07 May 1912
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Newspaper
Georgetown Daily Item
Location
Georgetown, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1912
Page
1
The excerpt surveys varied topics from U S politics and figures to social quirks. It references Taft delegates, Ismay and the White Star Line, Roosevelt, Lorimer, direct primaries, and public figures with quips about manners, manners, travel, and personality. It captures a era voice with sharp, humorous observations.
Midshipman Julian Bishop of New York dies after an infection from a slight shave nick. He was in the first class and had four weeks left to commission as an ensign. His mother and family were notified as the case was treated at Government Hospital.
A Confederate Veterans special from Texas to Macon was wrecked near Hastabuchie on the New Orleans and Northeastern. Four trainmen and six passengers died, including engineer W A Wood and Cicero Drone, a fireman. Several passengers injured as the derailed engine and five coaches overturned in heavy rain.
A reader cites a family anecdote from Clarendon about a brother with a severe cough who was cured by Dr King’s New Discovery after ten bottles. The testimonial claims he is now healthy and weighs 218 pounds. The ad touts quick safe reliable guaranteed relief for coughs and colds. Trial bottle offered free at druggists for 50 cents or one dollar.
Wyethville Virginia May 6 The Floyd Allen murder trial nears the end of week with nearly 100 witnesses yet to testify. The Commonwealth lists 65 names on its prosecution witness list and has heard 18. A juror says he saw Floyd and Claud Allen whisper before the shooting while he crawled to safety in the clerk’s fireproof vault.
An old time ad promotes Dr King s New Life Pills claiming they end bad habits and blues. It promises better feelings and relief for stomach liver and kidneys. Sold for 25 cents at druggists.
The comment suggests R. I. asserts the altercation is not yet finished and hints at ongoing conflict. No additional details on location or participants were provided.
Mr and Mrs W H Bishop of New York City arrived last night with their son, amid a death in the family.
Footers Paidons Methods and Processes offer spring wardrobe care in Maryland. Emphasizes cleaning and dyeing with modern appliances and long experience. Describes high quality service claimed as best in town.
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