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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1894
Page
2
Entry at Pickens Eastoffice outlines subscription at 1.60 yearly in advance for six months 75 cents. Advertisements priced at one dollar per square inch for first insertion and 50 cents for each subsequent insert. Liberal discounts offered to merchants for six months. Obituary notices limited to five lines. tributes and personal communications treated as advertisements. Position advertisements not accepted.
An editorial argues Charleston’s citizens remain law-abiding over whiskey violations and rejects the idea that isolated acts justify broader rebellion. It asserts 145,000 residents mostly support lawful observance and warns against deceit and political antagonism, urging truth and Christian influence to curb vice.
Telegram from Sing Sing reports John Y. McKane arrival at 3 12 pm under sheriff guard after election fraud charges. He is searched with $25 78 found in pockets, jewelry seized, and barbery and prison garb issued. Court decisions noted as healthy sign for supreme court rulings.
Jury verdict finds James Corbett not guilty in 16 minutes. Prof Lewis newly elected intendant of Yorkville declined to qualify. Question raised about abolition of salary department. Cotton Plant praised for aid and reciprocity expected. Journal remains in line. Poetic reflections on serene landscapes and peaceful scenes accompany the report.
The unearthed letter by Davy Crockett rejects hero worship of Jackson and criticizes the Jacksonian administration. Crockett claims he beat rivals in nine of eighteen counties, predicts a future run, and denounces lies used against him. The note ends noting Crockett later served three terms in Congress without wearing the collar reference.
A humorous annotated excerpt from the Florida Times-Union Pointers uses satirical proverbs and quips about thieves, domestic life, politics, labor, and love. It presents brief, wry observations on human folly with a playful tone and antiquated phrasing.
In Gaffney area Mrs Wade Emnore reports a hen aged 18 this spring. The bird is active and recently piling eggs for sitting. She notes that in 17 years breeding two broods of ten would yield 340 chicks, a figure tied to a local piecemeal farm tale.
A Lewiston Journal excerpt mixes classroom prankery with romantic musings. A stern Maine schoolmaster confronts whisperers as pupils rise. A flippant exchange about affection and propriety follows with humorous quips about intimacy and prudence.
General Sessions Court in Pickens hears oath for foreman W T Bowen and outlines grand jury duties including secrecy, duty to present only probable guilt, and oversight of county officials. Several cases are heard with multiple true bills, verdicts, and sentences including Brockman and Patterson.
Mrs Dr Samuels mother of the James boys denies reports she is near death and says she will not leave this world soon. She remains vigorous of mind and body and hosts visitors at her Clay County Missouri farm while profits from a 25 cent yard admission fund books and luxuries. She is portrayed as a strong patriarchal figure in the household with her husband handling chores. Jessie and Frank James are described as the sons of their mother in a light reflective tone.
General Earley died at his Lynchburg home at seventy eight. A West Point graduate, he served in the Florida war, Mexican War, and the Civil War, earning fame for bravery though his name is linked to the Louisiana Lottery. The notice recalls his battles at Williamsburg, Fredericksburg and Gettysburg and notes Lee removed him in 1865.
A black man killed a hog for Robert Wilson of Georgia near Shelor's Ferry. The hog was hung overnight and the next morning both man and hog were found dead at a fence on opposite sides. Authorities believe a gammon stick accidentally broke the man’s neck while trying to hoist the load.
Court of Common Pleas in Pickens County issues a summons to Corrie M Blalock Robert N Blalock and L F Blalock to answer the 1894 complaint within twenty days after service. Plaintiffs include Tempy C Stewart Sallie Simmons Susan Howard J N Howard and others by guardian ad litem J N Howard. Court clerks file the notice and list plaintiffs attorneys J P Caney and Johnson & Ricnery.
A vintage advertisement promises better health by keeping the stomach in order with Tyner's Depepsia Remedy. It claims the product builds strength and cures stomach issues, selling at 50 cents per bottle through local druggists.
An illustrated promotional notice touts a one‑volume volume titled Four Centuries of Progress. It promises rare historical, adventure, art and science treats plus a concise history of the World’s Fair, with 600 engravings. Subscription details invite readers to contact H. W. Farr at Rice’s, 8. C.
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