Pickens Local and Personal News Highlights
Long column of community notes from Pickens detailing visits, family updates, and social events. Mentions of Rev. Arthur Christopher in Dun, Vernon Jones discharge at Hampton Roads, Loree Jones and Miss Hill of Greenville, and several local residents visiting relatives. Also covers a Library Association meeting, Palmafesta contest winner representing the county, and Presbyterian banquet with talks and bridge club activities. Includes notices about a mayoral race, Miss Cureton’s race entry, and a listing for sale White Wyandot chickens and a house-for-rent ad.
U. D. C. Meeting Features War Memoir at Pickens Chapter
The Pickens Chapter hosts Mrs. J T Partridge Mrs Oscar Baker and Mrs H A Townes at Townes home. A legislative committee reported on the Soldiers Home in Columbia leading to appropriations and a five woman board of control. The chapter adopted a resolution sharing war experiences of J C Alexander and called for more recollections. The meeting closed with daffodil favors and an ice course.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pickens
J. T. Partridge
Oscar, Baker
H. A. Townes
Board of Control
J. J. Lewis
J. C. Alexander
Oconee
Alexander
Converted Jew Maurice Ruben to Lead Meetings in Pickens
Rev. Maurice Ruben and his wife will be in Pickens from March 19 to 23 conducting a series of meetings at the Pickens Union Mission. They arrive from Atlanta where they are currently holding meetings. Everyone is invited to attend starting at 7 30 each night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maurice Ruben
Pickens
Pickens Union Mission
Atlanta
Box Supper At Wolf Creek School Friday Night
The public is invited to a box supper at Wolf Creek School Friday at 8 pm on March 18. The Pickens Mill band will provide music. Proceeds fund equipment for a new room due to crowded conditions at the school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wolf Creek
Pickens Mill
Wolf Creek School
Liberty Township Singing Convention at Smith Grove Baptist
The Liberty township singing convention meets at Smith Grove Baptist Church two miles east of Liberty on the third Sunday afternoon March 20 at 1 30 PM. Neighboring townships are invited to attend with song books for a time of praise. hk C Robinson President FE Rowers Secretary and Treasurer
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberty Township
Smith Grove Baptist Church
Liberty
Sale of Crane hardware plants in Pickens County
In the Court of Common Pleas Sullivan Hardware Company vs Joe Crane the decretal order of Judge Geo E Prince dated March 2 1921 calls for a sale on April 4 1921 during legal hours at the Pickens South Carolina courthouse. Described property includes a nine horse power Hercules kerosene engine a 14 inch Williams corn mill with pulleys and carbon belting. Cash terms. failure to comply may trigger resale at purchaser risk. Property viewable at Joe Crane's Norris South Carolina. O S Stewart Clerk of Court. March 15 1921.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
South Carolina
County of Pickens
Court of Common Pleas
Sullivan
Hardware Company
Joe Crané
Geo. E. Prince
Pickens
Court House
Williams
Joe Crane
Norris
S. C
O. S. Stewart
Notice to Debtors and Creditors for Estate Claim Deadline
Notice to debtors and creditors. All persons with claims against the estate of the late Elisha Alexander must present them proven on or before April 16, 1921, or be debarred from payment. All indebted to the estate must pay by the same date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elisha Alexander
Farmer urged to grow own produce despite storm damage
Frank E. Alexander advises readers to maximize home farming and not sell farms. He notes the country retains advantages and urges buying when possible, promoting earthwork services to tailor soil and crops.
Gosnell Murder Trial Moved From Greenville to Pickens County
Circuit Judge George Prince grants change of venue for Jake Gosnell revenue agent charged with the alleged murder of Sheriff Hendrix Rector on July 4 1919. Defense cites fairness concerns in Greenville. state agrees to transfer, former mistrial noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George FE
Prince
Greenvile
Pickens County
Jake Gosnell
Hendrix Rector
Gosnell
Greenville
Sullivan
Gilreath
Greenville County
Supreme Court
Smoak
Court of General Sessions
Pickens Textile League Forms Local Baseball Circuit
A Pickens county based league named the Pickens County Textile League was formed by baseball enthusiasts last Tuesday. Entering teams include Easley Mill No 1 Easley No 3 at Liberty Alice Mill and Glenwood Mill with Gary Hiatt as president and Roy R Smith as secretary treasurer. The league aims to promote clean baseball and wholesome summer sport with a schedule to start around April 28 and games every Saturday. Managers are Mat Spearman Glenwood R W Ramey Alice W E Smith Liberty and R L Harris Basley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pickens County
Pickens County Textile League
Easley Mill No
Easley No. 3
Liberty
Alice Mill
Glenwood Mill
Gary Hiatt
Roy R. Smith
Mat Spearman
Glenwood
R. W. Ramey
Alice
W. E. Smith
R. L. Harris
Basley
Notice to all heirs and creditors of Mattie Lesley
The state and county summon kin and creditors to appear in Pickens Probate Court on March 25, 1921 at 11 in the forenoon to show cause why letters of administration should not be granted to A S Lesley for the estate of Mattie Lesley. Judge C S Stewart signs the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Carolina
Pickens
O. S. Stiewart
A. S. Lesley
Mattie Lesley
S. C
C. S. Stewart
Rix
Bowie Williams wed at Pickens residence
Mr. W. C. Bowie of near Due West married Miss Jessie Lee Williams of near Donalds at M. F. Hester home in Pickens. Bowie is son of farmer A G C Bowie and Jessie Williams is daughter of real estate dealer W A Williams and principal of Ambler academy. The ceremony was performed by N P M F Hester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. F. Hester
Pickens
W. C. Bowie
Near
Due West
Jessie Lee Williams
Donalds
Central Singing Convention at Second Baptist Church
The Central township singing convention will meet with the Second Baptist church at Central on the fourth Sunday in March for an all day singing. GC. L. McLean invites attendees to make it a great day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Township Singing Convention
Second Baptist Church
Central
L. McLean
Death of Elizabeth Moon at ten months old
Elizabeth Moon died March 8 at her uncle's home Mrs A Moon aged ten months. The funeral was conducted by Rev. C R Abercrombie and she was laid to rest in Secona cemetery. The notice expresses family sorrow and faith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth
I. R. Moon
4. Moon
Secona
C. R. Abercrombie
Central Drug Co Announces Dr. G F Hughston Location
Central Drug Co of Central announces the arrival of Dr. G F Hughston, a graduate of the Medical College of Virginia, to locate in Central. The firm expects strong support from friends and customers in Central, Cateechee, and surrounding areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central
Cateechee
G. F. Hughston
Medical College of Virginia
Central Drug Co
Horse for Sale Cheap by W H Chastain
A good horse is offered for sale at a low price by W H Chastain of Lynwood Land & Investment Co in Pickens. For inquiries contact Chastain at Pickens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Chastain
Lynwood Land & Investment Co
Pickens
Capps Badgwell Couple Wed In Surprise Ceremony
Miss Julia Capps of Rock Springs and Mr Don Badgwell of Latham were married Sunday afternoon in a surprise ceremony. Miss Capps is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Jonnie Capps and Mr Don Badgwell is the son of Mr and Mrs Dee Badgwell. The note extends hearty congratulations and good wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julia Capps
Don Badgwell
Miss Capps
Rock Springs
Mr. Badgwell
Latham
Jonnie Capps
Dee Badgwell
Watkins Co. offers farming product territory sales
An advertisement from J. R. Watkins Co. promotes a long term farming products business with auto or team delivery, bond, and personal surety. It claims 62 years in business and 20 million users, inviting interested parties under 60 to request territory information from Department C in Winona Minnesota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watkins
J. R. Watkins Co
Department C
Winona
Minn
Pickens County Special Election Chooses Next Probate Judge
A probate judge race in Pickens County will fill the late Judge J B Newbery’s unexpired term in a special election next Tuesday March 22. Five candidates remain Lena Gox N A Christopher Elias Day Rev R A Hudson and A S Porter with no second race as the winner by plurality takes office. Election managers must visit the courthouse by Saturday to obtain boxes and tickets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pickens County
J. B. Newbery
J. Joe
Brown
Lena Gox
N. A. Christopher
Elias Day
R. A. Hudson
A. S. Porter
Court House
Notice to Automobile Owners in Pickens County
Rural policemen B B LaBoon and R T Chapman warn all owners that 1921 auto license tags are overdue and liable to arrest and fine. The notice urges prompt action to avoid penalties and reminds residents to comply with the law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. B. LaBoon
R. T. Chapman
Pickens Co
Death of James F. Hendricks Veteran and Mason
James F. Hendricks aged 83 died at his home near Liberty last Thursday. A Confederate veteran and long time Mason of more than 60 years, he is survived by H. D. Hendricks Anderson N R Hendricks Texas Mrs Emmie Donaghey Texas L L Hendricks T J Hendricks and E I Hendricks Pickens. Burial was in Liberty cemetery with Masonic honors. Brother Me. H B Hendricks of Pickens is a sibling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James F. Hendricks
Liberty
Hendricks
H. D. Hendricks
Anderson
N. R. Hendricks
Texas
Emmie Donaghey
L. L. Hendricks
T. J. Hendricks
E. I. Hendricks
Pickens
Mr. Nendrick
Pickens County Singing Convention Set For April Meet
The Pickens County Singing Convention plans its next gathering at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church the fourth Saturday and Sunday in April. Each township convention will send delegates and collect funds to cover expenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pickens County
Mt. Garmel
Grand Jury Presentment Urges Action On County Officials
The grand jury reports all bills presented by the solicitor have been passed and committees appointed to investigate offices and institutions. It commends rural police and notes school improvements while urging education leaders to devote more time to schools. It recommends removing county commissioner John F. Lesley for neglect of duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George EF. Prince
Thea
John F. Lesley
C. H. Carpenter
Pickens Announces C L Cureton for Mayor Race
Announcement from C L Cureton seeks the office of Mayor of Pickens in the upcoming municipal election set for April 12. The notice outlines the candidacy and election context for voters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. L. Curetonis
Pickens
Keowee School District 42 Votes March Election on Bond Issue
Notice of election in Keowee School District No. 42 set for March 26 1921 at T A Stewarts store to decide issuing bonds of 1250 dollars with up to 6 percent interest for up to twenty years. Qualified electors 21 years old or older may vote from 8 am to 4 pm with ballots marked For Bonds or Against Bonds. Election managers named Frank Oliver T A Stewart B P Elenberg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South
Omronda
Pickens
Board of Trustees
Keowee
D. E. Steele
T. D. Oliver
D. B. Alexander
Board of Prugtgms of
Keowee School
Frank Oliver
T. A. Stewart
B. P. Elenberg
Bethlehem School District Trustees to Discuss New School House
Trustees of Bethlehem School District meet at the county superintendent of education office Saturday the 19th at four o clock to consider erecting a new school building. All contractors interested are urged to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bethlehem
County Superintendent of Education
Election managers summoned for box delivery at courthouse
Notice states election managers are summoned to call at the courthouse to obtain ballot boxes on Saturday March 19. J. H. Barle serves as chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
J. H. Barle
Chm
Claims against estate of N. E. Strith due by May 1 1921
All persons holding claims against the estate of the late N. E. Strith must present them duly proven on or before May 1 1921 or be debarred. Those indebted to the estate must pay by the same date to Mrs. Corrie Strickland Administratrix Central SC.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. E. Strithland
W. M. Strickland
Estate of W M Strick Notice to creditors and debtors
The estate of the late W M Strick requires claims to be proven by May 1, 1921 or be barred. All persons indebted to the estate must make payment. Signed by Mrs Corrie Strickland, Central, SC.
Preaching Scheduled for March 20 at Moon’s Place Home
A notice inviting attendance for a preaching service on the next third Sunday at 8:00 AM at Ta Benjamin’s home on Mr. Algood Moon's property. All are invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ta Benjamin
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Abe
Arthur Christopher
Dun
Hatler
Grace
Jessi
Vernon Jones
Hampton Roads
Loree Jones
Miss Hill
Pearl Jones
Oolenoy
Luke Earle
New Brooklyn
Mrs. W
Oiheugh
I Mr Weir Hapta
F. Bird Carey
Dan Adams
Finney
Eustis
Fla
Vinnie Holder
J. M. Gillespie
Leo D. Gillespie
Burg
Sted
Collepearer
Inez Crump
Fannie Finney
Monyvening
Grace Mathews
Winthrop Re
Mrs. W. A. Math
Iaura Alexander
Mary Alexander
Shington
BR. Craig
Alin Lewis
Bertha Dan
Daisy Bivens
Messrs. Sitton
Oliver Bolt
P. M. Tayd
Julian Hiott
Prasha
Cyn Ann
Ayader
The
Library Association
Bethel Mann
A. D
Six Mile
Columbia
Cc. L. Cureton
Members - Presbyterian Church
George Cure
Presbyterians
Tay Imax
Thelma Liewis
Ivy
Singing Convention
Hk. C. Robinson
Pres
C. FE
Rowers
Sec
Treas
CHERK
F. E. A. Ays
Frank E. Elexander
Pickens Textile League
Elizabeth Moon
of Central, 3. C
Capps-Badgwell
OOK & CO
Greenville, S
MR. James F. Hendricks
Corrie ‘Strickland
Corrie Strickland
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