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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1894
Page
10
A parent recalls tucking a baby into bed under snowlit night, the child whispering a prayer for sleep and protection. The tender scene unfolds with soft kisses, folded lids, and the glow of angelic dreams as the child drifts into peaceful rest.
Rev. Dr. Tal mage travels Australia and preaches on the widow’s only son at Nain. He underscores Christ as both man and God, interrupting a funeral procession to raise the dead, and urges readers to acknowledge Jesus’ divine power.
A preacher reflects on Jesus comforting a widow at Nain, urging the afflicted to find solace in faith. He links the city’s sorrow to daily life, vows divine compassion, and envisions resurrection when the son returns to his mother. The message: tears will yield harvests, and sorrow ends in eternal reunion.
The first temporary teeth appear by the sixth month and complete by age two. Clean with a soft brush and warm water, and consult a dentist if decay occurs to avoid future pain. Early extraction can cause irregular permanent teeth. retain teeth until the jaw is ready for the permanent set. Teach children to keep teeth clean and use a toothbrush early to build lifelong habits.
In Darlington on August 21 a preliminary examination was held for defendants charged with firing into a train amid dispensary trouble. Many witnesses testified but evidence was too weak and the case was dismissed. Accused include C S Nettles J C Willcox W C Byrd S L Wilds O S McCullough E McIver Williamson L M Norment and T P Edwards. The State was represented by W I Clayton of Florence. Detective enhbold expressed disappointment at the outcome.
The weekly weather and crop bulletin notes hot days with 102 at Oakwood and 103 at Ella, some cooler spell after the 17th, and scattered rain on the 15th and 16th causing local hail damage. Cotton remains uneven, corn prospects look strong, and various crops show mixed progress across the state with general signs of favorable growing conditions.
Dr Pope withdraws from the South Carolina gubernatorial primary citing ring control and urging Reformers and Conservatives to abstain from voting in the race. He pledges not to run in the general and criticizes the Reform movement machinery while thanking supporters and urging discipline at the polls.
The World outlines the 2 percent income tax starting January 1, 1895, through January 1, 1900, with exemptions for certain entities and expenses. It details who pays, how tax is calculated for individuals and corporations, penalties for neglect or fraud, and procedures for returns, verification, and appeals.
The State fair faces backlash as the Southern Passenger Association approves a special round trip rate with a 50 cent admission coupon for the Columbia event, drawing exhibitors and critics who say the predatory pricing will hurt attendance and undermine nearby attractions.
A Paducah, Tennessee and Alabama railroad passenger incident near Slatel Kirk ten miles north of Paris claims five dead. The wagon carrying locals was struck as horses bolted. two Ray sisters aged 18 and 20, son Tobe Ray, and two Hammon sisters among the deceased. One Ray man injured. Authorities release no blame on the railroad.
A severe Aug thunderstorm in Jacksonville Florida blew in via a riverfront pier and oil warehouse. The Standard Oil facility burned with about two thousand barrels of oil lost and the pier destroyed. Wires fused cut city communications. Estimated loss reaches 30000 dollars with no insurance.
Four powder houses at Speed Hardware Company exploded near Voteau River wounding a family and blasting a nearby cabin. The blast shattered multiple buildings including the opera house and stores, with damage reported across several towns up to twenty miles away. No cause determined. rumors link possible Dalton gang activity to a bank robbery.
In New Repromo Massachusetts on August 20 a general cotton strike begins with about 11 000 workers idle as 5 of 27 mills operate. Manufacturers offer no comment while notices of wage reductions appear. Secretary Moss of the Spinners Union says a prolonged six month conflict is likely as unions prepare to fight organized rivals aided by a $30 000 fund. The Spinners union will not draw on funds for a month.
Dispatches from South Dakota report farmers with many hogs but no feed due to failed wheat and corn crops. County Commissioner Lecocq of Douglas proposes the county buy 80,000 bushels of wheat and distribute it to farmers, taking a note and bill of sale of the hogs as payment to fatten them for the wheat.
The National Cordage Company known as the Jute Lagging Trust aims to control this year’s bagging supply. It has kept low stock to push prices higher as the tariff is removed and aims to squeeze farmers. Farmers may resort to sugar sacks if the trust continues to push costs.
A coast survey crew of nine aboard the McArthur capsized while landing at Joe Creek fifteen miles north of Gray's Harbor. Lieutenant Freeman N. Crosby is among five missing, with John Sroyer John Cudminis William Nehm and Alexander Smith also unaccounted for. details are incomplete due to local communication difficulties.
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