School fund shortfall and rail trunk case in Columbia
Columbia reports a shortage in school book funds due to misappropriation and requests for a special appropriation as counties rely on consignments. Also noted is a Charleston based legal action where Jane Adger seeks $4,000 against Blue Ridge Railroad for a lost trunk valued at about $1,836 with treble damages claimed.
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Columbia
G. Raymond Berry
Marion
Williams
Richland
Kershaw
Lancaster
Derry
Menara
Smythe
Leo and
Frost
Lattorneyn
Charleston
Blue Ridge Railroad Company
Mim
Jane W. Adger
Tthe Railroad Company
Itia
Misa Adger
Wale
Halla
Auch Cavon
Anderson Mail
Poultry Supply Woes In South Carolina Farmers
A brief column notes South Carolina towns rely on St Louis and Chicago for steady poultry. With price 20 cents a pound, farmers could earn extra income for their households. The piece also mentions migrants and a playful quip about family life.
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South Carolina
Columbia
St. Louisa
Chicago
Roosevelt nominates Rev Jonbus Wilson for Florence postmaster
Washington reports the nomination of Rev. Jonbus Wilson colored, a Florence postmaster, to the Senate today. Opposition cited his race. the President stands firm. Florence residents show anger but no public bitterness as a high-stakes confirmation unfolds.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Senate
Jonbus Wilson
Florence
Wilson
State's Comparative Crime Record Reveals Rising Murder Rate
The Attorney General released a grim comparison of crime statistics from 1899 to 1908, showing murder rising to 22 reported cases in 1908, higher than 225 in 1807 and tied to a troubling trend across states. The report notes manslaughter figures and warnings about growing lawlessness.
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Ban
Thia
Booth
Carolina
Thors
Tragic Fire Fatality Near Denver Left Beatrice, Child Victim
A distressing accident near Denver last week left Beatrice, known as the Little Wingstar, fatally burned while playing near a structure her father built. Her clothing reportedly caught fire and despite efforts, she died the following night, drawing sympathy for her grieving parents.
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Denver
Beatrice
AJ. Moore
Recovery of G H Hoausan engineer on L B W R St
The many friends of G. H. Hoausan, engineer on L. B. and W. R. St. at present, living in Lima, Ohio, are pleased to know of his recovery from threatened kidney disease. He writes that Foley's Kidney Cure cured him and recommends it, especially to trainmen. Sold by J. W. Bell, Townville, January 4. Also contains a puzzle about Robin and Richard ages with algebraic solution hints.
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Logansport
John M. Barnes
Barnes
Barnena
Barneu Anid
Indianapolis
New York
Washington
Latimor
United States
Senate
Tony
Foley'n. Jones
Hiie
Werioun
Me Brownlow
IW. Bell
Apeinguyye
Department of Agriculture
iSau Wee
iSee Gaia See Peested
Beng Geseeak
Skee Seestatl
G. HH. Hoausan
Ingineer
L. B
W.R
Preaent
Lima
Ohio
Foley
J. W. Bell
Townville
Courier
Robin
Richard
Kinhard
Lissle
Bruce
Rugersta
Dr. Kilmer F Co
Binghamton
Fire Loss in 1903 Totals 166 Million in North America
A Journal of Commerce tally reports fires in the United States and Canada in 1903 caused damages totaling 156 million dollars, the highest since 1898 except for 1901. The report notes January 8 in New York as the date and place of the data release.
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New York
United States
Canada
Journal of Commerce
Trainwreck at Willard Kills Seventeen In Fatal Crash
Reports from Topeka describe a devastating collision between the Fook Inland California and Moxie express and a freight train at Willard. Seventeen killed and many injured as passengers and crews faced entombed cars, heroic rescues, and a grim scene as trainmen attempted to reach trapped victims. A reporter from the Topeka State Journal, HG Parsons, survived with minor injuries and recounted the chaotic aftermath and rescue efforts.
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Topake
Katine
Janesry
Dwelly Perouse
Kirkynoeen
Fook
California
Moxie
Willard
Topeke
HG. Parsons
Topeka State Journal
Topeka
Parana
Parsons
Bonnie Martin
Arma
Physiclin
Critob
Raul
Thal
Negro Free Delivery Battle Shifts in South Carolina
In South Carolina rural free delivery changes after Rep Lever pressured officials in Washington. Bristow’s initial resistance gave way, with political stakes tied to Black voters and post office policy. Reports from Lexington and Oconee counties describe local conditions, health, and crop notes as part of a broader debate on postal service access.
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Wadlitngton
Offica Dapart
Carolina
Nhat
Lever
Post Omce Department
South Carolina
Washington
Bristow
Health and promises of Mrs Pierce’s Favorite Prescription
A fragmentary ad extols Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a cure for female weakness and related illnesses. It claims regularity relief, reduced drainage, and restoration of strength, featuring testimonials from women including Mrs Tipton and mentions of other remedies.
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Anders
Mra Oiphans
Ana
Waller
Mra. Tipton
Wise Eight
Lerce
Box dinner aids church in Double Springs community
The Mountain Neat report describes a box dinner fundraiser held Tuesday December 20 in Double Springs to support the church. The event featured songs by Rev. J. T. Spinka and a navy-flavored program with performances and a sale. organizers and helpers are thanked for their roles and the funds raised are noted as favorable.
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Double Springs
Rural Free Delivery in South Carolina Routes Debate
South Carolina's rural free delivery shows 600 daily mail recipients per route, costing about 600 annually. 175,000 residents gained rural service. average route length 28 miles, covering 18 square miles and 5,000 square miles statewide. District-by-district petitions reveal 284 granted, 238 rejected, 146 pending. Third and Fourth Districts lead in routes. several representatives report on petitions and rejections affecting their constituencies.
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Duninawe
Synth
Gelivary
Uncle Sam
Lme
South Carolina
Enperiere
Ayatens
Tobo
Wyatt Aiken
Tobnson
Greenville
Legare
Croft Haa
Pendiig
Haw
Finley
Scarborough
Legare Haw
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J. Srumne
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