04 Dec 1912
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Newspaper
Edgefield Advertiser
Location
Edgefield, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1912
Page
1
The Edgefield Advertiser notes its establishment in 1835 and lists pricing and submission rules. It states Wednesday publication, editor Mims, and that communications require real names and certain notices are published at advertising rates.
Commentary on December 1912 concerns in Edgefield South Carolina covers town fiscal prudence as a $5,000 electric plant bond passes without opposition and calls for anti liquor actions. It also notes Red Cross stamps for Christmas and religious college fund drives totaling $300,000 for Wofford Lander and Columbia College. Pellagra remains a mysterious disease with no known cure.
The governor facing criticism at a governors conference in Richmond over remarks on pardoning about 400 convicts in 22 months and predicting 800 more before the term ends. Critics say such statements encourage lawlessness and urge lawmakers to limit his clemency powers.
The piece argues a town's true wealth lies in moral and intellectual assets beyond railroads mills and plants. It notes Greenwood has industrial growth but seeks assets that uplift civic character and education, balancing material progress with moral development.
The editorial urges Edgefield residents to raise 40 000 for improved S C C I buildings to keep Col Bailey and the male college from moving to Greenwood. It argues Greenwood's subscription shows value of a local male college and warns that newer facilities elsewhere could lure the institute away.
The notice extols Dr King s New Discovery as the best medicine to ward off pneumonia and battles from winter and spring illnesses. It cites a Vermont testimonial and promotes guarantees for bronchial problems with 50 cent and 1.00 prices and free trial at local druggists.
Edgefield residents share good news about Doan's Kidney Pills from Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo. Mrs. C Key of Wigfall Street reports back and head pain relief, praising rapid, effective kidneys relief and endorsing Doan's with the slogan Remember the name Doan's.
A Philadelphia woman argues that marriage on $12 a week is possible if the bride saves, while The State says it is impossible. The Advertiser bets Edgefield brides will play their part, and business remains steady despite Wilson's election, with no industry closures or wage cuts reported. The Orangeburg Times praises the Democratic platform as sound, urging confidence in democracy’s triumph and minimal impact on business.
The piece argues advertising benefits are tested over time and urges planting a Christmas advertisement in the next two issues before the 25th, noting one big ad cannot determine overall value. It cites the Columbia Record praising steady investment and cautions against overreliance on a single effort.
The Orangeburg Times argues a two cent per mile rail fare is unreasonable. It warns railroads cannot maintain tracks and equipment at such a low rate and calls for keeping current fares to fund improvements and better service.
A humor sketch features Harry the Hobo claiming sleep habit over hard times and a sympathetic lady, a Daily Bread editor being pressed to correct a misquote about a talk on work, and a vicar noting a tailor’s London referrals for hats sermons.
The North Carolina apple crop is the largest in memory but prices are very low with apples rotting on the ground. An Asheville area orchard owner reports thousands of bushels going to waste after selling on the trees for far less than in prior years. He has given apples away and notes he saved some by apple cider production, limiting potential profits.
A Yorkville Enquirer note reports vast mountain fruit quantities with no commercial value and no clear remedy. The orchard owner is puzzled by the issue and offers no solution for the present or future.
Edgefield rejoices as Rev. J. R. Walker returns to field. Rev. E. H. Beckham goes to Johnston Harmony. Parks ville Plum Branch and west-side Covington churches shift to new field. Rev. L. D. Gillespie to Shandon near Columbia. Rev. J. H. Manly to Phoenix circuit including McKendree church.
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