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11 May 1910
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Edgefield Advertiser in Edgefield, South Carolina
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Newspaper
Edgefield Advertiser
Location
Edgefield, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1910
Page
1
Editorial policy on political coverage for The Advertiser
Correspondents must omit references to candidates in news letters. To ensure fairness no material intended to promote any candidate is published in news columns. Such material will be blue pencilled by the editor.
Citizens Back School Levy Push in Colliers and Flat Rock
In recent elections the Colliers district approved the special school levy by all but one vote while Flat Rock gave a unanimous yes. The editorial urges other districts to follow the example, arguing better schools require more funding and longer terms. It praises education as the best investment for children and calls for more districts to hold elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colliers
Flat Rock
Franklin readers condemn county convention action
In a letter from Franklin S.C. residents denounce the recent county convention that removed magistrates from the primary. The note complains of unjust timing and praises a few men who supported the magistrates while mentioning local property improvements and farmers awaiting better cotton stands post rain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie Hammond
Joe Hamilton
Josie
Joe
Press Lyon
Sam
Au Revoir
Monument to Mr Dorn Memory Erected In Edgefield
A memorial monument to Mr L F Dorn has been erected in western Edgefield costing about 518 dollars with a 100 dollar Woodmen of the World contribution. The inscription reads He was faithful to every duty. Unveiling planned by local W O W camp on decoration day with a memorial address and sermons. A drummer claimed records will show more mortgages in South Carolina.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. F. Dorn
Edgefield
K. of P
Masonic
W. C
Dorn
R. S. Blackwell
South Carolina
Parksville notices and local updates from Edgefield region
This year shows a record rise due to auto purchases, with roads to benefit though caution advised on buying. Plum Branch excursion to Connie Maxwell orphanage and Augusta visits by local residents. Weather brings needed rains, grain prospects poor except nitrate boosted plots. Community reports include illnesses, Will Strom visit, and a Parksville B P U meeting note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plum Branch
Greenwood
Connie Maxwell Orphanage
White Town School
W. W. Fowler
Augusta
W. P. Parks
Janie Bell Jaro
Virginia Stone
Fair Rehoboth
Mattie Blackwell
Edgefield
Johnnie Stone
Will Strom
Automobile and
Mountain, Fame
Parksville
Edgefield Association
Good Rains at Colliers and Local Happenings
Colliers notes welcome rain after shifting weather. Visitors include D. D. Branson Gillham West and others while families such as the Adams and Mathis clans share birthdays and visits. Reports of sickness ease as Ida Miller returns from Rehoboth and Memorial Day plans by the U D C honor veterans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Culliers
D. D. Branson
Gillham West
Strom
Ben Mims
O. . Smith
Walter Miller
John Pardue
E. B. Mathis
Bonnie Dorn
North Augusta
J. H. Mathis
Little Mayme
W. E. Thurmond
Modoc
Ruth Miller
T. B. Gilchrist
J. W. Adams
U. D.C
South
Trixte Honored On All Occasions In Great Pleasure
The note recalls honors given on all occasions and the great pleasure of meeting them, reflecting a formal acknowledgment and cordial regard from TRIXTE.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ius
S C C I Encampment At Fair Grounds
The S C C I encampment was held at the fair grounds over three days last week. Cadets engaged in drills and sports with a public break fast for college girls and town students. A masquerade evening followed with prizes awarded for striking costumes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fair Grounds
Johnston
Ridge Spring
Col. Bailey
Anna Hollingsworth
Wad Allen
Bailey
Mrs Elizabeth Miller Bettis Dies After Brief Illness
Mrs Elizabeth Miller Bettis, aged about eighty, died at her Pine House home near Trenton after a brief illness. Funeral services were held at Ebenezer Church with Rev Graves L Knight officiating. She is survived by two sons J F Bettis and J M Bettis. she was one of Edgefield’s oldest residents and a long time Ebenezer Church member. Burial followed at Ebenezer Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Miller Bettis
Edgefield
Archdeacon Weber Delivers Passion Play Lecture in Edgefield
Archdeacon Weber drew a large Edgefield audience Sunday evening with a vivid description of the Passion play and its moral lessons. His eloquent lecture transported listeners to Oberammergau and offered sermons within each scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edgefield
Episcopal Church
Archdeacon Weber
Oberammergau
Quarles Couple Wed After Sunday Morning Service
After the regular morning service at Rehebsth last Sunday Levi Quarles and Miss Beddie Quarles were married by Rev. T Littlejohn. They received a wedding dinner at C. E. Quarles home and will reside on Quarles farm near Red Hill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rehebsth
Levi Quarles
Fila Beddie
T. Littlejohn
C. E. Quarles
Onion sets ready when ground is fit
Local supplier B. Timmons urges gardeners to plant onion sets as soon as soil conditions are suitable. He promises reliable supply and emphasizes timely planting for best yields.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. Timmons
Treatment cures physical decline in Sandwich resident
A Sandwich Illinois resident Ernest Sten singer suffered two years of stomach trouble and weakness. After trying Cooper's New Discovery, three bottles restored appetite, relieved gas, and returned strength. The note claims the medicine heals stomach issues and is widely endorsed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Stensinger
Sandwich
Hensinger
Cooper
Byrnes Declares First Congressional Announcement
The issue features Hon. James F. Byrnes announcing his first bid for Congress. A young but renowned lawyer, Byrnes previously won election as solicitor of the second circuit and earned a strong record as prosecuting attorney. He plans a future public meeting to share his positions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
James F. Byrnes
Byrnes
Tts
Water Supply Tower Planned for Public Square
At a council meeting the town unanimously approved building a 40 foot iron tower with a 180 barrel tank atop the public square to supply water for sprinkling streets and firefighting. Stewart and Kernaghan donate their profits for the project. gasoline engine pumps water from the well and a ram may be added near Beaver Dam if needed. The system aims to keep about 6000 gallons on hand to cut insurance risk for nearby property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. Stewart & Kernaghan
Beaver Dam
Card From Mr Bailey Seeks Support For Magistrate Nomination
A note from Modoc signed C J W Bailey thanks friends and neighbors for support and states he remains a candidate for magistrate of the 6th district. He plans to organize a petition to the delegation to be recommended to the governor for the post.
Coal Shipments Cut School Costs for Winter
Col Bailey keeps rates low by saving on coal. Three large cars totaling 100 tons arrived last week as the next winter supply. Miners quote low spring prices to fund summer operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Bailey
Edgefield Election To Choose Mayor And Wardens
Notice states a May 17 1910 election at the Edgefield courthouse to choose a mayor and six wardens for two years. Polls open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Managers listed as J H Kemp J P Bates and H C Watson. J K Tompkins is mayor and W H Harling clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Edgefield
J. H. Kemp
J. P. Bates
H. C. Watson
Urgent Visit to Famous Surgical Hospital Seeks Nurse Training
A young woman arrives at Sir Chappham Fyne's renowned hospital in Sprintshire seeking nurse training. She lights the room with a bold claim of experience through family feats while the head surgeon questions her readiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chappham
Fyne
Sprintshire
English Channel
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Mr.Dorn
Adams
A. D.C
Trixte
Beddie Quarles
Penn & Holstein
W.H. Turner
Mr. Bailey
Modoc, 8. C
J. W. Bailey
J. K. Tompkins
Leonard
White Mountain
Arctic
Stewart and Kernaghan
P. P. Burns
T. J. Lyon
J. F. Entzminger
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