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Newspaper
Abbeville Press And Banner
Location
Abbeville, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1908
Page
5
Local missives report a July Central School dinner offer with tax tea or coffee, a July 25 picnic at Central School grounds, and a $25 reward for identifying vandals on power lines. Event mentions include Bible Society meetings, garden shows, and Independence Day gatherings with social details and attendee notes across Abbeville area.
Nina Corrie Hollingsworth and Mr Charles A Creek announce their wedding on Wednesday July with vows at four o clock. Rev P H Well and Rev P B Walls to lecture on Mother Home and Heaven at Rekjenborg Ball near Kureks hotel under Abbaville Lodge LA C F. Pickels selling at Milford s. Health note included from Ira W Kelley praising Foley s Kidney Cure.
The Indies of the Civic Club announce a July end carnival with vaudeville acts and a grand Floral Parade. Events include automobile races, wrestling matches, a watermelon contest, and foot races with prizes split between the winners and the Civic Club. readers are asked to contribute and notify the club of features or prizes.
Stephen Brooks Norrell died at his daughter’s home in Atlanta Tuesday evening after living over sixty years. A native of Abbeville County South Carolina he was known for kindness and Christian faith leaving a wife and seven children, with a long list of relatives and friends mourning, while the family prays for comfort from God during this quiet passage.
An old classified style listing offers cheap real estate near Greenwood with 875 acres of farming land, 400 acres open, 75 acres pasture, plus cabins and springs. It also touts tin ware, jars, and other household items for sale, with prices and terms to be arranged through J.B. Glenn.
A historical pamphlet circulated in Washington and North Carolina campaigns features speeches by Wyatt AliEn and a Democratic committee. It quotes Mr Finney on ship subsidies and Mr Aiken on tariff, praising the excerpts used in the campaign handbook. The piece notes the speeches’ inclusion as a notable distinction for the party.
A florid early 20th century style note describes Pretty Dias Lawellee McFall hosting a visit by Mini Lucy Oni eater and Mini noise Bigby of Andsruan. The piece praises the charm and grace of young women, hinting at social admiration and lighthearted homage. It mentions Alia Blanche Sotowag and others planning a moment to light a dreary path, with idealized visions of courtship and esteem.
A garbled but readable summary from a South Carolina town mentions attendance at a conference, several residents visiting relatives, and multiple moves and trips. Mr Johnson family moved into a new residence on Bonner Street,Mrs Brownlee hosted visitors, and Dr Mofatte and daughter Martha planned a Spartanburg trip.
A Greenwood win over Abbeville 5 to 3 marked the latest Tuesday of the Abbevists third nine victory, with detailed scoring by innings showing Greenwood scoring early. The report links to broader wage talks and labor actions across railways as negotiations pause until October under the Erdman Act mediation.
Rev P B Wells of Anderson Indiana will give a lecture titled Mother Home and Heaven on Priv day night July 10 under I C C F auspices. Admission is 25 cents for adults 10 cents for children and 5 cents for reserved seats. Tickets are on sale at C A Milford & Co Drugstore.
Clifford Seminary in Uaion South Carolina marks 25 years of uninterrupted operation. The school emphasizes small classes for individual attention, thorough training, and character building within a strong Christian home atmosphere. Located in the Piedmont region, it offers favorable climate and affordable rates. write for catalogue.
Abbeville Gazette advertises 300 acres near Lown Greenville offered at 12.50 dollars per acre with one third cash and balance long time. Seller invites inquiries and promises to cut 100 acres if desired, urging buyers to quit renting and buy a home. Contact Anderson C. for details.
Milwaukee brewer Bebliiz Brewing Co quotes export prices in points and quarts with a selling price of 18.00 points per quart and 14.40 points per quart. Nashville firm A Dicke Co lists Cascade cost at 11.60 with a selling price of 15.00 points per quart and 18.00 points per pint. Land for sale noted with miscellaneous auction times.
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