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Newspaper
Georgetown Daily Item
Location
Georgetown, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1909
Page
1
Yesterday afternoon Arthur Ward was shot in the left thigh when a gun fired from a boat while he stood near the duck blind. He died this morning after swift medical treatment and his loss is mourned by Col. and Mrs. Ward and the Georgetown community.
Citizens in Georgetown unite to form an Agricultural Fair Association with land secured for buildings and a race track. Local business leaders push the project to boost Georgetown County’s economy. The proposed association seeks $15,000 in shares of $100 and calls for broad subscription from farmers professionals and citizens.
The parrot in a green plumage drew laughs at a Brooklyn auction as bidders haggled from fifty cents to ten dollars. The bird heckled bidders, uttered quips like Get the axe and Blow yourself, and ended with a final curse as it left with its new owner.
The Kansas City Times explains a playful method to view wind. On a windy day hold a saw with ends east and west, tilt the top teeth to 45 degrees, then look along the teeth to see wind pouring over them like water over a fall.
An advertisement touts Rexall Mucu Tone as a blood carried remedy for catarrh, claiming it cures internal inflammation and prevents consumption. The Georgetown Drug Co offers two sizes 50 cents and $1.00 with a money back guarantee if not satisfactory.
Five dollar reward for information leading to recovery of a Parker gun stock 16 gauge and tan leather case taken from the springs and stau office last week. Contact authorities with details.
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