Mayes Whitworth Wedding in Fair Play
Mayes and Whitworth wed at the bride’s home near Fair Play in a late December ceremony. The couple, from South Carolina and Georgia, shared a breakfast reception and a departure for Lavonia and Atlanta amid rice and an old shoe for luck.
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Bune Elisabeth Mayes
Henry Dewitt Whitworth
Fair Play
John Mayes
Fair Play Society
Rane
Whitworth
Fair & Bride
Henry Whitworth
Lavonia
Mendelssohn
Dora Mayes
Lizzie Marett
Emily Compton
Fither Marett
Dora
Mayes
Hilly Compton
Atlanta
South Carolina
Georgia
Patent medicine certificate for Foley’s Honey and Tar
Certification states all druggists may refund money if Foley’s Honey and Tar fails to cure coughs or colds. It halts coughing, heals the lungs, and prevents serious results from colds. Claims to cure grippe coughs and prevent pneumonia and consumption. No opiates. Genuine product in a yellow package. Refuse substitutes. Sold by all druggists statewide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Woley
Starte
Earry
Judge Refuses Decree On Georgia Prohibition
Atlanta January 1 Judge W P Newman of the United States Circuit Court refused to grant an injunction pending litigation to block the enforcement of Georgia's prohibition law. Papers for two breweries, one in Chattanooga and one in Cincinnati, were filed. the judge issued a memorandum stating no injunction will be granted, keeping prohibition in effect in all districts of Georgia.
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Atlanta
Georgia
W. P. Newman
United States Circuit Court
Chattanoonga
Cincinnati
Newman
Remedy claims for grippe and Lynching incident
An ad claims Shaplo Remedy and Foley’s Honey and Tar cure grippe coughs and prevent pneumonia, while a separate note reports a mob lynching in Brook Haven Mississippi tied to a policeman’s murder suspect, with Pillows of ManZan offered for piles at J. W. Bell Valhalla and W. Lunney Seneca.
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Brook Haven
Misg
Oakvale
Misa
J. W. Bell
Valhalla
W. J. Lunney
Seneca
Homemade Kidney Tonic Promised To Cure Rheumatism
An eminent authority recommends a home made mixture from Fluid Extract Dandelion one ounce, Compound Kargon one ounce, Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla three ounces, shaken and taken after meals and at night with plenty of water. It claims to cleanse kidneys and relieve urinary troubles, with many sufferers benefiting and some saved from misery. Local druggists offer to supply ingredients or mix the prescription.
Bank of Fairmont Safe Blown. $1200 Stolen
Enid Oklahoma January 2 robbers wrecked a safe at the Bank of Fairmont ten miles away and escaped with more than $1200 in currency.
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Enid
Oklahoma
Fairmont
Foley's Honey and Tar safety under Pure Food Law
Special announcement states Foley's Honey and Tar cough remedy is not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug Law as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. It is recommended for children and adults and sold by all druggists.
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Foley
All Drug
Alsts
County Treasurer Edwards Suspended in Berkeley
Governor Ansel suspended Berkeley County Treasurer Edwards on charges by Comptroller General Jones after an expert audit found a shortage of over $5,000. Auditor Wiggins case withheld due to no money loss and Wiggins requested suspension until he reaches Columbia.
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Columbia
An‘sel
Edwards
Berkeley
A.W. Jones
Wiggins
Jones
Pinesalvo Carbolized Antiseptic Sold Locally
Local drugmaker details a carbolized antiseptic named Pinesalvo that acts as a poultice drawing out poison and bacteria. It is marketed for chapped hands and lips and sold by J. W. Bell in Valhalla and W. J. Lun.
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Pinesalvo
J. W. Bell
Valhalla
W. J. Lunney
Seneca
Seaboard in Receiver's Hands
Richmond January 2 Judge Pritchard named R L Williams of Baltimore and R D Warfield of Richmond as receivers for the Seaboard Air Line Railway. The decree gives immediate possession of the system from Portsmouth Virginia to Tampa Florida including branches to coast points and Atlanta.
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Richmond
Pritchard
United States Court
R. L. Williams
Baltimore
R. D. Warfield
Seaboard Air Line Railway
Washington
Portsmouth
Tampa
Fla
Coast Points
Atlanta
Dr Shoop Cough Cure Promotes Safe Lung Healing
An advertisement touts Dr Shoop Cough Cure as harmless and safe for all ages, citing a mountain shrub extract called The Sacred Herb by Spaniards. It claims to calm coughs, heal bronchial membranes, and contain no opium or harsh substances. Also notes L A Emmerson resigns as assistant general freight agent Charleston and his office is abolished.
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Shoop
J. W. Bell
Washington
The
Southern Railway
L. A. Emmerson
Charleston
Oconee Farmers Union to Meet January 17 18 1908 Oakway
The Oconee County Farmers Union calls local unions to assemble January 17 and 18 1908 at Oakway to elect delegates and report from the Memphis National Convention. State Union gathering in Columbia January 22 1908 will organize a state constitution. J B Thereis and A N Prichard urge dues payment and full participation with J C Stribing expected to speak.
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Westminster
Farmers’ Union
Oconee County
Oakway
Memphis
Tenn
Columbia
C. 8. Barrett
Bro
J. C. Stribing
Pendleton
J.B. Thereis
A. N. Prichard
Mystery of the Alps ship wreck near British Honduras
News recalls the steamer Alps ashore off Grover's Reef near British Honduras as it carried William Adler and Moses Schwartz leaders of major New Orleans firms now in receivership. About $26,000 in groceries from Adler's firm aboard. Consul seeks to detain the cargo and probe for arms. Adler's backers say goods may be sold in Central American ports to recoup losses. The ship's age raises doubts about saving the cargo.
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New Orleans
Alps
British Honduras
William Adler
Moses Schwartz
Adler
Honda- Tan
Hhe
Making Good Promotes Medicine Popularity in era of Dr Pierce
The passage extols Dr. Pierce’s Medical Discovery and related products as superior and long lasting remedies for weak stomach liver and blood ailments. It contrasts lasting merit with many makers whose tonics faded, praising honesty and clear labeling, while noting the Favorite Prescription is for women and contains no alcohol. Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets remain leading liver pills, easy to take as candy.
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Pierce
Dr. Pierce
Dove drive tragedy ends in instant death near Aiken
During a dove drive near Aiken B F Tyler shot the top of his nephew’s head, killing a 12 year old boy, son of G A Humphrey of Atlanta. Tyler later attempted suicide to ease his pain. The item also includes an unrelated advertisement for Pinello’s remedy sold by local merchants.
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Aiken
Aiken Yeaterday
B. F
Tyler
G. A. Humphrey
Atlanta
Moon Shot Fatal. Tom Lindsay Sought By Authorities
James R. Moon a respected Highlands farmer died from Christmas night gunshot wounds after Lindsay allegedly confronted him in a doorway and declared Ive got you at last. Lindsay remains at large as Greenville officers pursue him. Moon’s death raises questions linked to a prior arson investigation in which Moon reported a blockade still connected to Lindsay. Witnesses say Moon had many friends in Greenville and the mountain region regrets his death.
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Greenville Herald
James R. Moon
Highlands Township
Tom Lindsay
Lindsay
Moon
Greenville City
Rufus Lindsay
A. H. Dean
Theresa Bagwell Weds John Grant At Home Ceremony
Christmas day nuptials joined Theresa Vera Bagwell of Bounty Land and John Ernest Grant of Seneca in a parlor ceremony at the Bagwell home. Rev. C S Blackburn officiated as Mendelssohn’s Wedding March sounded. reception followed with gifts and a luncheon. The couple will reside on First North Street in Seneca.
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Bounty Land
Dee
Theresa Vera Bagwell
Baylis Bagwell
John Ernest Grant
Seneca
Hecht
Mendelssohn
Leize Perritt
Miss Ora
M. A. Davis
C. 8. Blackburn
Seneca Baptist Church
Mra
Grant
First North Street
An Insidious Danger to Kidneys Warns on Early Treatment
A cautionary notice describes kidney trouble as an insidious disease and urges taking Foley's Kidney Cure at the first sign of trouble to correct irregularities and prevent Bright's disease and diabetes.
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Foley
Bright
Tugaloo Happenings in Madison and Nearby
Dec 30 report from Madison notes C M Abbotts drilling boys in penmanship at Tugaloo during Miss Pearle Lyles school vacation. Mentions visits by Miss Cecil Vickery of Toccoa, Christmas visits by Alma and Alpha Powell, and various local movements. Stonewall Pitts and Miss Callie Moore wed Christmas Day. Allison Lee listed as critically ill.
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Pulaski
Stella Bruce
Alma
Alpha
Lizzie ‘Powell
Pearle’ Lyles
Coker Moore
John Butt
DeWitt Powell
Westminster
Duke
Madison
John Lyles
Deer Court
Carolina
Bears to Meet The Kid in Jaw at Bo
Bears square off with a rising star at Bo in a notable showdown. The matchup pits strong defense against swift offense as both teams seek an early-season statement. Local fans expect a tense clash with potential standout performances from key players on each side.
Carnegie Family Christmas Tale From Scotland to New York
Mabel Potter Daggett recounts in the December Delineator how Andrew Carnegie and his family celebrate Christmas in New York after returning from Scotland. Santa visits with the Carnegie child Margaret, a drawing room tree, and a Scotch bagpipe musician while Carnegie reportedly injures his hand by a lingering decoration accident. A note touts Dean's Regulats as a laxative remedy.
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Carnegies
Scotland
New York
Mabel Potter Daggett
Santa Claus
Margaret
Fifth Avenue
Skibo
Andrew Carnegie
Bath
Santa
Priscila Praises Hollister Rocky Mountain Tea
In a brief exchange John asks about tea preferences and Priscila endorses Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea. She adds it “speaks for itself” and notes it makes lovely complexions, as recorded by J. W. Beil.
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John
Priscila
Rocky Mountain
Hollister
Priscilla
J. W. Beil
Neighbor Cat Debate Ends With Fence Tear Remedy
A Cleveland suburb resident asks a lawyer about nocturnal cat howling from a neighbor’s yard. The lawyer hints the man may legally tear down the fence to end the problem, noting the fence itself is the issue. The ad promotes Burdock Blood Bitters as a cleansing tonic for skin eruptions and impure blood.
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Cleveland
Lippincott’s
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L. A. Emmerson Resigs
Leea
Thors
Peientaeck
Dr. Shoop
Oconee Farmers' Union
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MYST
W. J. Lunnoy
Sonoca
Greenville
Moorshiner
Highlands ‘Township
Bagwell-Grant
Tugaloo
Thomas
Astoria
Bears
Castoria
Houchlins
Walhalla
Gib
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