Editor Hugh Wilson Retires After Fifty Years Of Service
Obituary styled tribute notes editor Hugh Wilson’s long career at the Abbeville Press and Banner. Praise for his fearless editorial voice and influence on South Carolina journalism. Remembrance by colleagues, wish for a return to editing duties, and recognition of his retirement after decades of trusted reporting and leadership.
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Hugh Wilson
Abbeville
Wilwon
South
Carolina
Coursons
Yorkville Enquirer
Prohibitionist Loss in Bristol Election Report
A historical Bristol vote earlier this week ended with prohibitionists losing. The result hinges on judge decisions regarding licensing and control of liquor, with many whiskey supporters expected to take charge of forthcoming terms. Pandemonium marked the Bristol area as results showed a split outcome and calls arise for new measures.
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Omoph L. Kelly
Bellevue Village News Busy With Visits and Travel
In Abbeville and nearby towns residents report family visits and errands. WW Bradley and children returned home after a trip to Lille Morrit in the UK. Mrs. Hroal of Charigston hosted Mrs. Jo Kennedy Thurday with others. Local gatherings included Mrs. Wardlaw and Mrs. Lyon visiting and Mr. Kennedy’s family spending time with relatives. Several moved for work or hosting guests, while the rainy weather affected area farms and roads Iver ridge.
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Bradley
Abbeville
Lille Morrit
Hroal
Charigston
Kennedy Thuredhyrt
Rachd Parmer
Gade
J. Albert Gibert
Wilingtos
Umra
Wardlaw
Cama
Lyon
Aira
Sadiyer
David Kennedy
Tie
Buffalo
Dunnie Thomson
Frank Thomenn Camedawe
Abbeville Tourpay
WP. Wideman
W. D. Morrat
Willington
Basleeve
Alla Siew Brit
J C. Kennedy
Vridns
Iver Ridge
Fannie Kennedy
Uradiey
Clemton
Bellesan
John Wardlaw Watt
McGarmick
Charlie Lyon
Bellewne
Lolita Tompeine
Mear Clemskon
Frleade Bate
Georgia Governor urged to suspend criminal law
A garbled report claims Governor Brown of Georgia faced calls to suspend criminal law during a period fraught with tensions. The text references legal authority, potential Sunday actions, and Governor Brown’s stance on such emergency measures amid agricultural and peach industry concerns.
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Governer Brown
Georgia
Life 100400 Years Ao Engines a Cave Find
Scientists in a Swiss cave uncover bones of men living 100,000 years ago amid constant dangers. A modern doctor credits Dr King’s New Discovery for saving a life from severe lung trouble and cough, selling bottles with a guaranteed trial.
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Switzerland
Dewate
Shiawally
A.W. Brown
Alexander
Dr. King
Unclear text fragment with mixed words and nonsensical phrases
The readable parts describe names and places in a jumbled mix, lacking coherent events. It references times and actions in a distorted way, with no definite people, organizations, dates, or outcomes to report.
Ring Ceremony at Due West Wedding Draws Attention
A bride and groom wed in a Ring ceremony at the P. church with an altar theme noted in local columns. The couple’s reception followed at the bride’s family home in Due West, then a journey to North Carolina for further celebrations. Contemporary reports describe the decor and ceremonial details with humorous interest, hinting at evolving church traditions.
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Arsociate Reformed Presbyterian Hyw
Haing
J.B. Metfalty
A.B. P
Ev. Y. Houdet
P. Churent
Guldwell
Gadianis
N.C
Wnathia
Caldwell
Courter
Patented Remedies and Insurance Ads Dominate Local Page
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L. &. Pier
Hugless
Backlen
P. B. Speed
Stark
J. E. McDa
Mra
Gilpatrick
Danforth
Dyer Pepsia
Dutok
Speed
Summer School of the South Opens in Knoxville 1909
Knoxville hosts the eighth session of the Summer School of the South on June 22 1909 with large attendance and participation from teachers students and some foreign representatives. The city’s educational stature and the University of Tennessee setting provide ideal facilities and climate for this non denominational program advancing southern education and regional development.
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Knoxville
East Tennessee
North Carolina
John Bevier
Tennessee
Court House Square
Big City
Fort Sanders
Rouxville
Oiany
Elim Teneville
Knox Ville
U. S
South
Great Peter Kern Candy Co
University of Tennessee
Barbara Park
University Hill
Tennnessee
Lilla
Valleye
Arma
Cumberland Mountains
Ohio
Mississippi
Mecca
Hee
Mergien
Iason
Thos
Claxton
Greenwood battered by violent storm across county
A severe wind and rain storm swept Greenwood causing widespread damage. Trees torn up houses roofs collapsed torn chimneys fell, barns and mills were damaged, telegraph and telephone lines were toppled, crops destroyed, and residents reported injuries. The event disrupted daily life with extensive property loss and a general sense of gloom.
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Voluase
Ned Pearby
Bornour
Durn-Andrewn Company
Dick Reynold
Angie
Sven
Governor Joe Brown Promises Reform and Labor Aide in Georgia
Resume of Gov. Joe Brown of Georgia pledges justice between people and corporations, calls for constitutional amendment to issue bonds for public school salaries, supports labor mediation, tax equalization, inheritance tax, biennial sessions, and moving election day. Endorses good roads, road labor, freight rights, railroad commission reforms, stricter banking and game laws, veteran care, and a Confederate monument at the capitol.
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Department of Labor
Commissioner of Labor
Sitention
Railroad Commission
Capitol
Summer School of the South Seeks Teacher Support
Mary Cox Wharton argues for extending incentives to teachers to attend the Summer School of the South. She notes 1800 plus students and 34 South Carolina teachers, urging free transportation registration or board subsidies to boost attendance, especially in rural districts. The plea emphasizes the long term benefits of better teacher support and education statewide.
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Arnold
Claxton
South Carolina
Abbeville County
Bete Jer
Mary Cox Wharton
Summer School of
South
Milord Milford cotton mill plan at Lowndesville
The South Carolina Pharmacists Association adopted a resolution opposed to any law that would put sales of intoxicants in the hands of druggists. Dr Chan A Milford of Abbeville urged opposing such laws and urged maintaining pharmacist control. A large crowd gathered in Lowndesville as the town plans a new cotton mill and a future industrial push. Conviction of Arthur Lambert for killing a snowy egret in the Audubon Society case was secured through state secretary efforts.
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Sally
South Carlaw Druggists
Chan A. Milford
Abbevillé
Andersos Inn
Milford Ts
Would You Marry A Millionaire S Wife Controversy Stirs
A controversial column questions Mrs. Goold wife pro tempore of Howard Gould amid court decency charges in New York. It recalls Goulds marriage history and alimony claims while contrasting a home rooted South Carolina tracker who seeks a simple life with no show business temptations.
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Goold
Howard Goold
New York
New York City
Howard
Howard Gould
Clinton Gaexette
West
Gould
Jullett
Laurene County
South, Carolina
Quake ruins Messina huts after fire drives residents out
A strong aftershock swept Messina Reggio and Mileto as tremors toppled ruined walls and houses. Residents who had returned after a prior fire fled to open spaces amid continuing fear and reports of people leaving the city.
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Rome
Italy
Messina
Reggio
Mileto
Walla
State Borrows $300000 and $200000 For Yearly Expenses
The state treasurer borrowed $200,000 to cover current expenses, bringing total borrowings to $400,000 and signaling a likely year end total near the $500,000 statutory limit. April loans funded a $250,000 pension roll and the current debt supports semi annual interest about $145,000. another $100,000 is planned for September to cover ongoing expenses.
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Columbia
Ford Car No 2 Wins at Seattle Race
Ford Car No 2, winner of the New York to Seattle auto race, reached the gates of the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific exposition at 12 56 46, covering the distance in 22 days and a minutes.
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Seattle
Wash
Lawving
Herbal honey remedy claims to ease chronic conditions
Fragmented OCR text touts Fo jeys Honey and Tar as a cure for stubborn rheumatic issues. Several garbled names and phrases appear, mentioning people and firms like Mulltord & Co and Mercantille, but specifics remain unclear.
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Reiler
Jey
Mulltord & Co
Belgian hothouse peaches arrive in May at high prices
The Boston Herald notes Belgian hothouse peaches sold in May cost $24 a dozen early, then $18 mid May and $12 by late May or early June. The fruit is shipped six per box with cotton cushioning and each peach retains its stem and a twig section, giving each fruit a distinct appearance. Prices drop sharply around May 29 as Florida peaches approach.
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Boston Herald
Belgium
Alps
Florida
State Farmers Union Meeting in Columbia July 28
A call from State Farmers Union officers urges a large turnout for the convention to be held in Columbia on the fourth Wednesday in July, the 28th, with reduced rail rates applied. Delegates and good-standing members from all counties should attend as important matters will be discussed and organized effort urged.
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Columbia
State Farmers
State Union
The Comet Tail Predictions Stir Public Worry
A fragmented article discusses a comet whose tail is blamed for weather anomalies and fear of drought. It notes expectations of remarkable snows and storms, linking purported planetary effects to natural events and public anxiety. The piece emphasizes speculation over scientific certainty and warns against overinterpretation of celestial movements.
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Charlotta Civearver
Salen Lim
Arhide
Seena
Gometa
Mis Riounds and City Life Reported in East End Column
East End notes recount rumors and small events around the city routes and neighbors. Updates cover local editors, visitors, church services, social calls, and a warning tone toward crime with mixed personal notices and community chatter.
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