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Newspaper
Keowee Courier
Location
Walhalla, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1909
Page
4
Classified item states obituaries and tributes of respect under one hundred words are printed free of charge. Entries over the limit require payment at one cent per word. Manuscripts must include cash with submission. Walsallia date listed as Wednesday for issue timing.
The final issue of The Dorker extends Christmas wishes to readers, subscribers, patrons, and every citizen of Oconee and beyond. It hopes for happiness, peace, and plenty, extending to thirty-two states, Cuba, Mexico, and the Philippines, with a blessing echoing "Glory to God in the highest."
A politically charged piece denounces alleged fraud by Arbuckles and American Sugar Refining Company, accusing them of false weights to dodge duties. It calls for prosecutions and harsher penalties, arguing that large firms evade justice while the government suffers and taxpayers pay the price.
L. V. Dibble a Columbia cotton buyer for four years faces bankruptcy proceedings amid state and federal court developments. The defendant is described as a spy of Samuel Obie, a former congressman and prominent citizen, with notable influence and potential implications for ongoing subs pending and related cases.
Bankruptcy petitions filed in Federal Court while South Carolina farmers and cotton factors face litigation over futures delivery. Dibble’s liabilities near 75000 with 25000 assets as disputes over non delivery arise from farmers retracting contracts after price rises. An advisory editorial urges prudence and businesslike dealings to end gambling schemes in cotton futures.
The Greenwood Journal Christmas edition is hailed as a piece of art with beautiful covers and carefully chosen selections. It promises engaging content including an article from Eehoes from the Convention and observer opinions on the Matters treated therein.
At a recent meeting Columbia and Salisbury vied for a Lutheran Seminary with Columbia receiving 17 722 and Salisbury 14 350 while Charleston had 15 and Charlotte dropped out. Site options included Indianapolis and $8 000 from Charlotte plus $14 350 for sites. Mrs Welkenburg, wife of a cigar department manager, killed herself by carbolic acid after her husband rebuked her for visiting a man friend. she drank after he left to catch a train for New York. A sprained ankle typically sidelines an injured person for three to four weeks. Chamberlain’s Liniment may quicken recovery in three or four days. Sold by J W Bell Walhalla and W Wickliffe West Union.
Newark reports reveal Frances and Isabel Ritchie, aged 56 and younger, found dead in their home after a life of quiet seclusion. Initial natural death claims gave way to gruesome details, including a hat pin wound and possible murder, with investigators unsure if both sisters died by their own action or foul play.
In Dec 21 item from Peasant Grove local column laments health, mocks Union farmers, and praises nearby garden areas. Mentions Florence Ballenger teaching, M Hallenger alias M Norris, Craigs lumber work, and a satirical jab at cotton futures. Ends with a Christmas greeting and a separate Atlanta note about attorney G Arter fatally stabbing J A Smith in Justice Landrum’s office.
Roy Wood, a young white man tied to Sullivan's township, is jailed in Laurens on a charge of attempted assault against a young white girl about fifteen. The incident reportedly occurred last Thursday near the pasture. the girl screamed and fled to a house, while neighbors and Constable Abercrombie coordinated the arrest. The accused, about twenty one, faces possible denial of bail as the case proceeds. The report includes an unrelated advertisement for Bucklen's Arnica Salve highlighting skin remedies and piles.
Multiple rail incidents unfold with fatalities and numerous injuries. In Cleveland three killed, ten bruised. in Chicago Western Springs twenty five injured. Canton and Chamblee accidents cause deaths and injuries. Washington notes postmaster commissions expiring January 25 with incumbents to be considered.
CE to Debtors and Creditors all persons indebted to the estate of Bezra Cromer deceased are notified to pay the undersigned and those with claims will present them within the statutory period or be barred. December 22 1909. Notice of Pinalli and Discharge to Apply for Final Settlement of Ezra Cromer Estate in Oconee County Walhalla Court House January 27 1910 11 oclock AM. J J Cromer Administrator December 22 1909.
In the Court of Common Pleas for Oconee County the master calls all claimants against the estate of W A P Corbin deceased to present sworn claims at Walhalla Office by December 17, 1910. Master W O White oversees the proceedings. Published December 8, 1909.
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