Riverside Mill dominates Anderson County textile expansion
The Riverside Mill or McBrayer Mill outside Anderson city limits on the Southern Railroad leads the county’s growing cotton mill sector with 296000 spindles in operation or planned. It produces yarn only, from 20 to 30 inch skeins, using steam power and employing about 170 workers. The mill emphasizes neat machinery, moisture control, and safety, with a $ in-plant religious and educational corner, and its 1901- era growth shows increased spindles and demand from New England and Northern markets. Directors include D P McBrayer and C M McClurey. stockholders met on the 17th with a favorable report.
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Anderson County
New England
Riverside
McBrayer
Southern
Anderson
Belton
Swistiis
Ugetordate
Maichinery
J. Pant
Hattie McWhorter
Fonda
D. P. McBrayer
C. M. McClurey
J. W. Roberts
P. McBrayer
R. E. Tigon T
J. Brock
A. Ledbetter
B. F. Mauldin
Julius Andersen
Adger
Brown
Notland's Store Fire and Community Notices
Notland's Store reports two barns lost last Saturday afternoon in a fire sparked by lightning. The large new barn burned and the old one was also burned, with heavy smoke seen. neighbors assisted, and a small insurance covered the buildings. The community expresses sympathy for Sir Earle, whose loss is by far the heaviest. Local cropland and crops are discussed, with prospects for cotton planting and grain standing well. Reports of missing river block and search efforts for drowned individuals continue, while Rev. Wilton Earle's death is mourned and remembered for his strong sermons and kindness. Joseph Shaw and daughters Luin and Oln visited, and Mr. J. H. Evans attended from Hart County.
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Emile
Earle
Cory
Aes
Uae
Joseph
Shaw
Luin
Oln
Neal's Creek
Joe
Wilton Earle
Wilton
Shiloh
J. H. Evans
Hart County
Apa
Caiet
Anderson
Weather and illness update from Boleman News
Local bulletin notes variable weather and widespread illnesses in Boleman area. Mentions Mrs. Geo W Maret convalescing from neuralgia, A P Barton and C E Barton recovering from grip, Mrs J M Jolly with hand rising, Bud Bradberry critically ill, and Mrs Martha Frible with stroke-like symptoms.
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Geo. W. Maret
Martha ‘Fribble
Jno
R. Heller
Anghes
Bai
Janes Wride
J. M. Jolly
Mr. Dobbins
Broylen
Obe
Fair Maida
John
Heller
Alpine
Esha Aust
Jobo Sullivan
Tome
Nat Weiner
Johnnie Bak
Metios Wiis Talis
Wurline
Myrtle Bartow
Broyles Nast
Dinwbotts
Donce Font
Heb
Miirot Hunt
Natio
Mid
Watt Compton
Nonlile Springs
Townville
McMiller
Watt
Wiley
Morin Agneal
Beautiful Spring Comes To Town Amid Town Gossip
After months of gloom, spring arrives with fragrance and green trees. Local notes mention Nelio Brown visiting Anderson, Roy Gaillard visiting a relative, and Chavic Willingham passing through en route to Macon. Farmers advance crops though potato seed is scarce. Wedding thoughts loom as two hearts search forever.
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Misa Nelio Brown
Anderson
Jones
Charlie Willingham
Helton
Roy Gaillard
Wm. Gaillard
Richard Brown
Jolie Mann
Envekn
Apaingle
Agane
Chavic Willinghim
Sebanon
Belton
Macon
Roberts Items in the Town Letter
A local note column reports cotton planting ongoing amid scarce seal. Rev T C Ligon preached to a large congregation. Visitors Ellie and Mattie McLeen from Anderson called at Roberts. Distinct locals include Miss Nuby from Anilorian, Eloise Milford from near Town Ville, and Mrs Bailey as a prior visitor. Mrs Charlie Shelton recovers from lagrippe. Rev J W Dailey attended Expo aidion. Master Sam Jones visits grandfather S A Jones, and Rev J B Earle’s barn burned after a lightning strike, one horse believed dead. Ki TH now April 21.
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T. C. Ligon
Mises Ellie
Mattie McLeen
Anderson
Roberts
Nuby
Anilorian
Rhistor
Charlie Shelton
Eloise Milford
Ville
Bailey
Lagrippe
J. W. Dailey
Sam Jones
Lavonia
A. Jones
Earle
Breck Hardware Co Razor Sharp Harrow Promises Improvements
Early buyers compare Cotton and Corn Cultivators with Terrell and Roman models. Sullivan Haw Co offers the Perfect Cultivator or Harrow with adjustable width and boom angles engaging farmers, claiming high workmanship and ease of setup. Local dealers invite inquiries and demonstrations to attract interest.
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Farmer Trust
Sullivan Haw. Co
Harrow
Democratic Club Meetings Across Anderson Area
Democratic clubs in Anderson and surrounding townships schedule meetings in late April and May. Members will reorganize, elect officers, and select delegates to the County Convention. Dates include April 25 at 6 a.m. and April 26 at 3 p.m., with other sessions on May dates.
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Anderson Emocratic Clubs No. 4
Louse
Eric
P. Amn
W. C. Bowen
Pint Rock
Democratic Club
Pint Rock School House
J. A. Mall
Slabtown
Glenn's
G. A. Rauikin
Resolutions Adopted by Furion University Faculty
A meeting of Furion University faculty and students unanimously adopted resolutions mourning the death of Wilton R. Barke. The document praises his mind, integrity, and helpfulness, notes the sorrow of friends and the broader community, and requests publication in multiple papers while forwarding copies to his family.
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Furion University
Tiend
Wilton R. Barke
Panman University
Godan
Hiv
Bey
Herven
South Cart
Anderson Mintelligencer
G. B. Moore
J. J. Mitchell
Jas
B. Williams
Greenville
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Riverside Manufacturing Company
Notland's Store
Boleman News
Fark
Eureka Hiems
Breck Hdw. Co
Mathlena
Theae
Christmay
Brock Hdw. Co
Dale
Wale
Fortue i
Thornton
Tlokescent
Andarson
Foley
Evans
Joseph. Coffinan
Montinnrenel
Evans Pharmagy
Chattanooga
Robt. J. Miller
Rend Home Drug Store
Tenn
Pho
Ellen Marlion
Park Ave
Kansas City
Shearer
Surveyor
Dean & Ratitife
Evans Pharmacy
Vandiver Broz
F. Olinknoales
North Main St
Dr. Williams
Brock
Nelson R. Grean
Oxford
McCall
Noore, Acker&Co
Madras
Nowlino Mons
GENTS
NEW Spring Millinery
Florida
Galery
C. Frank Bolt
CAGH
C.F. Jones CO
Clothing Department
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