Charleston advocates land sale to boost upcountry farming
An editorial urges Georgetown and Charleston to develop farming by reclaiming land and forming farming communities. An advertisement reports a 10 000 acre auction between Andrews and Trio near Georgetown along eight miles of railroad with 200 fifty acre plots ready for plough. Rail fare refunds barbecue and brass band are promised to attract settlers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evening Post
Charleston
Georgetown
Andrew’s
Trio
Georgetown and Western ‘Railroad
Soldier mistaken for murderer lands in guard house
Fort Riley Kansas December reports Sergt George Land of the 18th Cavalry was driven to the guard house on a murder charge by an insane man he had been ordered to arrest. Land spent two hours locked up before a commanding officer released him after the error was found.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Riley
Kansas
Geo. Land
18Th Cavalry
Land
P. C. Souder
Sergt. Land
Souder
Sauder
South Carolina Delegates Named to Convention
River and Harbor Congress delegates were appointed by South Carolina for the convention. E. J Watson, Commissioner of Agriculture, South Carolina. W. H. Andrews, Second Vice President. J. Reid White, engineer with Charleston County Sanitary and Drainage Commission. and other officials were named as delegates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. J Watson
Agriculture
South Carolina
W.h.andrews
Georgetown
Reid White
Charleston County
Wins Fight for Life After Long Lung Battle
Newark man James B. Mershon writes of near death from lung hemorrhages and lasting weakness. He credits Dr. King's New Discovery for his recovery after eight months of illness. The remedy is promoted for coughs, hoarseness, grippe, asthma, hay fever, and lung trouble with trial bottle available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James B. Mershon
Newark
Stock Take Day At Steele-Moses Co After Christmas
The Steele-Moses Co conducts its annual stock taking after Christmas with noted emphasis on cost savings. Edgar Fais Foods reports big price reductions as part of post holiday shopping activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steele-Moses Co
Ed Fais Foods
Land schemes hinge on capital and settlers across cities
The piece contrasts Charleston and Georgetown, noting reclamation needs and the push to attract real settlers. It argues Georgetown acts without waiting for federal funds, investing money now to start land enterprises and attract population rather than relying on distant capital from Washington or foreign sources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
Georgetown
Washington
Werleston
Arta
Felder on Blease Book Promised by Atlanta Attorney
The Spartanburg Herald reports a reliable citizen's hearsay that Thomas B Felder of Atlanta has prepared a book accusing Governor Gale Blease of connections with the old state dispensary. Felder, formerly attorney for the dispensary commission, warned a 30 day deadline for Blease to sign an act, promising sensational disclosures to be tested in time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spartanburg Herald
Thomas B. Felder
Atlanta
Gale II. Blease
Felder
Blease
Bleasé
Old Commission
Old State
Cole L. Blease
Newberry County
the Herald
Arrest of Mrs Sparling in Cyril Sparling Death Case
Bad Axe Michigan December 16 Mrs Carrie B Sparling wife of the late John Wesley Sparling and mother of Cyril Albert and Peter Sparling all of whom are dead was arrested early tonight charged with the death of her son Cyril She was taken to jail after a warrant issued yesterday and this arrest follows testimony by Sheriff McAuley at the MacGregor examination noting that MacGregor had said he suspected Cyril was poisoned and could force a confession by targeting Albert Sparling
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mich
Carrie B. Sparling
John Wesley Sparling
Cyril
Albert
Peter Sparling
Cyril Sparling
The Business Man Sees Need for Banking Reform
The article argues that lack of bank cooperation and a detached discount market risk major panics. It calls for a unified bank association to discount members' bills and a currency that expands with demand. It suggests phasing out individual bank notes in favor of a common bank association currency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banks’ Association
Electric Bitters Promised To Bring Health Beauty
A traditional health claim notes that health improves charm with good vitality. The advertisement states Electric Bitters regulate stomach liver and kidneys, purify blood, and improve complexion and overall health, urging readers to try them for 50 cents at druggists.
Thrift Habits for Children and Future Savings
An advice piece urging parents to teach thrift to children by saving pennies and nickels now so they value a dollar later. It promotes present savings as a path to future riches and urges families to become depositors, inviting children to learn and save.
For Sale Remington Typewriter at The Peoples Bank
Slightly used Remington typewriter offered for sale at The Peoples Bank office. Cheap price, easy terms, in good as new condition. Terms available at the bank location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Remington
Ftem
Office
Vanderbilt McKim Marriage Sealed in Reigate Ceremony
Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt and Mrs. Smith Hollins McKim wed at Reigate at 1 PM. The bride, Margarette Emerson of Baltimore, aged 27, arrived by motor car from Betchworth. Ceremony conducted by F C Morrison with J R Handstone assisting. Vanderbilt’s address listed as Gloucester House Park Lane.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt
Smith Hollins McKim
Margarette Emerson
Baltimore
Reigate
Vanderbilt
Betchworth
Mr. Vanderbilt
F. C. Morrison
J. R. Handstone
Gloucester House
Park Lane
Cornelius Vanderbilt
Railways
Over Taxed Kidneys Prompt Doan's Pills Endorsement
Mrs. P. D. Epps of Kingstree South Carolina testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills relieved her backache and kidney distress after a prior attack. She recommends the product, noting lasting relief and urges fellow dealers to sell it. Price 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co. is sole US agent in Buffalo New York. Remember the name Doan's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright
P. D. Epps
Kelley St
Kingstree
S. C
Dean
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Doan
Also Mentioned on This Page
Congress
Byéngress
the Peoples Bank
Rene Ravenel
Conway
T. S. McConnell
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!