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Georgetown Daily Item

Location

Georgetown, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jul 28, 1909

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Steamship Theodore Weems Arrives With Cargo for Merchants

The steamship Theodore Weems under Captain Hall arrived yesterday with a general cargo for local merchants and river tributaries. After discharging, she will sail to Baltimore this morning. The Clyde line steamer Carib also arrived from New York Wilmington yesterday and is loading for sailing in the morning. Several river steamers and users are at docks taking on lumber and merchandise, departure to destinations tonight and tomorrow morning.

Theodore Weems Hall Weems Baltimore Clyde Line New York Wilmington Veral River

W C T U Schedules Prayers and Local Civic Cautions

The W C T U plans prayer meetings on Sunday and Monday mornings August 15 and 16 at 10 oclock and 9 30 on election day. A lady says they are doing God's work. The piece warns on theft of public funds in South Carolina and urges strict accountability for county officials. It notes Standard Oil butter by‑products and rising meat prices, plus a street cleanup appeal and Persia’s limited daily papers.

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Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsement From Georgetown Citizen

Georgetown ship builder E. J. Leeds reports years of kidney and back pain eased by Doan's Kidney Pills from Iseman Drug Co. He notes improved kidney secretions and overall health after using the remedy. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY markets the product nationwide. Remember the name Doan's.

Georgetown E. J. Leeds Prince St S. C Dean Iseman Drug Co Doan

Slaughter of the Herons Gets Audubon Society Intervention

The Audubon Society of South Carolina fights wholesale slaughter of rare coastal birds. Plume hunters, reef and rookery destruction threaten snowy herons, egrets, and other species. Without state or national help, progress relies on volunteers, farmers, and fishermen to protect remaining rookeries and restore populations.

Boston Transcript Audubon Society of South Carolina the Society Charleston Georgetown Atlantic Boston New York Florida New England Aquati America Northwest Woble

Georgia bill would criminalize women riding astride

In Atlanta on July 27 a bill introduced by Rep Wright of Stewart county would make any woman who rides horseback astride a felon. Wright confessed he had never seen such riding before arriving in Atlanta and was shocked.

Atlanta Georgia Wright Stewart County

Probable murder mystery after engineer found dead

Newark police discover the body of Benjamin Nippinger, a mechanical engineer, on South Tenth Street with a bullet hole in the head. His clothing pockets are turned inside out and his watch and diamond ring are missing, indicating foul play.

Newark N. J Benjamin Nippinger South Tenth Street

Help Yourself to a Better Home on Easy Monthly Payments

We offer accessible credit to hundreds of families yearly, lifting burdens and enabling happier, more comfortable living. Our prices stay in step with values and we aim to help you establish a home without extra costs, a lasting blessing.

Courteous Southern Gentleman Gives Up Seat to Elderly Black Woman

A Union station streetcar bound for a residential district carries a well dressed elderly Black woman who searches for a seat. A respected Southern gentleman rises to give her his seat, a quiet act of kindness that goes unremarked by other passengers. The reporter notes the scene and wonders if such courtesy could be matched in northern cities.

Union Station

Your Chance Now 711 Front St Up-to-date Tailor

Local tailor offers updates at 711 Front Street promising current styles and quick service. Customer testimonials note prompt fittings and modern alterations.

Front St

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