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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1926
Page
6
Fragmented text references second class mail at Aiken and old postal act. It discusses Clean-Up Weeks, personal virtue, and the tension between luxuries and modern home life. The piece hints at laboring for good over opposing something bad and reflects on values and forward-looking community ideals.
The central crisis described concerns finding qualified individuals with true commitment for dry committees rather than concerns over the President or foreign debts. The tone suggests frustration with confirming capable appointees and the need for honest, steadfast personnel in government bodies.
A fragmented prompt centers on conflicting desires surrounding violence and life. The text juxtaposes those who wish to remove life with those who oppose such actions, creating an unclear, looping statement about intent and consequences.
Unclear excerpt discusses a great pRawnack tied to a wet or dry agitator and birds, questioning associations. The readable portion lacks coherent facts, names, places, or events to establish a clear reportable item.
A historical profile notes Calvin Coolidge’s frugal habits as president. He saved half of his $75,000 annual salary through strict economy, reduced White House functions, wore simple attire, and bought food for thrift. The piece praises his financial discipline as a lesson in thrift.
The Greenville News calls the Democratic State Convention platform uncontroversial and broad, likely to gain broad endorsement. It notes the document’s generous generalities and that gubernatorial candidates will forge their own stances during the campaign.
The speaker argues against direct endorsement of the present indirect tax system and calls for an equitable taxation plan. The text suggests women voters newly enfranchised may grasp party platforms, noting long exposure to flattering tea party rhetoric.
The recent party pledge denounces bureaucratic add ons as growth of a super government. It argues for abolishing boards and transferring agencies to constitutional officers to restore public control and curb expenditures.
A state board committee held a hearing over redrawing district lines to allow Aiken County pupils to attend Ridge Spring in Saluda. Aiken officials oppose losing district tax revenue while supporting out of area attendance. The panel will report findings to State Superintendent James H. Hope soon.
Miss Grace Lawton daughter of Mr and Mrs R W Lawton of Aiken wed George Cecil Lenz of Jacksonville Florida at the Cathedral of St John in Charleston The ceremony was conducted by Rev John May The couple will reside in Jacksonville The Pageland Journal notes and urges support for a woman governor in South Carolina.
The Lancaster senator Roach Stewart has decided against running for South Carolina governor this year. His withdrawal leaves a wide field and potential contenders with differing tax reform ideas to shape the campaign. Major John G. Richards is seen as the strongest challenger three weeks before the primary, while Nat B. Dial and James F. Byrnes weigh possible entries and past loyalties may influence outcomes. The senatorial race remains unsettled with Dial, Byrnes, and Brown in play and discussion sparked by past primary dynamics.
Pursuant to an order by Judge Rice dated May 15 1926 I will offer for sale in front of the Court House in Aiken South Carolina on June 7 1926 during legal hours a Ford Coupe with motor No 10593790 and license No 46488 the property of Mrs Susie Orvin Taylor cash terms Nollie Robinson Sheriff Aiken County South Carolina
Rural letter carriers assemble at 10 o clock Monday to discuss using a 5000 dollar appropriation for maintaining rural post roads outside the county public system. A full yearly report will be presented. Also noted is the accidental death of Eugene Wallace a lineman for the Augusta Aiken Railway and Electric Corp who was electrocuted Saturday at Woodlawn and Carolina avenues in North Augusta.
Mary Strong Moyer applies for appointment as Administratrix of Jacob D. Moyer deceased. Probate Judge George R Webb orders creditors and kindred to show cause at the Court House at 11 a.m. on June 8 1926 why she should not be appointed.
United States Marshal announces a public auction in front of the Aiken post office at 11 o clock on June 5 1926. The sale includes two forfeited Dodge Coupe automobiles motor number A134-129 in the case United States versus Arthur Mitchell Carl Mitchell Leo Mitchell and Meton Mitchell. The sale proceeds for cash under an order from the district court. May 28 1926.
The Community Ice & Coal Company calls a stockholders meeting at 8:00 PM on Friday May 28 1926. The venue is the American Bank & Trust Company Building in Aiken South Carolina. Agenda includes electing officers and other business.
Notice is given that under Section 885 of the Criminal Code a sale of forfeited property will be held in front of the Court House in Aiken South Carolina on Monday June 7 1926 during sheriff's hours. The property includes a bay horse a one horse wagon and a lot of fruit jars belonging to unknown parties. Cash terms.
A short catalog notes a 1923 Chevrolet Coupe a 1924 Ford Touring a 1925 Ford Roadster and a 1924 Chevrolet. The listing highlights vintage autos with model years and makes for potential buyers.
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