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Newspaper
Keowee Courier
Location
Walhalla, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1912
Page
4
A fragmented plea urges Walhalt town officials and citizens to back a unified, economical government. It calls for honesty, restraint, and public-spirited action to pull Walhalla from a dire condition, stressing officials are public servants and opposing personal political paybacks.
In a scrambled political note from Greenville Molmont the writer mocks the unusual weather and forecasts, arguing Roosevelt may lead or be used as a political tool. The piece playfully converts place names, suggesting “Townly Land” as a mock alternative, reflecting local sentiment and satire.
In a historic disruption, the House stenographers walked out over pay cuts from 2 to 20 per folio, halting congressional procedure. Librarians warned reporters and staff to avoid interference, risking dismissal as tension rises between committees and witnesses. Meanwhile a fatal fire in Concord, North Carolina claimed Mrs. Budy and left her two children orphaned, after her clothes ignited near a stove and flames consumed her.
Westminster Jan 9 In the Westminster school auditorium last Friday evening the home talent presented Ne phew or Uncle to raise funds for the Week Lawn. Krist Watkins returned to Greenville after a visit to his aunt Mary Dilworth. Miss Jessie Martin returned to Oyom to continue studies. Mrs Wilton Mason and Mable of Greenville were visitors. J M Hiner secretary of the Oconee Marble Co. moved into the home of W Mavett. W M Jones now in charge of Westminster Hotel. Terrell assists at Frelslit depot and express office. Nina Keen seeks recovery. Mrs J S Steffin of Greenville was guest of Mrs J S Lawless. LD Witherspoon of Cross UI was in Westminster. George Novels of Macon returned home after a week with his father W W Norris. W J Deaton of Toccon was in town. T Ke Elrod to work for the Stockpipher Horse and Cattle Tonle Co. this year. Miss Mary Simpson visiting relatives returned to Atlanta. Miss Pearl Norris of Greenville spending time with relatives near Westminster. Lavender and Martha returned from extended visit to Greenville. Arthur Colley, clerk at Towers Cash Store, moved to Toveon to work for Smith & Boasey. Jo de Pos of Pickens in town. Miss Haile Norris returned to Roanoke. Miss Livate Harbers and Lester Mills married in Atlanta. Their future home with the Mekae, Ga. Mrs W A Diehl to wed William Pranets Shel- Hon Wednesday Jan 9 at the bride's mother’s house Mya A W Diehl Halti more Md. They will be at Westminster after January 24.
The Kelley family thanks friends and neighbors for the kindness shown after the illness and death of their daughter and sister. May God bless all who helped.
Local items from Seneca report Mrs W J Lunney returning from Charlotte visit. Clemson's George Fant and James Harrison visited. Week of prayer for Baptist women announced with first meeting at Mrs Marett’s home. Miss Ivor Brown teaches in Seath Spring. Miss Tattle Shelor stayed with PB Striping’s family. Mrs Mareth and Emily to Charleston for several weeks. Stribling elected track captain as team starts practice. Dendy works Edison phonographs in Alabama and Mississippi. Southern trains delayed by freeze. telephone service affected. Sunday worship attended despite bad weather. Ladies Society meeting postponed due to sleet. Mrs Stribling hosts stag dinner for Stribling’s birthday. Dr. age noted as youthful. Mrs Pasterfield to open boarding house above Huner’s and Mattison’s. S D P Cherry of Hendersonville visiting. Once-a-Week Club meets with Myre Ruskin Anderson studying Greek Tallanite literature art.
Uncalled letters listed for the Wall Hall post office for the week ending January 8 1912 include Addis Oldridge Benson Minte Suiphins Rey Hughs Johnny Jarrett J C McCall Mrs Joel Sanders Mrs Hatdah Williams Henry R Williams Mia Elizabeth. Call for advertised mail A C Merrick P M. Croupy cough remedy touts Chamberlains Cough Remedy as preventive aid. Thousands of mothers use it. Sold by all dealers.
An advertisement extols Electric Bitters as a grand protection against disease germs in air water dust and food. It claims the tonic cleanses the system and cures fever age and blood diseases, offering money back if not satisfied and noting a limited supply from druggists.
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