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TAUGHT HOW TO HIT.
Our Sailors Have Hard Practice,
Which Makes Them Proficient
At the Guns.

As the remarkable gun practice of
the United States sailors exhibited at
Manila and Santiago and elsewhere
has attracted the attention of the
whole world, with the result Of calling
forth much specula tion as to how this
high degree of proficiency has been at.
tanned, it is proper to state that this
is of comparatively recent Develop
ment and is ascTiu.ble entirely to the
energetic efforts OF the navigation
bureau of the navy department., sec
onded by the hearty coope raj \ OF the
commanding officers of our -. IS.
About year ago Capt, Crcwnin-
shield, chief of the navigator! bureau
assisted by Ensign Ward. c,:s of Il
brightest and most scie! i.c oE the
younger officers OF the navy began to
recast the entire system OF sun prac-
tice as it existed in the navy. In their
opinion that system, as it had come
down from the last war, was not sutfi
cient for the needs of the day. At the
beginning it was found that owing to
the restriction imposed by depart
mental rules it was scarcely possible
to have gun practice aboard ship more
than once a year, instead OF once
quarter as contemplated.
Courses had to be laid out and stake
boats placed at angles and records
taken, making it extremely difficult to
find conditions admitting of the prac-
tice. Capt. Crowninshield at once
changed these rules, and impressed
upon commanders the Importance of
gun practice at every oppor unity
even where it was net possible TO lay
a course, in which case barrels or
floating targets of any kind might be
tossed over as the ships were under
way. Moreover, the number of times
that target practice must be had was
Increased to seven annually. Then or
ders were issued calling for night prac-
tice, repelling torpedo boat attacks,
etc.
Following this Capt. Crowninshield
turned his attention to the personnel
Of the gun corps, and induced the sec
retary of the navy to sanction the rat
ing of gun captains, a new rating en-
tirely and one so we'll paid as to excite
the ambition of the men. Under the
old system the chief gunners were not
chosen for their proficiency in gun
merry, but were given their stations be,
cause they happened to be petty Of
ficers, such as quartermasters or boat
swains or the like. This system was
completely reversed, and sailors were
made petty officers because they were
good gun captains, thus getting rid
of number of inefficient men.
The next step was to instruct the
gunners thoroughly. and they were
placed aboard certain vessels set apart
solely for that purpose. Thus the Am
phitrite was given crew of these gun
ners and sent to Port Royal S. c., for
extensive drills. The purpose in Sc
lecting this place was to secure large
body of water free from the presence
of merchant marine. Being away from
large cities both officers and men also
were able to avoid distraction of at
tention from their work, which
progressed remarkably.
Thus, through careful calculation
and hard work, when the war broke
out the American navy had Il splendid
nucleus for the magnificent corps of
seamen gunners which it developed to
the surprise of the world-Chicago
Post. .
Daily camera., 1898-10-31

Overcome evil with good Overcome
your coughs and colds with One Minute
Cough Cure. 1t is so good children cry
for it. 1t cures Group, bronchitis, pneu
monia, grippe and all throat and lung
diseases. Chas. c. Giesick, Parlor Drug
Store.
Daily camera., 1898-10-31
ELEurER1o BErANcEs.
He May BE the First President of the
Republic of Cuba Soon to be
EstabliAhoA.

Eleuterio Betances, the noted sa-
want, Hellenist and oculist of Paris, is
being talked of for the presidency of
the Cuban republic. DR.. Betances is an
ancient enemy of Spain in the West
Indies and one of the men who
have had most to do with the downfall
of Spanish power in those islands. He
Daily camera., 1898-10-31

Late to bed and early to rise, prepares
a man for his home in the skies. But
early to bed and Little Early Riser. The
pill that makes life longer and better and
wiser. Chas c. Glesick, Parlor Drug
Store.
Daily camera., 1898-10-31

The books for this years work in all
the schools, together with full line of
school supplies and stationery are in
stock at Sawyer's old stand and for sale
by Bouton.
Daily camera., 1898-10-31

= Cuban Republic.l
is a native of Puerto Rico, but has long
lived in Europe, where his skill as
surgeon and his ability as a man Of
letters have given him great fame and
fortune. His father was wealthy, and
the doctor was educated abroad. On
his return to Puerto Rico he was soon
the possessor of great practice in his
speciality. He did not believein slavery,
but did not preach against it,. At the
same time he manifested his disapprov-
al of the institution by buying negro
slave baby every month, and then pre-
senting its mother with its freedom pa
pers. The course made him very un-
popular with Spanish officials. and he
was at last forced to leave. the island.
He travelled in Cuba. Hayti and other
parts of the group and practiced medi-
cine with great success. He later Wis
tied the United States and made a
special study of our political, econom-
zeal and educational institutions. His
practice in Paris has made millions
of dollars for him, some of which he
has drawn from the pockets Of even
the Spaniards. He has consistently
fought Spain with his influence and his
wealth, and his name is we'll known to
thousands of Cubans who never saw
him. DR.. Betances IS q YsaEs old.
Daily camera., 1898-10-31
A. Viewed by Spectators.

As Viewed by Spectators.
That's wedding or funeral. without
much doubt,
But which Of the two 1t Is can't make
out"
TITS little of both, sir. The undertaken
Is marrying the daughter of the tombstone
maker"
-Chica 90 Tribune
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ooh, Hobson or Schley, presume"
Neither. We are going to call it
Blanche, after it's mamma. a."-Chicago
Daily News.
Daily camera., 1898-10-31
He Didn't Guess.

WELL" said the enthusiastic new
uncle. as he peeped into the crib, II
suppose you'll call it Dewey, of
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One Day
on the road

to Chicago if you take the Burlington S
"Ves,ibu!ed Flyer. 1t leaves Denver
o:so m. daily, arrives Omaha four next
afternoon and Chicago eight following
morning. Sleepers, chair cars. diners.
Thro' sleeping and chair cars to Kansas
City and St. Louis.
Our zone NIGHT on the road" train is
the Chicago Special. Leaves Denver
o:I5 a. m. and lands you in Chicago 4:25
next afternoon. One of the fastest and
finest trains in the world.
Write for information.
IT, w. vailery. General Agent
1899 18th St., Denver.
Daily camera., 1898-10-31

cure guaranteed In every case unde, taken
when a cure Is practicable and possible. Con
orrhoea, gleet and structure speedily cured with
Dr. Records French Remedies. Recent cases
perm aueutly cured within THREE DAYS. o
cUBRBs, sANDALwOOD on. nor coPAlBA
used.
spermatorrhoea, seminal losses, night emiss-
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Records method practiced In the Worlds Hos
pita1, Paris
Reference Over 5000 patients successfully
cured within the last ten yearS, Can refer to
patients cured, by permission. Investigate.
Onices 8O7 sveenteenth street, near champa,
Denver Colo.
English French. German, Polish, Russian
and bohemian spoken. Constellation and One
examination Free. corresoondence solicited
strictly conAdential,
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NO" said the baby's proud papa,
we've selected a better name than
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

Judge Estill has just made q ruling
in circuit court which will be Of inter-
est toa number of people in Chatta-
.neoga. He holds that a clerk is not
a@aborer under, the law. Under the
garnishment law laborer is exempt if
he is paid no more than $50 a month.
Recently suit Of Aull vs.. 9. W. Brad
shaw, an employee of the Southern Ex-
press company, was tried. Bradshaw
was clerk in. the general Offices, and
thought that under the law $50 Of his
salary each month could net be touch
ed under garnishment, relying upon
the 'laborer" clause. The court held
that clerk did not come under this
class, and that his entire salary could
be attached. The case was to be ap-
pealed to the supreme court to be test
ed, but defendants, lawyers have de-
cided to let the matter drop. -Chatta.
nooga Times. ~f
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08
Y0ur Danger Now

Is f 1m the overworked condition OF
the ver aud kidneys which are unable
to errel impurities from the blood.
This causes rheumatism. Hoods Sar-
sap lila has been wonderfully success
full curing this disease. 1t neutra-
lizeg he acid in the blood aud perma-
nenty cures the aches and pains which
othe medicines fail to relieve. Hoods
Sars parilla is the best winter medi-
cine oecause it purifes, enriches and
vital zes the blood. It gives help just
wher2 help is needed. It tones the
stomach, stimulates the liver, and
arou es and sustains the kidneys. II
ware off pneumonia, fevers, bronchitis,
colds, coughs and the grip.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08
THE TENNESSEE CENTRAL.
Indications That the Road VIII Be Built
. Soon.

The Nashville American says: "Not
much has been heard from the Tennes-
see Central lately, but the manage
ment of the road is evidently working
quietly, but effectively.
'It was learned Saturday from q
most reliable source that contracts
have been let for the construction of
the line, certainly for the greater part
Of the work, if not for all Of it. The
president of one OF the largest trust
and guarantee companies in the coun-
try incidentally stated to q gentleman
inst. Louis few days ago that his
company was surety to the amount Of
100000 on the bond Of firm who
have secured contract for building a
portion of the road.
'It will be remembered that the
time for the building of the terminus
Of the Tennessee Central in this city
was recently extended by the city
council until about the middle of next
year. Col. Jete Baxter, president Of
the road, is expected in Nashville.in in a
few days, when it is understood th Q
preparation for beginning work on the
road will be entered upon"
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08
TRIBUTE TO MRS. App1E REEVES.


From the Johnson City Missionar Society.
Our sister and friend has passed into
her reward. We shall sadly miss her
but like the incense of sweet spices, ,her
memory will ever be fragrant.
The good she accomplished and her
faithful discharge of duty will never be
defaced from the hearts of those she
loved-and who one day hope to join
her in the presence of Him who hath
said, "Come unto me all ye that labor
and are heavy:laden, and will give you
rest" ,1g g..5
Resolved Ist, That while we are sad
over our loss and would have kept her
in our ranks, we thank God for having
given us for a few years only, one SO
we'll qualified by mental culture and dl-
vine grace to be an ornament to home
and church.
Resolved I'd. That we deeply sympa
thize with the bereaved husband and
children, parents, brother and sisters,
whom she so fondly loved as well as
other relatives and friends who mourn
her death. .s.s 4r-ae,s. s@ Fl
Resolved Sd. That copy of the above
be spread upon the minutes Of our so
ciety. also be published in our town
papers, and sent to her bereaved family.
MRS. @. NJ. TAYLOR,
MRS. W. J. M1nAER, Committee.
MRS. S. l. BoRfNe, }
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Robbed the Grave,

A startling incident, OF which Mr..
John Oliver Of Philadelphia, was the
subject, is narrated by him as follows
II was in a most dreadful condition.
My skin was almost yellow, eyes sunk
en-, tongue coated, pain continually in
back and sides, no appetite gradually
growing weaker day by day. Three
physicians had given me up. Fortu-
nately, q afriend advised trying 'Elec-
tric Bitters;' and to my great Joy and
surprise, the first bottle made decided
Improvement. I continued their use
for three weeks, am now a we'll man.
[ know they saved my life, and robbed
the grave of another victim" No one
should fail to try them. Only Scots. a
bottle at Cy II. Lyle's.
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THEY SAY

That good manners are part of
good morals.
That the tan shoe of the winter man
is much in evidence.
That it is quite impossible to live al
together in the present.
That we always regard a person as
p rticularly honest who runs himself
down.
That the selfishness of the seemingly
unselfish is a characteristic hard to
alalyze.
That the gayest widow always wears
the deepest bands Of crepe on her gown.
That Gun metal began to be popular
before the war broke out, but since that
event it is doubly so.
That q womsn's bank account is
much more to be relied upon than a
mans promises to keep her out of the
poor house.
That many woman who declares on
impulse that man is as horrid as he
can be finds out later that she is mis-
taken.
That woman always thinks that
there must be something wrong with
her taste when she admires q hat that
turns out TO be the cheapest in the dis
play.
That an era of false hair seems to be
upon us Judging by the elaborate Golf.
fuers in vogue which must call fol
more profuse locks than the average
woman naturally possesses.
That as soon as you discover thai
your friends are working" you, it il
time to cease being friends.
That life is losing its charm wher
the first waking thought is, "anothel
day to live through"
That single rose from one we car,
about has more appealing fragranc,
than dozens sent by an individual Il
whom we are indifferent.
That to realize fully how expert
woman can be in the matter Of Olsen
tanglements as we'll as entangle
ments, watch her when she gets he
foot caught in her skirt braid.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08
From New Zealand.

Reefton, New Zealand, Nov. %, 1895. (
I am very pleased to state that since
I took the agency Of. Chamberlain's
medicines the sale has been very large,
more especially of the Cough Remedy.
In two years I have sold more of this
particular remedy than of all other
makes for the previous 5 years. As to
its efficacy, 1 have been told by scores
of persons of the good results they have
received from it, and know its value
from the use of it in my own house.
hold. 1t is so pleasant to take that we
have to place the bottle beyond the
reach. of the children.
E. J. J.SoAkTnEBURY
For sale by R. s. Bolton druggist.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

Pains in the chest when a person has
e cold indicate tendency toward pneu-
monia. A piece of flannel dampened
with ,Chamberisin's Pain Balm. and
bound on to the chest over the seat Of
the pain will promptly relieve the pain
and prevent the threatened attack Of
pneumonia. This same treatment will
cure lame back in a few hours. Sold
by r. s. Bolton, druggist.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

A torpid liver does lots of mischief tc
health, brings on many complicated
troubles. Keep your liver active and
your kidneys in good condition by
using the perfect medicine, DR.. Grang.
er's Liver Regulator, Sold by drug
gists.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08
ARE YOU GOING

To Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, Col
orado, Texas, Washington, or any point
West? If so don't forget that the Nash
vile, Chattanooga and st. Louis hail
way is the shortest and much the quick
est route. No transfers or layovers by
this line. For cheap rates, schedules
and other information write to
j. Il. EDMoNDsoN,S. p. A,
Union Depot, Chattanooga, Tenn
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08
Nh Tn nhN Sold anc guaranteed by all drug
NUsgV-DNO 0ists to CURE Tobacco Habit.
Texas and the ,Wost.

Before starting to any point in the great west
1t will save you time and money to secure re-
liable information about RouTs and RATES
from an authorized passenger agent. This will
always insure you the best RATE and shortest
RoUT with fewer changes, transfers and lay
overs. Address any agent Of the Southern
Railway or write to JOHN LAMAR MEEK,
Travelling Passenger Agent Southern Railway
Knoxville Tennessee. 0. 7ls-t
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08
pistribatien Of Patronage.

1t is the general opinion among local
politicians that Gov-elect McMillin
will give the state superintendency OF
schools to an East Tennessee man, the
position Of commissioner of agriculture
TO Middle Tennessee man and the
state commissionership of labor to a
West Tennessean, with an assistant in
East Tennessee. 1t is predicted that
the Governor intends to distribute the
patronage at his disposal as equally as
he can throughout the state. recogniz-
ing each grand division. Chattanooga
Times,
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08
Beauty Is blood Deep.

Clean blood means clean skin. Nc
auty 5;. without S i, SGascaEets, Candy oathsr S
t rring up the lazy liver and driving all i'm
'crities from the body. Begin to-day Il
nish pimples, boils, blotches, blackheads
that sickly bilious complexion by taking
iscarets,-beauty for ten cents. All drug
3 rs, satisfaction guaranteed, l0c, 25c, Soc.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

U.s. DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup for Stub
born colds. This wonderful remedy
positively cures all lung affections in a
remarkably short time. Try it and be
CONVINCED. Price 25 cents.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08
SHAKE INTO YOUR SHOES.

Aliens Foot-Ease, powder for the feet It
cures painful swollen, smarting, nervous feet
ana instantly takes the sting out of corns and
bunions. It's the greatest comfort discovery
OF the age. Aliens Foot-Ease makes tight or
new shoes feel easy. 1t Is a certain cure for
ghilblains, sweating, ,callous, tired aching feet.
Try 1t TODAY. Sold by all druggists and shoe
stores. 25 cents. Trial package FREE. Ad-
dress, Allen s. Olmsted, lie Roy, New York
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

A gigantic -four trust has been or
ganiaed to control the output of nearly
oil che more important mills of the
world. It is said that it will have O
capital of $50, 600, 900.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

At many points ON the New Jersey
coast the tide rose during the storm
Saturday to the highest point reached
in years.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

Ar. Bulls Cough Syrup has cured
Is hooping-cough when no other treat
ment would give relief. For Group this
remarkable remedy has no equal. II
o.nquers Group at once.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

Porto Ricans are exercised over a re-
port that the United States is to delay
the establishment of its scheme of ad-
ministration on the island.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

JOHN X. Mitchell, one of the largest
stockholders in the Chicago and Alton
railroad, denies that the road has been
sold or that an option has been given
on ii
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

The fight between the Bailey and the
anti Bailey factions among the House
Democrats gives promise of the usual
lack of harmony.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

Opposition is developing to the bill
which Hawaiian commission will pre-
sent for the government of the Hawaii
an Islands.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

The official announcement of TGen.
Blanco's resignation has been follow
ed by the resignation of the Colonial
Cabinet.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08
AT SPECIAL TRIP RATE.

AT SPECIAL TRIP RATE.
This large Illustrated spotsman's weekly
isjust the paper for you if you are shooter
or angler or amateur sailor or camper or
observer of nature. FOREST AND STREAM is
called the "sportsman's home journal, be-
cause all in the home read it. To know il
is to like it. The price is 10 cents per copy
(of all newsdealers); but that you may get
acquainted with FOREST AND STREAM. send
25 cents tsilver or stamps, and we will send
the paper for four weeks as a special trial trip.
Our catalogue Of best books on outdoor
sports will come TO you free. Address
FOREST AND STREAM PUBLISHING CO.
$40 Broadway New YORK.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

The eleventh annual meeting of the
Southern Surgical and genealogical
Asso iation will be held at Memphis
this week, beginning Tuesday.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera and
Diarrhoea Remedy can always be de-
pended upon and is pleasant and safe
to take. Sold by r. s. Bolton, druggist
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08
Dor Tobacco Spit and Smoke Your life Away.

TO .uit tobacco easily and forever, be mag
uetic. iul OF life, nerve and vigor, take No-To-
Bac, 10 wonder worker, that makes weak men
stror All druggists, SOC or 81. Cure guaran-
teed Booklet and sample free. Address
Sterlog Remedy Co, Chicago or New York
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS
TRY ALIENS FOOT EASE.

A powder to be shaken into the shoes. At
this season your feet feel swollen, nervous and
damp. II you have smarting feet or TIGHT
shoes, try Aliens Foot Ease. It warns the
feet, and makes walking easy. Cures swollen
ana sweating feet, blisters and Gallons spots.
sheIleyes corns and bunions OF all pain and is a
certain cure for Chilblains and Frost bites, TRY
1t TODAY. Sold by all druggist and shoe
stores for 25c, Trial package FREE. Address,
Allen s. OlmSted LeRov NJ Y ~
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

E93AMf1EA AEUBiAN TEA cures Dyapop-
q sSesev<s y sia, Constipation and Indi-
gestion, Regulates the Liver. Price % cts.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

Educate Your Bowels With Cascarets.
Candy Cathartic, cure constipation forever.
ioc, 2oc. nc. @. @. fail. druggists refund money.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

rhe United States gunboat Helena
reached Gibralter on its way to
ON Dewey at Manila.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08
No-Tn.Ran for riftx osnta

Guaranteed tobacco habit cure, makes weak
men strong, blood pure. Soc, sf. AL druggists
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

A Madrid dispatch says the insurg-
ents are redoubling their attacks upon
lloilo, in the Philippines.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

The annual report of Chas. G. Dawes
controller Of the Currency, has been
I'll lde public.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

Pain los no show with DR.. Niles Pain Pills
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

the surprise OF all"
DR.. Iiles' Remedies
are sold by all drug
gists under q positive
guarantee, first bottle
benefits or money re-
funded. Book on dis
eases OF the heart and
nerves free. Address.
DIR, MILES MEDICA
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08
PROFESSIONAL CARDS..
E. S. Miller, Jr, MD. w. l. Miller, MD
DRS. MILLER,
Physicians and Surgeons

ohce-Rooms S and 8, Opera House Building.
Hours 7 toS m, IL to p M, s to s p. m,
Dr. 4, 5. Miller's residence-King street
DR. w j. Millers residence--watauga avenue
near Roam street,
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08
4 Clerks Status.

For sale by R. s. Bolton, druggist.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1898-12-08

That to realize fully how expert a
woman can be in the matter Of Olsen
tanglements as we'll as entangle-
ments, watch her when she gets her
foot caught in her skirt braid.