Demand for Hearing On Rail Charter Shapes Local Transit Rumors
The Columbia report says C and O seeks an immediate Supreme Court ruling to confirm its state charter. The row raises two outcomes: either delays to Spartanburg and coast ports as through traffic plans proceed, or a plan to build beyond Spartanburg toward tidewater. Meanwhile a rumored Oct 12 auction of Anderson Traction property may draw Southern Railway into the fray to thwart interurban expansion.
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Columbia
Supreme Court
Spartanburg
Charleston
Wilmington
Savannah
Old South & Western
Tidewater
Doen
South & Western
Washington
Anderson
Anderson Traction Company
Southern Railway
Belton
Greenville
Southern
Effects of Dining Out
A methodical man touts strict routine only to face illness and fatigue after dining out with a business associate. At breakfast he fumbles with clocks and coffee while his wife reveals the culprit music box's late tune and a ruined morning. The tale ends with the hall clock stopped and the corkscrew stuck in the barometer.
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Method
Maria
Freddy
Wife in Jail for Life in Stillwater Divorce Case
James J. Brennan seeks a divorce from Stella Brennan who is serving life in Stillwater prison for murder. She was convicted in December 1905 for killing her step children, the Brennan children. She was saved from execution by giving birth. her daughter was born in prison and raised by the warden away from the crime.
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James J. Brennan
Stella Brennan
Stillwater
Minn
Brennan
Record Breaking Trip Sparks Local Banter at Plantersville
The Sept 18 report recalls Rainey Cathou's record road to Arundle Plantation in a Reo, with rival Martin racing back by rope. Observers note Cathou’s driving skill, Martin’s lead, and McDonald’s amused reaction as the tale ends with chatter about meals and patience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plantersville
Daily Item
Rainey Cathou
Arundle Plantation
Mercer
Mr. Martin
Martin
Herbert McDonald
Cathou
McDonald
Pellagra in Columbia Not Contagious Says Health Officials
A confirmed pellagra case in the University of South Carolina mess hall triggers general talk but health experts insist there is no contagious risk. State Health Officer Williams notes tests prove pellagra is not infectious, and advises that exposure through blood transfer is impossible. The patient, once socially prominent, is improving though several other local cases are under observation. Doan's Kidney Pills are touted as effective for kidney-related symptoms accompanying pellagra, with Georgetown testimonials endorsing their benefits.
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University of South Carolina
Williams
Columbia
Doan
Greater Georgetown
G. W. Watts
Front St
Georgetown
S.C
Dean
Iseman Drug Co
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Doap
Will Fight For Prohibition In State Legislature
Columbia Sept 20 Special A statewide prohibition bill may pass the next Legislature. Gov Ansel favors statewide enactment and will sign if it passes though he will not seek its passage. The Senate likely to block it. the House, which passed it last spring by 18 votes, faces renewed push from prohibitionists. Representative John G Richards Jr remains conflicted on his stance.
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Columbia
Ansel
Senate
C. A. Smith
M. L. Smith
House
John G. Richards, Jr
Prohibitionist’s Stand on Legislation and Agreement Trap
The piece notes a prohibitionist wavering on backing current legislation. It recalls his opposition to last spring’s compromise and warns allies not to fall into a local option agreement trap. He may feel bound by the previous pact while sharing in its perceived gains.
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Arundel
Gathon
Prohibition
Phenix Furniture Co
Stove House
Carolina Clay Company
Atlantic Coast Lumber Corporation
Fraser Street
S. C
L. M. Overton
H. L. Ellington
LeGrand G. Walker
O.H. Hughes & Co
Ashley Avenue
Charleston, 5. C
Dunmore
P. O. Box
Georgetown, S.C
Leader
Arrow
Nublack
Carolina Hardware Co
Pee Dee River
Kaminski Hardware Co
Georgetown, S. C
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