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Newspaper
Keowee Courier
Location
Walhalla, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1909
Page
1
196 acres near Walhalla known as the A P Holden place close to Oconee Station with 100 acres cultivated and 40 acres in bottoms. 60 acres of good strong red land, four first class houses in good condition including two large new houses. Trade offer includes possible exchange for land nearer town.
London reports two rival polar bids, American Discovery and British Peary expeditions, racing to plant flags at the pole. Capt. Robt. G. Scott launched a $200,000 fund drive while Herbert L. Bridgeman confirmed Peary’s plan for a winter 1909-10 launch.
Fragmented OCR text promotes health benefits of Succons with bold assertions and mixed names. It claims to improve stomach action, enrich blood, and strengthen the whole body while warning against weakness and sickness.
Commissioner T G Hudson president of the Farmers Union of Georgia Jr Lee and State Entomologist KL Worsham plan a conference soon to arrange a Georgia meeting tour to discuss eradicating the damaging black root disease. An appropriation of 10000 was provided by the General Assembly to fund this work with Georgia potentially losing about 1000000 this year from the disease impacting cotton and its seed.
The Executive Committee of the Sunday Behoul Convention announces a primary date of December 12 and a gathering in Leaven County. It calls for a program, securing sneakers, and ongoing date adjustments as needed. Local Sabbath schools invited UK county schools to decide hosting church and location. Jos M Burgens signs as County Secretary.
Fragmented OCR text describes a town event with TaTe Athene and royal attendees. Named individuals include Nev. WW. B Lewkine, Key, Borranghe, Calitarttz, and references to Watkin and Trlende among others. The passage mentions public notices, local councils, and county relations with a historic family presence and civic roles.
In Creenville Seotta Te B Allen was suddenly struck by Paralysia during a sermon at the Second Presbyterian Church West. He collapsed while speaking and received medical attention as local reports note the abrupt illness during services at the city church.
Westminster on September 14 reports Mrs. W J Gaines and daughter retire to Florida after a Gainesville Ga visit. Ada Marett at a Gainesville Miss party. many local residents traveling, visiting kin, and attending church. Royal Ambassadors meeting featured a missionary talk and a plan for a State missions event. Westminister High School grades organize a class. several local youths win scholarships and prepare for college. various residents plan winter stays and family gatherings.
A period describes early treatment steps for a sprained ankle, noting rest and specialized support. It mentions a preparation claimed to aid healing and suggests awaiting a faster recovery with bandaging and targeted care paths.
In Seneca two weddings drew local notice. Lois Cary wed James Wright at her home with Rev Blackburn officiating. the couple are prominent residents. Captain A W Thompson married Miss Men Bookhardt at Mr and Mrs Porritt’s home with Rev Hawkharn conducting. both brides are well known. The town’s paper also touts a big Farm and Factory advertising sweep with a White Steamer prize car for contracts, plus school events, dances, and revival plans.
In Fair Play on September 13 a long revival at Hapitat church closed last Sabbath. Rev J Williams of Greenville preached strongly, adding 65 to the church with 51 baptisms. Highlights include Williaine drawing crowds, Keaverdam church’s improving Sunday school, and Mrs Go B Mloyd mourning her husband’s death.
The community reports lawn parties hosted by Miss Lathe Mahaffey in honor of her cousins Mr and Mrs Babb and various visits by residents including Mis Jeromy Bruce and Mis Mathie Bruce. Local figures like Rev Dr Campbell and Miss ACH Crater are noted in social and church activities. attendees travel between Anderson, Bamberg, and nearby towns while school and family connections are mentioned.
In September at Union Pacific, South Bend, and allied rail routes, Tarriman’s ally and Plog friend were elected to head the executive committee amid moves to strengthen control of the Herriman deal. Jacob H. Schit and Willian Roetwieder gained positions replacing Harriman and the late H. L. Rogers, shifting leadership in the executive ranks.
The County Mariners Union met at Bounty Land schoolhouse last Saturday. After adjournment the Sunshine Society discussed a box party to benefit Sunshine Work with date to be announced. Miss Erhel Smith sails to Anderson to wed Dendy in Riveraddy school. Numerous local residents and visitors are noted, with church and school activities, farewells, and sympathy extended to families affected by illness and travel. The piece blends wedding news, school reports, and social updates across Benen and surrounding towns.
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