07 Aug 1925
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1925
Page
1
By Wavres E Dirrtaw a fragmentary OCR item appears to reference have clean records and counties with uncertain attribution. The readable text is limited to a partial headline style line suggesting a political or civic focus. Further details are not discernible from the fragment.
A historical article notes 46 counties with murder cases pending, 150 cases overall, 92 carried over from prior terms and 41 docketed since the latest term. It argues that many white-murder convictions are rare, cites the Bigham case, and contrasts SC with England and Chicago in murder rates. It laments slow justice, calls life cheap, and recalls multiple family homicide cases.
An attempted jail delivery was foiled late Monday when jailor Rupert W. Taylor discovered sixteen prisoners plotting an escape. Levey Mims of Mdgeheld is suspected of leading the plot. Two bars and outer window fittings were sawed. the escape plan unraveled after a beam fell. Prisoners were removed from the cordon and confined in cells, with the alleged ringleader held.
Senator Smith and Congressman Hare headlined events in Mikes county with talks on cooperation. A public gathering at the east lie at 4 arlock hosted by the South Carolina Cotton Growers Association drew residents including Cynere and Hare addressing cadets at Camp Riwanis. The courthouse session welcomes the unaffiliated public and emphasizes open attendance.
J T Tarver purchased a small parcel on the west side of Williamsburg Street from real estate agent Lal Wednesday and Brooks Boylston. The property measures 755150 feet.
The text notes George Etote and Uhomas Morgan chosen as instructors for Camp Ager this summer. It mentions Capt. None as captain of the Yale Water Polo team and that their services are contributed to the boys camp by Ameritza Red Cross headquarters.
Aiken county celebrates 13 adult schools with about 100 enrolled. Commencement will be held Saturday August 15 at 1 o clock in the courthouse. Programs include devotion, songs, prizes for largest, best average, and greatest representation, with pupil talks on “What the School Has Meant to Me.” Judges include J. L. Tope, Miss Wit Lou Gray, and Miss Mary Ava Hite.
Aiken County votes set the levy at 38 mills for the current year an increase from last year to cover growing appropriations and deficits. Local school and bridge districts add special levies, with some areas pushing toward higher rates, while overall state levy proportions remain constrained.
Aiken community records praise for young Mrankive Pitchenck and Nis Thos Hitcheach for early injuries and potential. The pair are noted as improving players with ties to Aiken properties and seen as among the best youth charts, reflecting local enthusiasm for developing talent.
C Wardlaw Moorman of The Soutth Carolina Gazette based in Columbia was in Aiken on business Wednesday, continuing his reporting assignments.
The following statement gives some results of the 1925 farm census for Aiken County South Carolina with comparative data for 1920. The 1925 figures are preliminary and subject to correction. Notes on races cattle and livestock two years old and older. Skins and gifts for breeding purposes six months old and over. None: Similar statements or other counts are available will be tested as...
A new automobile accessories firm, Jay-Aba Chevrolet Corp, plans a May opening at the former Buick site on Hayne Avenue. The firm, with Jimper and Jol McBlrath among leaders, will offer a complete line of parts and will operate from a well equipped showroom and shop.
A municipal committee debated issuing bonds to finance planned city improvements. The proposed $250,000 bond package centers on taxation and property assessments, with estimates suggesting impact on property values around $62,000,900 for the Aiken district.
A distorted entry outlines Opportunity Schools at Anderson and Dag Weet for women at Ailersit Cotlewe and for orphans Missines attendances noted. Mention of Methodist and Baptist ties, a returned architect, and various names. Reopening plans discussed with students and staff referenced through garbled lines.
A partially readable notice notes civic leaders inviting visitors to meet boys at James Wert cultural clubs, with names like Cowan and Riwkinis appearing as organizers or participants amid unclear phrasing about events and agendas.
Jamey Dozier, secretary of the Viewarel of Public Welfare in Columbia, visited Aiken on Wednesday to investigate the fee scholar function controlled by the board.
A local gathering at Carep Kiwaisis featured Rev A B Foyuce and Sheriff Howard tribute to law and order. The event proposed a monument on courthouse grounds, withMrs McElmurray and the Aiken county club noting camp activities by Rathwood to boost community spirit. Mentions of Kiwanis picnic, county girls camp, and awards for basketry and crafts framed the proceedings.
A Sunday service at St Jean Melledice Church in Cranieuille featured Rev. Vor speaking on faith and public life. The evening worship included a sermon, prayers, and notices as Eyogeang residents gathered, with a central message about community and renewal.
Thary DL Calhoun, state commander of Confederate Veterans of South Carolina, writes from Columbia headquarters seeking funds for a Stone Mountain Confederate Memorial gift. The letter requests distribution of memorial dollars and discusses supportive efforts from veterans groups in the region.
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