March 1, 1867: The East Tennessee Union Flag reported tragic news from Sullivan County. “We learn than an accident occurred to Mr. Jackson Cox, of Sullivan county, on the 18th
Feb. 2, 1888: Readers of The Comet learned of upcoming plans at a local church. “The 1st quarterly meeting for the Johnson City charge will be held at the M.E.
Jan. 24, 1889: The Comet reported, âJumbo Hider (sic) is looking for the person who stole the borcelain (sic) eggs out of his henâs nest last week. He offers a liberal reward for his arrest as he wants him to make hash for his bull dog (sic). A full description of the thief can be had by calling on Mr. Hyder.â
Jan. 24, 1892: Readers of The Comet learned about the new president of Citizens Bank. âThe Comet is more than pleased to join our people in welcomcoming (sic) to Johnson City Mr. D.S. McIntyre, the newly elected president of the Citizens Bank. He comes among us not in the roll (sic) of a stranger, his competency and capabilities elsewhere as a financier, and his pleasant associations with our people, having justified the impression that he is entitled to a hearty welcome.â
Jan. 16, 1890: The Comet advised readers, âStudy the history of current events; make careful comparisons of the fluctuations in price, in demand and in supply, in order to guide your own operations.â
Jan. 16, 1902: The Comet opined, âIf Rev. R.J. Cooke does not soon take back what he said about the Daughters of the Confederacy inspiring anarchy there wonât be enough left of him to make a good roast.â
Jan. 16, 1914: The Chattanooga Daily Times reported on a tragic fire in Johnson City.
ââBiltless,â the handsome home of Col. Cy H. Lyle, editor of the Johnson City Comet, was completely destroyed by fire Wednesday afternoon. The house was built fourteen years ago, and cost $20,000. Malcolm Lyle, a young son of Mr. Lyle, put some shucks on the fire in the sitting room and sparks from these fell on the roof. The furniture was saved. Only $2,500 insurance was carried on the property.â
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