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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1918
Page
4
The county urges citizens to buy Liberty Bonds and War Savings Stamps to keep South Carolina "over the top." It notes limited local buyer names and calls for support, with plans for future bond issues and a Red Cross fundraising campaign next week.
The Sentinel staff reports a strong response to notices sent to expired subscriptions. Readers are urged to respond promptly if they want to continue receiving the paper. If subscribers ignore notices, their names will be dropped from the list. The paper emphasizes value and mutual respect over simply collecting payments.
A county agent urges mercantile and industrial establishments to disclose names and addresses of proprietors as required by a new state law. Penalties apply for noncompliance. the act becomes effective at a specified time and filings must be made with the clerk of court.
Pickens County Chapter A R C reports a large May supply of surgical dressings and thanks the public for past help. Director of Woman's Work urges continued effort with cap and apron, notes the Red Cross order for all to comply. Red Cross dressings require care and rooms open each afternoon at eight. Volunteers urged to lend a spare hour and support subscriptions.
A veteran speaker states he is too old to join the front lines in Flanders but remains able to aid the wounded. He declares the Red Cross as his symbol and expresses gratitude that mercy can reach his heart, allowing him to share the burden day by day.
An all-day singing at Bethel church near Rev J W Heads on Cedar Creek is set for the third Sunday in May with invites for songbooks and baskets. The Liberty Township Singing Convention meets at Rice's Creek church on May 19 starting at 10 am with similar refreshments. An all-day singing at Concord church occurs on the second Sunday in June with invitations for songbooks and baskets.
King's Grove Church announces all-day services on the first Sunday in June. In the afternoon the Hurricane Township Singing Convention will oversee the song service.
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