16 May 1918
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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1918
Page
1
Pickens County surpassed its Third Liberty Loan quota by 28300 amid a statewide effort. The article lists apportionments and demonstrates Easley Pickens Central Liberty Norris and other towns showing higher subscriptions, with extensive subscriber names in Easley and local banks.
Gratitude expresses for women in Pickens county who over subscribed their quota in the Third Liberty Loan campaign. Central district led by Mrs. T. M. Norris, Dacusville led by Miss Eva Holcombe, Ooleney by Mrs. A. M. Sutherland, Pickens Mill by Miss Clarice Keith, Cateechee by Mrs. Furman Norris, and county demonstrators Miss Elizabeth Mauldin and Edna Earle assisted.
Eleanor Robson Belmont recalls how American Red Cross canteens in France serve dinners at cost and lift morale for soldiers. Canteens feed 4000 to 8000 daily near rail hubs, with rooms and camouflaged walls, while dispensaries assist villages with mobile care and bathing facilities for children. The effort preserves French collaboration and boosts spirits among troops.
Samuel Hunter colored, son of Bright Hunter of near Pickens, died at Camp Jackson from natural causes. His body was returned to this county and buried at Union M. I. church near Liberty after services led by Rev. John Gibbes. Hunter was among the last colored troops sent from Pickens to Camp Jackson on April 25, with Aleck Johnson accompanying the body.
Pickens county education chief F Van Clayton resigns to enlist in the U S army or navy, effective May 31 1914. He urges successor R T Hallam, cites patriotic duty, and includes a personal letter to Governor Manning detailing his commitment to serving during perilous times.
I V Clayton of Pickens County recommends R J Hallam for the unexpired term as Superintendent of Education after resigning to enter military service. He notes Hallam’s proven knowledge, prior election support, and conscientious character, urging the State Board of Education to appoint him.
J Theodore Smith died at his Easley home Thursday after a years long illness. A prominent planter born in Anderson county he lived on Brushy Creek farm until moving to Easley. Funeral held Friday at Pickens chapel near his old home. Survived by three daughters Alma Charlotte Smith of Easley and Mrs John Sheriff of Orangeburg and five sons M C Smith Pickens I B Smith Easley Luther G Smith Orangeburg Burdine Smith Savannah and Clarence Smith Savannah.
One four year scholarship is open in Pickens county with a competitive exam at the courthouse on July 12 at 9 a m. A scholarship student may also obtain aid from the U S government. The one year agricultural course scholarship remains available. Interested parties should contact the county paper for education details.
Special Red Cross event in Central features Rowland Campbell a former South Carolina volunteer who served at the front. He will display gas masks rifles and other equipment used against German forces. Community fundraising drive runs May 20 to 27 with outreach to Abell church and local supporters.
The Tamassee correspondent reports Clemson College plans to establish a chain of cheese factories across Oconee Pickens Greenville and Spartanburg counties. The first will be on the D A R school property near the building site with construction to move quickly for a summer opening.
A surprise birthday dinner was held May 10 at the home of Mr and Mrs Mark 3B Bolding Pea Ridge for Mr Jack Garrett who turned eighty three. He is visiting his sister Mrs Mark Bolding and brother Wm R Garrett with other relatives in the county. W N Bolding and Edd Garrett spoke and the gathering enjoyed the occasion.
Relatives and friends gathered at the Davis home near Liberty on Sunday May 5 to honor Mr. and Mrs. M. G. Davis on his 68th and her 65th wedding anniversaries. About 100 attendees, including men women and children, heard brief talks from Rev. T. Durham Rev. J. W. Sheriff and Ib. P. McCravey and left wishing many more happy years for the couple.
Three neighbors Mrs. Kate Cureton Mrs. J. I. Moon and Mrs. A. John Bopp sent fine strawberries to the editor. The write up notes the berries are especially good this year and expresses thanks to the donors.
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