Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Comet in Johnson City, Tennessee

We have 573,531 pages in Tennessee

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 17 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Comet

Location

Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1912

Page

2

Democratic Ticket for President Wilson and Marshall

Democratic ticket lists Woodrow Wilson of New Jersey for president and Thorton K R Marshall of Indiana for vice president. Electors by district and at large named include Ployd Batt Prandin Dudley Porter Cy Ll Lyte Frit My McElwee Heston Van Waren M G Sidwall Ging LK Warner Marshall BK Ty Peck Robertson WoC Whitsthorns Maury Haron Pierson T Sudda th and Harvey W Hannah of Roane for railroad commissioner.

Thorton KR. Marshall Indiana Ployd Batt Prandin Dudley Porter Iy Distriets Cy Ll. Lyte Washington Frit My McElwee Rowe Heston van Waren M. G. Sidwall Ging LK. Warner Marshall BK Ty Peck Robertson Whitsthorns Maury Haron Pierson T. Suddath B. Baptist Tipton

Nashville Independents endorse midget governor at convention

Patterson’s drive to Washington is untouched as the Independent convention in Nashville backs the midget governor. Chairman Holden cites Carmack to oppose Patterson while the Democratic executive committee votes to hold the November primary. Sells Republicans in Washington county plan a mass convention at Jonesboro to field a representative candidate after a crushing defeat.

Nashville Holden Spirit of Carmack Patterson Washington County Jonesboro de Royston

Governor Wilson Denounces James H Smith for New Jersey Senate Bid

The piece argues Governor Wilson is no opportunist and criticizes James H Smith a New Jersey Democrat aligned with party machines and money influence. It notes Wilson’s denunciation aims to discredit Smith while contrasting reformist stance with Republicans and reactionaries. The article references Taft Aldrich Penrose Roosevelt Harriman and uses period political voice.

James H. Smith New Jersey United States Smith Penrose Quay Aldrich Flynn Pittsburg Foraker New York Grover Cleveland Cleveland Alway Taft Roosevelt Harriman Washington City Congress

Roosevelt and Wilson in a clash over trusts and politics

The Memphis Commercial Appeal discusses roosevelt and wilson, noting roosevelt’s suspected ties to big business and his changing stance on trusts while praising wilson’s associations with reform-minded leaders and citizen duties. The piece argues that roosevelt’s approach contrasts with wilson’s stated ideals.

Roosevelt Ubin Gov. Wilson James H. Smith Memphis

Funeral of W. J. Winesett Held Sunday Afternoon

The funeral for W. J. Winesett aged forty six who died Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock from tuberculosis was held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from his residence. Reva Weaver and Dobbs conducted the service and the Odd Fellows took charge of the interment.

W. J. Winesett Reva, Weaver Dobbs The Odd Fellows

Nashville Vote Reaffirms November Primary Decision

In Nashville Tennessee the Democratic executive committee at the Maxwell House voted ten to nine to hold the November primary for U S senate comptroller treasurer and secretary of state. The motion lists ten for and nine against the primary with names of supporters and opponents. The committee also chose a successor for the Tenth district and elected Joe Creath to fill the Shelby county trusteeship over P Harry Kelly in a separate ballot.

Nashville Tenn Democratic Executive Committee Maxwell House United States Senate J. Parka Worley W. T. Kennerly J. R. Mitchell J. D. G. Morton George Goodrigh A. Lewis M. M. Hussey Irvin’ McGrew J. D. Herron Rise A. Pierce J. HM Caldwell J.H. Bundren J. J. Foust le D. Hill Rob Roy J. B. Walter AM. Patterson W. M. Holmes J. Murrell Williamton Joe Creath Memphis Shelby County P. Harry Kelly

Mrs Marshall Advisor Shapes Indiana Politics and Family

Mrs Marshall presses into public life with Governor Marshall, advising on bills and social reforms. The couple trip together with books, while her deputy role as county clerk showcased their partnership. The piece notes reforms from child labor to public health and labor protection, plus a Republican bluster vs Wilson Marshall stance.

Marshall Indiana Steuben County Bureau of Inspection Mying & Man Shere

Demand for Wilson Visit to Tennessee In Democratic Push

Nashville Tenn Sept 11 Just before the state committee adjourned Wadlay Rice Pierce moved a resolution asking Gov Woodrow Wilson to come to Tennessee and aid the party nominees as the democrats lag behind him The motion carried unanimously Secretaries to the committee will notify Gov Wilson at once.

Nashville Tenn State Committee Wadlay Rice Pierce Woodrow Wilson Tennessee Goy Wilcom

Indebted Hanal Nayse Faces Property Levy in Tennessee

A claim against Hanali Ayse, resident of Une state, Tennessee, shows a beet levy on the defendant's property. The document, signed by W. C. Bieroe, Justice of the Peace, sets a sale date in September and targets the defendant’s assets to satisfy a debt.

Hanal Nayse Dawe Une Tenneswe Spyasur Betare

Notice to creditors in White City Laundry case

In the Chancery Court at Johusin Ory in Simplex Carton Co and White City Laundry Co matters, creditors Bennett, Sasher, Nave, and others are notified to appear by the first Monday in October to answer the bill. If unanswered, the bill may be confessed. petitions must be filed by January to prove claims, and creditors are enjoined from troubling the defendants pending further orders.

White City Laundry Co Bennett Haid Chancery Court Euias Hershy Eliyse Hmos Oealoe

Johnson City Man Gets Good Position

W. K. King named second auditor for the Georgia Railroad company with offices in Augusta Georgia. He has served five years in the A. C. and O. railway offices and will relocate with his family this weekend to their new home.

B. W. Akerd Weatherford Texas Weatherford Herald J.J R. W. Harrington Parker County Triumph Dan Bull John Harrington Randall Dallas News J. J. Harrington J.J. Harrington Parker County Messrs Harrington United States Taft Erwin Express New York Minor Davidson Liverpool England Tenyer, Col New York City Johnson City W. K. King Georgia Railroad Company Augusta Mr. King A. C. & O. Railway Aa King

Dr Kings New Life Pills Advertised at 35 Cents

A vintage ad claims Uncle Ears warns against overindulgence and a small neglect of digestion may cause trouble. The pitch promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills for quick results and easy relief, priced at 35 cents at H. C. Miller’s.

Dr. King H. C. Miller's

New Residences Erected On Local Avenues

New homes rise on Watauga avenue and West Unaka avenue near Boone street. J R Gardner completes Holston avenue residence. Builder KT Tyler and W S Johnson also advancing houses. Chamberlains Cough Remedy praised by H W Hendrickson of Ohio Falls Indiana as best selling cough remedy. For sale by all dealers.

Chamberlain F.B. Brownlow Watauga Avenue Tyler Unaka Avenue Montgomery Street J. R. Gardner Holston Avenue Fh. W. Hendrickson Ohio Falls Tad

Personally Conducted Excursions to California

A Burlington Route travel promotion touts Personally Conducted excursions to California with specially chosen conductors from the railroad. The message highlights comfort, expertise, and guided journeys, signed by T. Vardaman Travel Agent at C n& Q RR Atlanta. It endorses Chamberlins Liniment for muscle pains.

California Burlington T. Vardaman Pam C N& Q RR No. Pryor St Atlanta

Christian Endeaver Hosts Faculty and Students

The Unnswan Endeaver at Watauga Avenue Presbyterian church entertained the normal school faculty and students last Friday. Guests were welcomed by the reception committee, with Rev. Dayton A. Dobby giving a pleasing address. Professors Alexander and Mathes responded, followed by a short program. Ice cream and cake were served on the lawn afterward.

Watauga Avenue Presbyterian Church Dayton A. Dobby Svery Alexander Mathes

Lexington Day to Honor Historic Disciples Heritage

Thousands of churchgoers will visit Lexington Kentucky in October for Lexington Day events. The city hosts Transylvania University and The College of the Bible, with lectures and tours tied to its Disciple history and notable leaders. Lexington Day follows the National Convention and invites visitors to explore campuses and grave sites of Henry Clay and other figures.

Lexington Hill Street Mr. Campbell Mr. Stone Main Street Campbell Rice Transylvania University College of the Bible Kentucky Academy Transylvania Seminary Bacon College Kentucky University Treneylvania University Jas, Monré Horace Holley Henry B. Bascom Robert Milligan John 8 Bowman Chas Leis John W. McGarvey Robert Graham LD. Grubbs Liedmell Slo Outober Grubbs Mourney Jhvirty Sk. Hy Genesfold I. J. Calhoun Transylvania Universiy All*ghanies Thos National International Alvert Sline Henry Oliv Henry Clay Diagiples of Christ Lyaleville College of Key Bible Howe Bexineton

Birthplace of Abraham Lincoln Sheltered by Historic Hall

The article highlights the log cabin birthplace of Abraham Lincoln near Hodgenville Kentucky, now protected by a memorial hall. Citizens of Louisville plan to feature the site during the International Convention of the Disciples of Christ in October, drawing many visitors and underscoring ideals of liberty and citizenship.

America Latte Abraham Tincoln Ite Josson Hodgenville Kentucky Louisville Loulaville The Disciples of Christ

Also Mentioned on This Page

Brenton McMillin Vor Harvey WU Hannah Roane General Assembly George R. Duncan U. S. Senate Wilson Tennewmece Eastern Electric Company Commercial Club C. R. Macauley T. R. Marshall Ike Patt Mra Lula Walden Gramlin, S. C Cardus W.C. Pleven Daavien Tve Wrthindion County Tia Th Davis Ve Lexington, KY ES. Bennett J. C Johusin Uncle Ears Big Manny Manor Woman Butterwich Publishing CO Butterwiel Chamberisin Christian Endeaver Bluegrass Abraham Lincoln Minorcas S.C. R Maling W. C Pruitt Franklinton N, C
Search Courier

Search the Comet Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Comet?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication