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Newspaper
Pickens Keowee Courier
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1901
Page
2
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In Walhalla supplement the remarks from J. L Mc Laurin delivered at Greenville last week are summarized. The address in the opera house impressed about 1,500 attendees with calm reasoning and clear advocacy for South recovery through practical policies. He urged readers to digest the arguments and form independent judgments.
The high court ruling, by five to four, upholds government positions on Puerto Rico and the Philippines. Before the peace treaty ratification these lands were foreign and taxed under the Dingy bill. After ratification they are domestic, allowing tax under Foraker's Act. Congress may impose a tax in Puerto Rico. Credits and remittance of duties collected in the Philippines are addressed.
A South Carolina appeal argues against partisan strife after a recent resignation in Scarborough County. The piece judges the action hasty and urges voters to focus on peace and public welfare. It also contains an endorsement for Stomach Liver Tablets as a remedy for digestive woes.
Washington man Mayghok C. Jonnie, husband of a self confessed slayer, endures a dramatic police confrontation and child custody strain at Kenmore Hotel. His wife’s public plea of innocence contrasts with grim details as authorities pursue charges and a life of uncertainty looms for the family.
Across South Carolina and North Carolina, leaders scramble after the McLaurin Tillman resignations. Latimer, Henderson, Johnstone, and Jones emerge as possible rivals for the unexpired term, with Governor McSweeney’s timing and party rules shaping the race. Latimer urges a joint term plan, while Charleston observers forecast a hard primary and possible gubernatorial moves to rebalance power.
Cheohoo Mauks county May 27 report notes farmers busy and hope for a local post office named Mauka. Citizens praise Mr Jackson Orr on his birthday, mention Oldstyle and Mahatha health, Lay Jr building a new home, and Kodol Dyspopsia Cure testimonial. Includes commentary on South Carolina politics and postwar shifts toward practical policy over sentiment.
The cabinet weighs China indemnity talks as powers hesitate to accept the US plan to curb demands. The administration rejects an international loan and favors selling bonds at three percent to illustrate good will toward China while preserving its territorial integrity. A Hartford remedy endorsement and anecdotal store testimonials accompany this discussion.
The Greenville News notes the Observer has not declared for Senator McLaurin or any candidate for re election. It supports some progressive Democratic ideas and calls for fair play, delaying a firm stance until the race develops. Local editorial stance emphasizes waiting without favors to any candidate.
The Pennsylvania Grit publishers seek agents in Oconee County towns Clem son College Newry Oakway Salem Seneca West Union and nearby areas. The work is profitable with Saturday duties only. No upfront costs. materials provided and payment at month end. Write to Grit Publishing Co Wile Hamaport Pa and mention The Keowoo Courier.
The Southern Presbyterian General Assembly approved the consolidation of Northern and Southern seminaries in Kentucky by a 120 to 50 vote, leaving the final move to Kentucky and Missouri synods. Plans unite Danville and Louisville theological schools with Central University and Center College. Northern Assembly approval pending. The assembly also discussed Sabbath schools, home missions, and a minority-ad hoc committee proposal was adopted.
An ad declares a new remedy for catarrh named Snuffles the Guaranteed Catarrh Cure. It claims to reach diseased parts, relieve symptoms, and cure all inflammation with a month’s treatment for one dollar, mailed from Edwin B. Giles & Company.
A mob of about 400 broke into the jail at Pond Creek Oklahoma and hanged Bill Campbell, who had been accused of fatally shooting Deputy Sheriff George Smith. The case drew attention as the mob carried him to the execution site and hanged him from a telegraph pole while en route, with Campbell reportedly singing hymns.
An advertisement touts The Thrice-a-Week World and The Koowoo Courier as a combined one year offer for 105 dollars. It promotes prompt impartial news and includes a moral note about sharing rumors. The copy mentions circulation and subscription prices with period advertising tone.
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