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Newspaper
Keowee Courier
Location
Walhalla, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1910
Page
4
Yesterday's election brings a complete change in Valhalla's local government. The Courier pledges loyal backing to the new administration and urges united effort for the town's advancement and steady upbuilding on all lines, including support for Wathfull Road improvements.
The New York Institute of Arts and Science voted to remove Dr Cook from its membership amid a wave of dismissals. The piece notes President Tart's abrupt action against Gifford Minchett and the awkward public response, concluding with a caustic, fable like quip about misidentification and bravado.
Coroner Leavitt reports Velnan Velonan died in his room at the Phim Hotel after being poisoned by a woman he met in Chicago and traveled with to Terre Haute. He left a note accusing the woman who allegedly stole 3500 worth of jewelry and planned to return it in New Orleans. Police pursue the suspect as details unfold across multiple cities.
Kiles Phd, a prominent farmer and county officer, fatally kills his wife and six year old son and three year old daughter, seriously wounds his niece, and ends his own life by cutting his throat. The crime occurs at daylight in Bullinger Texas as he assists his wife with fires then attacks family members with a hatchet and knife. The incident shocks the community where Kimbler was known for his status and popularity. The young woman’s condition remains serious and uncertain.
The Library of Congress music chief declares Dixie the first patriotic American song. He says it bridges North South tensions, stirs friendliness, and signals a hoped for strong union. The piece notes its appeal across races and urges Southern performance for full effect. Also discussed are penny savings ads, a bereavement note for Iva Maud Blakeley, medical concerns over diphtheria care, and a taxonomic remark on land needs per capita.
Washington January 7 Gifford Pinchot chief forester and ally of Theodore Roosevelt is dismissed from the U S service by President Taft for insubordination. Associate Forester O W Price and Assistant Law Officer Alexander C Shaw resign with Pinchot. Senator Dolliver's letter to the Senate precipitated the clash and Taft vows to uphold executive order and confront the insurgent critics. Tall Cheyenne Wyo January 9 Potter to head forestry bureau says he will cooperate with western livestock and forest interests.
Special notes from High Balls columns listing numerous local visitors and visitors to homes in Pickens Cross Roads Westminster and other nearby towns. Mentions include Miss Addie Grogan Johnnie Brucke and families such as Grogan Knox Barker Mauldin Campbell and others. A drowning rescuer obligation is noted.
Auditor's office in Oconee County opens January 1 1910 to February 20 1910 for real and personal property returns. Real estate lots and buildings to be assessed. numbers of acres lots and buildings must be exact. Delinquents face penalties. Polls taxed for males 21 to 60. Dogs to be returned with property. Multiple local sample collection sites listed with dates and hours 10 am to 4 pm.
H W Lawson of Hoston arrived yesterday to confer with Burley Tobacco Society officers about purchasing the entire pooled crop of 118,000,000 pounds. He reportedly offered 20 cents a pound and may seal the deal with a $2,009,00 check, representing a Boston syndicate. Also notes odd line about salmon pike and goldfish sleep.
A nostalgic ad urges readers to repair wagons buggies and carriages at lower cost than new, promising better workmanship improvements and more room and hoof care. It notes 1909 average shoeing 740 per month and targets 50 per month in 1910 with a New Year greeting and a December 1 1910 prize draw for a two horse wagon worth 50 dollars with five dollar purchases.
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