25 Mar 1903
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Newspaper
Edgefield Advertiser
Location
Edgefield, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1903
Page
1
Edgefield advertiser J J Mims outlines subscription prices in advance with quarterly, half yearly and yearly options. Advertising rates set one inch first insertion then reduced per insertion with personal notices treated as regular ads and liberal multi month contracts offered.
The piece condemns firing guns for alarm signaling as dangerous and a town ordinance violation. It notes the lack of clarity on penalties but urges maximum punishment. It also reports The State newspaper’s staff reorganization naming W. E. Gonzales as editor and praises a return to old principles. It then critiques Roosevelt’s appointment of Crum to Charleston duties amid public opposition.
Johnston reports show oil yield near 1000 gallons in 24 hours and new yard pailings and fences along Lott's avenue. Blossom fragrances fill the air from nurseries while ladies tend vegetables and flowers. asparagus sells 65 to 90 cents a bunch as rains disrupt plowing and farm work. A storm, ill health in Mr. J. M. Smyley, deaths, visits, and social chatter fill the week with notes on roads, pests, and local humor about Sol and girls.
Dear Advertiser reports persistent rain and continued bad weather at Clark's Hill, affecting plans and daily routines. The note suggests lingering wet conditions and the need for caution for outdoor activities.
The item reports light sun and ongoing farming as farmers prepare to plant with rain not desired soon. Ed Christian is progressing well ceiling the new church as botanical gardens are mentioned. Prospects remain favorable for fruit crops and two sermons were delivered by Rev. P. B. Lanham and Rev. Miller. A two year old child, John Adams, visited his grandmother a few miles away.
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