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Newspaper
Keowee Courier
Location
Walhalla, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1905
Page
3
A runaway incident nearly cost J. B. Orner his life as a severe leg ulcer plagued him for four years. Bucklin’s Arnion Salve swiftly healed the wound, also proving effective for burns bruises skin eruptions and piles. Sold at rag atoroa.
Mrs Mary E Cobb of Westminster died at the home of her daughter Mrs J W Reynolds in Walhalla last Friday morning at 9 16 o clock after a brief illness with pneumonia following a visit to her daughter who was ill She was in her seventieth year born October 25 1836 on Chauga creek youngest daughter of the late H H Hughs She is survived by five children E H Cobb Jefferson Ga W R Cobb Walhalla H R M T and J T Cobb Westminster and Mrs J W Reynolds Walhalla Funeral services were held at the family burying ground on Changa with Rev J H Stone officiating.
Valhalla resident Uncle Willis Moore a 71 year old star-route mail carrier, despite ice snow and fallen trees, started his daily 32 mile round and completed his trip on time. He has served many years for R. Houchins who provides stock and gear for star routes. A lighthearted exchange over swapping buggies underscores his dedication to delivering the United States mail.
A severe storm swept through the area causing heavy debris on sidewalks with fallen limbs blocking paths. Residents spent hours clearing trunks and branches while noting the fruit crop likely to suffer from the weather disruption. The atmosphere stayed cold but not intolerably so as cleanup continued Thursday into the day.
Melbourne man H Haggins credits Dr King’s New Discovery for saving his life after a doctor said he had consumption. He sought the remedy and recovered, praising its effect. The guarantee covers throat and lung diseases with trial bottles free.
Article promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as a remedy for sick headaches caused by stomach issues. It claims a dose at first symptoms can ward off or lessen attacks. Sold by J. W. Bell in Valle Hall a Linney and Seneca.
Clint Tatham an aged Confederate veteran died at his Millville home Sunday around 1 o'clock after a lingering illness. He was in his eighty second year and leaves a wife seven children and many relatives. He served bravely in the Confederate army. His remains rest at Westview cemetery with funeral services Monday at 3 o'clock conducted by Rev. A S. Jones.
Judges KR W Memminger of Charleston will head the Ninth Circuit and Goo i Prince of Anderson will lead the Tenth Circuit, which includes Anderson Greenville Pickens and Oconee counties. The contest in the Tenth featured Prince versus Thomas P Cothran of Greenwood with Prince ahead 80 to 69.
A large sale offers deep discounts on dress goods undergarments shirts and underwear. Men’s suits coats and pants reduced. hats shoes table linens and blankets featured along with miscellaneous items and housewares. A mix of fabric yardage and ready wear targets cost-conscious shoppers at a New York house auction sale.
Unclaimed letters for week ending February 11 1905 include J J Shirley and J M Merrick postmaster. Notice urges farmers and cotton growers to convene the next day in Walhalla Court House to boost cotton prices and attend as a united effort to ensure success.
Mild reliable physic noted as gentle and effective. Sold by J W Bell in Valhalla and W J Lunney in Seneca.
Henry Tietjen died at his home near Walhalla on Wednesday morning at age 76. A German native who came to America in early manhood, he served in the Federal army and was a government pensioner. He married Wilhelmina Brandt and is survived by one daughter, Mrs. G Q Smith. A Lutheran member, his funeral services will be led by Rev. H C Grossman and burial will follow in the Lutheran cemetery.
Columbia dispatches report on state legislative actions and local measures. Senate killed Pollock bill aiding Winthrop College and a bill to enter the fertilizer business. House passed rural school library bookcase bill. Mauldin bill restraining hotel and beer privileges recommitted, likely killing it. Abbeville to Anderson county annexation bill died in Senate. Also notes Atlanta Journal starting Sherlock Holmes stories series for three months with $2 yearly Sunday subscription and back numbers available via The Courier.
Editora Courier thanks Valhalla residents and country friends for kindness during the illness death and burial of Mary B. Cobb May the blessings of a kind Heavenly Father rest on their homes. Signed by W. R. Cobb and Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Royoulda
A Charleston policeman, J. W. Dean, shoots and kills a Black man in Saturday incident, alleged self defense. The case adds to a string of crime reports from Columbia area and nearby counties.
A reader from Lanonater, NT, praises Electric Bitters as a cure after years of indigestion and nervous debility. The testimonial claims the remedy helped both him and his wife, calling the elixir splendid for female troubles and a grand tonic for weak, run-down women.
The State Superintendent informs County Superintendent J B Colley that the next teachers examination will be on May 19, 1905. The board adds readings from Mistakes in Teaching and Current Events and recommends Little Chronicle for current events. A list of colleges whose diplomas exempt teachers from examination includes South Carolina College Wofford Furman Clemson and others including Benedict Avery Allen University and Colored institutions. J B Colley Co Supt Education Oconee Feb 8 1905.
Public auction ordered by Palmetto Bank and Trust Company in Pocotal orderly proceeding. Land includes Tract 1 110 acres and Tract 2 120 acres along Chana and Chauga creeks in Oconee County with adjacent lands, as described in 1903 plats by C T Dean. Payment terms: half cash day of sale, balance in annual installments with interest, purchaser to furnish notes and mortgage. Sale conducted by W C Whith Master for Oconee County on February 8 1905.
A buyer advertises 100 bushels of Selected Cotton Seed for planting. The note mentions the variety 7 loall, indicating a specific seed selection available for sowing.
For sale cabbage plants in 1871 track business offering Marly and Late varieties. Plants grown near salt water endure severe cold. Price 1 1 2 per 1000 special rates for larger orders. Ships O D when money not accompanying. Address D P Towles & Son Magotts 8 S 0 ARNETT Green Pon
Attorney for the owners advertises three tracts of land in Ocono County formerly of John B Sitton, offered privately at 8.50 per acre cash or half cash with balance in twelve months secured by mortgage. Some minors require court intervention for title at owners cost. January 18 2005.
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