Local items cover social visits and town notices
Misses Laura Harris and Beulah Rogers visit Alcola South Carolina with Harris's sister. Residents travel for business in Charleston Georgetown and Atlanta. Postmaster W B Blakeley seeks assistant. income tax requests focus on Andrews. A birthday party for Carl Claridy and a Friday dance by the Young Men's Social Club highlight community events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laura Harris
Beulah Rogers
Alcola, S.C
Miss Harris
Spring Gully Happenings Report and Local News
Spring Gully residents share health updates and social visits. A box supper raised funds for the local Baptist church while residents visit relatives, attend services, and note illnesses and recoveries in the community.
Local Notables and Community Notes From Andrews Area
Mr H G Cox left Saturday for a few days in Atlanta. Mrs L T Boyer spending time in Charleston. Dr M B Monson buys 1000 acre Riverside Farm near Andrews to breed beef cattle and Duroc Jersey hogs. An Eastern Star party at Masonic Hall Friday evening to raise funds. Town residents visit and subscribe to The Andrews News. Court of General Sessions set for March 18 in Georgetown. Majestic adopts cashier system with Mae Tallant and Emma Richardson as cashiers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. B. Monson
Hampton County
Andrews
Black River
Riverside
Monsen
Masonic Hall
Eastern Star
Georgetown Officials Visit Andrews on Saturday
Supervisor Bellune and Deputy Brewington of Georgetown were in Andrews last Saturday on business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bellune
Brewington
Georgetown
Andrews
Newly Items From Kingstree
Lavaune Anderson leaves on the 17th to join the U S Navy. The County Legislative delegation recommended H D Ferrell J Manson Brown John T Eaddy Bartow Smith and B N Stuckey for county commissioner. Lamar Prosser becomes teller at Wee Nee Bank. Jersey cows sold fast indicating Williamsburg stock interest. Will James of Cheraw visited. Williamsburg County Fair Association elected officers and planned this year fair. Red Cross served dinner and organized County Council of Defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. D. Ferrell
Greelyville
J. Manson Brown
Bryans
John T. Eaddy
Jonsonville
Bartow Smith
Hebrew
B. N. Stuckey
Nesmith
Williamsburg County Fair Association
Court House
Red Cross Society
Rev Barnes Held Guest in Kingstree
Rev W R Barnes of Andrews visited his brother Rev E A Mc Dowell in Kingstree yesterday. En route to Lamar with his wife and three children their Ford left the road near Cartersville and the car went into a ditch. The nine month old baby suffered facial cuts but all others survived. Dr Foster treated the child in Cartersville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Barnes
Andrews
Kingstree
E. A. McDowell
Mr. Barnes
Lamar
Cartersville
Barnes
Timmonsville
Dr. Foster
Mr W Gray Spends Sunday in Charleston with Mother
Mr W Gray visited Charleston on Sunday to spend time with his mother, sharing a brief family outing in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. W. Gray
Charleston
Black River Notes Highlight Local Social And Health Updates
Mrs. C L Brown of Kingstree visits sister Mrs C E Evans in Black River as Evans battles measles. Navy enlistee Ralph Mobley called to duty. Lake City men J C Godwin H McKnight M E McGee L Hyman seen in Black River on fishing trip. John Cribb returns from Camp Jackson for a few days. Mrs T N Roark improving after weeks in Roper Hospital. Visitors J D Walters R Brown R Matthews from Kingstree to see the Evanses. Mrs R A Pendergrass moves to a new home near Black River after illness. Mary Long expected to return home Saturday from hospital. Mary Mobley visiting relatives in North Carolina. Dora Yarborough returns home after finishing school. Petro tiek.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. L. Brown
Kingstree
C. E. Evans
Black River
Ralph Mobley
Navy
J. C. Godwin
H. McKnight
M. E. McGee
L. Hyman
Lake City
John Cribb
Camp Jackson
T. N. Roark
Roper Hospital
J. D. Walters
R. Brown
R. Matthews
R. A. Pendergrass
Mary Long
Mary Mobley
North C Na
Dora Yarborough
Pet
Definition of a Gentleman Noted in Exchange
Excerpt defines a gentleman as a man clean inside and out who treats all with respect. It praises humility in loss and restraint in victory, generosity, courage to avoid deception, and consideration for women and the young and elderly.
Andrews Chamber of Commerce meeting acts on farming and industry
The Andrews Chamber of Commerce held a town hall meeting with county agent L. B. Altman urging farmer and business cooperation. Talks covered fertilizer use, tobacco cultivation, and food plantings. Committees planned a spring road drive and sought new enterprises including a barrel factory and a garments plant to employ local workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrews Cgber of Commerce
L. B. Altiian
Andrews Chamber
Altman
D. ‘L. “Moyd
Committee On Agriculture and Immigration
Baker
Williamsburg County
L. L. McLellan
Berkeley County
Whch
Committee of Manufacturing and Industry
Andrews
Mantone Aids Town With Non Alcoholic Tonic Claim
An advertisement touts Mantone as a non alcoholic reconstructive tonic from a physician designed to restore energy and health in adults. It claims strong backing, guarantees money back if it fails, and notes wide local pharmacy support alongside the slogan Makes You Feel Good All Over.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mantone
Onion Benefits Promote Sleep and Rest for the Fatigued
The text extols the Spanish onion for its healthful effects, noting its pungent flavor and odor yet claiming a well boiled onion induces sleep when other options fail, suggesting it should be a common aid for weary people in business.
Tillman Seeks Re election Chairman of Naval Committee
Edgefield Chronicle notes Senator Tillman formally enters the race for re election. It argues South Carolina will re elect him, praising his world war era experience and wisdom as naval committee chair. It urges county friends to work for his victory, echoing a cautious, safety first sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tillman
South Carolina
Edgefield Chronicle
Tillman Seeks Re Election In Washington Stance
The Newberry Herald notes Senator Tillman will seek re election while staying in Washington and not campaigning on the stump. It contrasts his past opposition to experience counting with his current view that long service justifies continuation, remarking on changing viewpoints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tillman
Washington
Hampton and
Butler
Senate
Gen. Hampton
Gen. Butler
Newberry Herald and News
Doubt Cast Over Lever Senat e Bid Amid Voter Mass
The piece notes Congressman Lever hesitates about entering the upcoming summer senatorial race. The Herald and News stays neutral, praising his value in Washington and suggesting he could retain a congressional seat if he stays. It cautions against leaving public life, noting 150000 voters may influence decisions and letters urging a run may misrepresent public will.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lever
Senate
Washington
House
Congress
Newberry Herald and News
Tillman Declares Candidacy Echoing Past Races
The Newberry Herald notes Senator Tillman announces reelection, saying he will run if trusted by friends. It recalls his reasons echoing why he opposed Senator Butler in a long-ago race, suggesting political timing favors his bid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tillman
Senator Butler
Newberry Herald and News
Early rice cultivation spread from India to the Euphrates and beyond
The record traces rice culture from the Talmud era to early sites in the Euphrates valley and Syria before 400 B C. It notes introduction to Persia from India and later to Spain by Arabs. From Spain it reached Italy by A D 1468 and then Peru and other Spanish American regions in colonial times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Euphrates
Syria
Persia
India
Spain
Italy
Peru
Spanish America
How They Differ Light Metaphor Insight
A pessimist blows out the light to measure darkness while an optimist lights a candle with no lamp and rejoices at the bright effect a small flame can create. The remark contrasts outlooks by contrasting despair with hopeful action.
Nitrate of soda for farmers sought from Georgetown agent
Mr. D. L. Mayd, cashier of the Bank of Andrews, writes L. B. Altman, county agent, Georgetown County, asking when nitrate of soda orders placed with the government will be filled. The letter, dated March 7, 1918, urges clarification due to delays and asks for guidance on expectations and necessary actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. L. Mayd
Bank of Andrews
L. B. Altman
Georgetown
Altman
Remington Typewriter for Sale at Bargain
Fairly good condition Remington typewriter offered for sale. Apply at Andrews News office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Remington
Andrews
Bank of Andrews Opens Savings Account Note
Bank of Andrews announces savings accounts with 4 percent interest. The notice outlines account opening and rate terms for new customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bank of Andrews
Thompson to tobacco market in South Boston subscription note
The News reports a subscription payment from H. H. Thompson of South Boston Virginia. Thompson plans to attend the Andrews Tobacco market in a few months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. H. Thompson
South Boston
Thompson
Andrews
Spring Weather Brings Busy Farms to Andrews Rout No. 1
Farmers report a promising crop year with spring weather as fertilizer hauling wraps up and corn planting nears. Local residents, including W. E. Ward and Miss Della Harrelson, visit friends and attend egg hunts at the Herring home. Mrs. Mary Long improves after illness. Herbert Etheridge returns from Camp Jackson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. E. Ward
W. T. Herrings
Lee Oda Benton
W. F. Herring
Della Harrelson
Warsaw
Andrews
Herbert Etheridge
Camp Jackson
Herbert
Miss Harrelson
Mary Long
Charleston
Lee Haselden
Pluto
Baptist Church Notice Services Schedule
Services are now held in the Baptist church every Sunday evening at 7 30 and the first and third Sunday mornings at 11 o'clock. The Andrews News will publish each week for two months at least the subject used on Sunday evening. Subject for Sunday evening next is The Accusing Finger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Marshall
P. B. Feagin
R. C. Marshall
P. B
C.K. Feagin
Georgetown
Bessie Marshall
Kinsey Marshall
Spring Gully Baptist Church
Ella Lemon
Messrs
Cooper and
Stewart
M. L. Boyd
S. W. McCants
Camp Sevier
Jake Williams
Camp Jackson
Mabel Holtzhiter
Andrews
Edna Feag
M. L
L. E. Boyd
H. McDowell
C. S. Camilin
Mouzons
Baptist Church
Andrews News
Special lodge meeting of Harpers Lodge A F M
A special meeting is called for Thursday night at 8 PM to confer degrees. Visiting brothers welcome to attend. By order P F Wiehrs Secy F A Weatherford W M.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harpers Lodge
P. F. Wiehrs Secy
F. A. Weatherford
W. M
Also Mentioned on This Page
Messrs. A. M. Flowers
N. W. Cooke
Mrs. D. C. Morgan
C. B. Calvo
Dorothy
Savannah, Ga
W. E. Devoe
A. K. and
H. S. Parsons
Katherine Parsons
Mrs. Perdue
H. C. Beddart
Atlanta
Jake
Jack
Herman
Byrd
G. J. Cornwell
Mesdames
F. L. Powell
T. W. Bellune
T. R. Howle
Miss Jefferts
Orangeburg
Andrews Graded School
Miss Carnes
Columbia
D. Z. Rowall
District Medical Board
O. K
H. B. Grimshaw
Seaboard Railroad
Dr. Geer
Greenville
D. O. DuBose
Carl Claridy
W. B. Blakeley
Post Office Department
R. M. McCown
W. E. Davis
Seaboard
Bennie Wilder
Mr. Davis
Messrs. W. E. Devoe
R. M. Andrews
James S. Barnhill
H. W.porter
Majestic
Hastern Star
J. B. Thomson
C. L. Holtscheiter
H. G. Cox
Mrs. L. T. Boyer
W. T. Rowell
Trio
A. R. McCray
M. L. Ackerman
J. A. Feagin
Trio Route 1
W. A. Marshall
Georgetown County
Mrs. Parsons
Virginia
Mrs
A. K. Parsons
A. W. Todd
Court of General Sessions
Mr. J. H. White
Mae Tallant
Emma Richardson
Claridy
Williamsburg
Lavaune Anderson
U.S. Navy
Lamar Prosser
Johnsonville
Wee Nee Bank
Will James
Cheraw
Hugh McCutchen
Chamber OF Commerce Active
B. C
M. Gray Andrews, S. C
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