20 May 1910
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Newspaper
Georgetown Daily Item
Location
Georgetown, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1910
Page
1
London May 20 Special: King Edward’s funeral draws over a hundred kings and princes while delegations from France and America receive limited recognition. Roosevelt remains a notable figure among onlookers as the event showcases royal pomp and public interest.
A telegraph from Atlanta reported by Avant's uncle and L A Parsons indicates a $100 reward for Avant's capture. Avant openly stated he was running away in Atlanta, while bondsmen Moss D. W. Avant and L A Pittsons guarantee a $3,000 bond.
The Wells and Florence solicitors discuss the Bigham Avant case with the Georgetown Court ruling, bond collection plans, and Sheriff Scurry's efforts to locate and jail the fugitives. An old joke about a bossed wife and a team of horses is also recalled.
In Moody Illinois district farmers report bright faces and strong plantings with cotton mostly in and corn looks better than years. The comet causes little damage while locals, including many colored residents, pause to watch. W R Caitlin claims top corn prospects and Camlin brothers own two fine automobiles amid talk of more autos replacing buggies.
The Blue Mountain Bachelors Club of Dayton Washington seeks wives for its members. Officials say over 1000 replies arrived from Pacific coast newspapers ads. Members will sort letters after harvest season and plan to expand branches where women are scarce.
A columnist argues that nine insurgents voted to remove the Speaker showing real nerve, while others lacked the will to finish the fight. The piece contends Cannon's alleged abuses justify ousting, and mainstreams show wavering compromise.
The State Democratic Executive Committee voted to raise candidate assessments due to a low treasury. Congressional races jump to 125 while governor and other state offices see raised fees, with a June 22 campaign opening date and a subcommittee for itinerary and rule revisions.
The piece praises nine men who shifted Democratic support and predicts the insurgents will face challenges in drafting a new tariff bill. It notes insurgents and Democrats hold power to shape policy and warns of potential future difficulties in completing real reform.
C T Smith and H L Oliver advertise fire life and casualty coverage at 625 Front Street. They list The New York Underwriters Agency The Home Insurance Company of North Carolina The Delaware Insurance Co The Mutual Life Insurance Co of New York The Maryland Casualty Co and offer indemnity policies including health and disability with auto liability and boiler risks. They invite calls at phone 130.
A Georgetown customer testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills cured back pain and kidney weakness after nights of frequent urination and severe loins twinges. The ad notes the pills are sold by Seman Drug Co and Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY as sole US agents, price 50 cents.
A damaged notice warns against using mercurial Gatarrh ointments marketed by Halls and Toledo sources. It cautions that internal use or external application can harm mucous surfaces and urges readers to avoid fake products and consult reputable pharmacists.
A Cedar Rapids Republican editorial urges the newly empowered House to craft a bill reflecting their agenda. It stresses disciplined action and decisive framing of policy priorities after the election.
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