June 27, 1872: Hunting bees was a topic in the Herald and Tribune. According to the newspaper, âHunting bees ⦠is becoming fashionable. If you should happen to meet a gentleman in the woods, he is almost sure to tell you he is hunting bees. We suppose this is a good season to find âem.â
The Herald and Tribune was, and still is, a newspaper published in Jonesborough, which was spelled that way in 1872.
June 27, 1896: One hundred, twenty-five years ago today, the Morristown Republican alerted readers, âThe Morristown base ball (sic) boys will have to make some strenuous exertions on the 4th, if they expect to come out triumphant over the Johnson City team, as we have heard that they will be here with an experienced and well drilled nine. You must practice, boys, or you will go down in defeat and be denied the honor of hearing the eagle scream over your victory on that glorious old day.â
The Whig was a newspaper in Jonesborough, which was spelled that way at the time.
May 19, 1887: The Comet published advice for husbands. âNever talk in your sleep unless you are sure what you are going to say.â
âDonât be discontented. It is much easier to make your wife feel that way.â
âNever tell your wife that she is a charming singer unless you happen to be deaf.â
âDonât flatter yourself that you know more than your wife until â¦you have got home from her funeral.â
âDonât be too friendly with your prospective son-in-law. He may think you intent to live with him after he is married.â