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Newspaper
Aiken Recorder
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1907
Page
2
The Ikon Recorder, a Democratic newspaper edited by Arthur P. Ford, publishes on Thursdays. This edition dated March 28, 1997, highlights political commentary and community notices amid a semi-weekly schedule.
The Augusta cotton market shows strict law middling and middling levels with various items listed in country produce. Church notices cover Haptist Rev P J McLean services, Roman Catholic rites, St. John's, and Rev Jones parish activities plus social and personal notices about local residents and a death in Charleston.
On Tuesday evening Mrs. Amy Chant presented a highly enjoyable recital at the Hotel Park in the Pines. The program featured Doris Manley, Augene Field, John Davidson songs, Carmen selections, and pieces by Stanley Hawley and H. Brainard, with Mendon noted as a skilled musician and highly regarded entertainer.
The Enterprise editor from Sousa Virginia reports Tran nailed his foot the week before and applied Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. He states no inflammation followed and the wound healed. The ad claims the salve heals all sores and skin diseases and is guaranteed at Codirk Hall Drugstore in Loc.
The Barnard Villa in Me opposite the Gulf grounds, recently rented by Dolne Laird & Son to Mroth the Sideper of London, attracts the highest rental in Aiken. The exact current rent is not stated, but former railroad man J. 3. 1b paid $15,009 for it last season.
The text notes tourists start moving back north as winter visitors depart. It mentions trains and railway offices coordinating departures and predicts the northern route will see most visitors leave within weeks. The piece hints at a season shift and ongoing efforts to manage travel flow.
An old testimonial advertises Ayer's Cherry Pectoral for coughing and throat weakness. It claims the remedy soothes strengthens and heals, urging readers to consult their doctor, noting sixty years of use.
A passage notes many will stay until the middle or end of April, indicating continued residence beyond current dates and signaling a gradual departure window into spring.
Obituary notices report the death of C. C. Corbett a long time resident of Aiken after several weeks illness. His remains were moved to Trenton for interment. Also noted is the death in Atlanta of Mrs. Brown a longtime figure in Aiken family mentions a daughter and surviving kin. John William Chafee a prominent Augusta businessman and former pastor dies in New York after a sudden illness and his body to be brought to Augusta for interment. he leaves a wife and children and was highly respected.
Vague petitions under the new law seek a special election to decide if Gudererny County shall ban alcohol sales. Registrations are underway to determine eligible voters and address required procedures. the election is planned before May 1.
The Aiken County Dispensary invites sealed bids for a wide range of liquor and related goods including whiskey gin brandy rum and beer as well as case goods and supplies. Bids must comply with the 1907 Dispensary law and be received by April 8. The board may reject any bid and adjust quantities, with delivery and payment terms to be arranged.
The next regular examination for teacher qualification will be held at Atken on Friday April 8 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Examinations for candidates will be conducted under State Board of Education regulations.
The Supervisor's Office Aiken March 21 announces that a bedding bridge contract will be let to the lowest bidder. Details indicate a crossing known as Waters Wednesday and Runs erect with work starting at a specified day.
Fragmentary text shows a test line about Ly Tee Tie and a bet with Perry. Readable elements include two personal names and an implied wager. No clear events, dates, or outcomes are provided.
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