Mumps Epidemic Burns Through Pickens Town
Local notes report mumps and measles nearly epidemic in Pickens. Easter visits tell of Mrs. Morris in Greenville and relatives at Greenville and Dacusville. A.J. Boggs and M.F. Hester trip to Calhoun. Pattie Magill and C.B. Couch wed. a ten pound baby born to A.F. Winchester. Flying exhibit by Robert G. Fowler set for Greenville April 16. Agricultural notes discuss cotton acreage, weather, and farming prospects. Six Mile Academy events listed for April 27–30. Easter services and church events noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert G. Fowler
Greenville
Marital Union and Tragic Deed Mark Local News
Miss Ava Price and Gl Oscar Graveley wed at the home of their minister. The same issue reports the death of Goodwin in a fatal automobile accident and notes Goodwin’s years as a local auto repairman. The obituary salutes Frank Cox and extends sympathy to the bereaved family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ava Price
Mrr
Niet. Price
Oscar Graveley
Amily
Reich
Goodwin
Sianein
Olea Richer
H. A
Hiss
Eae
Air Gondavin
Istrions
Magniv Life
Tishesth Ras
de Fowsqast
Eheres
Pickens
Sevins
Cormfort
Masonic Meeting Draws Fraternity Leaders in South Carolina
A large Masonic gathering met in Greenville with prominent visitors from Bates, Newberry, Laurens, and other towns. The session focused on a special communication to raise five candidates to the Bluster Aiwssn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bates
George S. Jo
Newberry
Bryan
Greenville
R.A Cooper
Laurens
Fiso
South Carolina
Ital Communication
Tax anxiety grows over annual reevaluation and taxes
The county contends that revaluations occur yearly, causing tax burdens to rise as new assessments hit the books. Tax collectors note changes from October and expect adjustments by March, while residents face higher rates and fear misleading increases. Lost notices offer a Majestic Range clue and contact details for misplaced items.
Pickens tragedy claims Cox in fatal fall injuries
The report details the death of Cox a Pickens resident and church member after a fall last Monday. It notes his long community service and family ties, with details on injuries and delayed realization of severity, while praising his local benevolence and leadership.
Good Roads and Road Bond Debate in Pickens County
A county reader reports on a fall Good Roads tour, formation of a local Good Roads group, and calls to avoid costly bonds. He notes past railroad bonds burdening taxpayers, cites rising county values, and urges maintaining a rock crusher and year round work rather than large upfront debt. He describes proposed machinery and scrapers powered by traction engines to advance macadam roads with careful budgeting.
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Weshsiret
Rees
Hi Idea
Liberty Town
Azip
Pickens
Easiey Progress
Liberty Township
Pickens County
Burrensome
Countis
Dennis
Iona
Mr 4A Turner Dead Near Praters
Mer Anderson Turner died at his home near Praters on the Shinust in his 70th year after months of ill health. He was an ex-Confederate soldier who served through the war. Funeral and interment were held at Secona Church the day after his death, with Rev. W. C. Seaborn conducting services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mer. Anderson T. Turner
Praters
Secona ‘Church
W. C. Seaborn
Also Mentioned on This Page
A. J. Morris
T. R. Allen
Ada Bolding
John Jones
Dacusville
Messrs
M. F. Hester
A. J. Boggs
Calhoun
Sam Lewis
Prater’s
Georgia
J. B. Newberry
Pattie Bel Magill
C. B. Couch
Easley
Mr. A. F. Winchester
Twelve Mile
Twelve Mile Sohl House
M. Warren Burgess
James B. Burgess
Jocasse
8. C
Saluda
N C
Holly Springs Church
J. L. Thornley
Six Mile Academy
A. E. Brown
E. M. Poteat
Shrine
Aioe
Fox Angel Office
Eee
Matrie Oi
Ana
Frank Cox
Ste
Carlessness
Brice. Morrow Co
Harris House
Posit
MM. Rosemond
Daisy FE. Jones
Pickens. S.C
Mas
Bebbel
Cox
Vaotinsday
neil sid_ne
Air
Pinan Saeleocnparnan
Davmet Pickens
Baptist
Haymondiand
Browders
Erie
Gerson
Lina
Mr. 4A
T. Turner
F. V. Lippman
Savannah, GA
Pickens Drug CO
The
Money Hall
Cline Secotato
Pickens Drug
Rexall
Aeg
Isaac Hamburger
SONS
Baltimore
H&ts
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