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The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
HoLSToN BAPTIST
ASSOCIATION TO HAVE
I25TH ANNIVERSARY.

On October n 20, at Cherokee Bap-
list church, twelve miles southwest OF
this city, a homecoming meeting will
b. held. On October 30, 1856, at that
place, the Holston Association was or
ganiztd, This being l25 years ago. Since
then the association has grown and
has exerled great influence IN helping
to make East Tennessee what it is at
this lime. pr w. s. Tlndell, assoca-
tional evangelist, is al the head of this
homecoming movement There are
5,2l3 members belonging to the associ-
alton, and about 1900 students in the
Sunday-school, under the charge of 236
teachers. There are 49 church edifiees
in the bounds OF the association. This
will be a great occasion, and will be
attended by many people.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
SENATOR TAYLOR FOR
STATEWIDE PRIMARY.

Pulaski, Oct. 13-Senator Robert l..
Taylor in his speech here before a
crowded house, declared himself out
right for a state wide primary. He was
met at the depot by a committee OF
prominent citizens in twn automobiles
and escorted to the Richardson hotel,
where an informal reception was held,
many citizens calling to pay their re-
spects. Circuit court, which is now in
session here, adjourned for the speak
ing which was held in the circuit court
room. The auditorium was filled TO its
capacity, quite number standing
about the doors, both at the main en-
trance and in the galleries. Senator
Taylor was introduced by county judge
g. b. McCalluln.
The senator spoke for more than an
hour, following his manuscript rather
closely in the discussion of national is
sues and advocating national system
of road improvement Following this
part of his address, he turned to state
matters and. appealed to democrats to
get together and present solid phal-
anX To The common enemy of democra-
cy. He contended that there are now
no issues to divide Independents and
"regular,n and declared without reser-
vation in favor of all "entering the
fold of democracy through the open
door OF state wide primary, in which
all candidates from governor down
shall be nominated"
Without casting reflections on any
individual or county, the senator said
he had experienced the methods Of the
old time county convention, and even
if The declaration of his position should
defeat HIM, he would take his medicine
but still would favor the primary plan
where every democrat was the equal
of every other. With an eXhortation
to "come on, boys, " and join hands on
the platform, he closed, this portion of
the senator's speech receiving more ap
plause than any other.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
APPOINTMENTS MADE BY
ELECTION COMMISSION

Nashville, Oct. 12.-After something
like an hours meeting, the state board
of elections adjourned subject to the
call of the chairman. The board filled
vacancies in number of counties and
transacted some routine business.
Appointments made follow:
Grainger-S. r. Wester, independent;
J. e. Williams, democrat; re. Samsel,
republican.
Hancock--Wiley Cantrell, independ-
ent.
Greene-Ed Robinson, independent ;
Luther Greene, republican.
Scvier-J. w. Mulendore, democrat.
Unicoi--P. B. Smith, independent;
Isaac r. Love, republican.
Washington-S r. Taylor, democrat
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
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poison, cancer, carbuncles, eating sores,
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free air of independent citizenship.
Other states, such as New York, Penn
sylvania, Massachusetts, Michigan,
Maryland, Connecticut and Others
with smaller smaller population than
Tennessee are aiding their afflicted cit
liens to become self.supporting men
and women and thereby increase the
earning power of their citizenship.
Shall Tennessee get in line with this
work, to help the Tennessee association
for promoting the interest of the blind,
give more Of our afflicted citizens a
chance to help themselves.
Send all donations to Mrs. w. Il.
Linn, treasurer, 1912 College street.
Memphis, Tenn.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
DEATH SENTENCE PASSED
ON ROBERT NORTHERN.

AT Jonesboro Saturday Mt Z p. m. the
jury which had been chosen to sill on
the case of the state VS.. Robt. Northern
on the charge of having murdered
Wesley Presneli, on the A. A. Taylor
farm, near EmbrevlIle, on August 10,
brought in verdict Of guilty.
Judge Harmon passed the death SEN
tence on the prisoner and fixed Deem
Der as the time of execution.
There was no testimony against
Northern except circumstantial eyi-
dence, but the murderer on the witness
stand said he did it, but that it was
done in self defense. But the fact that
Northern robbed Presnell after he kill
ed him, made no report OF the killing,
aud left the community, we're against
the theory OF self-defense
Four hours were used by the lawyers
in the discussion of the case.
The state represented by Guy S.
Chase, A. A. Taylor and ID. A. Vines,
and Northern by s. w. Price and J. Il.
Gardner.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
AGED MANS CASE IS
REVERSED BY CURT

The supreme court reversed the case
of Charles Holloway, aged u years,
who was convicted in the criminal
court on the charge of criminally as
saulting a little girl eight years old.
Gen. Chas. I. Gates, jr., ON behalf OF
the state, said that after looking up
the record in the case as submitted to
the court, and evidence introduced, he
WAS not satisfied TO insist that the court
affirm the finding OF. the lower court.
The court announced from the bench
after the statement of the attorney gen
erai, that the case was reversed. -
Knoxville Sentinel.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
A WOMAN'S BACK.
Tha Aches and Pains Will Dis
appear if the Advice of
This Johnson City Cit
iZen is Followed.

A womah's back has many aches and
pains.
Most times lis the kidney's fault.
Rackachp is really kidney ache;
That's why Doaa's Kidney Pills can
help yon.
Many Johnson City wemen know this.
Read wlIaf ono has to say about 1t.
Mrs Sallie Campbell, 303 Claiborne
Street, Johnson City, Tenu., says: My
back was in such bad shape that could
hardly walk and It was impossible for
me to stand up straight. My shoulders
and Joints were stiff and swollen and at
times became dizzy and nervous,
tried liniments and several kinds of
medicine, but WAS not benefited until ]
went to the Whitehouse Drug Co. and
got u supply of Doan's Kidney Pills.
They gave me prompt relief and / con-
timed using them until j was strong
and we'll. recommend Doan's Kidney
Pills to every une who has backache or
kidney trouble" 1s
For sale by all dealers, Price so cents,
Foster Milbnrn CO., Buffalo, New York,
sole agents for tke United States.
Remember the -Doan's-and
take no other.
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above named. am officially informed
that the survey is being made and the
construction is under W " in several
counties-and that the details are being
completed in other counties for the final
completion of this highway. | pre-
sumo, therefore, that the new organiza-
tion will not interfere with the work,
but will lend its announcement to the
commissioners in charge of the con-
struction of the Memphis-to- Bristol
highway.
1t Is hoped that the press together
with every good road enthusiast in the
state will join heartily in this move
ment and that fun delegation will be
on baud from every county in the state.
Send me the.narle of the secretary of
the mass-meeting of each county in
the state and | will communicate with
him abou; railroad rates, arrangements,
etc. Respectfully.
GEO. A. GOWAN, Prest
Memphis-to-B Bristol Highway
Association, Nashville, Tenn.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
DR.. MASSEY TALKS OF
FIRST DISTRICT POLITICS

DIR. q. ID. Massey, of Sevierville, is q
visitor in the city today. He is very
much interested in the election of q
successor to Congressman Sam r, Sells,
Of the First congressional district. DR..
Massey said today that an opponent to
Mr.. Sells for the nomination would be
chosen within the next ten days.
Political caucuses have been held at
various places in the First and Second
districts during the past few days by
political opponents of Congressman
Sells. Congressman Sells will un-
doubtedly run for denomination and
reelection.
DR.. Massey was asked if he was a
candidate for the office of congressman
in the First district. He said that he
was not an aggressive candidate, but
that if it was thought that he could
poll the strongest vote against Sells he
might run for the Office.
United States District Attorney JAS
B. Cox, DR.. Massey said, had also been
spoken of as possible candidate.
]. w. Howard, of Greeneville, is also
a probable candidate against Congress
man Sells, according to DR.. Massey.
The nomination for congressman, DR.,
Massey declared, would no doubt be
made in January of next year, although
the election will not take place until
the following fall. Sentinel.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
NORTHERN
MUST HANG
SAYS JUDGE
JURY DIDN'T
HAVE NERVE
FINDING OF JURY IGNORED
Judge Told the Jury in Desperate
Mufder Case There Were No
Mitigating Circumstances.

| Jonesboro, Oct. 16.-Unless the sup
RENE court or the governor interferes,
Robert Northern will be hanged with
in the walls OF the state penitentiary at
Nashville on December II, within
| lawful hours. This sentence was
PASSED on him Saturday night by
Judge Dana Harmon who disregarded
the finding of "mitigating circum-
stances" by the the trial jury. An ap.
peal may be made by Northern, which
if allowed, will defer the hearing in
the state supreme court for one year
unless by special agreementit it should
be gotten into the docket of the pre-
sent term, sitting at Knoxville.
The trial of Northern was held at a
special term of the circuit court, Fri
day and Saturday. The decomposed
body of man was found in the woods
on Hon. A. A. Taylor's farm on Aug
ust II. The matter was reported to
Sheriff J. T. e. Williams, who went
to the scene, found and opened suit
case which led to identifying the body
as that of Wesley Presnell. Presnell
and Nothern had been seen near the
spot about week before. Both had
been drinking, it was claimed. Pres
nell had about $40 in money in de-
nominations which Northerton was
said to have had after he had separated
from Presnell. These and other cir
cumstances pointed to Northern, and
officers went to Tate Spring and arrest
ed and brought him TO the scene of the
crime. With stole indifference, Moth
ern maintained his entire innocence
and ignorance of any knowledge of
the crime until he went on the witness
stand on Saturday, when, he admitt-
ed the killing killing bnt claimed it
was in self-defense.
The grand jury found an Indictment
against Nothern just one week before
the convening of the court in special
session to try him on an issue which
meant life or death to him. When the
special session convened Friday, attor-
news for Northern entered plea for
continuance, on the grounds that mat
erial witnessds were in Granger county
and could not be had at this time.
Judge Harmon notified them to swear
out attachment for these witnesses and
that he would see that they were
brought the the trial. He set the mo-
ton and announced that the trial
would proceed. The attorneys made
no efforts to have the witnesses brought
to the trial as suggested by the court.
The prosecuting attorneys proceeded
with taking testimony and wove a
chain of circumstantial evidence about
the defendant. 1t is thought that
Northern concluded to testify as he did
regarding the killing after this test
imony of the state was brought before
him. This belief is borne out by the
fact that he had entered a plea of not
guilty instead of one of self-defense. 1t
is thought that he hope to save his
neck by this claim.
Continued on page 2
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
Messrs. Ridglll and Burns.

Thousands of people have stomach trou-
BILE, constipation, indigestion, sick headache
ETC., and don't know what to do for it. Per
haps the experience of Mr. RidgilI, post
master at Bruceville, Tex, and Mr.. Burns,
Wabash R. x. engineer, Bement, H., will
suggest a method. Both of these men take
pleasure in saying that they cured themselves
with Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin.
1t is absolutely guaranteed to do what is
claimed for it, and if you want to try it be-
fore buying, send your address for a free
sample bottle to Pepsin SyrupCo., II9 Cald-
well Bldg, Monticello III. 1t is sold by
all dealers at soc and ST. bottle.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
A TEXAS WONDER.

TIE TEXAS WONDER CURES KIDNEY
AND BLADDER TROUBLES, removing gray.
ell, cures diabetes, weak aud lame back
rheumatism and all irregularities OF the
kidneys and bladder in both men and
women. Regulates bladder troubles in
children. II not sold by your druggist,
will be sent by mail on receipt of 81. One
small bottle Is two months treatment,
snd seldom fails To perfect cure. Send
for testimonials from Texas aud other
states. DR.. Il. w. Hall, 29a6 Oliver St d.
st. Louis, Mo Sold by druggists. Gel
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
SOWSIETY MARRIAGE
MONDAY AFTERNOON

Unusual in simple elegance and sub.
dued grandeur was the marriage cere-
mony of Mr.. Xxi Nosepaint and Miss
Sal Fourfiush last Monday afternoon
at 3 o'clock in the office of Squire
Miller.
The decorations were simple and un-
pretentious. All cuspidors had been
rejuvenated by the salaried cleanist of
the building, and the office fixtures also
advertised the fact that a great mind
had been bent upon them. Admiring
friends and guests filed the spacious
room, occupying all available space
save that in front of the place of sacri-
flee.
Attorney e. J. Naught, who repre-
sented the groom in the capacity of
next best man, essayed vocal rendi-
tion of the wedding march for the con
tracing parties to file in by, but when
he opened up with two or three bars
the police force persuaded him to desist.
The wedding party and admirers of the
bride and groom were profuse in their
praise of the action of the force in
squashing Mr. Naught before he had
chance to get a good start They all
said they didn't feel strong enough to
hear him sing.
The groom, who was given away by
his air of profound detection, never
looked lovelier or handsomer, by con-
trast, as he was led, unresisting, by the
next-best man and arraigned before
the magistrate. He carried no orchids
or valley lilies and bridegroom roses as
he went slowly down the aisle with
far-away look in his red-rimmed eyes,
the nextbest man admonishing him
that he wouldn't have to be sworn and
for him to keep his right hand down
till the judge told him to mitt his bride.
A golden brown tinge concealed the
rosy tint of his curving lips, for the
next-best man had prevailed upon him
to remove the bale of plug and restore
the pristine symmetry of his blushing
cheek until after the ceremony. That's
what made him feel so sad. He held
his head high by reason of the extreme
altitude of his new combustible cellu.
loid collar of deep blue, over which his
large delicate ears tapped gracefully.
Besides the collar he wore ready-tied
necktie, very passionate, which flowed
down the broad eXpanse of pink shirt
and was kept from overfiowing by a
miniature clothespin of finely wrought
gold. He wore coat, and his pants
of the same material were caught up
by pair of costly suspenders, disclos-
ing couple of rapturous socks of deli
cate violet persuasion.
The groom is one of our most talent
ed young men, having recently gradu-
ated from the Keely Institute, and
having diplomas from Jonesboro Jail. |
He is not only well versed in law, by |
reason of his close attendance to all
grand jury assemblies, but he is an
adept rock fracturer and brick presser.
The happy couple will be domiciled |
in their home after the next term of
court, provided the groom comes clear.
The bride in the meantime will take in
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
Some Good Medical Advice.

Throw away pills and strong cathartics
which are violent in action, and always
have on hand DR.. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin,
which cures constipation and all diseases
arising from stomach, liver and bowel trou-
bles. 1t will cure old or young, and is the
greatest family remedy that home can
have. Keep bottle always at hand. You
may need it any moment.
II is absolutely guaranteed to do what is
claimed, and If you want to try il before
buying, send your address for free sample
bottle to 'Pepsin Syrup Co., II9 Caldwell
Bldg, Monticello, ILL., 1t is sold by all
dealers at soc and ST. bottle.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
GEORGE A. COWAN
CALLS CONVENTION
ORGANIZED IN NASHVILLE
County Meetings Are to be Held
on November 9th, General
Convention on Nov. "A. :.

Nashville, Oct. 12.-The following
notice has been issued by Preridenl
George A. Gowan, of The Memphis to-
Bristol Highway Associations:
Octoher II, 1911.
To the Citizens of Tennessee:
am authorized by the otii ers and
committeeman (two have mol answer
ed) of the Memphis-to Bristol Highway
Association, 10 call meeting at Nash
vile, Tenn.,. November II, 1911, at 12
o'clock, noon, To convene at the state
capitol, for the purpose TAR organizing
the Tennessee Association for Highway
Improvement.
In order that it be regular in every
way and no cut and dried affair OF iii
viting a selected crowd, il is requested d
OF the citizens of each county in the
state to meet in mass-meeting at the
court house in each county at II o. Clock
noon, November 6, for the purpose Of
selecting delegates to attend the meet
ing at Nashville. IL is requested that
you select one delegate for every two
thousand or majority portion thereof
of the population of your county based
on the census of 1910.
The purpose and intention Of organ
izing this state association in part will
be:
To organize the whole state for the
purpose of cooperating with the Amer
lean Association for Highway Improve.
ment.
To create sentimtnt for better roads
and better road law for The state.
To encourage systematic organiza-
tion in every county and civil district
in the state SO as to secure medium
for the distribution of good roads liter
ature through the national and state
associations.
Toelect delegates to attend the Amer.
lean Association for Highway Improve
ment that meets in Richmond, Va,
November 20, 1911.
To petition the next legislature for
authority under statute TO charter the
association.
In the press Of the state, about two
months ago, | stated that as soon as
the preliminary work Of surveying and
constructing the Men Ilhis to- Bristol
highway WAS nearer completed and
the work under way, tha' lae officers
and friends of this association would
call q meeting of delegates rom every
county in the state for the purpose
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
Is the World Growing Better?

Many things go to prove that it 49, TIL,
way thousands are trying to help others i:
proof Among them is Mrs w w. Gould
Of Pittsfeld, N. H. Finding good health
by taking Electric Bitters, she now advises
other sufferers, everywhere, to take them
:" For years suffered with stomach and
kidney trouble" she writes Every med
icine used failed till l took Electric Bit
tiers. But this great remedy helped me
wonderfully" They'll help any woman.
They're the best tonic and finest liver and
kidney remedy that's made. Try them.
You II see. soc at H. C.. Miler's.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
MRS. J. NJ. JOHNSTON HAS
STROKE OF PARALYSIS

Roeersville, Oct. 14.-Keenest regret
is felt here in the very serious condi,
ti0n of Mrs. James M. Johnson, who
has suffered stroke Of paralysis. HeI
daughters, Mrs. Joe Cass and Mrs.
Guy Smith, of johnson City, are With
her. Mrs. Johnston is one of the most
highly esteemed women in this COM
munity, and has hundreds of friends
who earnestly hope she may be re-
stored to health.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
$l0O-ReWard-SlOO.

The readers of this paper will be pleased to
learn that there is at least one dreaded disease
that scienre has been able to cure IN all it's
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Cure is the only positive onre now known to the
medical fraternity. Catarrh being a eonsttu-
ttonal disease, requires constitutional treat
ment. Halls Catarfh Cure is taken Internally
acting directly upon the blood and MUCOUS sur
faces of the system. thereby destroying the
foun alton OF the disease and giving the pa :
tient strength by building up the con .titution
and assisting nature in doing it's ork The
proprietors have SO much faith in its curative
powers that they offer One Hundred Dollars
forany case that 1t fails to cure Send for list
II Testimonials. Address,
r. ]. CAENEY g. co Toledo O.
Sold by Druggists, 15c
Take 4 tll's tn'ly 2itls for onstipation.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
Averts Awful Tragedy.

Timely advice given Mr.. C. Willoughby,
of Marengo Wis. (R. No. y, prevented a
dreadful tragedy and saved two lives. Doc
tors had said her frightful cough was a
I" consumption y cough and could do little
to help her. After many remedies failed
her aunt urged her to take DR.. Kings New
Discovery. have been using it for some
time. )" she wrote, and the awful cough has
almost gone. 1t also saved my little boy
when taken with severe bronchial trouble. Z"
This matchless medicine has no equal for
troat and lung troubles. Price soc and ST..
Trial bottle free. Guaranteed by II. c.
Miller.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
Quality Of a Good Teacher.
No man can govern school unless
he knows how to govezn himself.
It's Equal Don't Exist.

No one has ever made salve, ointment
or balm TO compare with Bucklen's S Arnica
Salve. It's the one perfect healer Of cuts,
corns, burns, bruises, sores, scalds, boils,
ulcers, eczema, salt rheum. For sore eyes,
cold sores, chapped hands or sprains it's
supreme. Unrivaled for piles. Try it,.
Only 25c at H. c. Miller's.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19

Don't triAle with a cold is good advice
for prudent men and women. 1t may be
vital in case of a child. There is nothing
better than Chamberand's Cough Remedy
for coughs and cold in children. Ii is safe
and sure, For sale by all dealers.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19

You are not experimenting on yourself
when you take Chamberlain Cough Rem
edy for cold, as that preparation has won
its great reputation and extensive sale by its
remarkable cures of colds, and can always
be depended up. Itis equally valuable for
adults and children and may be given to
young children with implicit confidence, as
il contains no harmful drug. Sold by all
dealers
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
True Generosity.

Walking into a London church the
other day. and saying. I've no time
to stop; know all about yoGr work;
don't want any acknowledgment" a
gentleman left in the superintendent
hands bank notes for $3.50.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1911-10-19
truth the plrs, Necessity.

No court OF justice can be carried
on II people win not tell the truth