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Newspaper
Pickens Keowee Courier
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1903
Page
4
The Reptoce Courier, published every Wednesday morning by Shelor Smith & Brock, offers personal notices and obituaries up to 100 words free. Longer tributes are charged at one cent per word, with cash accompanying manuscripts. Subscription 61.00 per year. Advertisements and notices from RB, T. Jaynes, 5 A. Baer Si Webniecon.
A South Carolina controversy over Jim Tillman and the shooting of Columbia State editor N. G. Gonzales is aired. Rhett Doyle reports Gonzales as a fearless civic journalist, while Tillman faces harsh charges and public rebuke. The piece also notes a State Hospital fire in Columbia and a Washington scene where a woman in the Indian gallery shouts “You lie.”
The article recounts Ferdinand G. Iglehart's new book The Speaking Oak about Abraham Lincoln and General Lee. It highlights Lincoln as a devout yet complex believer who once walked with a friend and spoke of faith. It also details Lee's postwar generosity and reconciliation efforts with Union citizens.
In need of medical care consult Dr Hathaway, widely recognized for success in treatment. He provides expert, confidential service with direct consultation and free booklets upon request. Contact J Newton Hathaway MD in Atlanta at 228 Broad Street.
January 21 riot in New York City sees a crowd seize a Long Island Railroad train in Brooklyn, stripping 80 tons of anthracite coal. Theo Waldeen fought the crowd but failed. railroad workers stood by as villagers loaded carts and wagons with coal. Many participants say they would pay if buyers offered a price, claiming acts followed unsuccessful purchase attempts.
Fragments of a memorial verse praising a baby girl named Joose Karla. The lines describe a cherubic child with blue eyes and a gentle smile, and say God called her home while noting she would lead others toward heaven. The verse honors memories of the child and her parents Mr. and Mrs. O. BM. Nield.
The obituary notes the death of Grace Janet Smith aged two and a half months on Friday January 16 1908. It expresses profound sorrow for the loss and references a tender, bright presence in the home and a blessing in heaven. The verse ends with faith in God’s will.
The South Carolina College trustees elected Professor Benjamin Sloan president after a unanimous vote. Sloan, chairman of the faculty, accepted with a request to be relieved when feasible. His administration is praised for student discipline and faculty harmony, with strong student support and a record of over 200 proficiencies as work proceeds smoothly.
A testimonial touts Dr Miles Nervine as highly effective for nervous disorders and fits. It recounts a wife who suffered paralyzing spasms until the first dose relieved symptoms, with continued benefit from multiple bottles and praise for Dr Miles remedies. Address Dr Miles Medical Co. Elkhart Ind.
Weather hampers farm work while smallpox dominates talk in Shiloh. School under Prof. D Hunt flourishing in its eighth year. Social news includes a Hayes dance, visits among Hayes, Moore, Harbin, Dillard and Timms families, and a change in Friendship preaching days. Several locals, including Hunnicutt with mumps, are mentioned alongside family visits and travels.
Mr Cook replies to Schroder disputing county indebtedness. He notes a 1902 levy will pay all claims, while debt grows to 18849 by 1903. The column weaves in hog theft trial, county hospitality, and local schooling with Mr and Mrs Barton praised as teachers and Sabbath school leaders. The piece blends local politics, humor, and community life in Fort Madison.
W P Holland notes a community gathering for Granny Bearden in Dow. The 95-year-old matriarch remains active, travels four miles to church, and inspires youth with faith and memories. Daughter Mrs Roeder lives in Texas. a future reunion is hoped for her hundredth birthday with family present.
The Fair Play community enjoyed a dance at Mr. and Mrs. Connie Callaham’s home last Friday from seven to eleven. Attendees included Mr. Willis Reese with Miss Alice Smith and other couples. The local high school opened the month under Prof. J M Manual and Miss Gortyo Mahatley, with about one hundred students enrolled.
Nine sailors died and three were wounded when an eight inch turret on the USS Massachusetts exploded after a percussion primer discharged with the breach open. Ensign Ward Wortman survived near the blast, while officers contained the fire and removed charges to prevent further blasts. The crew showed discipline amid the catastrophe.
Old timetables list daily No 63 and No 14 through trains, with routes Charleston Spartanburg Laurene Clinton Newberry Prosperity Columbia and other stations. It notes arrival and departure times from Sumter Florence Darlington Wadesboro Hartsville Marion Wilmington Fayette Rocky Mount Weldon Petersburg Richmond Washington and New York, plus Pullman sleeping and dining car services and agent contact information.
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