06 Dec 1899
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Newspaper
Abbeville Press And Banner
Location
Abbeville, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1899
Page
1
A lecture by Dr. F B Me center on Jewish history spanning 9000 years, tracing origins to Ur and Abraham, recounting exile, persecution, and the long diaspora. The talk considers biblical milestones, the covenant with God, and the enduring identity of the Jewish people across lands and ages.
A narrative tracing the Jewish people from biblical exodus to modern times. It covers the ancient kingdoms, captivity in Babylon, return under Cyrus and Ezra, Herodian era, and the dispersion that followed. The piece highlights prophecies, Maccabean resistance, Roman rule, and ongoing struggles for religious and cultural identity amid hostile empires. It references Josephus, Judas Maccabeus, Herod the Great, and key events shaping Jewish history and continuity.
December wedding gifts drive brisk business at Cupid Smiths Dry Goods and Millinery with many fine china pieces and useful articles moving quickly from the store.
Townderville notes a missed auction, visits by residents to Mt. Carmel and Abbeville, and travel plans for the South Carolina Conference. Many locals, including Mrs. Lomaz, Mrs. Barnes, and Miss Bertha White, are mentioned along with church dedication details led by Bishop Duncan. Attendees expect a large Methodist gathering with 121 clergy and lay members anticipated.
An article notes Governor McSweeney’s warm reception in Charleston as a symbol of revived state ties. It recalls past annual visits by South Carolina governors and laments their lapse, urging renewed tradition and civic pride across Charleston and Columbia.
Local residents accepted a departmental order changing the village name from Link to Willington for the post office and railroad station. The swap moves the Link site about two miles from Willington landmarks, with neighborhood leader J Alsbea Jouneon guiding explanation. the change aligns with proximity to Willington Church and the old Willington Academy site.
The State of South Carolina Abbeville County Probate Court issues a citation for administration of James W. Thomas estate to Latiera of Adminstration. The court requires kindred and creditors to appear on the designated Dec 2 date to show cause why administrators should not be granted. Publication date Nov 29, 1809 notes the time and place for the appearance.
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