This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 12 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Keowee Courier
Location
Walhalla, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1910
Page
6
The Keowee Courier states that obituaries and tributes up to one hundred words are printed free of charge. Messages over that length require payment at one cent per word, with cash accompanying the manuscript, under the communications policy of the paper.
The message speaks of observing the Christmas season across Oconee with reflection and unity. It emphasizes cheerful spirits, charity, and remembrance of loved ones, urging kindness and shared goodwill during the holiday. It reflects community sentiments and the value of Christmastide.
A confused notice addresses mislaid links between the Keowee Cuuviee shop and the Norman Company. It explains no intent to mislead the public while stating J C Toehester supplied goods and that the business continues at the old stand, occupying two stores near Pitchford’s.
Quiet nuptials are recorded in Hopewell and nearby communities. Dora Land married Permy J. Wilson at the bride’s home with a small family gathering. The ceremony followed by celebratory well wishes and a brief reception, in a rural setting marked by modest attendance and traditional customs.
The account describes a gathering in Columbia with ministers and crowd of seed corn exhibitors from North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. Mayor Wythe Gibbes and Governor McP. Ansel deliver welcome addresses. Speakers include Prof Winley, Dr Martin, and agents Williams and Smith. The writer notes displays, farming talks, and plans for county meetings through March 1 to teach soil prep, cultivation, seed selection, and corn grading.
Local notes report visits by Mrs. Wol. Thomas and children to Mea Thomas in Lavonit Georgia. Joh n Jakley’s family moved to Westminster cotton mill for business. W Te Thomas and others were mentioned in town chatter. Several residents announced moves to new homes near Rich Tand Layout. Madame Hil Lodge attendance noted in Charlie ton. Unclaimed letters list includes names such as Matwell, Myre, Owane, Prather, and Forsong. payment expected to obtain them.
A poetic meditation venerates the Bethlehem manger and the Christ Child. It prays for divine guidance to comfort the sorrowful, aid the needy, and spread love and kindness among all people.
A Fertile Missouri man endorses electric writers for long standing complaints from backache to kidney disorders. He claims eye bottles wholly cured them and asserts a general health rise. The ad promises a 500 price with guarantees for liver trouble mood disorders and female complaints.
By virtue of an execution to me directed, W M Kay sheriff announces sale of real estate in Seneca Town fronting Main and Alley Streets. Two parcels described, part of a lot conveyed to W R Phillips and A Harbin, tied to the case The Patton Company vs W K Phillips. Sale set for Tuesday January 2, 1911 in front of the Walhalla Court House, terms cash. Purchaser to cover costs.
Jackson Chappell Boyd died yesterday at his Hampton street home after a Friday stroke. He had just retired as adjutant general of the South Carolina National Guard at age 62. Born November 18, 1848 in Selma Alabama, Boyd enlisted in 1862 and served in both Confederate regiments, later held civic and military positions in Georgia and South Carolina, and was appointed to lead the state’s militia movement before his death.
A garbled OCR note describes widespread winter ailments and remedies. It mentions frostbitten toes, cold sores, and burns with implied cures by a healer or salve called Mucklon's Arnieal Salvo. The fragment hints at medical claims and local health concerns in a period newspaper tone.
Richland activity centers on social meetings and local organization. Marcus McDonall returns from Columbia, families visit J Andongey home, 48 Cora Wyly spends weekend with relatives. The Richland young people form a ternary Boyeloty with officers Henry Hugh, Pauline Davis, Edward Verner, Cor Poster, plus committee members to plan the next gathering at Mrs S H Coo on Friday. Refreshments follow, about twenty members enrolled. Other notes include J P Stribling elected chairman, Ada Wyly’s improving health, and local names Muster Shanklin and Shanklin of Seneca noted.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.