Political speculation swirls over Jones gubernatorial bid
The article notes strong talk about whether Mr. Jones will run for governor or the U S Senate and how his decision could affect South Carolina highway bond issues. It discusses potential impacts on party unity, legislative support, and the highway program, with no firm announcement expected before a state convention.
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Mir
Jemes
Hig
Jones
United States
Jorie
Siiil
South Carolina Supreme Court
Ul Os Supreme Court
Thee Sry
South Carolina
Aimee
Aed
Textile mills curtail operations across the belt
Mills in Langley operate four days per week, Bath and Clear Water also four days, Graniteville with possible summer curtailment. With warehouses full and a weak market, textile plants face reduced running time. In Shartanburg and Piedmont counties many cotton mills now run every other week throughout the summer.
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Tt Fa
Langley
Bath and
Clearwater
Graniteville
Shartanburg
Piedmont
Green and Sanders Acquitted of Murder
Lee Green and B D Sanders were acquitted after a murder trial tied to a cold rainy night in 1927. The jury failed to reach a verdict on the charge of firing into a car that failed a man escape, with others tried for related offenses in the same proceeding.
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Lee Green
B.D. Sanders
Bates
General Pensions Court
Sear Smith
Frank Green
Praester
Womantha
Tsaiah Cumming
Court of General Sessions
Hlayne FL Riew
Johnston Campaign Diatribe Opens His Bid for Governor
Fragmented OCR depicts Johnston of Spartanburg attacking Governor Werte and urging a bond plan to place debt on the people without a vote. The piece frames his campaign rhetoric and calls for broad support as he enters the race for governor.
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Johnston
Ion Chawaeterienns
Spartanburg
Eevet
Ion UN
Naricory Saturagy Mioght
Fr Woutrle
Serre
Getty
Lewis Bradwell Turns 77 Amid Long Life and Riots
The Standard notes Lewis Bradwell reaches age seventy seven with a life that spans early work in a wagon line, a period in Ellenton during riot years, and a later reunion with a longtime friend. Family and friends extend birthday greetings and best wishes for many more years.
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Bradwell
Parr
Eeevank
Ken
Ceil
Dorchester
Hone
Nin
Ellenton
Norman Cullum in Fine Address Ceremony Tribute to Soldiers
Young attorney Norman Cullum delivers a public address praising the soldiers and women of the Southern Confederacy, highlighting their courage and contributions. The speech reflects regional sentiment and honors military service within the community.
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Young Attorney
Confederacy
Seven Confederate Veterans Answer Roll Call at Aiken Institute
Seven penny-haired veterans of the Confederacy responded to roll call at Memorial Day exercises held Friday morning at the Aiken Institute. The slender group, aging and gray, attended after the next ceremonies and later joined a dinner at the Hotel Henderson hosted by the Edward Croft Chapter, Danyehtors of the Cuntedeorney.
Lever as Champion of the Hardpressed Ancestry Proclaimed
The piece reviews Revolutionary War figures and southern resolve, highlighting leaders like George Washington and southern volunteers. It notes debates on independence and honest government, praising endurance of farmers and soldiers who sought liberty and protections for their states. The article hints at continued discussion on page four.
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Washington
United States
Marni Isa
Minekney
Mt Bettt
Wrotanl
Eivil
Lima
Comeros
Mden¢Naeme
Ang
Adele
Raty
Donation boosts Aiken Hospital funds and plans
R Le Gunter, chair of the hospital auxiliary, announced a $5,000 foundation donation from Duke Foundation and a $3,341.68 gift from the Aiken Horse Show. The South Carolina Tax Commission waived admission tax on show receipts, enabling full proceeds to the hospital. An $825 gift from the Woman's Auxiliary added to the treasury, funding plaster work and future campaigns.
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Gunter
Hitchcock Woods
South’ Carolina
Shaw
Gueter
Jater Mertin
Fisherman’s License Scam Tops Gov Richards Story
A quixotic tale claims Gov. John G. Richards earned a fisherman’s license by reputation and a vivid imagination. An examiners’ board allegedly granted the license after theatrics and a mock oath, with a fanciful seal and bizarre conditions printed on the card.
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Gov. Richards
Heddon-Dowagiac
Columbia
Manning
John G. Richards
Ananias
Lin Tieted
C.K. Jones
Ananhas
Ming
Gulf Searey
Hayne Avenue Paving Project Reported in City Notes
Dispatch notes paving work planned for Hayne Avenue with several garbled lines suggesting a formal update. References to streets, dates, and local officials imply a municipal road improvement, while much of the text is unreadable or corrupted.
Negro Confesses to Wrecker Murder in State Prison Case
Leroy Jackson, a suspect in the Wrecs token case, confessed Wednesday afternoon to the killing after an attempted siege at the scene. He implicated Eph Jones and another inmate, leading to their transfer to the state penitentiary for safekeeping while a special indictment may be sought.
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Leroy Jacknon
Hartigal
Amd
Howard
Columbia
Eph Jone
Jackson
Manhunt and arrest linked to assault of a child in three counties
A violent incident targeting a five year old white girl sparked a statewide manhunt between Stiefeltown and Graniteville. Eph Jones and Leroy Jackson were later sent to the state penitentiary after being hurried to Columbia. About sixty suspects were rounded up for investigation while the search continued through the day, with Sheriff Z P Howard coordinating efforts and a bloodhound search aiding the pursuit.
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Harrigal’s Mill
Stiefeltown
Graniteville
Z. P. Howard
Heavard
Eocup
Tibet
Weite
Athens
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Aiken Institute
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