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Newspaper
Keowee Courier
Location
Walhalla, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1908
Page
4
Advertising rules state two personal character notices are free if under one hundred words and tributes of respect fall under this, with any longer notices charged at one cent per word. Manuscripts must be paid with cash accompanying submissions.
Walhalla residents condemn the Blue Ridge schedule cuts that hurt passenger travel and demand restored service. They insist the line be run to cover travel needs from Charleston, Columbia, Washington, Charlotte and southern states, stressing the town’s reliance on adequate rail access.
The Courier announces a shift in its staff with the departure of veteran writer Jaynes in April and the addition of a new member, Selvodon, amid a farewell to long time editor Lyle. The paper pledges steadfast service to Oconee and the surrounding country, aiming to maintain weekly publication and forward momentum.
The News and Courier notes new standard INVENIO charges for senatorial candidates and reports withdrawals from the race. It also mentions sales of baby carriages and a line about exiline-catch, with other stray items including Good sehen and Kolie.
The issue notes John Jay Gould declining to comment on personal affairs while referencing Anna. It reports the death of Willam A. Courtenay creating a Peabody Educational Board vacancy and praises Governor Ansel as a qualified successor. It covers a Medical Association push for broader doctor representation in state lawmaking to better safeguard health and policy issues.
An old medical note touts Dr Kings New Life Pills as reliable purifiers to ease biliousness jaundice and digestive stagnation. Claims they cleanse the system without griping and are available at druggists.
Rev J J Shusteron filled his regular appointment at Center on Sunday attracting a large attentive congregation. Numerous names appear in the social column including Mrs Russell Rearden of Connross visiting her father Andrew Rearden. Thad Gates family of Pownville spending the weekend. Leard Moore of Seneca and cousin Ming Calda Moore of Greenville visiting Abbury Moore. Rev J G Graham home on vacation after a year abroad. Alvin Henderson on business for Bearden & family. John Crate and Wo Craig of Wathallt with Ada of Pleketia visiting. Miss Mary Hates taking part in ball practice at Westminster. Easter egg hunt postponed due to rain. prep for May event by Profs McCraw and Wilkerson.
A damaged note promotes Touch of Natur with a claim that it cures a cough and benefits the whole world. It urges readers to write letters for publication and mentions sale by AEOW. Bell, Walhalla, W. J. Bamney, Renee.
April 19 report: Casale Chadwick and Mme Mambert allege being assaulted by Henri Rochette a 30 year old Frenchman. He is accused of taking 20 million from French and Spanish investors in exchange for bogus company shares. Rochette arrested. trial scheduled.
New York April 18 Frank Gould says wealth has cursed him as he and his wife separate He plans a trip to Hot Springs Virginia while his wife and children stay behind He blames money for the rupture and claims neither is entirely at fault Mrs Alfred G Vanderbilt wins absolute divorce suit in New York April 18 She may remarry in three months and alimony of 5 million is recommended Vanderbilt wealth estimated at 40 to 50 million.
O B Wooleyer of LeRaysville New York recalls twenty year health impact from Bucklen's Arnica Salve claiming cure for bleeding piles. Ad touts Bucklen's products at local druggists and notes upcoming Reverend Rhett Doyle speaking event. Also reports visits from relatives, minor illnesses, and a testimonial praising Chamberlain's Pain Balm for rheumatic pain with local sales listed.
April notices detail sermons by Rev Doyle at Whitmire and Rev Hudson from North Carolina. Local residents T Harrison of Walhalla and J Wigington with Osea Hekens visited the Little River area. Pulpit duties by Mr Bond of Walhalla and 1st Sunday singing and prayer meet are announced. all day event with dinner on the grounds and baskets requested for Jack.
An all-day singing is planned at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church on the first Sunday in May. Everyone is invited and asked to bring well-filled baskets. Special invitation extended to good singers as this is the first all-day singing this year.
The Semi Annual Singing Convention will meet the second Sunday in May 1908 at Poplar Springs Baptist Church. Prot. 4. B. Vaghai from Athens Ga will attend, a treat for first time attendees and returning guests. JF Morton is president and Norton Cox secretary.
Deputy Collector SCRUGGS announces seizure near Walhalla of two mules a harness a hogshead of corn whiskey and four barrels of corn whiskey tied to claims by W D Roach and John Smith with Will Carver. Bond required within 30 days else forfeiture to the United States under several sections.
A Chapel Hill Dispatch reports Philip R. Meade, UNC alumnus and son of Rev W. H. Meade, shot himself in the mouth on a Saturday afternoon. He went to a friend's room, undressed, and fired the fatal shot while alone. He was in good health and a notable baseball player. No motive or calls for the act are given.
The County Board of Commissioners will advertise to the lowest responsible bidder for the Lawrence on Keoweeiver road project. The sale will occur on a public day in May 1904 at 11 o'clock. Bids must include bond double the amount and comply with the notice requirements. The clerk McAllister announces April 1908.
On Monday May 4 1998 at 11 oclock am in front of the Court House Walhalla S C the administrator will sell for cash the estate of William F Ervin now deceased. Items include ten shares in People s Bank of Walhalla two notes and accounts from the estate and other assets appraised as doubtful.
Tamassee April 20 residents report a tense Bethyl Sunday school session as a 3 o'clock Easter egg hunt occurred among children. Mrs J B Boaty and children from Walhalla visit W B Rankin family. Bethel members attended Preabytery in Walhalla. Easter Sunday blessed with clear skies.
The Walhalla Democratic club will meet next Saturday afternoon at the Court Howe at 4 o'clock to elect delegates to the county convention and transact other business.
The Democratic citizens of Picket Post are educated to meet at the Picket Post school house on Saturday April 25 at 2 PM to organize the Picket Post Democratic Club and conduct other necessary business, voters.
Mount Pleasant April 18 The health of this community is reasonably good and prosperity seems inevitable The outlook is better for the future Rev W J Spearman preached his rag war appointment here on the first Sunday and organized a lively Sunday school with Mr Bruce as superintendent An all day service will be held at Mount Pleasant on the first Sunday in May Everyone come and be well
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