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Newspaper
Pickens Keowee Courier
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1902
Page
2
Personal obituary notices and tributes of respect may be printed at no charge if under one hundred words. Messages longer than that are billed at one canta per word, with cash accompanying the manuscript.
In Gaffney on August 14 two Senate hopefuls Hemphill and Latimer clashed at a court house meeting. Latimer argued to address after dinner and a scuffle ensued with blows and a chair push. Both men faced potential fines and were to report to Mayor Little with deposits. Latimer apologized for a curse reportedly used. Separate note says Shellsburg Iowa man Henry L. Shatuck cured of stomach trouble via Chamberlain’s Tablets.
Col William Hemphill founder and longtime business manager of the Atlanta Constitution dies at his home at age 60 after a brief illness. Born May 14, 1842 in Athens Georgia he served in the Confederate army and later led Atlanta civic and banking enterprises. He was twice married, survived by a widow two sons and three daughters and was a Methodist. Cause of death apoplexy.
August 10 report from Cheohoe notes Rev C J Craig of Walhalla preaching on the second Sunday. J S Colley of Salem teaches a flourishing Crechen school. Misses Javig and Emma Reese visited Pickens relatives. uncle J Barry and Miss Mario Pressley accompanied them home. Rumor says Rev Danie Littleton will preach at Cheohee on the second Sunday in September. Deacons urge strong turnout for church meeting on the second Saturday in September at 11 o clock to call a pastor. W J Townes of Atlanta visiting Cheohee. Reuba Lay improving after a long rheumatism illness. Mt 8 G.
The piece urges voters to judge six aspirants for the U.S. Senate by character and fitness. It highlights George Johnstone of Newberry as uniquely capable, detailing his record in the South Carolina Legislature and Congress, praise from newspapers, and the call for a statesman rather than a politician to represent the state.
An old advertisement touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets to cure a cold in one day. It promises a refund if it fails and notes KE. W. Grove's signature on each box, priced at 25 cents.
The section reports good crops and cheerful farmers after picnics and meetings. Miss Margo Shelor and her brother attended church. Webb and Lott from Edgefield visited. Mrs T A Forison and Lettie Buford stayed with Mrs S L Smith. Local dances, visits by J J Holland, and romance with a local belle are noted. Chamberlains tablets are advertised by J W.
A reminiscence of Old Pickens highlights Col Jeptha Norton and his influential descendants, Alexander Harris and M. F. Mitchell, plus townsfolk like Thomas Breckenridge and Rev Harvey Kennemar. It recalls wartime deeds, local officials, discrepancies, and enduring landmarks such as Fort George and Cateechee on Twelve Mile Creek. Major Wm. J. Stribling’s Valhalla address links local rivers to enduring justice.
A South Carolina political lead notes Hon. John Gary Evans shows greater strength among six senate aspirants as final canvass ends tomorrow. The piece credits Evans for his clear national issue presentation and recalls his past defense of state interests, predicting results on the 26th and urging voters to watch closely.
An old ad promotes Botanic Blood Balm claiming to cure eczema and skin eruptions by purifying blood with claims of relief and a free trial offer. The page also notes the Supreme Lodge Knights of Pythias suspended John A. Hensey for alleged misusing about a half million dollars in San Francisco.
An editorial letter from Cokesbury praises Wyatt Aiken, highlighting his boyhood ties, public service as official stenographer, and deep knowledge of district issues. It portrays him as a man of the people, generous and principled, capable of persuasive public speaking and effective in Congress.
A health column argues against diet fads and promotes Green's August Flower as a remedy aiding digestion, liver action, and blood purification. It claims regular use boosts vigor and buoyancy and notes availability at J. T. Darby's in Valhalla and Stribling Drug Co. in Seneca, with a regular 750 size and a Special Almanac offer.
Nihilists in disguise aboard a Russian launch tried to kill both emperors during a dining on the Hohen zollern. The officer on the Standart confronted the raiders. one was captured, four fled and evaded patrols. The ring leader planned to strike with both rulers aboard.
Dr Charles H Utter of Panama Columbia describes treating a sixteen year old girl with a severe dysentery attack. After his last resort use of Chamberlains Col Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy she improved within eight hours and was fully well in a week. Sold by J W Bell.
Townville reports visitors from Florida and Westminster with updates on local families. Residents include Mrs Tlattie Overland and Mrs Linda Suttlea, Misses Tarper and Farmer, and others visiting relatives. Local events cover a ten day singing school, church gatherings, cotton picking, and debates on school funding.
Gov. McSweeney announces he will not seek re election as governor nor run for the United States Senate. He plans to return to private business while staying engaged in public affairs as a private citizen. He notes unwritten term limits and thanks supporters for their regard and encouragement.
Mrs. Curtin Baker of Bookwalter Ohio recounts a neighbor’s infant recovering from cholera infantum after using Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy. She claims dramatic improvement in two days and cites repeated successful recommendations. A week of conflict in China recently led to the deaths of about a thousand insurgents.
Whitewater notes crops and fruit look tolerably good this year. Miss Florence Norris, the teacher, is recovering from fever. Ed Nix and family visited his brother L C Nix in Whitewater. Matilda Bane and young Will Audited her parents on Green River. Lizzie Wyrmabi of North Carolina is recovering from fever. New bridge over Whitewater will be completed soon. L A Nicholson hosted a watermelon feast for Montvale visitors. Mr Tim O Lary died August 8 at age about 84. Rain is badly needed as streams are very low.
Preparations underway for Pelzer Athletic Association grounds on September 18. The event aims to be the best yet with free admission for stock and poultry exhibitors and spectators. Old veterans receive free entry and light refreshments. Confederate soldiers welcomed to Pelzer, Tur Counter, and Atlanta Constitution and the Home and Farm offer.
The Texas Cotton Seed Crushers Association in a late meeting endorsed a view that rising beef prices stem from a seed product shortage. The piece notes shifts in seed availability, the Swift Company’s mill acquisitions, and the role of cotton seed hulls and meal in cattle feed, with regional implications for Texas and the Southeast.
In Knoxville Tennessee an elderly State Supreme Court janitor named Jerry Logan sold himself to Gerald Stuart Clerk of the Court for 1000 dollars. He agreed to serve as master from now until his death to settle debts. Logan is 60 and has many white supporters from the old regime.
The New Hope church closed a series of meetings with six members added by letter and one by restoration. Rev. J. M. Sawers led the gathering. The town saw many visitors this summer from Columbia, Tugaloo, Anderson, Henley, Camerons, Spartanburg, Pelzer, and nearby families, with several staying a few weeks.
Judge Coble in the Superior Court hands down a sixteen year term to Sam Robinson a Black preacher for an incident involving an 86 year old girl of his race his victim is described as the daughter of a repeated Black person
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