24 Jun 1911
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Newspaper
Georgetown Daily Item
Location
Georgetown, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1911
Page
1
In a public announcement W. H. Andrews declares his candidacy for a second term as Georgetown mayor. He notes eighteen months in office with improvements in streets and sanitation, asserts prudent spending, and pledges continued progress if re elected, stating he will not run again beyond this term.
The Manufacturers Record cites the Jackson Sun praising Virginia and North Carolina apple orchards as a sign of Southern progress. It warns that foreign capital profits often flow to the North, urging the South to build local enterprises while still relying on foreign funds for growth.
Greenville June 23 Unprecedented banking milestone as the People's Bank of Greenville announces a July 15 Stock dividend of 50 000 and a capital increase from 100 000 to 200 000 along with a quarterly 21 2 percent dividend on 100 000. Since 1887 the bank has paid cash dividends totaling 185 000 and will maintain its key officers.
An advertising note promotes a tea blend for iced tea available through C P Foxworth Company. The message references product use and supplier, with a casual sales tone.
South Carolina Governor Cole Blease proclaims a $200 reward for the arrest and delivery of Thomas B. Felder to the Newberry County Sheriff within the state. Felder, an Atlanta lawyer, is indicted in connection with alleged bribery of a South Carolina dispensary board member and is described as a fugitive from justice. The proclamation notes that extradition rules apply if Felder is arrested outside South Carolina.
An 19 year trusted testimonial week endorses Hall's Catarrh Cure by F J Cheney Co of Toledo Ohio. It promises a 100 dollar reward for unresolved catarrh and claims universal druggist availability with price 75 cents per bottle.
Columbia report states no court of inquiry has been requested. Adjutant General Moore refused to furnish exam questions and answers. Lt. Col. Springs seeks a retraction of Richardson language. no court of inquiry has been ordered. Both matters remain in status quo as military channels handle the dispute.
A Pasadena drug firm endorses Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as an efficient non narcotic expectorant suitable for children. The letter from C H Ward Drug Co and C L Parsons secretary treasurer cites years of use and no nauseating effects, urging readers to get the original product from The Iseman Drug Co and The Groft Brag Co.
A Baltimore paper notes three Jacksonville youths Dillaway J H DeGroot and H A Dillaway voyage in a 23 foot gasoline launch named Harpoon II from May 4 to December 1 aiming for Montreal. They travel coastwise including open sea segments facing northeasters and rough weather while supplying provisions by shore farms and carrying a small library aboard.
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