Pickens Sentinel reflects on economics and industry then and there
The February 19 1914 issue notes a shift to cash in advance for subscriptions, praises local merchants who advertise, and highlights South Carolina lumbering as a major industry with $15 million yearly output. It cites counterfeiting cases in Missouri and Nebraska and discusses Ford's profit sharing and eight hour day as responses to labor issues.
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The
Sentinel
Ford Automoble Company
Detroit
Mich
Ford
Civil Service Examination for Rural Carriers in Pickens County
The United States Civil Service Commission announces an open competitive exam on March 14, 1914, in Pickens to certify for a rural carrier vacancy in Central South Carolina and other rural routes in the county. Compensation depends on route length, ranging from 484 to 1100 dollars yearly. Age 18 to 55 on exam date.
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United States Civil Service Commission
Pickens
Central
S. C
State Teachers Association To Meet In Spartanburg
An attractive program is being formed for the annual meeting of the State Teachers association of South Carolina in Spartanburg from March 19 to 21. Pickens county schools should be well represented as the meeting is near, and trustees should urge their teachers to attend for their benefit.
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State Teachers’ Association of
South Carolina
Spartanburg
Pickens County
Man Driven Insane by Heavy Cigarette Smoking
Pottsville resident Alexander Minses, 31, reportedly became violently irrational from constant smoking. Four men had to force him onto an ambulance to Schulkill Haven asylum as he believed his body was being consumed by smoke after smoking about six packs a day.
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Potisville
Alexander Misnes
Schulkill Haven Asylum
Alexander
Donts for Contestants Encourage Immediate Action
A rallying note urges contestants to avoid complacency and act now. It warns against reliance on ballots, friends, or past plans and stresses securing subscriptions before it is too late. The message reinforces the goal to win and to pursue every opportunity.
Rexall Olive Oil Emulsion Promoted for Children
An advertisement touts Rexall Olive Oil Emulsion as a weight and strength builder for underweight or ailing children and for convalescents. It claims nerves toning, blood enrichment, and improved digestion without alcohol or habit forming drugs, with a money back guarantee. Sold exclusively at Pickens Drug Co in this town for $1.00.
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Rexall
Pickens Drug Co
Pickens
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