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Newspaper

Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Nov 02, 1928

Page

5

Major Lyon dies head of North Augusta school system

Major T. Lyon longtime head of the North Augusta public schools died suddenly at Augusta infirmary. Born in Abbeville, he served as commandant of The Citadel and led the South Carolina teacher system, shaping district education for decades. Funeral planned at North Augusta.

Schoo! System North Augusta Pasnes T. Lyon Augusta Major Lyon Ant Carolina Ayin Fee Luede Shephard Orlane Holgened McMurray Abher Mesa Vreedogh North Aversatt Pact Shotfield Weil Attechien Abieville Ban Lyon Meta Ko Baitey Hugh Os Cain Paige Baley United Army Wits Tie Boyz Seda Vay Vomng North Matti Este Ubs Aiweater Carolna Ane Hynix Thieste

Merger row riles over preferred stockholders amid dispute

In a case before Judge Rice in Aiken, South Carolina Power Company merger details sparked a dispute with preferred stockholders who seek priority payment of accrued dividends. They argue such payments would keep stock value from depreciating while the merger proceeds, with attorneys Brandh Salley and Bereie presenting for the plaintiffs and the Southeast Company counsel.

Uth Carolina Power Uondog

General Election Details and Democratic Ticket Names

The article explains the upcoming general election to be held Tuesday next with returns expected Wednesday morning. It lists Democratic electors Roach S. Stewart George B. Cramer M F Powell George Warren A H Dagnal Wilton H Earle T S Rogers Francis H Weston and notes voting for this ticket supports the straight Democratic slate.

United States Roach S. Stewart George B. Cramer M. PF. Powell George Warren A. H. Dagnal Wilton H. Earle T. S. Rogers Francis H. Weston

Ell-known woman buried at Beech Island

Mrs. Laura Hammond Dunbar Hamond, 72, native of Millerville, died Sunday afternoon at 1:30 at her daughter’s residence in Pensacola after a three week illness. Funeral at Beech Island graveside Tuesday at 2 p.m. Rev. Jackson J. Harris officiating. Survived by husband, James H. Hammond. Dr. O. Dunbar Hammond. Mrs. Heyward B. Quine. Charlie B. Dunbar. five grandchildren. The Hallomain Outing Club meeting at Granitefile Pond was canceled due to her death.

Laura Hanson Dunbar Hammond Edward Spannammond Heraughter Heyward Quine Ensacola Fla Hammond Millerville Rageside Beech Island Jackson J1. Harris Church of the Stonemont Askey Outing Club Elwhae Oon J. W. Bock

Democrat in Derby Hat Calls for Hoover Opponent

Mildred Glover declares loyalty to the Democratic Party in a letter praising a candidate in the derby hat while condemning Hoover-Democrat branding. She emphasizes lifelong Democratic identity and urges voting for the man in the derby hat.

Ad. Smith Hoover-Democrat Mildred Glover

Aiken Municipal Primary Set For Monday

Aiken will nominate a mayor six councilmen and a public works commissioner next Monday November 5 with the general municipal election on December 10 The Democratic Primary enrollment lists about 1050 voters split 599 Ward 1 451 Ward 2 At entrance time candidates included two for mayor twelve for six council seats and one for public works mayoral candidates include Frank P Henderson opposed by W J Moseley and others with no opposition for the public works post The Munitions Executive Committee meets tonight to decide on about 75 voters on club rolls amid ongoing disputes

Aiken of Public Works Frank P. Henderson W. J. Moseley H. G. Anderson David Woliberg Flint Hendrix Paul Fulghum Commission of Public Works F. W. Weasels

Barnwell and Aiken Renew Old Rivalry Today

Barnwell High schedules a decisive afternoon clash with Aiken Institute as both teams chase district crown. Aiken routed Ehrhardt the prior Friday 20 to 0, with standout quarterback Kuisey directing the offense and Wyman Sprowls and Dufford key on the ground. The game, at Buss tis Park at 4 o clock, teases a renewed battle between long-time rivals with local bragging rights on the line.

Barnwell High Aiken Barnwell Fary Guy Buss Tis Park Aiken Institute Jay Birds Ebbhardt Ayken Ehrhardt Tha Bien Heb Wyman Sprowls Uifford Dick Dobbins Kuisey Cuarterback

Unclear fragmentary notice from Hamilton WA event

Fragmentary text references a local Hamilton WA notice with unclear names and relationships. Readable items mention two daughters and a widow, with scattered phrases about a home, timing, and a family. Details are incomplete and uncertain.

Bids For Pavements Work To Be Made Dec 4th

Irregular text describes bids for pavements or repairs to be opened December 4. Mentions bonds, lots, and observers, with unclear place names and dates. The fragmentary notes reference workers, inspection, and potential contractors, hinting at a municipal paving project proceeding on the stated day.

Court General Sessions Closes Saturday

Fragmented text details a court session ending Saturday with scattered phrases about poets, legal action, and various names and dates. The readable portions imply a reporting style, but contain numerous garbled and incomplete strings, offering no clear outcomes or identifiable parties. The piece resembles a detangled OCR fragment rather than a complete court record.

Beloved Woman Laura Beck Dies After Poisoning Incident

Laura Beck, longtime executive secretary and social worker with the Aiken Chapter of the American Red Cross, died after a fatal poison mistake in her home. The death follows a day of severe illness and a funeral was held at the Presbyterian Church with Rev. Henderson officiating.

Laura Beck Bock Aiken Chanter American Red Cross Shis Tris Beck Suteringr Troofelork H E. Tienderson Lark Rock Laura McAllister Pensacola Via Algenii Ayken Charles

Farm Women Meet Tomorrow at Moneta

Event notice notes a farm women gathering scheduled for tomorrow at Moneta. The fragment references participation by local groups and individuals, though details are incomplete.

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