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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1928
Page
6
The Aiken Standard is published weekly by the Aiken Publishing Co with a 2.00 year in advance subscription. Walter E Duncan serves as President and Editor and C Alderman Duncan as Managing Editor, with second class matter status recorded at the Aiken post office in May 1915 under the 1879 act.
March 17 marks the anniversary of St Patrick 463 years after his death. The article recalls his captivity in Ireland, missionary work, and legends, noting the Shamrock symbol and 300 churches founded. It colors Saint Patrick’s Day with cultural remembrance and a Burns Day mood among Irish in America.
Florence News Review urges focus on county delegates to state convention and the Houston bound delegation. It laments poor turnout at county meetings and argues the process should start there rather than the presidential race.
Dr C W Kimmins told a woman’s luncheon club that henpecked husbands are the most delightful and childish, some merely hen protected, and that they live longer than nonhenpecked men. The remarks drew applause from wives and husbands alike. The Lancaster News notes the humorous tribute.
The piece discusses ongoing investigations and remarks on fertilizer and oil company pricing. It notes Senator Blease’s opposition to Al Smith while other South Carolina officials show varying positions. The Yorkville Enquirer and Chester Reporter comment on public office views and bipartisan commentary in a tense political climate.
A Camden Chronicle report states a man posing as Lord Beaverbrook, who specialized in marrying wealthy women to rob them, was convicted of grand larceny and sentenced by New York courts to ten years in prison.
The Greenville News comments on the slaying of Greenville Sheriff Sam Willis, quoting The Greensboro News which condemns the murder as brutal and immoral. It criticizes the state trial for failing to meet government obligations for truth and justice, calling the outcome a futility.
J Aldrich Hall purchases W E Prothro stake in Aiken Motor Co. and Prothro ceases to be a partner. Hall assumes all present outstanding debts liabilities and contracts of the firm at dissolution. Endorsed by J Aldrich Hall.
The Florence News Review hails the state highway commission and Chief Engineer Charles H. Moorefield for a thorough probe that redirected funds and restored public trust. The Yorkville anecdote about a deputy sheriff highlights local law enforcement tensions and a night of drinking, while the paper notes broader statewide impact of the probe.
Greenwood Index Journal urges quick action as the General Assembly nears adjournment. It pleads for lawmakers to avoid new special taxes this year, warning the state already relies on taxing systems that irritate residents and fuel outsider resentment.
The text argues taxes are manifold and urges relief from what it calls a special tax mania. It notes Britain faces resistance in adopting new government measures for India and hints at drastic actions like bomb planes to persuade survivors, while claiming obstacles inspire greatness.
The Annual Meeting of Stockholders of the Aiken Realty Company will be held at the office of Mr. F. A. M. Tabor on Richland Avenue in Aiken South Carolina on Monday March 19 1928 at 5 PM. Please attend in person or send a proxy. Mrs L E Hitchcock President. Aiken SC March 1 1928.
The Baptist Church deacons held a Monday night meeting with H G Anderson. Attendance was large and numerous matters were disposed of.
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