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Newspaper
Keowee Courier
Location
Walhalla, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1907
Page
6
The Farmers' Union Bureau of Information promotes unity to save cotton profits, cites savings per bale, and outlines farming methods for corn including row widths, bedded land, and fertilization plans. It emphasizes pay for quality labor, warns against tricks, and urges sticking with trusted agents.
The writer argues that good lands can yield paying corn without fertilizer. If forced to choose one side application, nitrate of soda at final cultivation is favored. Early planting, water furrow placement, and late side fertilization aid the Williamson method more than plant stunt. The preference is for hard white grain with at least two ears per stalk, and modern harvesting uses machinery for all steps, including shredding.
In about 100 seed tests at Ames Experiment Station Iowa the seed produced 20 to 100 bushels more per acre. The results indicate good seed can yield increases around 50 bushels per acre in some cases.
An advertisement asserts no cough or cold case leads to pneumonia after using Foley's Honey and Tar. It warns to refuse imitations and promotes the genuine yellow packaged product as safe, effective, and free of opiates.
Turner Parish, about eighteen but looking older, was shot four times by D F Pool at a cotton mill in Kafaula Alabama after Parish drew a knife when Pool refused to pay him. Parish died before doctors arrived. Pool was wounded from ear to ear but is expected to recover. Parish had recently shot Courtenay Harrison earlier and faced no trial yet. he had moved from South Carolina.
Dr R V Pierce of Buffalo publishes a complete list of ingredients for his medicines and sends a free booklet asserting formulas are known, alcohol free, and made from native roots. The ad touts Favorite Prescription for women, claims Indian remedies informed its use, and invites readers to request the booklet.
Maxwell's Ferry March 18 reports visits by G W Gignilliat and J J Cromer from Seneca to J L McCarley, Homer Long from Hickory Flat, and many residents visiting relatives and friends. Notes include Mia Ila Beardon visiting Oakway, Miss Alice Gaines from Seneca, Fred Bowen at Fair Play, and J W Shirley and Frank McAlister on local business. Wm Trowbridge loses two milch cows. A newborn daughter brings congratulations to Furman Bowen and Mrs Thayror Brock. road work by W S Giles nears completion. Dr W T Hunt and Jack Harris noted in the area.
An advertisement touts Pino ules as a kidney remedy to cure backache lumbago rheumatism and related pains. The claim is a money back guarantee with “Relief in every dose” and sale through Dr J W Bell Walhalla and W J Lunhey Seneca.
Torreon Mexico March 23 Nine persons eight of them school children were killed instantly when the roof of a crowded public school building collapsed. The teacher and eight relatives were among the dead. Many are injured and buried under wreckage. Bodies were taken to the morgue as grieving families awaited news.
An explosion at about 11 45 Tuesday shook Prosperity and damaged the area near St Luke's church. A boiler owned by N R Lester exploded, killing his brother and a negro instantly and seriously injuring another negro.
An advertisement claims Foley's Honey and Tar cures coughs and colds. It warns to avoid imitation products and to seek the genuine item in a yellow package sold by J. W. Bell. The message emphasizes health benefits and brand advice.
A neighbor school janitor resigns after being accused of slurring. He explains he finds no fault but notes the chalkboard historic hints about common multiples and greatest common divisor were written, leaving him blamed when erased. The officer records his claim of honesty and fear of being blamed for the missing math writings.
An advertisement touts Dr Miles Restorative Nervine as a powerful nerve tonic that strengthens nerves, relieves nervous strain, and promotes sleep. A long testimonial from Williams of Boston Georgia describes epileptic fits improved after using Nervine and Nerve and Liver Pills, asserting life‑changing health. Miles Medical Co claims satisfaction guaranteed.
Clayton residents propose erecting a statue of Judge Logan E Bleokley to honor his ties to Rabun County and Clayton born near the area of the tax collector Will Smith. They urge funding from locals to place the statue at Bleckley School, celebrating his life and county fame.
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