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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1914
Page
2
The piece questions who removed the change from the New York Stock Exchange and comments on political and war related matters. It cites local anxieties about enrollment, proposed annexation of Norfolk to North Carolina, and the wartime context affecting Congress adjournment. It mentions sentiment about majority rule and public trust in newspapers for war news.
The fragment notes that European travelers' cheques cannot be cashed during wartime, highlighting a practical limitation for travelers seeking liquidity in conflict periods.
The remark notes wars are started by the wealthy and influential while the poor bear the fighting. It emphasizes that the downtrodden endure and continue the struggle long after campaigns conclude.
The passage muses on Prof. Clink scales for governor and questions the scales part as fishy while noting the stock market closure and U S wartime stance. It reflects a clipped, observational tone about political novelty and national strategy amid ongoing global conflict.
The piece notes Americans stranded in Europe due to the war and the Anderson Mail’s sharp wish they do not return. It laments lack of access to Paragoric in New York without a physician prescription and argues for state funded better school facilities for the people.
A local endorsement hails John G. Clinkscales as a clean, honest, and broad minded contender for governor. The endorsement notes his knowledge of state conditions, especially mountain regions, and his focus on eradicating illiteracy and expanding public schools for every child.
A reflective note argues that diplomacy can avert wars such as potential conflicts with Mexico but warns the right form of diplomacy is not always available, noting how misapplied methods fail to prevent hostilities and internal strife.
The Wilson administration, fewer than two years in office, conducted more actual business than the prior three full Republican terms, and its history will mark it as a business oriented era with little policy noise.
A reader asks whether Jennings implies the next U S senator will be chosen by the lawless element in South Carolina. The query seeks to identify who represents that element, noting the candidate’s floral plea versus election by disputed factions.
Henry Ford announces a one year program lowering Ford car prices by 60 dollars starting last Saturday and expanding profits sharing with purchasers. If production reaches 300000 cars in the year, each buyer gets an extra profit of 40 to 60 dollars.
A subscriber letter urges readers to study Proverbs 28 15 and Proverbs 29 2 and, on August 25, to print their ballot from top to bottom. It asks voters to choose men of integrity for offices regardless of faction or plans.
Easley Aug 6 The Easley correspondent reports the opening of the Pickens county campaign at the school auditorium drawing two to three hundred attendees. Twenty one candidates spoke with several abstentions while Laban Mauldin’s illness kept him from presiding and Lloyd H Smith filled in.
Jos E Leach announces he withdraws from consideration as a candidate for the South Carolina House of Representatives. He cites campaign demands and time away from his law practice as the reason and thanks supporters. Pickens County has strong candidates expected to support good government and beneficial legislation.
The U S Civil Service Commission announces an open competitive exam on August 22, 1914, to fill a rural carrier vacancy in Calhoun County South Carolina and other rural route posts. Compensation ranges from 484 to 1200 dollars yearly. applicants must be 18 to 55, domiciled in the county, and male citizens. Maximum age may be waived for veterans.
A Georgia editor muses that a paper pleasing all readers would be edited by Adam before losing a rib, implying any current edition that also pleases all would be lacking value. The remark weaves biblical and editorial humor through a local newspaper quip.
Joan Horton of Belton South Carolina announces candidacy for Congress in the Third District in line with Democratic party rules. Aiken is noted as the reporting contact.
The notice announces several candidates for the United States House of Representatives from Pickens County in the Democratic primary. James P. Carey Jr Joseph E Leach John P Smith J L Bolt J Garrett and others seek the nomination in the Kemney election and act under Democratic primary rules.
Friends announce Joel Miller as candidate for State Senate from Pickens county under Democratic primary rules on August 25, 1914, believing his election will reflect credit on his constituency.
The notice announces N A Christopher as a candidate for re election as Pickens County Auditor subject to the Democratic primary rules. It also states Greg T Mauldin is a candidate for County Auditor in Pickens County under the Democratic primary process.
At the solicitation of friends Bennett H Powers Taylor H Stewart R L Hames and J D Aiken announce their candidacy for the office of Treasurer of Pickens County subject to the Democratic primary election. Central S C.
At the earnest solicitation of friends, G W Bowen offers for re-election as County Commissioner of Pickens County subject to the Democratic primary action. J M Lawrence likewise announces candidacy for County Commissioner, subject to the Democratic party primary.
J. E. Medlin announces at the solicitation of friends his candidacy for re election as coroner of Pickens County, subject to the Democratic primary.
The ad offers 106 acres one mile from Pickens C H with a good house barns and pasture and a 122 acre tract three miles below Easley with two new houses and tenant housing. Both parcels are described as level with fine pasture and good outbuildings and are offered cheap with liberal terms for quick sale. See the agent promptly as the option is short.
The friends and voters of Pickens Court House Township announce H. M. Galloway as a candidate for Magistrate. He pledges to abide by the result of the Democratic primary election and stands for re election subject to voters in the Democratic party. ARTHUR S. PoR.
Candidate announces intent to seek re election for the office of magistrate in Central Township subject to C G Rowland. The notice presents a formal self nomination and loyalty to party or official procedures. No further campaign details are provided in the fragment.
J B Newbery declares re election bid for Pickens County Probate Judge subject to Democratic primary. J Alonzo Brown also announces for the Probate Judge office awaiting the people’s choice.
Due to a family illness the speaker cannot attend county campaign meetings. The note thanks supporters for their steadfast backing and acknowledges continued votes.
Friends of E F Looper announce his candidacy for County Supervisor under Democratic primary rules. James B Craig endorses and supports the bid.
The many friends of W S Par Sons of Liberty announce him as a featured figure in local notices. The brief item highlights his standing in Liberty and signals a forthcoming community update.
Advertises a range of summer ware including ice tea glasses priced 50c and 75c per set, heavy tumblers 50c, medium tumblers 25c, syrup pitchers 25c to 50c, jelly tumblers 35c to 40c per dozen, economy fruit jars 1.25 per dozen, aluminum tea spoons 25c and aluminum table spoons 50c per set.
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