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
The Tuesday Belles at the Hibs Hall raised the cash for Jericho House in Bank Street, Greenock. They collected the donation by holding bonus balls competitions on Facebook and added a separate donation of £110 from the group. The group usually meet in the club off the Clune Brae but have had to operate online due to the pandemic. Member Helen Coyle said: We fundraised for Jericho before when they needed paint to decorate and we thought we would do it again. They do such good work in the area. Lynn Glancy and Helen Coyle, of the group, presented the cheque to Brother Tom from the society and the ladies would like to thank everyone for their support.