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The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

When your stomach begins to trouble you, Il
needs help. The help it needs is to digest your
fool, and, until it gets it, you won't have any
peace, Stomach trouble is very distressing
very obftinate, very dangerous. Many of thu
most dangerous diseases begin with simple in,
digestion The reason is that indigestion (not.
digestion, not-nourishment) weaEens the sys.
tenn and allows disease germs to attack it, TIL,
antidote is Shaker Digestive Cordial strenthen.
ing, nourishlng curative, 1t cures indigestion
and renews strength and health. 1t does thi,
by strengthening the stomach, by helping 1t tt
digest your food. 1t nourishes you. Shaker
and wine, is perfectly harmless and will GER
tainly cure all genuine stomach trouble. Sole
by druggists, price 10 cents to 81 90 per bottle.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

There is always something to be
thankful for. For instance we are
again glad that we cast few empty
bottles upon the waters last spring.
They were gathered in by Mayor Faw,
filed with natures best stomach medi-
cine by his estimable wife and today
some of the filled bottles returned to
us. In the name of our wife and chill
dren we desire to thank these good
physicians for their remedy. AS for
ourselves nothing ever gets wrong with
our stomach that sold Pepper" wi
not cure.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02
Notice to Defendant in
Attachment.
To G. A. Henderson.

In pursuance Of an order b. retofOre
made an entered by NJ / Gun.p, II
justice of the peace for Washington
an attachment suit W herein
j. B Cox is plaintiff and you are dt-
tendant, you are hereby notified that
upon the affidavit Of complainant in
which it is alleged that YOU are Justly
indebted to the plaintiff by probated
account, TO the amount OF seventy
five dollars and that you are a nom
resident OF the state Of Tennessee, go
that the ordinary process OF law can
not be served on you, u writ of attach
ment was, on the 20h day Of Novem-
Der, 1897, issued III this cause against
you by NJ. |. Gump, a justice OF the
peace for Washington county, which
writ came to the hands of E. Strain,
a constable for said county, and was,
by him, on the Goth day of November,
1897, levied on certain property of
yours to wit Twerty.eight acres OF
land situated in the Eighth civil dis
trict oil Washington county, Tennis.
see, on the head waters Ut little Chero-
kee Greek, adjoining the lands Of
Reese Frances or the east, Tht mas
torrance on the south. Daniel H. fine
on the west and moth. and David
Brockwell and J ]. Sipson on the
north, containing twenty. eight aGes
more or less, being the same properly
decreed to G. A. Henderson in the
cause of M. ]. Combs vs.. Ct A. Hen
ders0n in chancery court at johnson
City, Tennessee, In 1895, as appears
by the return OF said constable as
made on the Goth day OF November,
1897, to said M. l Gump as aforesaid.
Nov, then, you, the said G. A. Hen
derson, are required TO arpear at noon
on the 29th day Of Decem Der, 1897, at
the Office OF said Nj. |. Gnmp, a justice
OF the peace in the Ninth civil district
OF Washington county, before him as
the justice having cognizance OF the
eau 'e, then aud there TO defend this
action so commenced against you by
attachment Otherwise the cause viii
be proceeded in against you exparts.
NJ. I GUMP, Up
For Washington County.
This November 20. 1887.
600 At. printers fee $500.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

The Linden Mail wants an extra ses-
sion of the legislature to elect a United
States senator in order to simplify mat
tiers. 1t says this would remove dis
turbing factor from the contest between
Bob Taylor and Senator Bate" The
question that is disturbing most of
those interested is which disturbing
factor" would be removed and to what
place.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

In the first issue of the Elk Park
Mail, Editor Smalling advocates the
adjustment of the "hpbit" it claims
newspapers have of calling all women
beautiful regardless of the truth.
We would advise our brother to try his
reform gently or some of the Elk Park
BELLS will fix him so that his most en-
thusiastic friends in the fraternity
could not call him even pretty under
the most favorable circumstances.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

The Tribune has no personal choice
for governor. 1t is the organ of no
man; it is the champion of no individu-
al. 1t is indifferent as to whether the
nominee for governor is chosen from
East, West or Middle Tennessee. Its
only concern is in his character, ability
and fitness. The Tribune expects to
support the democratic nominee for
governor, of course. but it wants can
didate whom it can support with earn
est enthusiasm and honest pride. He
is a dull observer who cannot see that
next year will be an occasion demand
ing frst-class man. A disregard OF
this demand may mean that a nomina-
ton is not equivalent to an election. :
Knoxville Tribune.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

Representative Hartman, of Monta-
ma, takes issue with the republicans
who are trying so hard to create the i'm
preston that the silver question is
dead. He says it is the livest issue
now before the people, owing to the alb
solute failure of the Wolcott Commits
sion; that last year thousands of repub-
licans voted for Mckinley, believing
that he would do something for silver,
and now they know that he will not.
MIR. Hartman makes this prediction for
1900: "There will be 100000 free sill
yer republicans voted 500, 600 populist
votes and 1900, 900 democratic votes for
the nominee who stands for the identi-
cal principles that Mr.. Bryan stood for
last year.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

The official vote of Nebraska settles
the question of the popularity of the
free silver doctrine in that state. 1t
was stronger in 1897 thanit was in 1896
1t also settles the so-called National
Democrats. Their vote has fallen from
30, 900 in 1895. to 781 in 1897. 1t is time
for the Hon. j. Sterling Morton to give
out his obituary and get in his political
grave. He has played ghost long
enough, louisville Dispatch.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

The newspapers Of the state are be-
ginning to discuss the subject of a suit
able man to succeed Gov, Taylor. The
press and people of West Tennessee
are unanimous in the opinion that JUS
tice requires that the candidate should
come from the western division of the
state. For 100 years the democrats of
West Tennessee have been furnishing
the votes necessary to elect democratic
candidates, and all that time have had
but two candidates. If they will put
forward their strongest, there is no
doubt of his success. He should be a
strong, courageous man, a democrat.
faithful and true, who can make bold
and aggressive canvass. Paris Post
[ntelligencer.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

There is nothing old about DIR.
BELLS PINE TAR HONEY. Reli-
able old time remedies are used in its
manufacture, but DIR. BELLS PINE
TAR HONEY scientifically combines
new and valuable medicinal agencies.
This remedy advances theory in the
treatment of all lung and bronchial
coughs unheard of until its introduc-
ton. 1t always cures quickly coughs,
colds and grip. 1t strengthens weak
lungs and relieves consumption.
Druggists sell it.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

The editor of the Johnson City COMET
who was dispossessed of the postmas-
tership in his town to make room for o
republican, has been elected magistrate
by majority of II votes. Heb ints in
his paper that republicans who get
drunk and raise sand or are caught
with guns on them, will have hard
time of it during his term of office. Nc
use talking--you can't keeps good man
down, especially when that man is an
editor. Memphis Scimitar.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

The initial number of the Elk Park
Mail a new paper just started at Elk
Park, N. c.. by Landon Smalling, is
before us. 1t is q six column folio and
"unreservedly" republican. AS that
feature can do Mitchell county no
harm.we wish it success.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02
Notice.

All who are interested in the Cheese
Factory" at johnson City, Tenn, will
please meet at said Factory, on Satur-
day, Dec. 4th, 1897 at o'clock, p. m.
Object Of meeting, to ascertain what
quantity, and at what price milk will be
furnished at the factory.
Don't forget the date-Farmers es-
pecially invited and expected to be
present.
LILLEvoLD & JOHNSON, Projectors.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

Knoxville, Tenn, Nov. rs, 1897.
Cy H. Lyle, Esq,
Judge. we salute you. May we not
humbly join with you in giving thanks
for the honor your friends have be-
slowed upon you?
1t affords me great pleasure to en-
close you a check for 81. 90 in settle.
ment of subscription to The COMET
from January last to January.next.
Most Truly,
F. A. MCCoRKLE.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

Benton McMillin has a cinch on his
congressional district, and it is not
probable that he will give this up to
enter a race for the United States sem
ate in which the results would be eI-
tremely doubtful. Benton's place is in
congress, and, by the way, there is
where we need our ablest men. Carroll
covnty Democrat.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

When United States senators are
elected by the people, there will be few
Mark Hannas and Cal Brices who will
succeed in buying their seats. If Ten
uessees next United States senator
were to be elected by the people, Bob
Taylor would be his name. Giles
County Eecord.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

1t may be true as reported that the
earth has swallowed Kansas village,
but that is not so wonderful after all
when you think of the farms and
buildings swallowed by some of our ma
tive East Tennesseans.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

In accepting the nomination for mag
istrate our late antagonist said, among
many other brilliant things, that it
would take figures to announce his
majority. AS it turned out it will tax Q
him three weeks to explain how he was
defeated.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

KNOXVILLE, Tenn, Nov. 25, 1897.
Mr.. Cy H. Lyle.
Hello Squire; allow me to congratu-
late you. Sorry I was not on the ground
when you was setting 'em up to the
boys. hope it will prove "good
thing," am always glad to see my
friends succeed.
Yours Fraternally, in V. M. G.
Z. B. ZEIG1ER.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

Representative Livingston, of Geor
gia, who is one of the best friends Cuba
has in Congress, doesn't think the out
look good for Legislation favorable to
Cuba. He thinks there will be lot Of
talk but no action.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

The new issue of postage stamps is a
bright golden yellow; the fresh paint
on Chattanooga mail boxes is beauti-
full silver gray. This is about as Far as
the Mckinley administration will go in
carrying out its pledge to bimetallism.
Chattanooga News.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

Congressman W. p. Brownlow ex-
pressed himself as very much in favor
of repeating the civil service law. I'm
less we are badly mistaken his constitu-
ents will endorse anything he may do
to aid in wiping the thing out of exis.
tence. Mountain City Tomahawk.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02
Editor Cx LYLE, Of the johnson City

Editor Cy Lyle, of the johnson City
COMET, having just been elected Mag
istrste, after growing over his victory,
gives forth this solemn announcement:
sob, yez, oh, yez, this honorable
coart is nsw ready for the transaction
of all businee that may properly be set
before it. Nashville Sun.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

If it takes a term in the senate to
round up the political life Of Our Bob,
he ought to have it. The democratic
party in Tennessee cannot afford to be
ungrateful, and anything Gov. Taylor
wants he ought to have, regardless OF
what section his opponent comes from.
Lawrence Democrat.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

That Georgia man who wants to run
for congress on a platform that up
holds lynching perhaps has designs
upon Speaker Reed. If that be true,
Mr.. johnson, turn him loose.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

A little girl who had been taught to
pray for others and for anything she
wanted, wound up her prayer as fol-
flows; And now, oh God! take good
careof yourself, for if anything should
happen to You we would only have Nc
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

We take our reputation as an Isaiah
and Jeremiah on the statement that E
w. Carmaek will be the democratic
gubernatorial nominee, and will be
elected too. Troy News-Banner.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

coffee should seek the man." That
being true, would it not be better to
stop mentioning" 80 many men for
the various offices to be filled next
yeOr?-South Pittsburg Statesman.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

The Elk Park Mail wants Col. G. E.
Nimson to run for the legislature from
Mitchell county, N. 9. The county
does not contain a better qualified or
more genial gentleman, and we are for
h,co
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

If half of the men who are being
mentioned for governor these days were
to run, they could by all voting for one
man elect him overwhelmingly
Springfield Leader.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

We heartily agree with the man who
said ."The greatness of many man is
merely the possession of o clever wife. +"
That's our fix exactly. Our wife is so
clever she is forever giving us away.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02
For Sale Cheap.

One dry Cow, also a lot of second
band stoves-both coal and wood heat
ers. H. G. AUSTIN.
DERFE CT and permanent are the
q cures by Hoods Sarsaparilla, be-
cause it makes pure, rich. healthy,
life and health-giving BLOOD,
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

The supreme court of Illinois has de-
cided that a hen house is incapable of
being burglarized. We suggest that
the question be referred to a committee
of colored brethren. Springfield Lead
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

Somebody raised Cain in the Sun
office, and now Nashville's only demo-
cratic paper is advocating Bob Taylor's
election to the senate.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

If Clay Evans does intend to move to
Philadelphia, he had better slip up on
the blind side Of that sleepy city before
they quarantine against him. Spring.
field Leader.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02
STATE POLITICAL GOSSIP.

Where can the people Of Tennessee
find man who can so ably and fifty
fill the gubernatorial chair as Hon.
james NJ. Head. Of Nashville?-Bell-
buckle News.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

Let every newspaper in the state bat
tie for a primary for United States Sena-
tor. 1t is the only way to settle mo-
mOntous question and give the people
a chance to say who it is to be. Martin
Moil
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

We note from an exchange, that q
sick man in Kentucky, recently swal-
lowed physicians thermometer We
marvel that he did not die by degrees.
Springfield Leader.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

Perhaps Carmack thinks that Col
Jack Chinn can entertain congress
while he runs counter attraction at
Tennessee's capitol.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

Bob Taylor will not object to having
senatorial candidate selected by
means of primary election. Knox
vile Journal.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02
Judge" Lyle.

Cy Lyle, the genial editor of THE
COMET, was elected magistrate in John
son City last week. His majority was
l1.-Herald and Tribune.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

Bob Taylor will be one of the next
senators from Tennessee, and don't you
ever for one moment doubt it. Browns
vile Tribune.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02
MOTHERS FRIEND

my wife suffered more in ten min
utes with either of her other two chill
dren than she did altogether with her
last, having previously used four bot
ties of Mothers Friend 1t is q
blessing TO any one expecting to be-
come MOTHER" says customer.
HENDERSON DALE, Carmi, Illinois.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02
BILL WAS ELECTED.

peace. The appropriateness suggests
itself.
BILL WAS ELECTED.
Well, the elections over, WIFE, we've played
the ballot game,
An your oil mans roostin' on the pinnacle Of
fame!
The honored mantle O. the law upon my Shout
ders FELL
An proud are the emotions that within my
bosom swell
In spite of all the quackin' of the opposition
geese
The loyal folks have voted me the justice O. the
peace
An will don the ermine as becomes a noted
man,
An try to scatter justice just the very best
can.
1t was hard-fought battle, wife; their forces
was arrayed
In what they called a solid an invincible
brigade,
An every mcasly scheme was worked to throw
me of the track,
An with the knife O. calumny to rip me up the
back.
They limited at me stealth sheep back thar in
ArkanSaw,
Said had served term In Jail fur fracturin
the law,
you
1 was high-grade devil from them fellers
point o. view
The Weekly Trumpet Blast come out in sort o
snaky way
An tried to jack me up as an oneducated jay,
A man not fitted fur the place, an ignorant Of
fool,
That didn't know enough to shun the wronl
end OF mule
1 owe that lynn editor a dollar I'll admit
An that's what throwed him into such a.
sgonizin At,
But spite of all his scholar talk, an all then
fellers' tricks,
1t was a glorons vlcry wife, an overwhelmlI
scoop,
An treated pious Peters to plunge bath /
the soupl
US by their votes
They knowed how to discriminate 'twixt shee
an billy goats
1t cost me lots o. honest cash fur cdar al
seegars
l spent two dollars, mighty near. acrost til
: cussed bars,
But what is filthy lucre, even squandered tt
extremes,
Beside the star of honor that upon my chaplC
CLEANS!
1 hope YOU fully reali. e in its exalted sense
The height to which I've histed you on I'll
judicial fence.
You're now the wife of one on whom the Peep
loo!i with awe,
A dignihed, respectable dispenser Of the law
Conduct yourself in queenly way, your static
try TO fill,
An though when We are all alone you yit ma
cali be Bill,
When company is present from your dignit
don't bulge!
I'll fine you for contempt O. court IL you don
call me Judge"
Denver Evening Post
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02
Yours very truly,
ROBT. l..

ROBT. u. TAYLOR.
P. S. I find from the secretary Of
state that your certificate was not right.
He had to send it back. Correct and
rush it back. The state might be ruined
before you get on the bench.
TAYLOR.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02
TRANSIT METE0RS.

We believe there are a few judges
left over who are not candidates for
governor. Cookeville Press.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

OF Druggists at s00, sent by express on receipt
OF price. Write for book containing testimonials
and valuable information for Rll Mothers, free,
Tho BrsdfieId Regulator Co.. Atlanta, Ga.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

1t is generally conceded that City
Chairman Thad A. Cox was the demo-
cratic mascot in the recent election.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02
AFRICANA COMPANY:

I was attacked with Rheumatism in
nv feet and knee joints, was induced
to try Africana, and after using five
bottles as prescibed and not using any
other remedy or treatment during use
of AFRICANA. now regard myself
as free from rheumatism.
Yours truly, J. M. PONDER.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02
NASHVILLE, TENN, Nov. 30, 1897.
Squire Cy H. Lyle,

Squire Cy II. Lyle,
johnson City, Tenn,
My Dear Sir:--Your favor Of recent
date, enclosing certificate of your cleo
ton, just received.
I have directed that your commission
be made out and returned to you of
once, so that the voice Of justice may
once more be heard in your city.
You are correct in the guess that !
did not see the news in the Associated
Press dispatches, though 1 don't know
how missed it. When I did hear it,
concluded that 1 could not do the mat
ter justice in a kilograms so write to tell
you how sincerely I congratulate, not
only you, but Johnson City as we'll, ON
your election. May you not only be
able to deal out plenty of justice, but al
ways have plenty of mercy on hand
with which to temper it.
Yours verv truIv
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

Kinley to help us, and he amt doing
near as we'll as we expected. Elk.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02
CY II. LYLE, Editor and Owner
PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY.

Entered at the Posto6ce at Johnson City, Tenn, as
Second Class Matter
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

The following poem was sent us with
the compliments of DR.. VIM. Dana
upon our election as justice of the
peace, The appropriateness suggests
itself.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1897-12-02

It. j, OHBNhh y OU'i IUIUVUi U
az" Sold by Druggists, u.s..
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-09-30
BRIGHT BITS.
She I don't look at all like myself t

She I don't look at all like myself to-
day.
He-It would be a good time to have
your picture taken.-Yonkers Statesman.
-she-Did you see anything in New
York that reminded you of Philadel-
phia?"
He-Yes; the messenger boys.-Harlem
Life.
Twin Dificulties-Fair Visitor-"I sup
pose, Mr.. Palette, that true art is very
difficult TO understand" Mr.. Palette
about as difficult to understand, madam,
as it is to sell."-Deeroit Free Press.
Modern Dehnitions-son-"Paw what's
meant by a horse Of another color %
Wheeler-"A bicycle of another make"
Son-"And what's q dark horse paw"
Wheeler-"A nameless wheel. Puck.
Hannah" said the mistress to her
new girl you can take that brown serge
dress of mine and put it in soak"
yes M said Hanna who's your fav
rite pawnbroker?" Household Words.
A Theory-Towne-' don't believe that
alimony can be legally collected" Browne
why not?' Towne-"Wen, marriage is
generally recognized as a lottery, so ali
mony must be a gambling debt. Truth.
Mrs. Gableton-"I understand that
your husband cannot meet his creditors"
Mrs. Falcon the contrary, he says he
can't help meeting them. That is the
reason he goes out SO seldom. Tit Bits.
when a man gifts ter feelin' dat dis
world KANT git along wfout i'm" said
Uncle Eben, ''he giner'ly settles back an
6 -, l. I e.e,H4 -
sible chance OBJ his being missed. Wash
ington Star.
-Charity.-"But, my dear" gently re-
monstrated her husband, 81 thought
gave you s. to buy a sofa-cushion for
your fancy table at the fair yesterday"
why, but, John, dear, this S. is to buy
it back. Judge.