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Newspaper
Pickens Keowee Courier
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1902
Page
2
A notice from Che Heotuee Courier states free printing for obituary notices and tributes of personal character, while all other advertising words require payment at a rate per word plus manuscript accompanying charges.
A Albany county audience weighs refunds and costs of government to examine why state and county spending exceed early outlays. The discussion centers on corporate property valuation, mill assessments, and equalization board actions. Deliberation continues ahead of next Columbia meeting to decide if tax increases should be kept at 60 or raised to 76 percent.
A long letter discusses the dangers of excessive farm finance and lax credit in Montana’s counties. It argues farmers and merchants must track costs and receipts, avoid overextension, and insist on responsible lending and payment discipline to prevent systemic ruin. It cites a customer who paid late and the need for prudent credit practices by merchants.
A late night wreck near Tambor Inky Athysteninaht tramun wily left fifty five dead and about thirty saved. The Haw gel on Mie Kilio reported the disaster at 120 in the morning, with emergency crews rushing to the scene.
A fragmented Old Pickens tribute recalls Walhalla notables and couriers era editors. It honors Col. Norris, Col. Thompson, Gen. Easley, and Gen. Harrison descendants, memorializing editors like W. C. Keith and J. A. Thompson, with reminiscences of lawyers, ministers, and civic figures who shaped The Courier and Old Pickens District’s history.
A damaged newspaper fragment mentions a local sale with hints of action by officials. readable terms include public sale and local authorities, though full details are unavailable.
The item lists Democratic primary dates in August and September for South Carolina and mentions numerous local residents and businesses in Fair Play. It notes travel, social visits, farm conditions, and weather impacts on crops with scattered comments on community life. It also contains a patent medicine advertisement urging readers to seek Blood Balm products.
Owensboro reports a white man named Anderson lynched by a mob of about five dozen at 2 20 am following accusations of murdering his wife on July 3. The mob stormed the jail, forced entry, dragged him to a beam, and executed him. No arrests announced. The case involves Anderson allegedly killing his wife at her father's house earlier that day.
The Ogonee County Annual Singing Convention is slated for Saturday and Monday August 2d and id, with residents urged to attend along with well filled baskets. Norton Gox, Secretary, notes the event and invites public participation. Also advertised is Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root claimed to aid kidneys and urinary issues, with offers for booklets and mail requests.
Fragmented editorial notes discuss the 1807 repeal, 1897 act scope, and constitutional questions affecting Oconee County. The writer cites law paragraphs, questions special legislation, and praises or critiques local figures while promising further commentary. The piece also includes a health advert for Dr Hosphee's German Syrup and jewelers.
At a conference in Manhattan Beach leaders from several states discussed forming a new national party aligned with the Kansas City platform. George Shibley and Senator Pettigrew explained plans for a nationwide Liberal Democracy style movement and a slate of candidates pledged to the platform.
A note on repeated narratives across neighborhoods in the United States cites J A Kelly and a familiar tale. The article names Chinborough College and a remedy by Chola and Dinerhiga KRemedy, discussing its manipulation by others and the lack of satisfactory conduct. Local resident My. Kully, a well known Handorwon citizen, is referenced.
A dated fragment from Rotuen, July 2, describes a large audience at a Sunday event featuring Miss Lilli Cronies entertaining friends, and mentions several people from Newry Me and Thomaston. It references a singing convention, a Chinese Portrait Company, and a retirement after a Noël visit, along with various local names including Miss Monde Moston and Mrs Yo String.
Long local column reports on residents visitors and events in Westminator from church schedules to school teaching changes. Notes include health, travels, family milestones, and upcoming religious gatherings with references to ministers, teachers, and neighbors.
Local society reports a wedding at the Gignilliat home as Mina Wloanar Ganguo and James Lloyd Trimmier wed with family and friends in attendance. The piece notes visits, church events, a park gathering of locals, and social announcements including a new wife and the sale of stomach tablets by Dr. J. Well.
Weather for crops and poultry looks favorable as residents report good growth. Church services conducted by Rev J By Colley at Mount Carmel receive praise while school reopens in Joohnmen with Josie Stribling leading. Local merchants like J Walla and Cole Panglo feature in community life as Dr Crawford and Sloan visit Whitwater Inn to attend minor medical cases.
Townville residents report visits from relatives and friends including Air It B Farmer Binday, Mion Nello Havela, and Mrs Ke Ti Ane deraon. Local gatherings feature revival meetings led by W M Jones and Pastor Timitin. Several residents travel for church and civic duties, with mentions of Presbyterians and state political notes.
TMH announces grain cradles fruit jars jelly glasses and peart jar rubbers on hand with delivery in town. Lone Jack Shoes wagon and buggy materials dynamite fuse caps blasting powder are stocked in London year round. Sewing machines and supplies on hand with flexible terms and free town delivery.
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