01 Aug 1902
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Newspaper
Marlboro Democrat
Location
Bennettsville, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1902
Page
1
An extensive Gaffney gathering featured editor DeChamp, Milman, Tillanin, and Tillman addressing political issues. Speakers clashed over policy, campaign tactics, and party integrity amid vociferous audience reactions, with remarks aimed at Gore, Will Gol, and local figures drawing sharp exchanges.
A garbled dispatch mentions a Carolina stone lead linked to geologists and seminars across Lincoln Nebraska and Charleston. Names like Sloan, Lane, and Sloan appear amid references to a geologist’s talk, a potential exhibit, and a push to verify a stone’s origin and value at a regional fair.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions an incident involving individuals connected to Cohiba and Pekar Tran works. It references a revolver, a location described as cnt Lerapla, and names like Joseph Poker and Me Veker. Details are garbled and uncertain, with unclear dates or outcomes.
A chaotic pursuit unfolds in Alken county after a suspected horse thief, known as Teffoont, eludes a posse and is killed in a gunfight. Deputy sheriffs, bloodhounds, and a statewide dragnet are deployed as the governor orders increased measures and rewards for capture. The incident involves Sheriff Alderman, Wagener, and a long hunt across swamps and woods ending in a fatal shooting near Jenledut town.
A historical report records the Whigh Alliance session with appointments for president and officers, delegates from various districts, and the list of attendees. The text notes the meeting adjournment and ongoing committee assignments as of 1903.
The present state chairman of the Democratic party travels from California to San Wrangises for a family visit. A leading San Braholico lawyer and a state senator representing the county greet the returning figure amid old friends who express pleasure at his success.
In a season of staff shifts, Major Mich Jonking led the collectors but saw no policy changes while most clerks were reassigned. George Washington Mayriy, placed by Collector Kooster, faces scrutiny after being linked to Colimbit, while Deputy Timpar was replaced by Mar alal Adama connected to the U S Marshal service. A fatal incident occurred when four colored girls near Helenay were struck by a train, with authorities reporting a fatality and investigation underway along the Columbia nil Groen- Vilo division near Sharkston.
A letter to the editor argues against child labor and defends federal limits, citing Texas and Southern history. It cites quotes from Yale president and Massachusetts observers, condemns “Southern privilege,” and calls for protecting health and education of children while criticizing factory conditions.
A fragmentary editorial urges Texas to regulate child labor amid widespread factory growth. It cites suffering from long hours and unsafe conditions, referencing cotton mills and regions in the South, urging state action to curb exploitation and protect schooling opportunities.
Rncoon With Mister Capt. Anpera backs M11 ATNlex on appointing colored physicians to pension examination boards. He declines to withdraw his recommendation of a colored physician and warns he may stop making further recommendations if those resuming are not retained. Capt Capers calls it a business matter and says no merit recognition, criticizing the beloved race.
An unknown assailant shot and killed James Cockrell near a courthouse area Wednesday at noon. The report notes Cockrell was preparing to leave Jackson when the attack occurred, with limited details on motive or the shooter.
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