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Newspaper
Marlboro Democrat
Location
Bennettsville, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1908
Page
2
Safe blowers at Blenheim robbed the store of D J Hood last Friday night. about 60 to 69 in cash taken. The safe door lever was twisted out and dynamite used to blast the lock. the burglars apparently used tools from a nearby blacksmith shop. No arrests yet, efforts continue to locate the offenders.
Police pursue a sophisticated burglary as multiple items vanish from a store. Despite clever planning and covered tracks, investigators say the culprits will likely be brought to justice.
A Sunday described as glorious in beauty with clear weather and singing birds breaks from lingering winter. Sermons at multiple churches praise the day, with Reverend Parnipseed, Dr. H Bonyan Meleol, and Rev. Aones delivering notable discourses. A new school building is nearing completion, praised for size and facilities, as the colored and white communities support education efforts and fundraising continues amid debt concerns.
The State of Saturday Inst reports Milton McLaurin sustained injuries leading to the removal of one eye. Despite attempts to restore the eye, the operation was performed by De. THderton and was successful. McLaurin has lived in Marion for years and was married to Bimmie McMillan of Florence. His brother, Capt. Leslie Mebauvin, based in Florence, has stayed with him throughout.
Oak Ridge cemetery committee schedules its next meeting at Mrs. Wy Py Breeden Sr s home on Thursday afternoon at four oclock March 18. All interested are invited to attend.
A fragment from a Canadian reminiscence recalls Rudyard Kipling and Arthur Stringer meeting in Oxford. A curious exchange centers on autumn peaches from Ontario sent to England, with playful talk of whale blubber and a pocket list from a Canadian uncle.
A Philadelphia Record recounts two men in a Montgomery county field who claim to have tamed wild rabbits. They discuss the idea, noting skepticism about taming such animals and joking about the task as they handle the rabbits during a casual incident.
Readable fragments describe a colored community dedicating a chapel on Sunday afternoon with ceremonial services. The report highlights ongoing church activities and community involvement at the Marlhore Colored Institute in Chis town.
The Pee Dee Advocate and the Marlboro Democrat announce a six person party to Washington for the 1900 inauguration. Winners will be selected by readers for top Marlboro County popularity in categories including minister, teacher, young lady, and top subscription contributions to both papers. The trip covers railroad fare to Washington and Mt. Vernon plus a view of landmarks such as the Capitol, White House, and Washington Monument.
The article outlines how subscribers to the Pee Dee Advocate and Marlboro Democrat gain votes per subscription payments. It details vote totals for different subscription durations and prices, agent commission votes, and the use of ballots printed in issues, with rules on timing and counting.
Voters will choose multiple trips with prizes for the Advocate and Democrat combined. Agents receive a 10 percent commission on all money collected for renewals and new subscriptions. Subscriptions must be paid, no credits. Ballots name citizens chosen as election managers, with a substitute allowed if a manager cannot serve.
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