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Newspaper
Pickens Keowee Courier
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1901
Page
1
An old style advertisement touts a broad line of men’s wear. It promises shirts waist lines collars cuffs and neckwear and notes a wide range of underwear hose and shoes. The copy emphasizes fit style and price with a general claim of offering almost anything in furnishing goods.
The article notes changes to the internal revenue stamp tax that will take effect July 1, reducing or removing taxes on bank checks bills of lading for export bonds and many other documents. It lists a long schedule of modified rates for insurance receipts, mortgages, passports, telegrams, tobacco and cigars, and more, detailing how the tax will apply or be repealed for various items. The piece discusses the broad impact on businesses and individuals from the Spanish war era and explains the government’s effort to inform the public about the new law.
An old newspaper ad touts Minoxan Wonder as a cure for kidney and bladder trouble claiming quick relief. It references a mail order offer, a testimonial and a listing for a Harbor Shop in Ab Winston Harbor, with address at 15 Washington Avenue.
An older ad promotes Dr. Pierce’s medicines as life changing for mothers, claiming relief from pain and nerves, nourishment for the child, and general health benefits. It asserts alcohol free formula and urges readers to mail 21 cents for a paper cover and sample, signed by Mrs. Ch Finrick of Merrtowh Co Vi and Dr. Pierce in Buffalo New York.
Senator John J. McLaurin declares his Democracy differs from Bryan and Tillman, urging a progressive, educated policy stance. He predicts a November clash in South Carolina where voters will decide leadership and principles, citing past tensions and his readiness to confront Tillman. Twenty eight young dentists admitted to practice after board move in Charleston.
The Cuban constitutional convention accepted the Platt amendment by a 9 to 4 vote with 16 delegates present. It recommends creating a commission to draft the electoral law while Washington hails the move as a step toward Cuban independence and stability under U.S. guidance.
A long feature describes President McKinley and a close secret service detail led by George Foster. It notes constant protection during public appearances, mentions Mount Holyoke incident where Foster intervened, and highlights Foster’s career and frequent proximity to the President. The piece also touches on other political topics and public figures of the era.
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