Campaign talk and tariff jibes echo in Tennessee race
The piece lampoons James White and A M Mettatel for congress and senator roles while quoting Butler on tariffs and leather. It notes Johnson City tannery, nail factory growth, and a Tennessee campaign scene with Bob Taylor kissing a brunette at Trenton. The tone mixes political critique with local gossip as the campaign heats up.
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White and Butler at Jobe's Hall Johnson City speech
White and Butler debated in Johnson City last Friday at Jobe's Hall. White urged federal aid to education and a Blair Bill stance, backed a revenue tariff protecting labor while taxing luxury. He criticized Butler as untrustworthy with impeachment and forgery indictments cited from 1876 and 1870. Butler defended only partial positions and attacked White’s record.
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Paris reception for Democratic leader Bob Taylor
In Paris Ontario 18, a rousing reception greeted the visiting Democratic leader Bob Taylor. Bob Taylor Clubs formed in districts, parade attire included sashes and banners, Alf was introduced by Sam Hawkins, while Bob was introduced by Ron H. H. Thompson. About seven thousand people attended, a large Democratic crowd and a standout day for the campaign.
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Hotel quarrel ends in street gunplay over Virginia House visit
Jelstar correspondent reports a Saturday night hotel dispute between Virginia House and Nickel House staff led to a shooting. Captain Wade Montague and George W Robinson clashed over a lady bound for the Virginia House. Dick Montague fired, injuring Robinson in the neck and arm while Hugh Millard was grazed near the forehead. The crowd scattered as combatants fled toward Tennessee.
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Growth of a Big Book When Websters Unabridged Expanded
The text traces Webster’s Unabridged growth from a small volume to a large edition with 1500 pictorial illustrations and a synonym table, then a 3000-illustration revision, followed by a Biographical Dictionary of about 10 000 names and 5000 new words across four supplements, culminating in a vast World Atlas of over 26 000 titles. It emphasizes the work becoming not only a dictionary but also a Biographical Dictionary, a Gazetteer, and many other features.
Prohibition Amendment Proposed in Tennessee's 1885 Session
The message records a proposed amendment to Tennessee's Constitution adding Section 18 to Article 11 prohibiting manufacture sale or keeping for sale of intoxicating liquors including wine beer and ale and directs General Assembly to enact enforcement penalties. Governor Bark certifies the notice with dates and locations for Prohibition speeches by candidates, listing multiple towns and dates in October.
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House of Representatives
Wat. B. Bark
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