Uninstructed South Carolina Delegation Favored
The News and Courier backs the South Carolina delegation to the Denver Democratic convention remaining uninstructed. It argues Bryan leads but may not be the best nominee, urging delegates to vote for the best man, whether Bryan, Johnson, Gray, or Bailey, and urging the state convention to empower delegates to use their judgment.
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News and Courier
South Carolina
Denver
Bryan
Carolina
Johnson
Gray
Bailey
Robison
Covernor
Sue-Coss
Campaign chatter and mudslinging fill Columbia race notes
The Columbia Record notes candidacy talk and expected majorities, critiques Ansel’s administration, and mentions Court House yard neglect. It laments mudslinging and calls for candidates to focus on people. It references Victory lists from Columbia Ball Lean and questions Chambers of Commerce activity after January fire.
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Columbia
Ussion
Chambers of Commerce
Board of Trades
Southern Democrats Debate Mud Slings and Campaign Strategy
The Southerner comment promotes a clean, issue focused campaign, urging unity and condemning mudslinging as harmful to Democratic prospects. It cites Georgia's Wake Smith versus Joe Brown as an example and criticizes liquor and other sensational issues driving attacks. The piece notes discontent within South Carolina and calls for a quiet, gentlemanly contest to avoid losing voters. It references the Brownsville incident and a suggestion to redeploy troops, plus a note on local church attendance and Columbia Record readers.
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South Carolina
Campaigo
Georgia
Wake Smith
Joe Brown
South Caro
Obituary and Community Notes From Columbia and McColl
A Columbia resident died Wednesday after a long illness. Bishop Allison Capers noted for service in the Episcopalian community. Maj. Benjamin Sloan named as president of South Carolina University, successor pending. Reports from the North Carolina Press Association meeting in Charlotte and various local church activities in McColl highlight community life. mentions include Epworth League progress, the McColl Epworth and Bass Side Baptist projects, rebuilding East Side church, and remarks on editors in Chicago.
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Allison Capers
Columbia
Benjamin Sloan
South Caolin University
1S Simcessor
North Carolina Press Association
Charlotte
Mul i Liege
Woodley for Sheriff Promotes Local Candidate
Woodley of Hebron announces his bid for sheriff, praising his high character and fitness for office. Community outreach planned as efforts begin to acquaint voters with his platform. A historic Chelsea fire previously destroyed millions in property, leaving thousands homeless, prompting rapid relief and militia mobilization to protect remaining assets. Also a vintage ad for a cold remedy and children’s fever preventive tablet, sold by J.T. Douglas.
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WH. Woodley
Hebron
Mir Woodllex
Sherif
Chelsea
Suberh
Boston
Nore Ian
United States
Geiner
McColl News Note Reflects Local Life and Accidents
In McColl on April 22 local notices recount several events. Mr dock McCormick and Mrs Bundy visited friends in Hasty. James armer of McColl injured himself jumping from a window. Laurinburg sent to the insane asylum. The Adams family and Misses Chincha and Virgie McLaurin appear in social updates. Hartsville beat McColl 5–0 in a recent game. An Ole Miller entertainment caused mild confusion. a bibulous patron was fined. Lida Law and Drusilla Ammons visit. A buggy accident near church injured the Vletcher family. Marl ing dies from injuries.
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McColl
Dock McCormick
Bundy
Jas
James Armer
Laurinburg
Lee Adam
Daniel McLaurin
Hess
Bessie Chincha
Virg
Cleveris
Gibson
Charkson
Willie Thompson
Hartsville
Olr Boys
Ole Miller
Nee
McLaurin Tall
Benjamin Pranklin
Lida Law
Southrn
Joe Bundy
Bell
Virginia Hospital
No Man Can Do to the Satisfaction of other Men
A fragment suggests a discussion of an ideal newspaper ran by William Allen White of Maporin, referencing American press elements and broader merit. The readable pieces imply a critique or observational note about press independence and public service.
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United State
The
Press Club of
Chicago
White
Tod John Ke Currey
Girard
Mla
Marlboro Court Session Notice at Bennettsville
Notice is hereby given that the court of general sessions for the county of Marlboro will convene in the court house at Bennettsville on Monday May 8 at 10 a.m. Jurors witnesses and others interested will govern themselves accordingly. Burdock Blood Bitters advertised as a remedy for indigestion and dyspepsia from Walker Ohio are noted in the text.
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Court of General Sessions
County of Marlboro
Bennettsville
Teachers Examination May Date In Bennebisville
Regular spring examination for applicants for teacher certificates set for the eighth Friday in May at the courthouse in Bennebisville. Co Supt of Education A L Basterting announces the session. Also includes unrelated health ad about constipation remedies and fake medical claims.
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Wilbo Bell
Court House
Bennebisville
A. L. Basterting, Co. Supt. of Education
Mountain Lerne at Star Lyceum Offers Fine Evening
Mountain Lrne on Friday night April 24 promises one of the season’s best entertainments with the Star Lyceum course. Seats are on sale at Douglas drug store. Cremeexe cures skin itching sores with Dean's ointment, touted as safe and fast acting.
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Dean
Testimonial on Pouey's Kidney Care by Local Patient
Wan in Poor fourth Por Yourn Inn W Kelly of Mauelivk Pa writes of two years poor health from kidney and bladder trouble. After spending much money on doctors without relief, Poley’s Kidney Care cured him. He testifies it restored his health and helped others. Reid & Co advertise the remedy.
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W. Kelly
Mauelivk
Reid & Co
Citation Notice from Marlboro County Probate Court
The State of South Carolina Marlboro County by Milton McLaurin judge of Probate cites kin and creditors of A W Bunch deceased to appear at Bednettsville Court of Probate on April 27 at 2 pm to show cause why letters of administration should not be granted. Published April 17 1908 Marlboro Democrat 1617 p.
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County of Marlboro
Milton McLaurin
J la Bunch
W Bunch
Bednettsville
D. C
Marlboro Democrat
Healy Coffee to Fool Experts Says Dr Shoop
Dr Shoop of Racine Wis touts Healy Coffee as a pure toasted grain drink with malt nuts claiming it imitates real coffee so well an expert might be fooled. Sold by RD Rogers in the area under a made in minute claim with tedious boiling noted in the fragment.
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Dr Shoop
Racine
Wik
Shoop
Healy
RD Rogers & Ro
Dr Shoop’s Cough Cure Promises Gentle Relief
A vintage advertisement touts Dr Shoop’s Cough Cure as a safe remedy for coughs in infants and adults. It emphasizes green plant ingredients, calming effects on bronchial membranes, and asserts no opium or harsh substances are used.
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Shoon’s. ‘Toke
Restorative Tonics and Dr Shoop Remedies Ad
Fragmented ad style notice touts Dr Shoop Restorative as a quick fix for spring lethargy and energy loss. Claims to improve nerves and circulation with few doses and promotes Shoop Night Cure and Pain Tablets. Includes dubious testimonials, with instructions to write for free pamphlets.
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Maxton
N. G
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J.T. Douglas
A. Dy
Walker
Sunbury
Ohio
Mountain Trio
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Worden
Maine
Emirée
Dr. Shoop
MO. T. Douglas
Shoup
Newry
Joe Douglas
Uy de Shoop
Dy Shoop
Dougas
DR. F. P. Love
Crosland
Antt Wenle
Nol Cqyib
Oh Peavey
Battery Park Bank
Joe Millard
COA
Hilo Manger Biltiere Tea and Goal Company
William Lee
Mamiger
Asheville Milling Company
ML Reed
Board of County Commissioners
Heed & Wella
Wells
Dr. Wagons Lent
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