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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1927
Page
6
Gee McGee recounts judging a county fiddlers convention with a diverse crowd and a lively, humorous account. Musicians brought fiddles banjos guitars and novel instruments as classics like Turkey in the Straw Old Black Joe and When You and I Were Young Maggie filled the hall. The piece celebrates the noisy crowd and the judges' scramble to award prizes.
The Charleston News and Courier notes New York City at twenty billion dollars in value and highlights the spread of wealth and ambition from outlying districts. It argues the metropolis attracts travelers and youths from places like South Carolina, while remaining generous and adequately energized by growth.
President Coolidge strongly supports the treasury surplus as a means to shrink the national debt and lower taxes. He also covered all damages caused by the Mississippi floods.
A compact editorial argues clarity over prestige, urging readers to judge issues by substance rather than who presents them. It emphasizes evidence, logic, and practical impact to guide informed civic choices without focusing on personalities or reputation.
Governor Richards backs a concrete plan led by women groups to beautify South Carolina highways. Richland county approves 2000 dollars to plant trees along four roads, with four organizations supervising. The effort extends to Newberry and other counties, aiming for shaded fruit bearing trees to enhance beauty and provide food.
Fashion writers note bold trend changes for fall featuring fuller skirts and sleeve fullness. Velvets and fur jackets pair with tweed circular skirts and sleeveless jackets, with designers like Lanvin Molyneux Worth shaping contrasts and new velvet millinery trends in smart circles.
The Greenville News argues that changing party rules to drop a requirement to back national nominees would not ease party loyalty. It says the state party remains bound to the national organization, and bolting is a legal right. An independent Democrat path could still fracture party discipline. The piece includes a Washington Star aside on a statesman’s public adulation.
The Washington Star argues that financial responsibility by all motorists will end major motoring evils. It notes most states require insurance to protect workers and pedestrians and calls for universal driver coverage so insurers assess fault and fitness, similar to life insurance.
A humorous note claims many eminent Scottish gentlemen insist the kilt is the only proper garment for a man while acknowledging women have embraced shorter skirts. The piece hints at a push to reclaim tradition with active efforts.
Haineis High School reports agricultural earnings exceeding 250000 dollars from last year. Of 2648 enrolled boys, 1320 raised animals, 1115 grew grain, and 213 engaged in nonfinancial ventures, highlighting practical education.
Prince William, a writer and lecturer rather than a society figure, resumes a U S tour with limited first page notices expected due to his focus on intellectual work. The event highlights his continued public appearances across the country.
The Saginaw News Courier notes that the old currency sizes will remain in circulation and that the redesigned notes will not be issued for about twelve months, delaying a currency changeover.
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