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Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1927

Page

2

National politics debate on religion liquor and enforcement

The article records Senator Bisase discussing religion, Catholic defense, and Democratic stance on liquor. He argues for enforcing existing laws, questions prohibition effectiveness, and notes personal views while pledging to serve constituents. He defends following the Volstead Act and speaks about enforcement and integrity.

United States Senate Bisase Wis Washington, D. C South Carolina

7250 Takes This Home on Sum merville Hill

A nearly new two story house on a prominent street in the Sum merville Hill area offers 3 bedrooms with hardwood floors and cedar colors. Features include a furnace and a large lot, with an asking price of 7250 and a note that duplication would cost 9500.

Summerville

The Woman a Man Likes and the World of Courtly Debate

An essay on male ideals of the ideal woman and the social expectations that define attractiveness. The article also features a political interview with Senator Blease praising Judge Carlile and discussing presidential nominating dynamics and the South Carolina Sunday blue law issue.

Mark L. Carlisle Spartanburg South Carolina United States White House Coolidge Senator McNary Oregon Blease North Carolina Gastonia Supreme Court Governor Richards

First Submarine Boats Used by Confederates at Charleston

Chester Confederate veteran Samuel B. Lathan recounts the first torpedo boats used in U.S. history aboard the Cigar Boat and the Fish Boat off Charleston in 1863 64. He details construction crew battles with the Union ironclad Ironsides and the Housatonic, noting Franklin's torpedo invention and later Fort Sumter events.

Charleston Sam Kluttz Chester Samuel B. Lathan Chester Carolinas Lathan Confederacy South Carolina Anderson United States Fort Moultrie Sullivan's Island Fort Sumter Washington Morris Island Major Anderson Lincoln War Department Jefferson Davis Beauregnard Bar Ashley River Glasswell Virginia United States Navy Ironsides Ahay Ashley Mt. Pleasant Benjamin Franklin

Press as interpreter not scavenger says O Connor

T P O Connor argues in commentary that journalism should interpret events and provide context rather than merely collecting sensational details. He urges reporters to guard accuracy, avoid baseless speculation, and present balanced analysis to serve the public understanding of crime stories.

Democratic Party Blease T. P. O’connor

Tex Rickard Bets On Victory In Sharkey Dempsey Fight

The Toledo Blade notes a wager placing Tex Rickard as the favorite to win the bout between Jak Dempsey and Jack Sharkey. The unspecific betting line marks Rickard as the favored party in the fight.

Jak Dempsey Jack Sharkey Tex Rickard Toledo Blade

Eyes Need Testing Before School Starts For Children

Dr A H Meredith urges parents to have children’s eyes examined before school begins. He notes one in four U S schoolchildren have defective vision and that unseen eye problems cause poor performance, headaches, and restlessness. A thorough exam can reveal the need for glasses and ensure full participation in study and play.

A. H. Meredith United States

White Pond row arrestee pays $100 fine

Ben Trowell, a colored man, was arrested for starting a disturbance at White Pond and for beating another man. He appeared before Magistrate O. L. Weeks at Windsor, chose a $100 fine over thirty days in jail, and paid the fine. Trowell has prior similar charges.

Ben Trowell White Pond O. L. Weeks Windsor Trowell

Graniteville Methodist Church to Open Pulpit This Sunday

Rev A B Ferguson Jr, pastor of St John Methodist Graniteville, returns from vacation to preach at Graniteville open door church. Service times: Sunday 11am and 7 45pm with Sunday School at 9 45 in the new religious education building. Visitors welcomed.

Graniteville Methodist Church A. B. Ferguson St. John Methodist Church Graniteville House of God Gate To Heaven Jesus Christ

Painless Entertaining Rules From Lilian Gunn

A McCalls summer hostess piece lists ten rules for easy entertaining. Plan meals ahead, stock a well stocked pantry, buy bakery breads, pre prepare meals, use simple breakfasts at the table, favor cold luncheon dishes, substitute supper for dinner at times, and enjoy varied outings like motor picnics. The article ends with a motivational line about thoughts shaping tomorrow.

Lilian Gunn McCall's

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