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Newspaper
Marlboro Democrat
Location
Bennettsville, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1908
Page
4
A dated critique argues South Carolina should cut annual legislature and end pay after forty days. The piece contends lawmakers waste time traveling the state, delay work, and fail to finish necessary business. It notes liquor advertising fights and local editorials amid editorial tangents.
Analysis argues annual legislative sessions waste funds. Governor could call extra sessions if needed. Authors urge ending yearly sessions as obsolete and costly, proposing reform to cut trips to Columbus and forty days of idle work.
A South Carolina editorial critique notes papers professing prohibitionism publish anti liquor content yet carry liquor house advertisements. The writer argues consistency requires dropping ads to maintain a true stance and questions the credibility of such papers.
An editorial notes the defunct state dispensary case reveals growing proof of rot and corruption. The writer urges continued investigation until all thieves are exposed and punished, stressing vigilance against state corruption.
Notice that books of subscription to the capital stock of the McCall Slotel Company will be opened by TE McCall Bennettsville SC on February 16 1908 at 11 o clock. The opening is ordered by Hon RM McCown Secretary of State of South Carolina dated February 11 1908 and lists TY McCall WS Mowry and HE Newton as officers.
Guardian William Spears will apply on March 3, 2008 in Marlboro County to obtain letters dismissary as guardian of Si las M Spears and others. Included are briefly named wards and the notice cites the final return filed in the Probate Judge’s office.
Reporters note minimal news amid heavy sleet and freezing rain sweeping Abhinta and surrounding towns. Power lines fail, street telegraph fights disrupt business, and Anderson, Spartanburg, Greenville feel the cold with lamps dark and mills hampered by the weather.
On Wednesday residents organized a move through town to relocate household goods as inclement weather added to the workload. Despite rough streets and dust, locals remain hopeful the sun will shine and waterworks will ease the discomfort.
In Memoriam for Amanda Carter born 1888 died December 16 1907 aged 741 years at her daughter's home in Vebron. She grew up near Muartsville Darlington County joined the M S church South at fifteen and held to her vows. Survived by two brothers Dr B C Wright and Judge Ly Wright, son Oscar Carter of Savannah, daughters Mrs Louis Chavis Bennettsville and Mrs Kellie Kinge Hartsville. Laid to rest at Beauty Spot cemetery with Rev Eo Rushton officiating.
Agricultural prospects appear favorable as farmers prep this year's crops. Ditching and land cleaning proceed, with ground shaping underway and early planting plans noted. Labor shortages emerge amid southern industrial growth drawing workers away from agriculture, boosting river and creek powered mills and construction, while fisheries offer higher wages attracting workers.
Amid a weak financial mood many large undertakings pause and labor loosens nationwide. Farmers attract workers as cotton prices climb, aiding living costs and boosting farm employment. Lien law discussions focus on its impact on labor dynamics.
Preaching at Shiloh and Marlboro Circuit officials urged to attend the first Quarterly Conference. Rev R A Rouse announces meetings with preaching on Saturday at 11 a m and Sunday at 3 p m.
The annual meeting of the Farmers Mutual Insurance Association will be held in the GC on February 25 at 10 30 a m All members are requested to attend Captain Mean Manning president O I Kasterling secretary and treasurer TA DY
To the Public LT offers fresh meats from Wood Bahlwin market. All orders will receive prompt attention. Patronage is solicited. Caution: dated signer Marnest Covington.
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