Augusta Road Rebuilt After Savannah River Crisis
The article recalls urgent response as highway forces from multiple counties raised and reinforced the Fifth Street approach into Augusta to avert danger from the rising Savannah River. It lauds the quick, heavy labor that saved the road and notes the effort was stronger than ever, with praise for those who carried out the work. It also references the Teepot Dome scandal and criticizes crime and public accountability.
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Augesta Ciicle
Pagsie Carolina
Savannah
Casein Road
Fifth Street
Augusta
Esonginaire
Alice
Uncle Sam Yellow in Debate Over Russia Italy
The piece contrasts U S attitudes toward Russia's rise as a world power and Mussolini's fascist Italy. It argues Uncle Sam tolerates fascist schooling while opposing Russia signing key antiwar accords, framing it as a test of mettle and pride. It criticizes Western leaders for double standards and calls out perceived yellow tendencies.
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Mussolini
Italy
Russia
Samuel
France
England
Sam
League Recognizes Nationalist China Nominee in China
The League of Nations endorses Dr Alfred Sue as China’s representative to the United States, aligning with the new Nationalist government. The act marks a diplomatic step in recognizing the regime and expanding formal channels between China and Western powers.
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United States
China
League of Nations
Alfred Sue
United Steten
Insurance in South Carolina News 1927 Figures and Officials
The piece outlines 1927 insurance data for South Carolina, totaling 29,891,192 in premiums across stock fire and marine, domestic mutual life and fire, fraternals, and miscellaneous sectors. It notes 411 operating companies, highlights a crackdown on insurance bootleggers and a bank-agency licensing ruling by Insurance Commissioner Sam B. King, and recalls a January 1781 London letter about early Carolina insurance efforts and proposals for establishing fire insurance offices.
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South Carolina
Niething
Sam. B. King
King
South
Carolina
Mutual Casualty
Mutual Assessment Life Companies
South Caro
Ind
King's Office
Bormestie
Domestic Life
South Carolina Gazette
W. G. Mazyck
Equitable Fire Insurance Company
Charleston
London
New York
New England
Greed Is Called Cause Of Strike By Langshaw
Walter H. Langshaw, president of a large New Bedford cotton mill, rejects a 10 percent wage cut as a remedy. He argues the cut saves less than a cent per yard and won’t boost demand, blaming overproduction amid reduced demand from fashion changes and silk use. He says wages are not the issue and calls for liquidating unprofitable plants while excluding goods sold below cost.
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Walter H. Langshaw
New-Bedford-th
Manufacturers’ Association
Langshaw
Ages the Key to Prosperity by Edward A Filene
Boston merchant Edward A Filene argues moose production and distribution raise consuming power via higher wages and lower prices. In 25 years manufactured goods output rose 91 percent per capita, boosting savings as purchasing power increased. Prosperity hinges on industry reinvesting profits to maintain balance. Then a humorous remark about hiring people closes the piece.
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Edward A. Filene
Boston
Money to Lend and Help Wanted in Aiken County
Money to lend on business and residential property in Aiken and farm lands. Herbert E. Gyles, Aiken, S. C. 11 5 If men wanted to run business in Aiken county make 7 to 10 dollars daily must have car. A 21 year old million dollar firm will extend credit to start. Lifetime job. Write First and Thomas, Dept. J. L. 10, Freeport, Il. FOR SALE second hand double beds mattresses springs and smart heaters. Also window shades. Apply Mrs. Walter Duncan.
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Aiken
Herbert E. Gyles
Aiken, S. C
MeNess
Aiken County
Thomas
Dept. J. L
Freeport
Walter Duncan
Perry Mias Sue AEN at revival with Eula Whetstone
The article notes a gathering with Miss Eula Whetstone and Rev. Maith at a revival service conducted by Rev. Vallerie Poole. Delegates from Bodie Adai School joined, plus mentions of Neslie Powder friends and relatives. A birthday dinner for OA Whetstone Jr. was held with candies lit, and several locals attended sermons led by a nine year old girl from New York City.
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Wagener
Beattice
Cepbert
Bula Whetstone
Guy
Leon ‘Whetstone
James Williamson
OA Whetstone, Jr
Blanche
Ruby’ Poole
Gertrude Whetstone
Elvin Argo
Noah Whetstone
New York City
Hansel Shoenberg
Misa Cleo Hydrick
Rosa Nell Davis
Margaret Hare
Thelma Whetstone
Olive
Beatrice Corbett
Revival Meeting at Shaw's Fork Church
Annual Shaw's Fork artist church gathering scheduled for Sunday August 26 at 8 p.m. with two daily services at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. featuring singing and gospel preaching. Locals from Foremanity urged to attend all services.
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Shaw's Fork
Cushman Seeks Re election On Proven Record
In a political ad Cushman proclaims his sixteen years as Clerk of Court and decades of service, citing balanced accounts and prompt payments to grand and petit jurors. He highlights endorsements from judges and compares experience to past long-serving officials, urging votes on August 28.
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John’ W. Dunbar
J.A. ‘M. Gardner
Aiken County
D. Gordon Baker
Henry Hammond
Othics
H. F. Rice
Dave Wise
Three Years Record of Sheriff Robinson in Aiken County
Sheriff Robinson presents a three year stewardship summary to Aiken County voters. He cites a true county valuation of about 30 million dollars, highlights raids on liquor dens, seizures totaling over 7.8 thousand dollars, and tax collections over 100 thousand dollars. He notes 366 raids, 540 arrests, and emphasizes commitment, honesty, and readiness for re election on March 28.
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Aiken County
Eta
Wilts
W County
Witam Tla
Forstrem Dt
Riker County
South
Carolina
South Carolina
Aiken
Columbia
Chan Gang
Carri
Les
Nellie Robinson
Pier
Athen County
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Henry M. Blackmer
Midwest
Blackmer
Uncle Sam
Kerensky
South “Carolinians Px
Lander
Ake Tnnurance
Saud
Treland
Aiken Standard
National Shoe Repair Co
Park Arenn
Jennie Britton Fox
Green ST. Augusta
The
American Bar Association
Themerican “Bar” Association
Cushman
Salley, D.C
Governor's Office
Graniteville
Sherief
Nollie-Robinson
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