Governor backs itemized 1928 appropriation bill plan
The governor favors an itemized 1928 appropriation bill detailing the uses of funds. He noted the 1927 act only re-acts, and spoke on how highway appropriations should be handled.
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1927
Page
2
State highway department finances under legislative scrutiny
A legislative committee probes the State Highway Department's workings focusing on contracts and salaries. Governor Richards backs a thorough, possibly extended, investigation, while details on the Willis trial and W. W. Rogers’ status are clarified as his per diem term ends soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Highway Department
Richards
State High Way Commission
Willis
Richarda
Greenville
W. W. Rogers
Rogers
Bond posted for Bert Ergle to appear in federal court
News Briers C H Howard of Graniteville posted a $3000 bond for Bert Ergle for the term of federal court convening here Monday. W R Kirkland will open a studio and art shop in the Weeks building on Park Ave in a few days. Augusta Branchville passenger train struck a car at Apia Wednesday afternoon demolishing it. J G Grice, sole occupant, jumped from the car and escaped injury as the train approached.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. H. Howard
Graniteville
Bert Ergle
W. R. Kirkland
Weeks
Park Ave
Augusta-Branchville
Apia
J. G. Grice
Mrs. Josephine Johnson Dies at 74 in Aiken
Mrs. Josephine Johnson widow of James A. Johnson died at her daughter’s home after a two week illness. She was 74 and survived by two daughters Jessie Johnson and E L Barton three sons C P Johnson B L Johnson J H Johnson a brother W L Redd two sisters and many grandchildren. Funeral held at Alatha Baptist Church with interment in the adjacent cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josephine Johnson
James A. Johnson
E. W. Barton
Johnson
Thealatha Baptist Church
Athletic fund drive at Aiken Institute aims to boost football program
The Aiken Institute Board plans to finance football, baseball, and basketball via outside contributions and season tickets. Students must enroll in regular courses and meet graduation standards while athletics stay under school oversight. A $1,000 target funds equipment and salaries, with last season’s finances showing receipts and expenses. The Edisto Association meets Sept 29–30 at Tabernacle Baptist Church to discuss education and missions. The Estonia cost of living article line appears unrelated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State High School League
Aiken Institute Athletic Association
Board of
Savannah Stadium to Dedicate Arena October First
Savannah's new Municipal Stadium will be formally dedicated for athletic exhibitions when the Mercer Citadel football game is staged on October 1. The arena seats 15 000 and sits at Daffin Park Victory Drive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Savannah
Mercer-Citadel
Macon
Charleston
S. C
William L. Gryson
Citadel College
Mercer University
Mercer
Decomposed Body Found at Old Folks Home
The partly decomposed body of Margaret Coates, a colored matron at the Old Folks Home, was found in a rarely used room. Coroner Tarver held an inquest. the jury ruled death from natural causes after an investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Coates
Old Folks’ Home
Tom Tarver
Young woman drives 1500 miles to college amid advice
A Nashville student traveled 1 500 miles to attend college showing perseverance despite discouraging guidance. The piece notes varied opinions and the unexpected resilience of a determined learner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nashville
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