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Abbeville Press And Banner

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Abbeville, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1914

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President Tells Envoys Huerta Must Be Eliminated

President Wilson told the American commissioners at Niagara Falls that settlement of the Mexican problem is a prerequisite to withdrawing U.S. forces from Vera Cruz. He urged acceptance of a provisional government to replace Huerta, with fair elections and reforms, while mediation heads toward a quick climax. Huerta reportedly ready to resign if a definite post-Huerta regime is agreed.

Washington Wilson Niagara Falls Ontario United States Vera Cruz Justice Lamar Supreme Court of the United States Frederick Lehmann H. Percival Dodge Huerta Pene Mexico Zapata Carranza Wuerta Mexico City Bryan Constitutionalist

Coker Named Reserve Board in Richmond Election

Delegates from a majority of Fifth Federal Reserve District member banks recommended for election to the Richmond reserve bank directors Group 2 B Coker a Hartsville merchant and farmer N C. The roster also lists Group 1 B Seay and Group 3 A Dreaiden along with other named officials. The composition divides 100 banks into Group 1 2 3 by capital and surplus brackets.

Richmond Fifth Federal Reserve District Richmond Reserve Bank National Exchange Bank of Thor George J. Seay John F. Bruton First National Bank of First National Bank of Wilson, N.C Group 2, Class B.—D. R. Coker Hartsville N. C Edwin Mann Dreaiden Bluefield W. Va James F. Oyater Washington, D.C Firth District

Wilson declines to speak at Arlington Memorial Day

President Wilson shuns Arlington National Cemetery for Memorial Day inviting a Grand Army of the Republic committee to interpret it as avoiding political image. He said he wished to speak there during his term but preferred not this year. A Mount Vernon report notes 129,000 visitors to Washington's tomb last year.

Artington Washington Wilson Arington National Cemetery Grand Army of the Republic Arlington

Oil for Fuel for the Navy

Washington May 18 The government commission including Indian Commissioner Sells and Lt Richardson of the navy left for a western trip to study a proposed pipeline from mid continent Oklahoma to the Gulf to supply fuel oil for the navy The panel has held hearings in Washington and the plan calls for government construction and operation of the pipeline The Diesel engine cited is the invention of a German scientist who reportedly killed himself last year and the engine units under discussion are described as very efficient with a cost around 250000

Washington Indian Commission Richardson Navy West Congress Oklahoma Gulf Louis

Better Outlook Stocks Pick Up

New York May 18 broad inquiry for stocks today and the market advanced above last week's level. Wall Street sees visions of better conditions with prospects for bumper crops as a basis for optimism. Trade authorities report hopeful signs though no concrete revival yet. foreign markets remained firm with London accepting large American share volumes.

New York Wall Street Washington London

Seed Sale Notice for Milford & Co

Seed sale notice lists cabbage and tomato seeds available at C A Milford and Company. Highlights include fresh stock for planting season and contact details for orders.

Landreth Milford’s C A, Milford & Co

Vanderbilt Schism Plans Reconsidered By Church South

In Oklahoma City the Methodist Episcopal Church South reconsidered its Saturday action severing Vanderbilt University from the church and directed a halt of the committee report. The plan envisions state and federal court action to enforce rights of patronizing conferences and views to transfer control to church patronizers. The conference also backed education committee plans, an endowment drive of 500000, and set laity rights for women as a next topic.

Oklahoma City Okla N. B. Harris Georgia General Conference The Methodist Episcopal Church, South Vanderbilt University Tennessee Supreme Court General Conference of the Church Board of Education Committee On Education General Board

Frank Case Probed by Grand Jury for Perjury Bribery

Judge Ben Hill urged a full grand jury inquiry into the Frank case in Atlanta. He warned to sift charges and countercharges of perjury and bribery by both defense and state, noting many names may deserve penitentiary terms if the statements are true.

Atlanta Ben Hill Superior Court Nen Grand Jury Frank

Tidwell Trial Opens in Greenville Murder Case

George W. Tidwell Sr. of Clinton goes on trial for the murder of Emmett Walker, paymaster of a local milling concern and well known socially. Defense contends Tidwell was temporarily insane after a home invasion, jury obtained, witnesses examined,Tidwell and his wife and daughter present in court.

Greenville George W. Tidwell Clinton Emmett Walker Tidwell Walker

Senators Debate Repeal of Toll Exemption Law

In Washington on May 18 Senator Sutherland of Utah condemned President Wilsons tolls exemption repeal proposal as subverting self respect and urged against repeal. He favored arbitration of the dispute, noting treaty obligations, while Senator Williams of Mississippi supported arbitration and urged action to show faith by work.

Washington Sutherland Utah Senate Wilson Congress Sutherlans Ka Wala Williams Mississippi Howe Willams

Proper Cultivation For Better Crop Results

Washington May 13 crop specialist urges immediate cultivation after planting. Begin with a weeder or section harrow across rows, then two more cultivations before regular cultivators. Early use improves land use, controls weeds, and speeds cotton and corn readiness.

Washington, D. C Department of Agriculture Boeing

Georgia Way Candidates Face Prosecution For Campaign Failures

Thirteen Fulton County primary candidates in Atlanta are liable for indictment due to failure to file sworn campaign expense statements. They were granted a brief grace period to file, and unless they do so immediately, criminal proceedings will be initiated in the criminal court.

Atlanta Tteir Fulton County Criminal Court

Golden Wax and Stringlese at Milford Company

Golden wax and stringlese beans are listed for sale by C. A. Milford & Co. The advertisement notes availability and pricing terms for these goods at the merchant’s location.

C. A. Milford & Co

Controversy Over Methods in Leo Frank Case

May 18 report from Atlanta on Judge Hill criticizing detectives for their methods in the Leo M. Frank case. Grand jury instructed to investigate witnesses and bribery claims. Frank verdict challenged amid claims of rule violations. Becker murder trial updates include new witnesses and anticipated defense presentation with Becker's wife expected to testify.

Leo M. Frank Atlanta Benjamin Hu! Hill Fulton County Grand Jury Mary Phagan Hill Frank

West End Social Notes From Abbeville Area

West End notes list residents and visitors including Mr John Lyon and two Greenwood guests with Mrs C J McMurray, Mrs John Brownlee and family visiting in Due West, and a long roster of local acquaintances. Mentions of church groups, illness updates for Prof. Cheatham, and local travels to Jacksonvill e Florida and Atlanta accompany remarks on new automobiles and local social events.

John Lyon James John Greenwood C. J. McMurray T. P. Quarios Eufaula Ala B.D. Dorgan John Brownlee Brownlee J. 4. Dickinson Brownled Womans Presbytery Dipper Lang Cane Church Benton Atlanta James Taggart Milas Earth Leach Trionda J.B. Musa Alf Lipou Due West Laval Millar Sill L. C. Parker Ladies Working Society The Episcopal Church RB. Cheatham W. W. Bradley Kane Bradley Elzabeth Jones Moriah Belle View W.W. Bradley Will» Lyon Anderson Barnwell Congressman Wyatt Aiken Washington J. R. Nichols Hodges McHenry Thomas Marchant Greenvilla Prestionpeed Pp. B. Speed Abbeville Handcoe Overland PB. Speed Overland Ford Annie Olemam Caroline Graves Greenwi W. R. Bradley John Kurahay Charleston Trinity Church Bramwell Alice N

Erskine College Commencement Events Planned

Commencement at Due West will feature May and June exercises for Erskine College and the Woman's College. David J. Burrell of New York City will deliver the sermons to the graduating classes. The Military Society hosts its annual celebration with a debating contest for the Burlington trophy. Diplomas will be awarded, and the colleges mark their seventy first anniversary with messages from college representatives. A banquet will close the events Tuesday night. A large crowd of alumni, former students, and visitors is expected.

Erskine College Woman’s College David J. Burrell New York City Mitirary Society Durlington Erakine Gallege Hunt

Watermelon Seed Branyl's Suttiesnake Sale Notice

Watermelon seeds and fruit sales advertised by Rykard dated 4 14 with evening hours and pricing details. The note references Water and Branyl’s product names and urges purchase at specified sale location.

Branyl Rykard

Senator Smith Defends Cotton Valuation Standards

Washington dispatch reports Senator E. D. Smith of South Carolina urging education for farmers in valuing cotton crops. He argued millions spent to boost output must be matched by knowledge of crop value, citing tests at Clemson and Danville showing minimal grade differences and urging fair pricing for growers.

Washington Senate E. D. Smith South Caroline Smith Oae Department of Agriculture Cattom Trom Gocc Mila Danville Clemson College Manty New England Utah Smoot

Duel at funeral leaves two dead in Gate City tragedy

Two Fort Blackmore merchants, Charles P. Harria and Henry Begley, were killed in a pistol duel at a funeral in Gate City yesterday. Witnesses report a quarrel stemming from a joke. Both men died of gunshot wounds to the heart.

Gate City Charles P. Harria Henry Begley Fort Blackmore

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