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Newspaper

Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1925

Page

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W W Long Addresses Kiwanis on South Carolina Agriculture

Dr. W W Long spoke to Kiwanians on the agr icultural outlook for South Carolina. He noted past deflation and flood years, bank failures, and lingering overburdened finances since 1920, but said prospects improved with potential cotton yields and stronger exports. He urged continued weevil control and noted higher purchasing power for crops, despite grain and cotton shortages.

Dr. Long South Carolina Kiwanians

South Carolina Farmers Urged to Fight Weevils and Boost Poultry

The article urges active use of calcium arsenate to control the weevil in cotton and warns against complacency. It cites hog shortages and high pork prices, advocates Clemson College dairy guidance, and promotes establishing flocks of 100 to 200 hens and a home orchard. It notes demonstrations showing profits, manure value, and acid phosphate use.

Tepedre South Carolina United States J. P. McMaster Clemson College Uth Carolina Bueness

There is more to farming than making money by running a farm

The article notes farming involves more than profit and hints at broader aims of better farming, with a continuation on page four.

Dr E W Sikes to Speak at Aiken Kiwanis Ladies Night

Next Friday March 20 Dr E W Sikes district governor of the Kiwanis and head of Coker College Hartsville and newly elected president of Clemson College will be guest of honor at the Aiken Kiwanis Club Ladies Night. The wet jurors for the second week of Civil Court in Aiken County were drawn Tuesday listing numerous jurors from Langley Bath North Augusta and nearby areas.

E W. Sikes Kiwanians Coker College Hartsville Clemson College Aiken Kiwanis Club S’kes South Carolina Aiken County R. C. Holsonback Langley N. Anderson Otts E. H. Seigler Lybrands FL. Dowdy Larney Clarence Brodie T. T. Rawls Seivert Monroe Barton Warrenville J. G. Cook W. Bryant A. B. Beard Clearwater FE. Owens Bath A. C. Haskell North Augusta R. F J. C. Jones Oak Grove R. D. Mays Ellenton Hood Lowe L. P. Cullum, Jr Perry James A. Carr George Lamar Page & Hankinson A. L. Reynolds J. 3 Kirkland Lybrarids RB. L. Gunter Salley Charlie Fox M. L. Brodie, Jr Salley Carr Heffrer A. McEmurray Pare & Hankinger Flood Asserv Hiram Scott Windsor

Vuriptias Decalogue Ad Churca Sermon Series

Wr McLean delivers the fourth sermon in the series Ine Rule of Life with subject Ine Caristian Deca iomue. Sunday school at 9:45 J. 2. Shuler superintendent Havering wor Suipal sao. Song service and echo singing featured. Pastor will preach on the Judgment Day. A welcome for everyone at tats enuren.

Ad Churca McLean Shuler Havering

Robbery at Eureka Store Reported as Cash Stolen

Ed Leppard store in Eureka was robbed Monday with about 20 to 50 dollars taken from the cash drawer. Mrs. Leppard was away at her home nearby when the theft occurred. Suspicion falls on two African American men seen lingering near the store earlier in the morning.

Ed Leppard Eureka

J L Tyler Dies at Home in Windsor after Long Life

J L Tyler a longtime Windsor resident died at his home Thursday of last week at about age 70 to 75 He was a Confederate veteran and a member of the Methodist church Surviving are his widow four sons and three daughters with relatives in Aiken Williston Chicago Atlanta and Lakeland The funeral was held Friday at Treadway Baptist church

J. L. Tyler Windsor Tyler Methodist Church Aroacna Prothro J. D. Prothro Aiken W. E. Prothro Williston Gerald Tyler Newee Willie Tyler Colorado Care Tyler Chicago Wallace Tyler Atlanta P. J. Livingston Kitchings Mill Wade Dicks Louise Johnson Pia Treadway Baptist Church

Hickory Grove toddler Louis Walker dies in Augusta hospital

Louis Walker two year old son of Mr and Mrs J W Walker of Hickory Grove died last Sunday in a Augusta hospital. Funeral arrangements are pending with local relatives notified.

Louis Walker J. W. Walker Hickory Grove Augusta

Byrnes Bids Farewell to Second District in Public Letter

James F Byrnes expresses gratitude to the Second Congressional District as his fourteen year term ends. He credits supporters and secretary Henry B Hare for his service and announces a planned move to Spartanburg to pursue business while inviting constituents to visit.

Ond Henry B. Hare Spartanburg James F. Byrnes

Marguerite Ringo to Sing for Aiken Library Fund

Noted soprano Marguerite Ringo will perform in concert at the Aiken Library Memorial Fund benefit on a Wednesday evening in March. The event features prominent patrons and honors the local memory while highlighting Ringo’s acclaimed voice and versatile repertoire.

Marguerite Ringo Library Fund Aiken J. Flyer Migron Pinckney Brown Clarence Dolan Walter Duncan Maria Edgerton BM Grace Frank P. Henderson Thomas Hitchcock C. Oliverlin P. J

Notable Voice Praises From Havana Night Club

La Noche in Havana Cuba features Marguerite Birgo described as a beautiful young woman with a powerful, agreeable voice. Critics laud her aria as splendid with notable style, noting fate and charm in performance.

Township Tax Assessors Appointed by Governor McLeod

Governor McLeod names the Township Boards of Assessors for Ai ken County. The list includes Ai ken City Ged dings W W Edgerton J W Ashhurst and many township members across Chinquipin Giddy Swamp Hammond Langley McTier Millbrook Rocky Grove Rocky Springs Shultz Shaw Silverton Tabernacle Wagener Windsor and others. Clerks urge timely oaths and return to the Clerk of Court.

McLeod Aiken County T T. Cushman Aiken City Geddings W. W. Edgerton J. W. Ashhurst Aiken Township J. D. Prothro Johnson L. M. Arthur Aiken Chinquipin G. B. Cate William Cato Albert Asbill Monetta Giddy Swamp J. O. Hays George S. Bagiott Lloyd Gunter Wagener Gregg L. Wise Edgar Couch W. A. Parker Graniteville Hammond Township R. L. McElmurray A. G. Murray B. Warres Langley John W. Demean Banks Gunter John Chafee McTier Charlie Fox J. M. Ready L. E. Lott Earle Millbrook R. B. R. Armrene Windsor M. T. Halley G. L. Weeks Montmorenci Rocky Grove M. RB. Bolyston J. A. S. Price Salley John Hickman Springfield Rocky M. F. Wharton J. FE. Timmerman Eureka Silverton Township Henry L Lake Reech Island Thomas I&s Donbar Harry Fanning Everton Green, Jr Talatha B. Weeks Frank Weathersbee Elkenton Tabernacle Township J. Buehee Tha

City Council Handles Fountain Care and Drainage Plan

At the monthly meeting the Civic League was assigned fountain duties in the square by Mrs. Oliver Iselin. A Charlotte engineer spoke on a city drainage plan but no action. A Red Cross committee received $600 for immediate aid. The finance report showed $18,469.39 on hand after $6,060.50 in expenditures. Police reported 50 arrests in February, 12 convictions, and $652.25 in fines.

Civic League Oliver Iselin Brooker Charlotte Councl Red Cross Miance Committee

Beautiful Pantome 4 at Baptist Church Inspires

A Sunday night service at the Baptist church ended in a dramatic candle glow as the Sunday school room doors opened to reveal a white cross. Elisabeth Lowe performed a pantomime hymn "Rock of Ages" while Marrie George sang with Susie George at the piano, creating a memorable spiritual moment.

Baptist Church Elisabeth Lowe Marrie George Susie George

Dr John A Clifton Sentenced for Narcotics Violation

Dr John A Clifton of Orangeburg was convicted in U S Court at Florence on a guilty plea to violating the narcotic act and sentenced to pay a $1000 fine or serve 90 days in the Aiken County jail.

John A. Clifton Orangeburg Florence Aiken County

Sil ver Cup Nine-Hole Putting Contest at Highland Park

A nine hole putting contest at Highland Park Hotel produced a winner, Mr Ames, with 15 strokes. Mrs Strawbridge and Mr McGinn tied for second at 17, with no playoff as Mr McGinn stepped aside to let Mrs Strawbridge share second place.

Highland Park Hotel Mr. Ames

Florida arrest brings back Aiken County suspect

Shariff Howard was sent to Fernandina Florida to extradite A. D. Wallace alias Jack Wheatley who ran a filling station for Walter Plunkett at Stiefeltown and allegedly misappropriated funds. A warrant had been issued for his arrest and Wallace was captured in Florida.

Shariff Howard Fernandina Fla Aiken County A. D. Wallace Jack Wheatley Walter Plunkett Stiefeltown Wallace Florida City

Mrs Weeks Is Gravely Ill At Home

Mrs Oscar Weeks is critically ill at her White Pond home after several days of double pneumonia. Friends convey grave fears for her condition.

Weeks Oscar Weeks White Pond

Annual Rummage Sale for Dibble Library Fund

The annual rummage sale will be held on March 31 at Titanian Hall to benefit the Dibble Memorial Library Fund. Organizers expect a large sum from the sale and urge community participation.

Dibble Memorial Library Fund Titanian Hall

Flower Show At Rose Hill In Aiken This Afternoon

The Garden Club of Aiken hosts a flower show this afternoon at 4 o'clock at Rose Hill, the home of Mrs. Sheffield Phelps. Admission is free.

Garden Club Aiken Rose Hill

Aiken Gun Club Holds Twenty-Sixth Annual Meet

The twenty sixth annual meet of the Aiton Gun Club runs March 16 to 21 and will attract many prominent participants from across the country.

Aiken Gun Club Aiton Gun Club

unclear text fragment about a prominent club and concert venues

fragmentary OCR text mentions well known clubs and concert courses and Cuban appearances, but lacks coherent details or identifiable names or events to summarize. The item reads like partial notes rather than a complete report.

Langley to Consider Modern High School Building

A Langley meeting discussed plans for a new brick and hollow tile high school costing about 35 000 to serve Bath Gloverville Clearwater and Pine Forest pupils now attending Langley. The project aims to relieve crowded classes and preserve the Langley auditorium for classrooms aided by the 640 1 law and a six months term funding.

Langley Bath Loreley Hugc Gloverville Clearwater Pire Forest Cock H. Seigler J. RK. Parker Niko Farscome Crowth Wes Langley Manufacturing Company Archool Respond

Tickets on sale for Marguerite concert at Aiken Library

Tickets for the Marguerite concert will be sold at the Aiken Library on Monday Tuesday and Wednesday during morning and afternoon slots 10:30 a.m. 11 o'clock and 3:50 to 5 p.m. in the afternoon.

Marguerite 'Iage Aiken

Colored School Children Observe Field Day in Aiken

About 2 000 colored school children enjoyed field day in Aiken with a long parade through city streets. Twenty four colored schools were represented and Chime Bells school won the main event on the grounds of the Aiken colored graded school. Indoor exercises showed good training and the county’s colored people earned praise for their efforts.

Aiken Chime Bells School Fairfield Street

Schuitz Township Agricultural Club Meets With Seed Talk

The Schuitz Township Agricultural club held a Wednesday meeting at the clubhouse. C. B. Carberry of Spartanburg Clemson College spoke on the survey of Better Seed, sharing valuable insights. A barbecue dinner was served.

Schuitz Township Agricultural Club C. B. Carberry Spartanburg Clemson College

Children of the Economy Home Sing in Aiken Sunday

Children from the Economy Home will sing at different churches in Aiken on Sunday. Mrs. Wyman P. Woodward is spending the weekend in Charleston.

Aiken Wyman P. Woodward Charleston

Mrs Albert Ro Pentaine Dead in Augusta

Mrs. Albert Ro Pentaine of Belvedere Augusta died Tuesday after a brief illness. Funeral services were held at the residence of Mrs. Jo ee Storie Belvedere Wednesday at 2 p.m. Interment in Jangley cemetery. Survivors include husband W A Fontaine four daughters and one son. She was born at Willistor and had lived in Belvedere five years. She was a member of Belvedere Christian church.

Albert Ro Pentaine Moni Bugatoth Fontaine Assert Rowland Montaine Augusta Jo Ee Belvedere Jangley W Andlereen M. L. An

Cake and Cardy Fray Set For March Sale

A sale is scheduled for March 1 in the Cake and Cardy Fray area with an afternoon session. Officials note the event will proceed regardless of weather and invite local residents to attend.

Easter Offering Fee Question Sparks Confusion

An unclear note asks if the Easter offering is the fourth, prompting questions about the correct fee. No further details or context are provided.

Wagener Firm Loses Storehouse to Fire

Wagener residents awoke Saturday to a blaze at the Brodie & Brodie store. The wooden building burned quickly, destroying Mrs. Waite’s upper-story furniture and clothing in the rear press ing club. Brodie & Brodie operated a modern grocery and market with stock partially insured. The fire removes a landmark set to be replaced by a brick structure.

Death of John James Wise Near Augusta

John James Wise aged 50, a native of Aiken county and member of a well known family, died at his residence near Augusta. Funeral services were held. he was survived by his widow Mrs. Davis Wise and three sons C. W. Ay Wise of Charlotte, J. D. Wise of North Augusta, and W. H. Wise of Augusta, plus four daughters.

John James We Aiken County Augusta Williston Davis Mra CW. Ay i Charlotte S.C FT Wise North Augusta W. H. Wise

Death of Ruthedee Woodward at White Pond

Ruthedee Woodward well known to Ruthedee Woodward died at his home in White Pond at 1 30 am after a long illness. He was 40, son of the late John Woodward of Montmorenci. Survived by widow Mrs Della Scott Woodward, mother Mrs Hattie Woodward, two sisters Maude and Laurine, two brothers Eugene and Monroe, and others including James Woodward of the Aiken police and Theodore Woodward of Statesboro. Funeral at Montmorenci Baptist church conducted by Dr W M Jones, interment in family plot.

Ruthedee Woodward Rhrousynout White Per John Woodward Montmorent Woodward Della Scott Woodward White Pond Hattie Woodward Montmorenci Maude Laurine Woodward Eugene Monroe Woodward Samuel Scott Valle Cricls N. Y James Woodward Aiken Theodore Woodward Statesboro N.C Montmorenci Baptist Church

Cottages Taken Recently in Port City Listings

Ogden L. Mills of New York and W. W. Williams move into The Oaks while F H Bonticou of New York takes Whisperines Pines and Fosdick cottage in Fosdick area Newark.

Ogden L. Mills New York W. W. Williams F. H. Bonticou Whisperines Pines Paulding Fosdick Newark Fosck

Henry F. Schwartz at the Palmetto Inn

Henry F. Schwartz of New York is noted in reference to his stay at the Palmetto Inn.

Henry F. Schwartz New York Palmetto Inn

Also Mentioned on This Page

W. W. Long Kiwanis Meeting E. W. Sikes Jury Prtip Roel Perrys Ake Sale Ladies’ Auxiliary of the Baptist Caureu Malis Pharmacy Vuriptias Byrnes Iken Kentucky Jockey Club Harry Payne Whitney Joyce Cottage Mr. Whitney Candy Kid Courageous Backbone William Zeigler Eben M. Byers Martin Akes Derby Louisville Chirchill Europe Yuerite Ringe Los Angeles Oakland California Boston Los An Marguerite Kingo BPTI Ron, Hh ‘Ox and Mrs. Conver Township Boards of Tax Assessors Hopewell Township J. E. Starnes J. Harry Hydrick A. Q. Shealey Florida Cuba Assi Henry Minor Greenwood County Arthur Sheppar Minor Marriead Ua H Gall Greenwood Laws Wagener Firm LOSFS John James Wise Futledes Woodward
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