Preliminary trial of Warren Williams for assault and battery
Magistrate Easterling tried the state case against Warren Williams on Saturday charging assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature. Williams, bound over in 400 bond to await trial, allegedly attacked his wife with a razor on March 18 and attempted to cut her throat. He was arrested in Cheraw and returned to jail. The parties are described as negroes. Williams claims he fled the country. The case will be heard at the criminal court term in June.
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Easterling
Warren Williams
Williams
Cheraw
Greene
Matheson
Criminal Court
Two Fine Speakers for Commencement Exercises
Hon George B Cromer and Rev A J S Thomas to speak at Murchison school commencement. Cromer, former Newberry College president, to deliver the literary address on May 25 with the trustees and faculty praising the choice. Thomas, editor of the Baptist Courier, to deliver the baccalaureate sermon on May 15. Also a note promoting Preventives cold remedy tablets with price and sale info.
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Ton George B Cromer
Newberry College
Murchison School
Cramer
Monnettsville
Ian
JS ‘Thomas
The
Baptist Courier
Thomas
Bennettsville
Letter on McLendon progress from Wilmore
A 1908 Wilmore Kentucky letter to Clarence Breeden reports Baxter McLendon thriving in his studio work. The writer notes his advanced skill despite years out of school and sends best wishes. An advertisement extols Shoop's Cough Cure as safe for infants and adults, touting its herbal healing and lack of harsh ingredients.
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Wilmore
Kentucky
Clarence Breeden
Bennettsville
Baxter McLendon
Tie
Qwy Duby
Demianis
Shoop
J.P. Doulas
Pole topples injuring planters bank worker at dawn
E R Tomerasson of Bell Telephone was on a pole in front of Planters Bank when the supporting pole snapped. He fell to the ground suffering bruises but no broken bones. Doctors Carmichael and Crosland attended him at his home. He had avoided a fatal impact by not wearing a safety belt.
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Ricomerasson
Planters Bank
Omerasson
Tie
Drs. Carmichael
Crosland
Thomerasson
Bell Telephone Company
Lehan
Yomerasson
Stres
Ibis
Tomerasson
Life Saved by Watch in Darlington Shooting
Mr Adolph L Orrell agent for Atlantic Coast Little Railroad was shot by a negro during a break in theft at his office. A struggle over a pistol ended when the weapon fired injuring Orrell but sparing a fatal wound due to a watch in his pocket. The assailant escaped with the pistol. a crowd gathered to aid in his capture.
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Darlington
Adolph L. Orrell
Orrell
Atlantic Coast Little Railroad Company
Carr
Nero
Oryell
Smith & Wesson
News and Courier
Owens for the House urged by supporters amid concern
Vague readers recall Owens's long ties to Rock Lilbover and local business. Supporters push him for legislative service this summer while friends hope he recovers from personal upheaval and remains a favored candidate for the town's interests.
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Dw Owens
Owens Cane
Posi Ion
Plo
Owens
Reverend B S McAlister Mourned By Community
The Rev B S McAlister of the Wie Presbyterian Church died suddenly, leaving Loy McAlister as pastor at the time of his death. The notice notes his year of service and community standing.
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Key DS McAlister
Flornda Ata
Meidity
Wie Presbyterian Chiuveh
Loy McAlister
Pastor McAlister’s Long Ministry Touched Pee Dee Area
The Rev McAlister served the Presbyterian church here for seven years and led Great Pee Dee church on a single charge. He then pastored Great Pee Dee thirteen years, moved to Bethel in York county, then Anderson, Washington Georgia, and finally Alabama where he died. He was beloved locally and was a second cousin of Mrs M B John.
New Double Daily Passenger Service Drake to Bennettsville
A new schedule increases service on the Bennettsville and Cheraw line with a double daily run between Drake and Kollocks, starting at Drake 7 AM on weekdays. Trains connect with Seaboard north and southbound lines, with return trips completing in Bennettsville and Drake by evening. The schedule includes a wider extension to Blenheim and emphasizes economic benefits for Drake, Bennettsville, and surrounding towns.
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Bennettsvile
Cheraw
Drake
Kollock
Drake's
Wins
Bennettsville
Seaboard
Kollocks
Coast Line
Kennettsville
Blenheim
Bonnellsville
Six Free Trips To Washington In 1909 Inauguration Plan
The Pee Dee Advocate and the Marlboro Democrat announce a six member party to Washington for President Roosevelt's inauguration on March 4 1909. Three readers select the group from Marlboro County winners include the most popular minister and the most popular school teacher and the most popular young lady. Winners also include those who donate the largest subscription totals to each paper jointly. Rail passes and a trip to Mt Vernon are included. The tour may depart a day or two early to view Congress closing, with a stop at the Capitol White House and Washington landmarks.
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Pee Dee Advocate
Marlboro Democrat
Washington
United States
The
Advocate
Democrat
Marlboro County
Pee Dee
Marlboro
Roosevelt
Congress
Mt. Vernon
George Washington
Capitol
White House
U. S
Bureau of Printing and Engraving
Statuary Hall
Ee Se Lashabe
Penn, Museum
Smithsonian Institute
Corcoran Art Gallery
Washington Monument
Potomac River
Lester
Advocate and Democrat
the Democrat
Moon
Contests Set for Pee Dee Advocate and Marlboro Democrat
Voters earn one vote per cent paid for subscriptions with per cent bonuses for longer terms and agent referrals. Ballots appear in each issue, with contests ending February fifth, 1900, overseen by Marlboro County citizens chosen by voters.
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Geo. B. Cromer
A. J. S. Thomas
Grippe
Aly
West Pocket
Bexes
Ty, Douglas
McLendon
E.R. Tomerasson Hurt
Pole
Life Saved BY
WATCH
Rev. B.S. McAlister
Alabama
Thudware
Cory Yel Colton
Dennetteville Hardware Company
Tabor
Che Fla
Cone Lodi
Alda Morthond Cement
Barnettsville Shavilware Co
Tre
Cain
Bain
Rome Po
Benin
Yvsvills
S.C
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