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Newspaper
Abbeville Press And Banner
Location
Abbeville, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1908
Page
4
In a Abbeville town notice the writer discusses audience behavior at theaters, noting how some spectators jeer or shout during performances while others applaud appropriately. The piece examines the social dynamics of public entertainment and the impact of disruptive voices on the overall experience.
On Thursday night The Clansman was staged at the opera house with a sold crowd. Tickets ranged from 75 cents to $2.00, but no colored patrons attended and many attendees expressed approval of the production’s depiction of the Ku Klux Klan era.
A scrambled report from Anderson and surrounding areas shows strong talk that Bryan will win the presidential race, with Tait also favored in some papers. Voters in the district anticipate a Democratic win, while local items mention Methodist marriages, cotton prices, theatre visits, and a new post office construction in Greenwood.
Obituary for Joel Santin of Abbeville who died in Atlanta yesterday morning aged 75 after weeks of medical treatment. The piece notes his long career as a successful merchant, retirement with competence, and reputation for integrity. It praises his philanthropy, Presbyterian ties, and devotion to family.
A Yuma elder recounts a flood legend from Mexico describing a sudden sea rise, walls of water, water spouts, and a retreat to mountains. The sole mountain Aveenheliah remains visible, yet its height is said to be modest today. The tale links biblical themes to indigenous memory across centuries.
Fragmentary notes recount a bizarre tale of a mysterious boat touching a mountain, Indigenous guardians, and a flood myth. The entry references Cartwrights, Greenville, and World movements, with anecdotes about locals debating earth shape and ship lore.
A reflective reminiscence cites a mother’s enduring role in a son’s life. It evokes past era values, the pull of home, and the duty to honor parents before they fade from memory. It recalls a New York Herald note on affections and a famous anecdote about Samuel Johnson.
New York Herald reports on the use of city owned automobiles amid budget questions. Engineer James W. Reed of the Finance Department cites high maintenance costs and depreciation while noting most purchases were by the Board of Aldermen without public letting. He lists numerous departments using cars for varied purposes, including some for personal use, and questions the necessity of the many vehicle types.
South Carolina prepares for a lively fair with the Great Stroobel Air Ship attraction at the fair grounds, two ascensions daily, and no extra charge. Clemson Cadets will camp on site, military and band events planned, plus cheap round trip railroad rates and special trains for the week in October.
Washington Saturday report details a Public Health Service finding tracing a typhoid outbreak to a milk carrier in Georgetown and West Washington. Surgeon General Wyman notes 2 percent of recovered typhoid cases can shed bacilli while seemingly healthy, marking a key public health development.
Notice lists examination at Abbeville Court House on Friday October 29 and a marriage announcement for Sadie Britt and Dr. Paiag Mutha Faller at Mrs. Mollie Britt’s home on Wednesday October 28. Also a note from J Link offering flour discounts due to stock.
A South Carolina reader testimonial extols waterproof shoes lasting twelve months of hard wear and keeping feet dry. The ad then notes a price reduction to $3 to compete with cotton prices, followed by a probate notice in Abbeville County about the Latimer estate and executor William A. Latimer seeking debtor, creditor, and claim actions.
On the tenth day of October 1908 I will render a final account as Executor of the Estate of Stephen Latimer deceased at the Probate Court in Abbeville County at 10 o clock A M. All persons having claims against the estate must present them for payment on or before that date. W T Latimer surviving Executor. Ada L. Croom noted hotel proprietor from Vaughn Mississippi shares endorsement of Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs and colds with Speed’s drug store selling bottles. Additional local notes mention Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for sores and a few local advertisements for Dargan’s goods and gifts.
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