Gubernatorial race shaped by highway bond issue
The 1930 gubernatorial contest will hinge on the $65,000,000 highway bond issue and a Supreme Court ruling. J Lyles Glenn of Chester looms as a potential candidate with American Legion backing. other prospects include W A Butler, Blackwood, and Jones, but details remain unsettled as observers weigh the bond issue’s fate and party dynamics.
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Federal
J. Lyles Glenn
Chester
Glenn
American Legion
Supreme Court
Highweas Dovtelise
Twa Excentia i Markwoaod
Gre Solivg
Hh. Baten
Gatines
Didacibweee
Tae
Legiste
Butler
Chartes - Don
Mr. Butler
Blackword
Piedmont
Winan
Blackwood
Linn
Hackwood
Campagn
C2 EL Jones
Batesburg
Highway Commission
Jones
Ravernor
Jenea
Mrs Julia Peterkin Wins Best American Novel Award
Mrs Julia Peterkin receives the 1928 Pulitzer Prize for Scarlet Sister Mary, carrying a $1000 award. Columbia University trustees across New York choose the novel for its portrayal of American life, reflecting Peterkin’s shift from author to a noted writer. The Ft Motte, South Carolina author is celebrated for her vivid storytelling.
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South Carolina
Julia Peterkin
Columbia University
New York City
Pultzer
Ft Mott. S.C
Baccalaureate Sermon at Aiken Theatre Sunday
The baccalaureate sermon for Aiken Institute’s 46 graduates will be delivered Sunday morning at Aiken Theatre by Dr. Robert F. Kirkpatrick of Anderson First Presbyterian Church. He will also lead the Presbyterian service Sunday evening and stay as guest of L. Henderson, board of trustees chair.
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Aiken Institute
Aiken
Aiken Theatre
Treelark
Robert F.kirkpatrick
First Presbyterian Church of
Anderson
Kirkpunky
Presbyterian
Kirkpatrick
PL. Henderson
Elimvnant
Board of Trustees
Tie
Ran
Sity
Kathleen Tehyttt
Nearia Miler
Vivian Wale Tda Wolly
Ellenton Postoffice Looted by Daylight
The Ellenton postoffice was robbed in daylight by prowlers who entered the deserted office. Three men were held for questioning, including clerk Jelly Bangnal, as investigators pursued the spree theory while cash drawers and money orders were disturbed. Inspectors in Atlanta were notified and a representative was not expected to arrive immediately.
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Right
Atlanta
Cottage Sold in York Street Deal
Mrs M Ryean and Mrs Mary Tistes sold the Laird cottage on York Street to Myra N. Gladys Thayer of New York took the deal. Mrs Florence Taine noted the deal with Mrs Thare winter residence Tur Windows adjoins P property. Hon Fuglar A. Brown of Barnwtt was in Aiken Thursday on business.
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Fuglar A. Brown
Barnwtt
Aiken Tursday
Student Club A Factor In Community Welfare
A yearlong report on the Silent Chih club highlights its goals of literary study and local cooperation. Members emphasize personal and group development through activities benefiting the community, including fundraising events and a bridge party that supported loan funds. the effort is framed as fostering civic engagement and mutual aid.
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Arnweil
Dainean
Rps Sa
Convicts Make Good Get Away
A damaged report describes a jailbreak attempt by prisoners Glled with mh County vbtains Mouths sanyiiies for the Ath gann Ollie Petes Alfins Ollie Smith serving a seven year sentence for auto theft. The escape occurred Wednesday as guards moved them toward the vehicle, with the group fleeing toward Napier and later recaptured after a pursuit.
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Sanyiiies
Athgann
Ollie Petes
Alfins
Ollie Smith
Cardinceny
Gite Napier
Liett
H Napier Elder
Grady Whiddon Trial Progresses
The report outlines ongoing developments in the Grady Whiddon case with courtroom motions and defense arguments shaping next hearings. Details remain sparse but indicate continued proceedings and potential dates.
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Grady Whiddon
Quarter of a Century in Aiken Pastorate
Phillip Tew McLean, pastor of First Baptist Church in Aiken, marks twenty five years since accepting the call from Lancaster, Pa. A jubilee service and formal benediction are planned this month at the church with both morning and evening sessions announced.
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Aiken
Phillip
McLeaan
Rennet
First Baptist Church
McLewn
Aitken
Lancaster
Pee Rink Tees
Medaeun
Benihdomes
Amd
Heer
TMS Verenes UIC Tases Property Lom Penh
Fragmentary OCR item mentions TMS, Verens or Verenes, UIC, property Lom Penh, and a fee. Readable parts lack clear action or outcomes. Potential notes point to a transaction or seizure but specifics are unclear.
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Lom Penh
Fragmented OCR Mystery Note From Local Desk
Fragmented text appears as an OCR artifact with scattered phrases and names. The readable fragments reference a person or group, a place, and unclear actions, but the overall context remains obscure and unconfirmed. No coherent event or outcome is detectable for a fuller summary.
Ollie Blackstone To Penitentiary Vetting On Sunday
Local report notes Ollie Blackstone involved in a Sunday school vetting event. Community sources indicate concerns about safety and doctrinal alignment. Details remain unclear as notes reference an upcoming verification process.
Ludlow Promises Rate Adjustment for Small Lighting Users
Local district manager Harry Ludlow announces an adjustment to the commercial lighting rate in the South Carolina Power Company territory following widespread complaints that small users face higher costs under the new schedule. Aiken residents reportedly pay more than peers in other towns, prompting possible appeals to the South Carolina Public Service Commission. The revised schedule restores the former 10 cent per kilowatt rate for commercial lighting in Aiken with a $10 fee, and sets upcoming changes for Graniteville.
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South Carolina Power Company
Harry Ludlow
Sadlow
South Carolina Astead Commission
Aiken
Ludlow
Muth Carolina Power Company
Rey
Efeet
Graniteville
Daenerab
Wats
Kowan
Sheba
Greta
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Ellenton
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Abie Ted
Ollie Napier
Mad Chase
Baptist Church
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Paeabiy
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Ollie Blackstone
Railroad Commission
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