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Newspaper
Georgetown Daily Item
Location
Georgetown, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1908
Page
4
The editor discusses anonymous letters and presses the need for responsible discourse. He defends open debate on public utility matters while condemning anonymous critics as biased and urges scrutiny of corporate conduct and profits.
The Georgetown Electric Co argues that public utilities deserve fair returns and that city operation could offer cheaper rates. They claim local electric service has been above average while private customers benefited from cheap fuel. The letter proposes a street lighting contract or a bonded city-run plant with cooperative support, rejecting exclusive franchises.
T S Sessions announces a new pressing cleaning and dyeing service at 119 Scriven Street and invites customers to send work with satisfaction guaranteed.
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