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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1913
Page
2
In a Charleston News and Courier letter, Prof. W. H. Hand argues for reforming school hours to improve learning. He recommends a longer 40 week year with midday breaks and rest periods to reduce teacher fatigue and improve retention.
A. P. Browne, owner of all Columbia billboards, refuses more whiskey advisions. The Daily Mail recalls a dispensary era claim that a man earned 3000 dollars yearly for approving sign placement, noting a relative on the board. Patronize our classified column.
The Sentinel notes the long time civic figure Hon Julius E Boggs is moving to Anderson to practice law and expects a lucrative future there. He is a native of the county and well known across South Carolina for character and service. The piece urges local citizens to welcome him back if he returns and praises his past contributions. Also a health note warns against soft drinks containing caffeine for children and adults, citing the American Journal of Medicine.
A fragmented tale describes a performer teaching a goose to multiply and add, a spotted pig to waltz, a billy goat to leap through flames, and a chipmunk to spell its name. It notes perseverance, rope-walking a dog, training an alligator to pull a cart, and self-education to speak cleanly and avoid vulgarity.
A fragment recalls a social scene where a powerful woman with diamond tiara exerts attention while rumors claim she coerced her daughter into a marriage with Beeneham for money. The exchange hints at a self-made matriarch shaping outcomes within a profitable alliance.
A humorous note about a husband who recalls names of handsome women but forgets to tend the furnace. The piece relies on a playful punchline about memory bias and domestic duties.
A reader notes a large red car near the sidewalk and says a messenger boy recently passed by without honking the horn. The observer has watched the vehicle for twenty minutes and questions its purpose.
In a playful exchange a man declares his intent to win a medal for bravery by proposing to his partner. A jokey aside follows about the earth's weight reported by a scientist and a quip comparing it to President Taft.
A reflection on how a person may feel they think clearly yet imagine others are thinking for them indicating limited insight and lack of real progress.
A brief dialogue notes a speaker asking about a son in the regular army. The reply confirms the son, Hill, serves but says John turned out right and is working for a living.
A cryptic note suggests a leader’s waning support as town confidence dissolves. The message hints at a restive public mood and a shift in local opinion toward change.
A lion named Rudolf mauls his trainer during a show prompting the proprietor to quip that Rudolf will not need dinner. The incident raises concerns about animal acts and safety protocols at the venue.
Marion Ohio druggist C Lewer praises Dr King’s New Discovery as the best throat and lung medicine. He says it cured his wife’s bronchial cold after other remedies failed and urges households to keep a bottle for family use. Price 50 cents and 1.00. Guarantee by Pickens Drug Co.
J A Ellenburg a Confederate soldier died suddenly at his Pickens route 4 home on April 5 at age 44. He served in the 16th South Carolina regiment throughout the war and wore 21 bullet holes in his clothing in one engagement. He leaves a wife and children Joe John Vesta Ben and Mrs G A Fortner among others.
Miss Marie Richter of Detroit reports severe exhaustion and indigestion improved after taking Vinol. She states the tonic rebuilt her health, digestive system, and energy, urging other tired women to try it. Pickens Drug Co of Pickens, South Carolina guarantees the product or refunds.
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