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Newspaper
Keowee Courier
Location
Walhalla, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1906
Page
5
A garbled section of a meteorology column yields fragmented phrases about weather records, forecasts, and possible regional notes. The readable fragments reference timing in October and mention weather topics without clear data or conclusions.
Unclaimed letters listed for the Walhalla post office for the week ending October 1900 include W.F. Britt and Enos Brown among others. A Spartanburg wedding occurred October 6, 1906, at Abbeville, uniting Charles O. Kirby and Eva Kirby. the groom is a noted Spartanburg merchant and not known to be related to the bride.
An article notes a child cured of an awful cough and pneumonia after using Chamberlains Cough Remedy. It also mentions local notices, marriages, deaths, a public meeting, and a crime report with injuries from a stabbing and shooting near here.
Norfolk Ledger Dispatch reports threats of lynching at Myrtle Virginia after a 9 year old Lola Langford was attacked by a man named Underwood who warned her not to scream. She screamed anyway and the assailant fled toward the railroad tracks and was later captured by authorities. Local officials vow investigation and caution amid unrest.
Westminster October 10 notes the death of J P McDonald long a faithful Methodist steward and Sunday school superintendent. He served as route carrier on the RAF system, left a widow, four daughters, five grandchildren and five sisters. Services were led by Rev G T Hardon Jr with burial in the town cemetery. a large gathering paid respects.
A testimonial from De Woloh of Tekousha, Illinois, touts Bucklon’s Armos Salve as prompt for cuts sores and all skin injuries. Claims quickest pile cure known and complete healing salve sold at 20 cents by druggists.
Reports from Bluefield Virginia dated October 6 describe a fatal mine explosion with at least 75 to 100 workers killed or missing. Rescue teams searched through the night for victims as the company kept details secret. In Pocahontas several town residents were killed and other global calamities are noted in a long dispatch.
County treasurer announces tax collection for state county and special taxes for 1906. Books open Oct 15, 1908 to Dec 16 with no penalty. penalties rise from 1 percent in January to 7 percent in March. After March 15, taxes enter execution. Tax receipts requested for each township or district. Lists several levies including constitutional school tax, ordinary county tax, bridge and road funds, sinking fund, and several district special school taxes. Poll tax applies to males 21 to 60 except certain Confederate soldiers and others exempt by law. Treasurer W J Schroder signs.
Local footwear maker touts wide appeal with comfortable fit and durable build. Company emphasizes value to customers in Las and surrounding areas while expanding distribution through recognized retailers.
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