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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1914
Page
1
A historical note references Governor Hooper and a loan of ten units, with unclear context and phrases like Ells of it. The readable text centers on the governor’s possible role in a financial matter and suggests archival ambiguity.
Revenue Agent W A Owens uncovers back taxation of American Timber Lands Co held by J Parks Worley. testimony links former governor Hooper to dismissal bribe of 1825 dollars via Worley through Tem plin. notes copied to Bristol as Worley seeks legislative bid from Sullivan County.
The Playhouse New York production Bought and Paid For enjoys the longest run in the metropolis this season and has drawn strong critical praise. George Broadhurst wrote the piece about a self made millionaire, a telephone girl, and a turbulent social circle in Manhattan. Robert Stafford, Virginia his wife, and James Gilley figure in a drama of passion, liquor, and ultimate revolt ending with the line I bought and paid for you.
Poem lauds a grand high school building project in Johnson City Tennessee. It celebrates architectural splendor funded by a large bond and foresees the edifice becoming a national symbol of education and progress with teachers of high caliber guiding future generations.
Bristol Tenn September reports detail Gen James B Cox progressive candidate for Congress in the First Tennessee district campaigning at Mountain City while Rep Sam R Selle remains the Republican nominee after opposition was withdrawn. Local GOP factions back Selle despite Cox drawing some support from mountain voters.
Mrs. Lucius F. Spencer died at her Pussaic New Jersey home after a burglary alarm and a fright from intruders. The assailants fled when a dark lantern disturbed the home and she was repeatedly frightened before losing consciousness.
The fragment reflects a Victorian-era reflection on perceiving beauty in God’s creation and the idea of universal laws guiding nature and perception. It cites Ruskin’s thoughts on aesthetics and divine order.
Harris and associates arrive in Macon for a week at a summer home and plan a Georgia gubernatorial bid in October. The piece notes optimism within the party and signals an anticipated Democrat victory, with emphasis on campaign strength and local support.
Special correspondence from Nashville outlines Gen T G Aye as the Democratic nominee preparing to campaign across Tennessee. He aims to reconvince voters, canvass nearly every county, and appeal to young men and reform-minded citizens amid debates on Gov Hooper’s four-year record and state governance.
The article outlines an opening speech where the candidate explains positions and course if elected, promising safety, respect for elected representatives, and court sanctity. It asserts broad reader reach and statewide welfare over party, with a call for strong support from neighbors and friends during the bereavement of Claude. The piece also notes public readings and large gatherings as likely.
The National Encampment of the United Spanish War Veterans met in Lotteville Kentucky from August 31 to September 2 with over 3000 members and delegates. C F Cramer of Ohio was elected Commander in Chief for the next year and The 12th Encampment will meet in Scranton Pennsylvania next year. The organization named The National newspaper as official organ replacing Spanish War Review. A resolution endorsed the president on the Mexican question and condemned civilian appointments to Soldiers Homes when Civil War veterans are available. Public support for the Chief Executive was urged.
Richmond woman earns national notice selling pin money pickles while a Washington, D C woman grows a snow show business costing three dollars per gallon. Numerous young women are earning by home canned goods as demand for quality rises. Farmers Bulletin 62106 offers free guidance to start small, with caution to avoid overreaching and to test freshness before expansion.
James H. Wood Jr., son of Captain James H. Wood and Madjeaka Clark Wood, died in an automobile wreck in New York today. His father, a New York City lawyer, wired details to Bristol, Tennessee.
General Aye will open his campaign on Thursday September 17 in a move signaling the start of his bid. The announcement outlines plans and next steps as supporters organize events and outreach.
In Nashville at Democratic Headquarters on September 9 a meeting finalized the campaign plan for Funeral Rye. The event begins September 17 with expected large turnout from Henry and surrounding counties including 1000 Democrats traveling by auto and special train to Camden for the speech.
Rumor spreads that ex Governor John I Cox may become postmaster at Beisin Conn A report prompted by Senator Shields influence notes the present port master Dr A J Roller appointed by Taft in 1911 and that a new postmaster will be chosen by President Wilson The young candidate formerly resided in Bristol and attended Virginia Military Institute Relatives planned to leave for New York after the Bristol visit.
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