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Newspaper

Comet

Location

Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1889

Page

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A Great Old Sunset Inspires a Tennessee Convention Note

The eleventh annual convention of the Young Men's Christian Associations of Tennessee will meet in Chattanooga Oct 17 20. Prominent leaders from Virginia and New York are expected, with open sessions and talks by noted Bible students. The gathering promises to be the South’s most significant YMCA meeting.

Young Men's Christian Associations of Tennessee Chattanooga South Association Workers of Tennessee C. Williams Virginia BF. Williams New York de. J. Briokes St. Louis Chattanooga Association JV. Ratan Nashville J.B. Minuteux Tenn Ata Young Men's Christian Association Johnson City H.R. Kenyon Eheomage Buit Teaac Harn M. F. Barsert Hanny Lynn

Dowd Fats Comparative Value List Preview

The note references reading a list of comparative value and directs going to the Bargain Store of bs for details. It appears as a fragmentary instruction card without clear event or proper names.

Hart Arbrust and Co Advertisement Promise Low Prices

Hart Arbrust and Co claims it offers a wide stock with daily low cash prices. It invites readers to compare prices and examine goods, claiming superior value over rival brands.

Tanner's Resignation From Pension Bureau Sealed by President

Washington September 11 1889 Commissioner Tanner submits resignation over policy disputes in the Department of the Interior Bureau of Pensions. President Harrison accepts the resignation effective with the appointment of a successor and praises Tanner's integrity.

Washington Tanner Harrison Department of the Interior Bureau of Pensions Washington, D. C Secretary of the Interior Pension Bureau Bureau Janes Tanner James Tanner Pensions Commissioner of Pensions Pension Bass Hannisox

Castoria Advertisement Echoes Through Generations

The text traces a cradle to adulthood line of Castoria use from infancy to motherhood. It presents a repeated recall of a child remedy associated with care across life stages and mentions its continued application when motherhood begins.

Southern iron industry rising as South becomes key

The piece notes Southern states attracting investors from New York and England, visions of South dominating iron and coal fields, with strong demand for skilled labor to fuel furnaces. It contrasts Northern Pennsylvania prices and predicts gradual sectional supremacy in manufacturing within a decade. The report also lists legal cases and political figures with brief notes on candidates and contenders.

Southern Fron The New York Star Capitalista Pennsylvania North Gotham South Mason and Dixon

Knoxville urged to vote for rail line to boost iron industry

A Knoxville Tribune correspondent argues for a $100,000 referendum to fund the Knoxville and Northeastern railroad. He contrasts Knoxville’s natural advantages and iron resources with competitors like Birmingham Johnson City and Chattanooga, urging locals to vote yes to avoid losing capital and growth opportunities.

Knoxville the Tribune Knoxville & Northeastern Railroad Johnson City Birmingham Anniaton Chattanooga

Fire razes Cincinnati Southern machine shops

Fire at the Cincinnati Southern Railroad machine shops in Charwithsward destroyed three engines and much machinery. Buildings were totally wrecked with an estimated loss of 25000 dollars. Cause traced to a coal of fire dropping on pine packing in the engine room. one engine belonged to the Chatanooga Rome and Columbus line and was under rebuild after a prior fire.

Cincinnati Southern Railroad Company Rome and Columbus

Death of Cox opens NY Ninth District special election

The late 8.5. Cox is described as a serious American, valued for his public service in Congress. His death triggers a special election in New York Ninth District, with Governor Hin issuing a writ promptly. Cox’s humor was once seen as a liability, though many who knew him respected his opinions and patriotism. The article notes New York and Tennessee population estimates from the 1880 census era as a separate data point.

Cox Congress Ninth New York Hin t—Phila. Times United States Now & Group Tennessee Hubert Porter

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