Local items in Aiken reflect town life and events
The Aiken Recorder reports community notices and updates: a Langley marriage of A. K. Corley to Miss Mary Harden, Dr. Teague returning from Florida, and Y M C A meeting led by J Hankinson Jr. The Bon-Air Hotel opens for the season. civic events include a water works contract vote and a Sunday school picnic in Wagener.
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A. K. Corley
Langley
Mary Harden
C. A. Teague
Graniteville
Florida
J. Hankinson
Messrs. Felner Gunter
Gi. R R. Baggot
J. A. Gunter
D. A. Bandifer
O. E. Gunter
J. A. Bell
Tabernacle Church
Ivy
Southern Baptist Convention
Atlanta
Gla
Wm. J. Craig
Shellman
Central Railroad
Port Meval
Augusta
Port Roya
Western
Long Island N.Y
Pine
Croft's
Salve Advertisement for Skin Ailments by W J Platt
An 19th century style advertises a universal salve claimed to heal cuts bruises sores ulcers fevers sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and skin eruptions. The vendor W J Platt guarantees satisfaction or money refunded with price per box at 25 cents.
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W. J. Platt
Perfect Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil with Hypophosphites Ad
The product offers a pleasant cod liver oil intake with creamy texture and lime soda hypophosphites. Marketed for coughs and colds for children and adults. Sold by all druggists at 25 cents a bottle. For sale by H W Hall and W J Platt druggists Aiken SC.
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McBride
All Ruggists
H.W. Hall
W. J Platt
Aiken
J A Rives & Co Advertises Dry Goods Amid Hard Times
A compact notice describes J A Rives & Co offering dry goods and household articles to help customers cope with economic hardship. The ad touts wide selection and value in a challenging period.
Democratic party convention called for Aiken County
The Democratic executive committee calls a convention in the Aiken courthouse on the specified May date to reorganize the party, elect a county executive committee, delegates to the state convention in Columbia, and handle other proper business under party rules. Delegates are apportioned by twenty five members per delegate plus an extra for a majority fraction. no new clubs formed after August 10, 1800 are recognized.
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Democratic Party
Riker County
Willi
Aiker County
Leovse
Aiken
Isc
Coprsendon
Coolumbia
A. D
Witl
Jos T. Teaspoons
Chaurman Democratic
Varty
New England Magazine
Itia
Old England
Reuben G. Thwaites
Louis A. Holloman
Thieg
Horatio J. Per. My
The
New England Mbuigrasitie
Besderad St
Boston
Mass
Ladies Aid Society supper at Aiken Presbyterian Church
The Ladies Aid Societies of the Aiken Presbyterian Church will serve refreshments and supper next Tuesday afternoon and evening in the vacant store on the east side of Lawrens Street next to Mesert Powell Bros. Doors open at 5 o clock to accommodate children.
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Aiken Presbyterian Church
Lawrens St
Mesert. Powell Bros
Palmetto Rifles Inspected by Farley Council
Adjutant and Inspector General Farley led a Monday evening inspection of the Palmetto Rifles with 3 officers and 32 men present. Supper followed in the adjoining room. Col. C. F. Sawyer gave the welcome. Gen. Farley spoke as did Mr. John Gary Evans and others who were called upon and responded.
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Farley
Palmetto Rifles
Col
C. FE. Sawyer
Gen. Farley
John Gary Evans
W. G. Chafee
Hoh. Hall
BH. ‘Feague
Sherman and Brinson Lumber Firm Advertised in Augusta
The ad notes Messrs Sherman and Brinson, well known in the lumber trade, with extensive yards on McKinne Street Augusta. The new firm promises to fit orders satisfactorily and promptly, highlighting their large stock and experience.
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Messrs. Sherman & Brinson
McKinne Street
Augusta
Fire destroys farm dwelling near Montmorenci with losses
Mr Gaines Ashley's farm two miles from Montmorenci bore a severe fire Wednesday night. The house burned completely with only one furnished room holding clothes. Under the dwelling a large cellar contained 200 gallons of scuppernong wine, all burned. No insurance, total loss about 800 dollars for the house and wine. Fire origin unknown. suspected incendiary activity discussed.
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Gaines Ashley
Montmorenci
Mr. Ashley
Plow Stock Patent Rights Sold Across Four States
J P Weathersbee bought the patent rights for a versatile plow stock extending through North Carolina South Carolina Virginia Maryland and the District of Columbia. Invented by T J Pariss of Chambers County Alabama the device fits various plows and adjusts to farmer or boy heights reducing need to buy new implements. Weathersbee will distribute calivers to farmers and sell farm rights at low prices. stock and plows are displayed and examined at his Park Avenue store.
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J. P. Weathersbee
North Carolina
South Carolina
Virginia
Maryland
District of Columbia
T. J. Pariss
Chambers County
Alabama
Weathershee
Park Avenue
Tory
Augusta Brick Trust Ends as Rutherford Company Exits
The trust of Augusta brick makers dissolves after W J Rutherford Co withdraws. The firm announces it is no longer part of the brick trust or any combination. They invite contractors and builders to contact them at the corner of Washington and Reynolds for brick prices, lime, and cement, boasting a 70,000 brick daily capacity and prompt fulfillment.
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Augusta
W. J. Rutherford& Co
Reynolds
W. J. Rurierroord & Co
Tragic Fall at Cornerstone YMCA Ceremony in Holyoke
A crowd at the Cornerstone YMCA event in Holyoke crowded a viewing area when a twenty foot long Henvylider collapsed under the weight of timbers. Merrick, twenty, son of Timothy Merrick, suffered multiple injuries including crushed legs and a severe head wound. Mrs. H R Terry, wife of a local official, and several others were seriously hurt.
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Holyoke
New Young Men's Christian Association
Merrick
Timothy Merrick
H.R. Terry
Hedley Faille National Muuk
H. Buash
Trearge Merrick
Susie Merrick
Daugher Helps From Illness After New Discovery
Mr and Mrs Loren Trescott of Sand Beach Michigan report their four year old daughter fell ill with measles and a dreadful cough then turbing fever. Doctors in Detroit treated her but she worsened until Dr Kings New Discovery cured her after using several bottles. The family praises the remedy bought at Yah Miatt s Drugstore.
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Loren Trescott
Sand Beach
Mich
Jane
Detroit
Bones
King
Ayah Miatt
Electric Bitters Promised Cure for Weakness and Headache
Patent medicine advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a remedy for tired feeling and sick headaches. It claims the tonic acts on liver stomach and kidneys to restore function and offers large bottles for sale with urging proof from a single trial.
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Girippe Tims
Edwards v. C A Ry Company court finds for defendant
In the April term of the Court of Common Pleas a jury ruled for the C A Railroad Company in the tithe case of Edwards versus the railroad. Mr and Mrs J H Edwards of Granvilleville sued for 6000 dollars claiming railroad embankment caused water damage to their store and residence. The trial lasted three days and was hotly contested.
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Edwards Ve
Court of Common Pleas
J. H. Edwards
Graniteville
Supreme Court Affirms Sullivan vs Susong Co Judgment
State Supreme Court affirms the circuit court in W E Sullivan vs Susong Co. Opinion by Melyer with McGowan dissent. In John Jordan vs Idella L Neese the circuit court judgment is reversed and remanded for further proceedings to carry out the court's view as announced.
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State Supreme Court
W. E. Sullivan
Susong & Co
Circuit Court
Melyer C. JL
McGowan A.J
John Jordan
Idella L. Neese
MeIver C. J
Woodward and Youmans Pair Wed in Barnwell
Andrew T. Woodward Esq. of Barnwell and Miss EMe Youmans eldest daughter of Col. Lo. W. Youmans were married on the 21st at the bride’s parents’ home with Rev. R. W. Lide officiating. Attendants and travel plans noted. couple to reside in East Bird cottage.
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Barnwell
Andrew T. Woodward
Eme
Lo. W. Youmans
R. W. Lide
Mamie Moore
Hampton
Frank Weston
Columbia
Lily Youmans
Fairfax
Solomon Brown
Hluckville
Lizzie Peterkin
Fort Motte
George Easterling
Annie Mai Morrell
Millett
Won. Thomas
Charleston
Nettie Hane
M_ RB
Canton
Bessie Waring
J. M. Barr
Bamberg
Woodward
Savannah
East Bird
Candidate Chas Carroll Simms For Solicitor
Announced by friends in Barnwell County praising his legal ability and honesty as a man. Simms, for the first time, allows his name to go before the people for any office and will meet citizens of Aiken County to address them during the campaign. They pledge to abide by Democratic primaries and support party nominees.
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Chas. Carroll Simms
Fay
Barnwell County
Simms
Aiken County
Friends announce John N. Hankinson for Clerk of Court
The Friends of John N. Hankinson announce his candidacy for Clerk of Court in Aiken County. He has shown steady service and earned the Democratic primary support with attentive work and proven effort.
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John N. Hankinson
Aiken County
Sawyer Seeks Reelection for County Commissioner
At the solicitation of many friends I announce my candidacy for reelection to the office of County Commissioner. I pledge to abide by the results of the Democratic primary. GkO. WL. Sawyer.
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Gko. WL. Sawyer
Atlantic Coast Line survey eyed for Orangeburg route
F G Garner chief engineer of the Atlantic Coast Line visits Orangeburg amid plans to survey a route from the Santee to a port near Orangeburg and open to Remini toward the Manchester and Augusta Railroad. Reports note the extension to Orangeburg is probable and may reach Augusta.
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F.G. Garner
Atlantic Coast Line
Orangeburg
Santee
Sumter
Neos and Courier
Remini
Manchester
Augusta
Sante River
Kmtts Koonsis
Ous
Augusty
Sheriff candidate Owen Alderman announces run in Aiken County
Aiken County voters are informed that Owen Alderman announces his candidacy for the office of Sheriff. He pledges to abide the result of the primary election and seeks the electorate's support.
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Aiken County
Owen
WESSELS Announces Candidacy for County Treasurer
County candidate Wessels declares run for County Treasurer in the Democratic primary. The filing signals a focus on fiscal oversight and local government finance.
Evans Announces Senate Candidacy to Windsor Democrats
The Windsor Democrats Club announces Hon John Gary Evans as a Senate candidate, praising his legislative service and pledging to abide the primary election result.
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John Gary Evans
Windsor
Democrats Club
Senate
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News and Courier
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Beech Island
Washington
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Eael
Hahn & Co
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Lyceum Hall
J.A. Rives & Co
Times
Prof
Whitman
Augusta Rowing Cougains
Church Entertainment
Alitile
Sir Ask H Mna
Pirpoctons
SE. Holley
Gaston I. ©. George, J.W. George
Aiken County Hedge and Wire Fence Company
Presidert
F. W. Wessels
Wiess Els
Supreme Court
Andrew LT. Wood
Eme Youmann
Hanan & Son's Shoes
L. Bradwell
Hanan & Son
Sherman & Brinson
Cor. Mckinne and
Walker Sts
Aucusta
the Coast Line
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Rives & Co
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Castora
J. U. Rives & Cin
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Atkett
Citvol Aiken
Hahn & Co.’S
Satis
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Insurance
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Wastisitens
Waakiae
Commission
John Laird
Vico
Mi Tobe
IC. Levy & CO
Tailor-Fit Clothiers
Co. Rosemond
Augusta, Georgia
ANE Aiken Fire and Ornamental Brick CO
Aitken, S.C
Spollinaris
Richushall, Varez Woentalds
Seltzer
Havanna
Key West
E. R. Schneider
Ti] and
Meyes Brand
Usta
New York
Yuss Nellie Purcell
Pancy
JET Jeweery
Ireet
Hore
Eipry
PANG
Water Abel
Aluusta
Pine Lolly
Montmorettes
Tiames Abhles
Vyas
WM. Turnbull
Carolina Midland
Ts St
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Brownell
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