Carolina school appropriations rise. rail easing and local notices
A compilation from 1914 notes Carolina school appropriations increasing from 6.08 to 19.82 percent of total revenue while Smoky River receipts fall from 25.04 to 7.68 percent. It outlines paving progress in York County, ship service sale terms for the American Palmetto Line, and bids around $270,000. Other items report police charges, chamber of commerce steps, bank openings, a Supreme Court associate justice appointment, a fatal buggy accident, a synagogue contract, an orangeburg killing, and highway funding bids.
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Florence Farts and Acres Highlight Local Sale
The notice outlines a local land sale in Florence with prominent figures in the area. Details mention acres, prices, and the listing party, noting a target week for the event.
July Cotton Condition Report from American Cotton Association
St Matthews reports July 23 production forecast may shift with seasons and fruitage. Weevil infestation ranges from light to heavy, weather shows dry patterns except in Florida Louisiana Arkansas and Tennessee, and many regions face poor stands due to drought. Overall cotton acreage is largely poor with disappointing yields and potential early openings in widespread dry conditions.
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Stradivarius Violin Seized in Charleston Now in Rock Hill's Hands
The antique Stradivarius violin, claimed to be among the oldest in the country, is owned by J. J. Nicholson of Rock Hill. Legend ties it to Antonius Stradivarius and says British forces under Lord Cornwallis seized it near Charleston during the Revolutionary War. It allegedly passed to Mr. Carson in 1780 and then to Nicholson in 1820, remaining in excellent repair with the original inscription.
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Rock Hill
J. J. Nicholson
Antonius Stradivarius
Stradivarius
Lord Cornwallis
Mecklenburg County
N. C
Carson
Death of Wigfall Cheatham Stirred Edgefield Community
Edgcfield mourned Wigfall Cheatham after his death in Baltimore. He left behind decades of service to Edgefield through The Eocerrero Coroniere and faced uprooting from home life, with pneumonia hastening his passing amid deep personal disappointment. Edgefield friends sent prayers and lasting memories at the grave.
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Baltimore
Edgefield
Edge
Cheatham
Tis-Life
Eocerrero Coroniere
Golden Shore
Consider the Suitability of the Frock
A discussion on daytime and country wear favors simple, suitable outfits over elaborate formal styles. It stresses that current fashions prize fitness for purpose, with sport and resort clothes highlighting practical elegance, color, and washable silk fabrics.
Millie the cow sparks debate on value of purebreds
The article highlights Sensa tion's Mikado's Millie owned by Fred H. Young of Timmonsville South Carolina. It notes Millie produced vast milk and a calf valued at over 5000 dollars and argues that purebred sires create lasting value while scrubs produce little. It compares the calf to potential future offspring and urges eliminating scrub bulls.
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Millie
Fred H. Young
Timmonsville
Young
South Carolina
Nurlie
Senator Blease Owns Noted Bible Letter Sent to Charleston Pastor
United States Senator Cole L. Blease writes from Pendleton on July 26 1925 to Rev Dr George J Gongaware of St Luke's Charleston detailing that he owns a Tyndale New Testament purchased in 1915. The letter describes the back page notes and a 1526 English translation history amid personal remarks and past speeches.
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Cole L. Blease
George J. Gongaware
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Pendleton
South Carolina
St. Luke's Lutheran Church
Tyndle
London
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Jesus Christ
William Tyndale
George Offer
Henry the Eight
Sir T. Moore
Lord Cromwell
Samuel Bagster
Tyndale
Pomaria
Filbert
Mute Girl Speaks After Sister Dies in Pickens County
In Pickens near Table Rock a 19 year old mute daughter spoke for the first time as her younger mute sister was being placed in a casket She declared The baby is dead The baby is dead The elder has not spoken since family members report astonishment at the event The younger sister had been ill about two weeks prior to death
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Pickens
Pickens County
J. M. McJunkin
Table Root
Three Campbell Brothers Charged in Spartanburg Murder Indictment
Ed Campbell Jr Charlie Campbell and Pinckney Campbell face an indictment in Spartanburg for the murder of David in a case surrounding a triple set of charges.
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Charlie
Pinckney Campbell
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David
Mrs Catt War Talk Seen as Mission in World
A clipped quotation from the Houston Post-Dispatch argues that Mrs. Catt believes war can be talked to death, suggesting her mission in the world and urging continuation of her work. The piece comments on public figures and adds a wry note about others.
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