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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1921
Page
8
A nostalgic poem contrasts past and present crime governance, praising strict justice and warning against lax lawmaking. It laments modern gun culture and biased courts while urging citizens to demand better laws and resist corrupt officials. An adjacent women’s ad offers $50 to $75 monthly for outdoor work at home.
I will apply to N A Christopher Judge of Probate for Pickens South Carolina on September 5 1921 for leave to make final settlement of the personal estate of Maggie D Johnston minor and discharge as guardian of the estate The marriage at Pickens August 7 by N A Christopher Olive Rogers Easley and Joe Banks Carl Concord NC are mentioned with family details and future residence in Concord NC
Dexter Grocery Co. of Anderson South Carolina advertises for sale two Packers Tin Cans numbers 2 and 3 with solder hemmed caps. The 8s are packed 100s and 500s per container while the 2s are packed 1263 and 500s. Special price three dollars eighty five cents per hundred for the 8s and two dollars ninety five cents per hundred for the 2s fob. contact Dexter Grocery Co. by writing or phone.
Classified notes indicate Belvian hares offered by Goodman Rabbitry Calhoun with price inquiries. Hayes Department Store Easley selling 8 C 15 pd Mechanic Overalls union made. Bennett Mercantile Co advertises coffee with money back guarantee. Easley firm offers 1918 Dodge touring car for trade for a late model Ford.
The Pickens Building and Loan Association marks its first year of operation aiding town growth. Initial capital was 50000 dollars, with final capital reaching 150000 dollars. Officers include C. L. Cureton president J. P. Carey Jr vice president Frank McFall secretary and treasurer. directors are Cureton Carey McFall Alexander Morris Mauldin Bruce Christopher and Craig.
In memory of William McFall Lusk who departed this life August 1 1920. The poem reflects grief over a son's death, the hope of meeting beyond the skies, and a Christian exhortation to prepare to meet God before it is too late.
Interested students should meet W. F. Hagen at the Pickens graded school building Saturday morning between 9 and 10 o'clock for instruction.
A party of about 100 Pickens county corn club boys and leaders, led by T. A. Bowen, travels to River Falls for a multi day camp. They report good crop prospects with little rainfall damage expected despite boll weevil presence and plan to cook their own meals at the pavilion camp.
The County Board of Education of Pickens County orders Ambler School District 37 to hold a special election on August 20 1921 at the school house from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to determine whether a five mill extra levy for school purposes will be approved. Trustees act as managers under Section 1208. F W Clayton secretary and chairman.
In Hagood school district Pickens county electors vote on a six mill extra levy. Polls at Hagood school house will open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. for the election.
In Pickens County South Carolina Probate Judge N A Christopher cites and admonishes all heirs and creditors of J T Wade to appear in the Pickens Probate Court on August 19 at 11 AM to show cause why letters of administration on the estate should not be granted. Dated August 8 1921.
Notice is hereby given that I will in Pickens County South Carolina on Monday September 5 1921 at 11 o clock forenoon or as soon thereafter as said application can be heard for leave to make final settlement of the personal estate of Marche D Johnston deceased and obtain discharge as guardian of said estate T G Johnston Guardian
On Saturday September 5 1921 Ali T L Holcombe administrator asks permission to make a small settlement of the Fred W Holcombe estate and to be discharged as administrator. Lost watch notice describes an open-face nickel-case Waltham watch between Keowee and Six Mile Craig areas with Sam B Craig in Pickens offering reward.
An ad asserts Chamberlain's Tablets improve digestion and create a healthy appetite. It promises gentle bowels movement and stronger relish for meals.
Patrons of Gates school are requested to meet at the Gates school house on August 12 at 2 00 for the purpose of discussing a better school house and school facilities. Many interesting questions will be discussed.
Mrs. Mahala Burns of Savanna Missouri recounts a bowel trouble tale common in many neighborhoods. She says a bottle of Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy cured flux and later dysentery with a few doses and she has recommended it to dozens of people.
Fresh shipment of Sweet Sixteen flour touted as the best quality plain flour in Easley. Bennett Mercantile Co invites customers to try it and prove the claim.
The 49th annual Orrs Regiment reunion will be held in Valhalla on August 15 and 16, 1921. President W. T. McGill and secretary B. J. Johnson lead the organization as they expect one of its greatest gatherings.
Rev. D. W. Hiatt of Easley was appointed to preach the annual session before the 120th Saluda Baptist Association which will meet at Neal's Creek Baptist Church near Anderson next August. E. P. Vandiver, president of Peoples Bank of Anderson, was reelected moderator of the association.
Jelly glasses priced at 45 cents per dozen offered by Bennett Mercantile Co as part of a closing-out sale. Unspecified quantity remaining and dates not provided.
WANTED To trade a dry cow or beef cattle for a fresh milk cow. Anne Gravley Route 4 Liberty 9,G. 2t
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