Distinguished Col Thompson visits Columbia in 1860s era tribute
A long profile honors Col Robert A Thompson, South Carolina lawyer and journalist, survivor of the 1860 Secession Convention, and longtime editor at Keowee Courier. The piece recalls his influence, patriotism, and ongoing civic work, praising his memory and continued engagement with the Commonwealth. It also notes a May 1 tax report snippet about corporate taxes and revenue projections.
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Robert A. Thompson
Aftairs
Walthall
Commonwealth
Bslite
Thompson
Charleston
Fito
Walhalla
South Carolina
Keawee Courier
South
Cringer
Rath
Sunday School Convention Opens with Region Churches
The Beaverdam Baptist Association will convene at South Willon church on May 28 and 29 for devotional over, delegate mobilization, and essays on Sunday school work. Notable speakers include Rev. J. W. Slone and Rev. A. P. Marett, with questions raised on denominational scope, adult member involvement, and Sabbath observance. The program features papers, superintendent duties, and discussions of opening and closing exercises.
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Slone
W. My Brown
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A. P. Marett
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P. Wood
C. S. Blackburn
J. Bo Maris
Mt, Lavender
Mira Katly Harvila
Corn Growers at Oakway Meet in May
Westminster May meeting of the Corn Growers Association set for Oakway on Saturday May 21 at 11 o clock. All farmers growing any crops urged to attend with questions ready for Prof D N Barrow Clemson and Prof J N Harper to discuss corn growing and fertilization. Local farmers and practical growers to share experiences. wives and daughters invited to help. Secretary Prichard notes, a note on rheumatism promotes Chamberlains Liniment.
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D. N. Barrow
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J. N. Harper
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Prichard
Arrest in custody case ends with alleged desertion
In Wilmington on May 10 the case of Johan Seheek against his wife and twins sparked incidents after the birth of the twins. Seheek allegedly became violent, was sent to jail, released, and later allegedly fled to Philadelphia with Mrs Scheck and the children, returning under an assumed name. He is said to have shown affection to his older child while treating the twins poorly.
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Unclaimed Letters at Walhalla Post Office Week Ending May
The Walhalla post office lists unclaimed letters for the week ending May 1 1900 including Whitehallbrooks W T Harvey 1 1 Hotmany Vint Istor W J Morgan Jd AL Steward Julia 8 1. Recipients are asked to call and say they were advertised. Also reports a showman’s death by carbonic acid after a weak animal show on Kingslroot opposite Columbus. No reason given. despondency suspected due to alleged affair with a white woman.
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Kingslroot
Calumbus
Mai
Local party candidates announce bids for Oconee posts
A series of Democratic party candidate declarations for Oconee County offices including Treasurer County Commissioner and House of Representatives. Names such as W J Schroner J B Hopkins Dilsstover Jackson Miller Jess Is Bme Jos W StieLor and others announce re election or new candidacies subject to party action in the upcoming primary.
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Oconee County
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W. StieLor
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Neredy Annouce
House of Representatives
Fou County Auditor Candidate Announcement in Conge County
A candidate declares intent to run for Auditor of Oconge County under the Democratic party. He asks for public support and pledges to perform the duties of the office to the best of his ability if elected.
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Oconge
Democratic Party
Petition drive to pardon husband sparks cross chamber appeal
County officials report a May demonstration as residents press the Home and Senate to urge the President to pardon a husband jailed for fourteen years over New York bank wrecks. Many Congress members signed, though some declined. Charles Morse, noted New York financier, was cited in connection with federal cases in Atlanta.
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