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Keowee Courier

Location

Walhalla, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1912

Page

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Beaverdam Association Holds Large Meeting at Westminster

The Beaverdam Association closed its Westminster session after a harmonious, well attended meeting. The Woman's Missionary societies raised over 800 dollars this year and set a 1000 dollar goal for next year. Committees were named to select a site for a Gyptist Meh school in Occuvecou mountains and to raise funds. The next session will meet at Shiloh Baptist Church in Anderson County on the Tuesday after the first Sunday in August 1913.

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Lawton Brown Tied to Athens Murders in Police Case

RLU Real reports Lawton Brown confessed murderer linked by police to at least twelve of fifteen murders of vogee women in Athens during the year. Detectives connect Brownhs to the Black Mipper and note Brown’s calm demeanor and knowledge of crime scenes. Brown denies guilt beyond one alleged offense.

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President Johnson Refuges at Winey College Visit

Fragmented report mentions President Johnson and Winey College in Rock, South Carolina, with references to securing services and education initiatives. The text is garbled, but hints at discussions over funding, salaries, and college expansion in the recent days.

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Death of Confederate veteran John Pollard Scruggs in Greenville

John Pollard Scruggs, 72, a longtime Greenville resident and Confederate veteran, died at his Perry Avenue home after a period of poor health. A former Murfreesboro Guards member later known for steady service, he was active in Walhalla and Oconee County. Funeral service at Branden Methodist Church with active pallbearers and community remembrance by neighbors.

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Railroad Excursion Plants to Charleston Amid Turbulent Departure

In Charleston the Southern and Atlantic Coast Line railways plan extensive excursions with over a thousand workers, aiming to move toward the northern routes. Advance ticket sales have surged, while the crowd dispersal hints at large-scale departures for projected routes amid a tense period of railway expansion and worker relocation. A Charleston representative vows to safeguard passenger comfort during the journeys. Nearby, Edward Wray of Cherokee County died after a drowning incident near Goat Fall River, following a failed rescue attempt by a companion from Mahommet staff.

News and Courier Vath Wham Charleston

Coll Meeting Call for Local Parliament Attendance

A called meeting of the Local Parish Council is scheduled for Saturday at 1 o clock. Members are urged to attend, Burley, Secretary, notes.

Congress Walon Burley

Letter from Tillman explains stance on race for SC race

In a Washington letter, former South Carolina senator Tillman clarifies he has not written to influence the governor's race. He defends neutrality, condemns telegrams and rewards aimed at directing votes, and urges voters to rely on clear vision and education rather than heated exchanges. He cites his role in establishing the primary system and laments partisan quarrels hurting the state's credibility. He also notes his health prevents active campaigning and emphasizes his wish for calm, informed public discourse.

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Wolf Stake meetings restored with campfire plan

The Wolf Stake county chairmen announced the rescheduled 47 camp meetings after citizen requests. The original Wolf Stake gatherings were to be held at Tanase and Woll Stake Baptist church with dates shown as August 160n and the Tomasgsee meeting.

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End or Congress Come Soon

Washington reports Congress nears adjournment after a 200 day session marked by House Senate clashes Democratic and independent Republican factions. Major appropriation bills and policies have stalled as politics resist progress amid hopes to adjourn in the coming week.

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Unclear accident report at Dartington August

Fragmentary text describes an incident at Dartington on August 10 involving W Cappes and a ball. The lines are garbled with missing phrases and unreadable names, making the exact sequence and outcome hard to determine. The report mentions a person named White and a possible danger but lacks coherent details.

Wish offeiat positions to behave and speak gently

Parliament language and duty guide proper conduct amid public debate. The writer urges bold, truthful speech by those who must act for the people and criticizes costly, unproductive campaigning. Aimed at preserving the state's name, the piece cautions against prolonging harmful practices and calls for restraint this year.

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Memorial exercises honor Ray Kn Anderson Jr

Aug 18 Seneca held memorial services for Ray Kn Anderson Jr at the Presbyterian church led by the Wittig Workers. Eight boys and girls performed songs and recitations as Mrs. W. P. Held coordinated the program. Numerous friends attended the sombre proceedings reflecting on Anderson’s Boy Scout and public service.

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Confederate Home Controversy Over Voter Pressure in August

In Columbia on August 12 editors discuss protests by Confederate Home inmates over alleged pressure to influence votes for Governor and a county race. A veteran-led dispute centers on claims that voting for certain candidates would trigger reprisals, with several figures named and a temporary 30 day suspension of a resident for patrolling actions.

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May widow on MNF story sparks investigation and arrest

A fragmentary report describes a murder tied to a confessed motive at a Greenmaville store. Authorities pursue a deputy sheriff investigation led by Van Marit as a fake reward prompts focus on suspects and the missing proprietor.

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Oconee Campaign Meetings Schedule Revealed

Local campaign listings show events across multiple towns in August. August 16 in Salem, August 10 in Walllake, August 22 in Madison, August 25 in Westminster, August 28 in Westminster Cotton Mill, and August 22 in Oakway with talks by County Campaign organizers.

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