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Newspaper
Georgetown Daily Item
Location
Georgetown, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1908
Page
4
Mrs. Eaton describes the September tragedy at the street corner where her husband William lost his life while saving two boys, Johnny Shack and Jimmie Maloney, during dinner hour. She expresses relief at the money received but sadness over the loss.
The Carnegie Hero Fund Commission announces thirty additional awards for brave acts nationwide. Named honorees include Mrs Mary E Eaton of 288 Seventh Ave New York and her husband William H Eaton who died rescuing others in 1907. Also recognized are Thomas Mullins of Jersey City and Harry Teetsel a Newark sailor who helped save lives in separate incidents. Several others receive medals and stipends for lifesaving efforts in New Jersey and nearby areas.
A batch of 19th or early 20th century political notices announces candidacies for County Treasurer and Solicit or positions in the 12th judicial circuit, with candidates James F. Detyens C P Quattlebaum P B Sellers Walter H Wells C J Fletcher T S Sessions and others pledging to abide the primary results and to serve faithfully.
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