Woman's View of Work and Family Roles in Edgefield
A local column discusses the married woman’s strenuous family life, the value of work over pleasure, and the social dynamics of husbands and children. It contrasts domestic duties with earning a living, praising working women while noting attitudes toward home economics. Edgefield, S. C., October items mention a Board of Examiners in Optometry duty for GEO. F. MIMS and a short note on remedies and local sales estimates.
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Columbia
Board of Examiners
South Carolina
Geo. F. Mims
Optometrist
Made in South Carolina urging local purchases statewide
The South Carolina Development Board plans a campaign to urge residents to buy agricultural products and manufactured goods made in the state. George R. Wheeler urges citizens to favor local printers, merchants, and home industries, noting money leaving the state harms local prosperity and taxes.
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Columbia
South Carolina
As a Woman Thinks and the Value of Perspective
An essay argues that women share similar joys and burdens. happiness hinges on attitude. It contrasts contented and discontented wives and mothers, noting outlook shapes experience as they navigate daily duties and sacrifices.
Studebaker Price Reductions Signal Industry Help to Lower Costs
J. P. Bland, a local Studebaker distributor, comments on A. R. Erskine’s recent price cuts. He notes Studebaker as a major producer and says the move could spur broader declines in commodity prices, aided by cheaper materials and higher labor efficiency. Bland praises the courage and vision of the industry in restoring living standards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Studebaker
J. P. Bland
A. R. Erskine
Studebaker Corporation
Erskine
County Treasurer's Notice on 1920 tax collection dates
The County Treasurer announces tax collection from October 15, 1920 to March 15, 1921. Taxes due by December 31, 1920 incur 1 percent penalty in January and 2 percent plus from March 1 to 15. Unpaid taxes may be collected by the Sheriff. The notice lists 1920 levies by millage for state, county, roads, schools, and various districts, plus poll tax, dog tax, and commutation tax requirements, with payment deadlines and road tax receipt guidance. J. L. Prince signed.
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Constitutional
Antioch
Flat
Oak Grove
Red Hill
Edgefield
Elmwood No
Elmwood
Elmwood S. C
Harmony
Johnston
Meriwether
Gregg
Kora Talbertye
Trenton
Bacon
Blocker R. R
Elmwood R
Johnston R. R
Pickens R. R
Wise R. R
J. L. Prince
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Bigefield Advertiser
Advertiser
Edgefield, S. C
Job
Galahad
Mr. Rockefeller
S. C
Chamberlain
J. R .Cantelou
Sigs OY
Ingersoll Radiolite
Milady
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