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Newspaper
Abbeville Press And Banner
Location
Abbeville, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1908
Page
5
A late nineteenth century Abbeville notice page lists church events, meetings of the Democratic Executive Committee, social visits, and real estate offerings. It references Edward Keirer, Mr Henry Hitt, and local figures like J. C. Kannedy, with details on church services, ministerial visits, and repair or sale items for properties and equipment.
Fragmented OCR item references a Brier event and local church meetings with dates around August. Mentions Foley's Kidney Remedy and medical claims, plus conference scheduling for Mt. Carmel circuit and Bethol arrangements. Concrete names include Roy Church and J. Allen Simin, with limited legible context.
Arrival and departure times, connections, and route details for multiple rail lines including Augusta, Laurens, Greenville, Woodruff, and nearby towns. Notes list daily patterns, transfer points, and service managers, with schedules in 1905 and references to various stations and branches across the region.
A reflective tract urges unity in spreading the gospel beyond denominational lines. It highlights healing by Christ, the divine physician, and the need for cooperative effort among Baptists, Methodists, and Presbyterians to present a united Christian witness to the world.
A historic notice touts Clifford Seminary Union South Carolina as a practical curriculum focused on English and Mathematics with high character and teacher training. It emphasizes low expenses, a home-like atmosphere, and close student-teacher camaraderie as foundations for success and lifelong skills.
For sale details advertise a six acre property near the Dan side road by the Due Weer Railway. The dwelling has several rooms, garden, outbuildings, and water supply. The notice asks buyers to contact Jos. F Leb in Dao Wast, S.C. for more information.
A quoted dialogue on truth and hypocrisy contrasts public image with inner reality. It discusses the difficulty of fooling oneself, the pressure of self-respect, and how genuine goodness arises from internal motive rather than fear of punishment. The piece critiques hypocritical virtue and deceit among the faithful.
An East End item shows Miners Nanole Sea Lizzie Penny and Bat leaving yesterday for Whitewater for a quiet mountain retreat near Cahiers Valley. The note mentions Dr. Dickwon and plans for Canttern N, plus Mr LH Vouo with grandchildren Munere Wille and Walter McDonald traveling to Pawheye IMlaod near Georkeown for a lakeside outing. It records social visits, engagements, and local gatherings with many names and places, including a wedding announcement for Miss Virginia Morimalmant Bey of Grier South Carolina and the wedding plans at 9 oclock Wednesday morning at the bride's home, and a series of local remarks about community members and host families.
Chicago vacation schools tested a dinner for 495 pupils at Graham school charging exactly two cents per head. John C. Shoop led the event with a beans and potatoes menu and a cereal nectar substitute. The experiment may become a summer school feature.
A discussion questions how national campaigns are funded in the South. It notes campaign expenses are covered by state funds and asks where a million to five million dollars goes, critiquing publicity as a safety measure and hinting at questionable funds flow and party leaders’ roles.
Letter writer defends Mayor Rhett against claims by Mr Link and the editor of the News and Banner. Accuses opponents of misquoting officials and cites alleged administrative improvements and a police-to-wager shift. Calls for truth and asserts political tensions in Charleston during the period.
Announcement details a copper vein found near a mile from town at Mr. Stones place. A team will work the deposit soon. copper demand is high and the mine could become a valuable asset to the state. Also appears are probate notices for Letters of Administration in Abbeville County, citing D. C. Donaldson and Oliver Nance, with dates in August, and other local notices including wills, lectures, and church society meetings.
A candidate letter to the legislature argues local option on whiskey and temperance. Andersan and white factions debate prohibition, tax incentives, and a county jail project funded by proceeds from revenue. The writer appeals to voters in Melrose area, stresses no personal gain, and urges support for a temperance stance.
A fragmented 19th or early 20th century collage blends poems and reflections. It weaves lines about aging, humor, endurance, and moral restraint, mentioning Uncle Fil, Roy Farrell Greene, and a meditation on time, nature, and divine guidance. The piece contrasts laughter with solemn duty and hopeful persistence.
Rain slows grass clearance as crops stay clean in Route No. 1 area. Norryes from Anderson visit Bowman family while Mrs Bowman returns from visit with her son. Local carriers receive kindness. watermelons ripen and frost fears ease as apples and peaches recover. Visits to Blu Vine Yard and surrounding families noted. several townbound trips hindered by rain.
Notice to cattle owners that a general quarantine is in effect. Movement of cattle from listed counties and towns to be restricted if the animals are infested with cattle fever tick or come from tick areas. No cattle may be moved into or through the state without Federal quarantine requirements. State Veterinarian at Clemson College can provide copies and regulations.
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