Tuberculosis education and reporting urged in South Carolina
A State Board of Health message urges education to combat tuberculosis and warns against self treatment with alcohol or opium. It promotes rest, fresh air, good nutrition, physician supervision, and sanatorium care, and calls for physicians to report all contagious cases promptly under Act 419. James A. Hayne, M D, Secretary.
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State Board of Health
South Carolina
Columbia
James A. Hayne, M
Enrolment Hits Sixty Five for Abbeville Home Canning Study
The Abbeville county Tomato Canning Clubs open their three bay short course in home canning and bread making with a record enrollment of sixty five young girls. Rev Louis J Bristow gave the welcome. Dot Napier directed tin canning demonstrations assisted by second year Abbeville girls.
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Abbeville
Louis J. Bristow
Columbia
Dot Napier
Timate Club
Richland County
Benton
Dora Dee Walker
Smith
Edith Parrott
Doctors Discover Weapon to Fight Child Paralysis
New York reports fifty infantile paralysis patients treated with intraspinal adrenalin injections show symptom relief in most cases. Doctors say the method, along with convalescent toys and a positive mindset, may be expanded to more patients while public health staff grows to twenty one surgeons.
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New York
8. J. Meltzer
Health Department
Edward J. Bermingham
Charles’ E. Banks
United States Public Health Service
Banks
Dancing in Greenwood Young Folks Dance
A Greenwood social Tuesday night featured a dance for local youth with Abbeville attendees including Vinia and Eugenis Coleman Katherine Link Leila Link Caroline Reese Marcella Dearing and Furman Longshore Hubert Cox William Rape Amos Morse and Maxwell The event was chaperoned by Mrs A S Thomas Mrs W S Cothran Mrs M T Coleman and Mrs Joe Wilson.
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Greenwood
Abbeville
Vinia
Eugenis Coleman
Katherine Link
Leila Link
Caroline Reese
Marcella Dearing
Furman Longshore
Hubert Cox
William Rape
Amos Morse
Maxwell the
A.S. Thomas
W. S. Cothran
M. T. Coleman
Joe Wilson
Birthday Dinner for James McCombs at Home
Young James McCombs celebrated his birthday by inviting friends to his home near town for a full day party. He hosted a dinner with fruit and watermelon and a lively gathering, as he continues his progress toward becoming a comin president in the second grade.
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James McCombs
James
Comin
Secon
Pratt to open three Wednesday lectures on The Holy Land
Rev. H Waddell Pratt of Abbeville Presbyterian will deliver a three part series titled The Holy Land starting Wednesday evening. Each session will be fully illustrated with stereopticon slides and held in the church if outdoor services are not possible.
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H. Waddell Pratt
Abbeville
Frank Harrison Homecoming From New York
Frank E. Harrison returns home from New York where he has lived for a year with his uncle W. D. Tusten, a prominent jewelry firm owner. He appears well and friends express sincere pleasure at his return home.
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Frank E. Harrison
New York
Frank
W. D. Tusten
Book Club Meets at Mrs W Cothran Home
The book club will assemble this morning at 10:30 at the residence of Mrs W Cothran to discuss current readings.
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Book Club
W. 3. Cothran
Salvation Army Valued at 8.86 Million in Brooklyn Filing
A Brooklyn filing places the Salvation Army’s assets at 8,858,197 with 8,500 designated for Tan Pet estate. Total assets tally 8,646,001.89 and personal property 21,128.08. Liabilities amount to 2,?56,?98.
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New York
Salvation Army
First National Fire Insurance Considers State Entry
Officials of the First National Fire Insurance Company based in Washington DC, after a meeting with Insurance Commissioner McMaster, weigh applying for admission to operate as a general fire insurer in this state. The sworn statement shows capital over $900 000.
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Columbia
First National Fire Insurance Company
Washington, D. C
McMaster
First National
James T. Ellis Killed by Auto in Greenville
James T. Ellis, a Greenville merchant and Hodges native, was struck by an automobile driven by a Methodist minister Mr Sublett. He died from his injuries after being run down while talking with a customer. Ellis’ body was returned to Hodges for burial beside relatives. He leaves a wife and several children.
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J. C. Ellis
James T. Ellis
Greenville
Sublett
Ellis
T. J. Ellis
Hodges
Infantile paralysis quote sparks caution in company
An Intelligencer fragment notes a sart of infantile paralysis always with us. It cites moments when a child quotes you before guests or strikes you for a couple of bones when you are busted. Local tone suggests caution and social nerves in family or public settings.
Bible at Styx aids Camp Moore men
The Col Yah Bible Society donated nearly a thousand New Testaments and Bibles to the men at Camp Moore, as reported by the Columbia Record.
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Camp Moore
Colyah
Democratic Enrollment Rises Near Ten Percent Countywide
The County Democratic Executive Committee met to set campaign meeting dates and filing deadlines. Abbeville county enrollments total 2,398, up 156 since two years ago, led by a 54 voter gain at Abbeville cotton mills, though some voters are registered in McCormick.
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Democratic Executive Committee
Bounty
Antreville
Due
Calhoun Falls
Lowndesville
Abbeville
McCormick
Singing for the Baptists Solo Appeals at Church
Miss Lizzie Edmunds sang a beautiful solo at the Baptist church last Sabbath night. She has a sweet voice and is developing it. The Baptist congregation enjoyed listening, and friends praise her growing talent. Our son Bill and his cousin Rachel Minshall visit Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Greene on the Due West road this week.
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Lizzie Edmunds
Baptist Church
Baptist
Bill
Rachel Minshall
J. H. Greene
Due West
Handsome Visitors Visit Local Clark Family
Mr and Mrs George Clark of Augusta are in the city for a short visit to Mr and Mrs A W Clark. Mrs Clark's many friends are glad to see her while everyone rejoices in Mr Clark's success and prosperity in his new home.
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George Clark
Augusta
City
A. W. Clark
Committee Rejects Merchandise in Premium List
An executive committee member of the Abbeville Fair said only money will be accepted as premiums this year. Merchandise asks previously offered from stores were deemed unsatisfactory for exhibitors and the association, though donations beyond the standard premium may be considered.
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Abbeville Fair Association
Hunters Must Have Written Permission or State License
State law requires written permission or a state license to hunt birds or animals. Residents may hunt on their property with written permission. non residents need a South Carolina license. Licenses cost 3 dollars for bonfide residents and 15.25 dollars for non residents. penalties include fines and possible imprisonment.
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South Carolina
A Dancing Party By Misa Feuliner Delights Friends
Misa Katherine Feuliner led a cheerful dancing evening for her young friends during a lively play night. The event featured playful dancing and lighthearted merriment as attendees tripped the light fantastic.
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Misa
Katherine Feuliner
Tae
Supreme Court Reverses Sloan Will Case Favoring Executor
The Supreme Court by Justice Watts reverses the Court of Common Pleas ruling in Seiten Kennedy as executor, ending the Kerrs contract claim against the Sloan estate. The will directed gifts to the United Presbyterian Church and foreign missions. the estate valued about 75000 dollars. The Kerrs alleged a 1894 living-together contract with Sloan, seeking turning over property worth 10000 to 15000 dollars. the court found testimony insufficient and inconsistent with the contract. Attorneys included Cothran and Grady for plaintiffs. Grier Park Nicholson and Greene for executors.
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Supeme Court
R. C. Watts
Court of Common Pleas
Seiten Kennedy
Kenedy
Josephine EB. Sloan
Stoan
Charit
Charit Publines
Ameer Reformer Presbyterian Arch
Mé Foreign Missions
Brak
John Kerr
Frank
Sloan
United Presbyterian Ch
Ernest Moore
Kerrs
Court of Equity
Thomas P. Cothran
Greenville
William N. Graydon
Abbeville
Grier-Park & Nicholson
Greenwood
Wm. P. Greene
Abbeville Fair Signs Contract With Georgia Shows
Secretary E. Williamson of the Abbeville County Fair association signed a contract with Consolidated Fair Shows of Georgia to supply twelve attractions for the fall fair. The concession company brings a variety of independent shows and rides including merry go rounds slides balloons and balloon ascensions to provide festive entertainment.
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GC. E. Williamson
Abbeville County
The Abbev's Methodist Church Services Next Sunday
The Abbev s Methodist Church invites all to attend services next Sunday. The morning subject is The Eyes of God and the evening subject is Their Company. Everyone is welcome to join.
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Methodist Church
Short Sweetening Shortage Hits Charlotte Markets
Charlotte traders report a shortage of the household commodity today as stores display the just out sign. Jobbers say quantities are in transit but crippled railroads prevent any confirmed delivery dates.
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Charlotte
N. C
Due West Sees Electric Lights With New Water Power Firm
Laurin Drennan and James A. Jackson attend Clemson Summer Short Course for 1915 Boys Corn Clubs champions. A commission to eight locals authorizes subscription to the Due West Water, Power and Light Company capital stock, bringing electric lights to Due West.
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Laurin Drennan
Lowndesville
James A. Jackson
Abbeville
Clemson
A. Pressly
W. W. Edwards
R. H. Brice
C. Y. Brownlee
Due West
Due West Water, Ht and Power Company
Pleasant house party noted by Misses Cole man
Miss Lavinia and Miss Eugenia Coleman host a pleasant house party this week featuring guests Miss Mabel Kennedy of Troy Miss Nelle Livingston of North and Miss Mary Von Kolnitz of Charleston. The entertaining trio promises to add charm to town gaieties.
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Lavinia and
Eugenia Coleman
Mabel Kennedy
Troy
Nelle Livingston
North
Mary von Kolnitz
Charleston
Madden claims record for early Triumph potatoes
Laurens July 27 Mr J W Madden living between here and Clinton likely breaks all earlier marks for early sweet potatoes. He reports two large Triumph potatoes weighing 2 pounds 10 ounces in total, brought to town Thursday. He notes the tubers are a variety not previously grown in this country.
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Laurens
J. W. Madden
Here
Clinton
Madden
Triumph
Good Farms for Sale Near Watts Station
Executors of Mrs Mary C Thomas advertise farm lands for sale near Watts station close to Warrenton school and churches. Community described as thrifty. a fine place to locate. Executors glad to show lands to interested buyers.
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Mary C. Thomas
Watts Station
Warrenton School
Birthday Party for Mary Renwick Bradley
Little Mary Renwick Bradley celebrated her birthday last Thursday afternoon with a party for her friends. Games were played and the party included ice cream cake candy and punch.
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Mary Renwick Bradley
Welfare worker Miss Thomson visits Abbeville mill
Chester’s Miss Thomson, a noted welfare worker, spent last week as the guest of Mrs. J Foster Barnwell in Abbeville. She plans to begin welfare work soon after touring the Abbeville mill and continuing her energetic efforts across the state.
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Thomson
Chester
Abbeville
J. Foster Barnwell
Misa
Cotton Crop Report Signals Weak July Outlook
A government cotton crop report covering to July 26 shows a 72.3 current state, below 75.3 last year and below long-term averages. The market spiked in New York on the release, but analysts warn that if weather and field clearing do not improve, prices may rise as savers absorb potential shortages.
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New York
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Thomas Pope
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