Reduced R. R. Fare for U C T Convention at Greenville
Greatly reduced railway rates from Pickens to Greenville will apply June 3 to 5 with return by midnight June 8. The round trip drops from 1.10 to 90 cents, for the eighth annual convention of the United Commercial Travelers of the Carolinas in 1914. Concluding exercises include a big baseball game on Saturday June 6. Greenville citizens and the Chamber of Commerce strive to host a memorable event with elaborate preparations.
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Pickens
Greenville
United Commercial Travelers of the
Carolinas
Chamber of Commerce
Camp of Sons of Veterans Organized in Easley
A United Sons of Confederate Veterans camp was formed in Easley on May 23. J. A. Hinton elected Commandant. J. B. Jameson first lieutenant. W. F. Evatt second lieutenant. T. Barton adjutant. Dr. H. E. Russell surgeon. E. P. McCravey quartermaster and historian. others listed. A charter applied for. The camp named The William Young Camp to honor William Young, a Confederate volunteer killed at Bull Run.
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United Sons of Confederate Veterans
Easley
J. A. Hinton
J. B. Jameson
W. F. Evatt
T. Barton
H. E. Russell
E. P. McCravey
O. T. Hinton
J. E. Craig
C. T. Martin
J. M. Jameson
J. T. Lathem
T. B. Owens
E. M. King
R. L. Bishop
L. A. Rogers
R. H. Sweet
James F Furner
W. M. Nalley
J. L. Bagwell
W. E. Smith
Irvin Miller
T. T. Barton
William Young
S.C
Battle of
Bull Run
Mary Margaret Freeman obituary reading in Raleigh
The Raleigh family mourns Mary Margaret Freeman a 3 year old daughter of Rev L E M Freeman who died May 16 at home. The obituary from the Biblical Recorder praises her gentle loving influence guiding her baby brother and consoling neighbors. The note asks God to comfort the bereaved parents and envisions Heaven’s joy beyond sorrow.
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Mary Margaret
L.E.M. Freeman
Raleigh
N.C
Biblical Recorder
Dr. Freeman
Pickens County
L. E
S. E. Youne
Meredith College
N. C
Notable Oddities Document City Life In Easley
A stray mud turtle from the old mill pond was arrested for speeding on Church street near Greenville as streets improve around the station amid railroad work. A harmless hen was shot on a town street between Pickens and Greenville for disturbing the peace. Flower plots are being laid along the junction streets though dry weather harms them. Three young men visiting the city were invited to the club by a local friend where a waiter was confronted and a bold reply followed.
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Mill Pond
Church Street
Greenville
Pickens
Elk
Abstract of New Requirements For Voting in the Primaries
The State Democratic convention declares club rolls null. Democratic enrollment in the club district is required to vote in the August primary. White Democrats meeting age and residence conditions may enroll, with in person signing or mark. Enrollment books open by mid June and close the last Tuesday in July, with notices by county chairmen.
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United States
South Carolina
Vinol Helps Mrs McGee Fight Chronic Cold in Waycross
Mrs D A McGee of Waycross Georgia reports a two year chronic cold and cough resolved by Vinol. The ad claims Vinol provides concentrated cod liver oil elements plus iron to rebuild a tired weakened system and promises money back if results fail. Pickens Drug Co Pickens SC.
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D. A. McGee
Waycross
Too Much to Ask in Stray Stories
A quip exchanges between Mrs. Henrypeck and Mr. Henrypeck about widowhood and marriage. The brief vignette appears in Stray Stories, reflecting satirical social banter.
Dodson's Liver Tone Endorsed by Noted Physicians
Claiming seven top US doctors analyzed it, Dodson's Liver Tone replaces calomel for constipation. The vegetable liquid is sold by Pickens Drug Co. with a 50 cent refund if unsatisfactory and is said to be safe, non-gripe, and without altering daily routines.
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America
Dodson
United States
Pickens Drug Co
Local Bargains Offer Coffee Sugar Hats and Shoes
Advertises six pounds of good coffee for one dollar and five pounds for one dollar, ninety pounds of sugar daily for one dollar, a full line of Geo. D. Witt Shoes with guarantees, and men’s fur hats from Stetson to 26 cents. Top prices paid for all kinds of produce by J. W. Hendricks.
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Geo. D. Witt
J. W. Hendricks
Ford and Automobile Lesson on Cost and Comfort
A teacher and pupil discuss Ford cars versus automobiles noting Fords as simple, cheap to operate, and safer for day trips with wife and babies aboard. Automobiles are described as expensive, complex, and prone to breakdowns, needing extra parts and services.
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Johnnie
Ford
Hill
Vale
Teacher
Letter From B Editor on Education Voting and Weather
A correspondent argues for compulsory schooling and criticizes uneducated voting while praising newspapers as educators. The writer discusses election laws, disenfranchisement for ignorant voters, and stresses parental responsibility, then comments on dry weather and a poor cotton stand suggesting a possibly bad crop year. B.
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Sentinel
the Sentinel
D. F. Bradley
Take Plenty of Time to Eat Says Health Ad
The piece warns against rapid eating causing indigestion and constipation and promotes Chamberlain's Tablets as a remedy. It notes digestion starts in the mouth, urges thorough chewing and salivation, and claims many stomach troubles have been cured by the tablets which are easy to take and sold by dealers.
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Chamberlain
Ady
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