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Newspaper
Keowee Courier
Location
Walhalla, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1909
Page
1
Queen Quality Shoes announces a new line of Queen Quality Oxfords. The shoes are described as beauties that will please the eye and fit the foot, with every pair guaranteed. Prices listed are 2.50 3 and 3.50 dollars per pair.
Local WALHALLA, SOUTH CAROLINA advertisement for C. W. and J. E. Balknight urges customers to pay cash. The notice highlights cash payments as the preferred option for prices and service.
J M Gillison, oldest resident and a man of strong conscience, died February 12 after a partial stroke. He leaves a widow and seven children. Funeral held at Seneca Cemetery with services by Rev. Kirkpatrick.
Laurens Weggman’s Pal John Shupson, a professional gate blower from Baltimore, was arrested at 3 a.m. in the act of blowing the safe in Charley Burnsett’s store. Bolte Alvmonson, patrolling nearby, found the door unlocked and confronted the intruder as nitro and tools lay scattered. Simpson, in police custody, confessed oper ating in Jacksonville and claimed ties to Charley Slax, the yoggman killed by a Laurens policeman. he said he would have killed the officer this morning.
A severe northwest storm struck Peb 14 at about 2 PM, blowing down a church and killing Dick Marries wife and one child of Maggie Bennett, injuring eight of ten others. About 714 people were inside when the roof collapsed but the arched ceiling likely saved most lives.
A local dealer touts Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as the best selling medicine for babies and young children. The advertising claims it treats coughs colds and croup and is pleasant and safe for children to take. Available from Dry W Bell and other listed outlets in Walhaligy, Seneca, and surrounding areas.
In Columbia on February 16 Thomay 8 Sense Bolleitor of the Sovwnte Gly eit, Van Losday eleated Jug of that advenit Without opposition to til out the unexiired tern of Judge 1. Wi ydvick pleated ton Me Sigiveme Cour, There Was tale at other candidates, Dat noi was nominated today and Mr. Buase was pluetelt without oppo wition. He waslected to Allott the Unexpired term and then for a ral term of six years.
Westminster February 16 special: wedding news for Miss Mary Messer and A S Stewart at Halla street home. The ceremony led by Rev A P Maren with Mr J Gray, O S Maret officiating. couple left for Greenville amid rice. Mrs Messer, daughter of Elizabeth Mower, admired for charm. groom described as capable and steady.
Nashville jury pool finally seated in the Cooper murder case charging Col. Duncan B. Cooper Robin J. Cooper and John D. Sharp with the slaying of former Senator W. Carmack. The panel endured extensive vetting with many illiterate or previously connected jurors and a long selection process. The jury found a first degree charge and mercy recommended. Cox was sentenced to death after defense efforts, while other details describe jurors and court events.
A marginal piece argues that cold exposure fosters dangerous diseases like consumption and pneumonia. It claims that a proven remedy, Chamberlains Cough Remedy, wards off coughs and destroys culture beds where germs develop, preventing illness and reducing infection risk.
In a partial extract, mentions include a cleric, J. Gudler store, association with John M. Benson at the apothecary and express office, current with J. & J. 8. Garter, and individuals Nine Hupkaia Prot, John A. Durham, Mrs. A. P. Marett, Mig Bowlah McDonald, Robert Walker, and Mrs. Ronette Wyele of Lynch Georgia visiting W. M. Dillard for a week.
Boece Bow reports the Piedmont Electric agreement to supply power for Nehts to scout 8815 dollars with completion in ninety working days and a new depot plan advancing, while a lively week unfolds with Valentine parties, social circles, and visits. Notable events include the Oneceie Week Club gathering hosted by Mrs Jake Verner with elaborate decor, a Tuesday Social Circle organized by Mrs GC V McCarrey, and a series of entertaining meetings, travels, and family visits across Seneca town life.
Notes from Conneross report a February Valentine gathering at Mrs. Jafferson's home with Miss Katherine Macaulay and others. Winners of the Valentine contest received a box of stationery, and guests enjoyed socializing, music, and a long-remembered tribute to the Sunday School teacher Mrs. Tatekon.
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