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Newspaper

Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Feb 01, 1924

Page

2

Quality cars demand costly facilities in Studebaker plan

The article notes high facility costs for quality cars, with 12,500 up to date machines and 15 coats of paint. It highlights premium materials like genuine leather and chase mohair linings, and mentions a velour alternative could save about two thirds of the cost. It emphasizes meticulous steel formulas and labor costs shaping the price.

Studebaker Ee. Isrvested Baker Enora Fide

Studebaker Cars Highlight Longevity and Quality

The advertisement extols Studebaker's long tradition of quality dating back 72 years and earlier when carriages defined the brand. It emphasizes complete finish, Timken bearings, sicker plated bumpers, extra wheels, and high resale promises while inviting comparisons with rivals. It notes historic spending and high service expectations, underscoring the brand's enduring standards.

Prices For Everyone At Convenient Factory Sale

All prices f o b factory terms to meet your convenience. The notice promises flexible terms and direct factory pricing for buyers seeking straightforward deals.

Tax Return Window Opens in Aiken County 1924

Notice from the Aiken County Auditor in December 1923 to residents to file real and personal property returns for 1924 between January 1 and February 20. Includes instructions on who must file, penalties, and a January precinct meeting plan to discuss township and school district divisions and potential new districts or special taxes.

Aiken County State OF South Carolina County of Aiken Aiken General Assembly South Carolina Tax Commission Sadees Seten

Clemson College President Dr. W M Riggs Dies in Washington

Dr Walter Merritt Riggs 61 died in Washington Tuesday night while attending a meeting of the Lord Grant College association executive committee. He led Clemson from 1896 teaching electrics engineering to acting president in 1911 and served in national engineering and educational roles. A committee met in Charlotte to escort his party to Calhoun. formal notices had not been issued.

W. M. Riggs Clemson College Washington Lord Grant College Association B. J. Hexdin Riggs Clerkon College Walter Merritt Riggs Orangeburg Alabama Polytechnic Institute Auburn Ala American Land Grant College Engineering Association France American Expeditionary Forces W. B. Blizzell Texas Agricultural College Association of Land Grant Colleges Clemson Charlotte Calhoun

Aiken County Post Plans Five Membership Drives

At the Plaza Cafe Monday night January 21 the Aiken County Post held a meeting of the American Legion to organize five membership drives for 1924. Dues are 3.00 yearly with allocations to National and Department HQ and a $1.00 share aiding ex servicemen. Elected officers included Dr. E Holbrook Wyman as Post Commander and Harold L. Carter as Post Adjutant. several members renewed dues during the session.

Aiken Harold L. Carter Department Treasury Legion Nicholas Alvanos Plaza Cafe Cal H. R. Ashhurst W. E. Clinkscales P. L. Nevil E. H. Wyman H. E. Holley Claus Busch G. A. Owens D. L. Alexander Royal Holley W. P. Sawyer B. R. Gantt Fred Skelton C. €. Welch L. D. Boone John W.ashhurst, Jr R. D. Courtney W. E.clinkscales P. H. Wright Cc. H. Farmer W. Q. Jones

Knights of Pythias Aiken Lodge Banquet Set for Monday

Aiken Lodge No. 25 Knights of Pythias announces its annual banquet next Monday at 8 p.m. in the Hotel Aiken. Members are urged to bring their wives or, if none, mothers sisters or sweethearts. The note highlights rising Pythianism and frequent rank conferrals. The event is highly anticipated by the lodge.

Aiken Lodge Knights of Pythias Aiken

Remarkable Cure Story for Mayr's Wonderful Remedy

A man recounts decades of colic and liver troubles ending after using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. He credits relief from catarrahal mucus and intestinal inflammation, claiming dramatic health gains and a full recovery. The ad notes money back at W J Platt & Co and druggists nationwide.

Mayr W. J. Platt & Co

Death of Mrs Amanda Tyler a longtime local resident

Mrs Amanda Tyler widow of Kay J Tyler died after a stroke in St Petersburg Florida and was brought to Aiken for burial. She was about seventy years old and had no children from either marriage. Her funeral was held at Talatha church with interment in Talatha cemetery conducted by Rev Jerome Morris.

Amanda Tyler Kay J. Tyler Aiken St. Petersburg Fla W. W. Holmes Tyler Amanda Lovelace Edgefield County Rufus Hamilton Gifter Mr. Tyler J. M. Holley Talatha Church Talatha Jerome Morris

Baptist Church Service and Talks Next Sunday

Next Sunday morning at 11 o clock Dr McLean speaks on The Hands of Jesus Sunday school at 3 45 p m B Y P U intermediate at 4 p m evening service at 730 with The Message of the Rainbow Wednesday at 730 p m church home night A welcome for everyone

McLean Jesus

Car found wrecked on Whiskey Road near Rye Patch

A Ford sedan was located overturned on its side near the Rye Patch cottage on Whiskey Road. The 1924 Georgia license tag 53516 was on the car but there was no trace of the owner or information about the accident.

Whiskey Road Rye Patch Cottage Geore

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Tomas Studebakera Oper Mark Spiebammeen Studebakers Eh T.S Royal Holley Motor Co Peter Eset Oe Court J. W. Ashhurst, Jr Sapter Dr. E. Holbrook Wyman Mr. Boyce Gantt Monetta W. R. McKennon Kay Tyler Baptist Church Service
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