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Newspaper
Anderson Intelligencer
Location
Anderson, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1900
Page
8
Fragmentary columns recount figures tied to Columbia area history including religious leaders, civic societies, and early Methodist missions. It notes a veteran editor, peace advocacy, and the Christian harmony movement with references to the South Carolina regions and historic districts.
A Texas missive from Jarvis County recounts a severe cyclone near Flat Rock that wrecked homes, left crops ruined, and forced families to flee. Mrs. Auuunta Holland widow of Lee Holland describes knee deep water, blown structures, and animals killed while eight supporters salvage a shack shelter.
A lengthy notice outlines the formation of the County Sub-organization of the Georgia Cotton Ginners Protective Association, listing its officers, executive committee, dues, and non political stance. It calls white farmers and merchants to join, details constitution, by laws, and meeting duties, with references to headquarters in Macon Georgia and state connection.
Otter Creek area reports rain affecting cotton harvest while residents note prices rise and crop opening hopes. Tragic death of Little Mallie Shaw from diphtheria mourned at Barkers Creek Cemetery. community expresses sympathy. Socials, church events, school happenings at Honea Path High, and visits by Miss Nellis Fant mark a busy period with Rev. Moorer delivering sermons and teachers’ performance praised.
After a long absence I will return to share news of thriving times. Rev J Bailey led a protracted Providence meeting with six new church members. Miss Luln Skelton and Miss Ella Sherarad visit from nearby towns. Ten marriages noted. many expect more. J Whitfield reports improvements. Miss Rubio Gilmer visits Lavonia relatives. Mrs S C Tomney ill in town.
The Third District Salud Association plans a Saturday meeting at Townville church before the fifth Sunday in 86 with a 11 o clock service led by Rev William Brown and sermon by Rev Chap man D D. A general discussion follows about Our Part of Work with brief remarks and closing at 11.00 by Rev C J Cope.
An informal sale advertisement highlights McCormick mowers praised for strength and stump endurance. It promotes cash savings at Osborne and Osborne and Sullivan Hardware Co with claims of lower prices, payment by cash, and an Oct 1 start for a new cash-based arrangement. It also mentions piano deals at Us Ay Reed Music House and various farm supplies from local merchants.
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