12 Oct 1899
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Newspaper
Pickens Keowee Courier
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1899
Page
1
A fragmented report notes unsanitary handling and mislabeled spirits at a local shop. Investigators found inexpensive or adulterated liquors marked with higher prices, signaling consumer deception and enforcement action pending. Local authorities urge oversight and remind patrons to verify product labels.
A heated legislative inquiry in Cortina and surrounding areas reveals accusations of whiskey label manipulation and contraband alcohol schemes tied to Commissioner Douthit. Testimony alleges labels were swapped for higher profits, crossing into fraud, with an ongoing push to suspend or remove Douthit and appoint a temporary successor while investigations proceed.
Fragmented OCR reads early 20th century style Castoria for infants and children. It mentions the familiar Castoria claim and a price note around 10 to 60 cents, with garbled references to doctors and places. The text lacks coherent reporting and omits clear event details.
Local observers report a severe turnip crop loss due to frost and pests affecting fields in South Tivian while cotton markets show volatility. Prices for seed and meal rise as farmers struggle with free ginning and processing costs, with some crops already failing and expectations for a weak fall season.
The community carries notices of a September wedding, farm life comments, and local greetings. Mr Hanvey married Miss Donn in a ceremony officiated by J B Banora Reg in Townville. Old friends and relatives extend best wishes for the newlyweds and their prosperous life ahead.
In a mixed political landscape the Republican and Democratic parties show divergent stances on gold standard support and McKinley’s policy approach. Some Republicans, including prominent figures, oppose the president’s expansion plans, while Democrats in Congress are portrayed as split and influenced by party newsletters and local press. The coming convention may sharpen clashes as McKinley and Bryan are expected to again face off.
Aroonvilla Dentist Honora of Ou RT Weldon in the city is named honorary provident at the Cincinnati College of Dental Sugary. Weldon is called one of Greenvilleville's oldest, most reliable and proficient dentists.
Heaton Journal outlines the presidential budget showing salaries for the White House staff including 119 private secretaries and doorkeepers, plus a yearly contingent fund of 8000 dollars. It notes 16000 dollars for furniture and repairs and 2000 dollars for fuel, totaling about 164805 dollars annually, exceeding the 164,805 dollar baseline by 16 thousand dollars.
In a curious report from Andoyaon Advocate, Beare ay i Teva Ag Bau whee Law Ahineudey describes a large cotton sale. Over 8,000 Dishole were bought at 22 conte a Dowel, with Mr. Al Bowle driving 20 wagon tools for about [Unit bushels. A crowd formed around the court as 14 wagons looped nearby. A 190 pound bale valued at 822.50 and 841.50 AGT contest are noted amid vast bale figures and farm relief remarks.
Dr J amen Carlisle urges Walford College readers to condemn carrying deadly weapons. He recalls a historic fatal pistol incident and warns that armed habits breed rash violence, urging reflection and restraint among men in public life and society.
Macon’s annual carnival announces special Southern Railway round trip tickets to Macon Georgia at very low rates. Tickets available for October 1st 2nd 3rd and 4th with final halt October 6th. Reduced gates from all Georgia points for a summer hudloq of sh ot more on one tolet. Contact Southern Highway Company for details.
The piece lists appointms for Wallally and Wealminator Circuits with Sundays and locations such as Whitmaw, Double Spring, Oconee, Newry, and Ry. It also records St John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church and Sunday School times, plus preaching schedules for Double Springs Rocky Fork Mount Zion and related churches. A color story notes Hakowtna family fire damage and local responses.
A brief notice notes Hofora pursuing Tugglon wagonn linoniony and bipeaboy stock. Company lists complata linn in inventory and signals intent to cartin purchases, with a target order for miluatar eight units.
The U S Government plans a comprehensive audit of mail weight totals after decades of relying on estimates. Postmaster General Smith spearheads an inquiry with three New York experts and Washington staff to weigh all mail through every office for thirty five days starting October 8.
The Vislor Manufacturing Company has declared four dividends of four hours each for the current month six for the half year and yesterday. Lewis W. Yorker has taken charge as president and stockholders note improved profits for owners. A murder case in Greenbilly Nova October is cited with two white men Brooks and Reynolds allegedly involved. Cromer captured and held on a murder-related charge.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a plan to restore or improve south road service with doubled daily attention. It mentions an “extra brain” and a fast proved Keheduloy, implying a new operator until road duties are reassigned. The text references Newharry and a railroad service, and suggests imminent action to provide rail or road access.
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