19 Oct 1910
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Newspaper
Keowee Courier
Location
Walhalla, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1910
Page
1
A long account from Seneca recalls a community event with many names and details. The piece describes visitors, a medical care note, a dog return, and preparations for an exhibit show week. It covers committee roles, dates, prizes, and a plan for exhibitions at the Seneca fair within the county.
A Charleston Western Cayalian wreck south of McCormick caused multiple deaths and injuries as two trains collided head on after the engineer failed to give orders. The coroner's inquest identified Browder as the telegraph operator found at the scene, with investigations noting the dispatcher had issued orders too late to prevent disaster. The incident disrupted service and led to a formal inquiry by local authorities.
Westminster items cover a community mix of illnesses, visits, and social events. Names like Mrs. Woo. Gaveados and Prof. Hothend appear with health updates while others travel from Greenville and Athens with mentions of marriages and local happenings.
The obituary honors a prominent philanthropist and author aged 22 at marriage to Dr Samuel Tilley Howe. Known for dedication to study and literary efforts, she returned to New York after early life in Middletown. Her long partnership with Howe sustained a career of charitable work and public activity.
A list of jurors drawn to serve at the November General Sessions Court in Walhalla with presiding Judge Eynest Gary. Names include Alexander Westipinter, Carter Westminster, Haggerty Stem, Atchison West Mito, Duke Madison, and several others from Seneca, Westminster, Keowee, Tugaloo, Pownall, Wallin, and surrounding townships. The panel meets Monday November 7 under Sheriff GO. Fricks.
In a grim frontier incident near a ranch, Kethel and Wurtx Javald clashed over a prize horse. Kethel was shot dead by Walter Ay Tourta at the ranch outskirts after Kethel allegedly failed to surrender. The shooter claimed self defense as officers pursued the suspected assailant. Services for Kethel were planned at Old Stone Church Cemetery Association, with community efforts to cover medical and burial costs.
The notice reports the death of Stephen P. Barron at his home in Seneca, aged 67, following blood poisoning after an accident with a wire. Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church with Rev. Myron Kirkpatrick presiding. Survivors include a wife and several relatives, and mourners gathered at Wasden.
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