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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1894
Page
2
Public notice lists post office class matter status and subscription price of 71.60 per year in advance, six months 75 cents. Ads cost one dollar per square inch for first insertion and 50 cents for each follow-up, with six to twelve month merchant discounts. Obituary and tribute notices may be charged as advertisements if admissible.
An exhortation on shaping the moral and spiritual character of boys, warning that neglect to train them now will affect church and state later. It contrasts ruling ideals with material distractions and urges discipline, work, and firm guidance to forge resilient, principled men.
A speaker warns that denying a boy his own choices leads to moral ruin and harm to families and nations. He argues duty to guide youth away from vice to prevent growing wrongs, stressing the inescapable pull of bad influences and the need for righteous influence.
Alabama county conventions rotated delegates to the State Convention to name the next Governor. The Atlanta Constitution and the Journal published heavy campaigning columns claiming the state for their candidate. A single source provided news to both papers, with mixed claims and no clear winner yet.
The passage notes great suffering among white coast residents and criticizes the Red Cross Society for not addressing their destitution. It urges contributions to Tue Semmer for prompt forwarding and acknowledgment in these columns.
Last week a major blaze in Boston destroyed about two hundred structures and caused losses likely to exceed five hundred thousand dollars. The city’s Aldermen sought aid from the Johnstown flood fund trustees to use remaining funds for relief. It ranks as the worst blaze in Boston since 1872.
A Sunday storm on Lake Michigan wrecked numerous lumber crafts, drove them ashore at Chicago, and caused notable loss of life and property. The report mocks political figures and includes harsh political verse about Governor Tillman and party loyalties.
The text notes Ellerbe and Evans cannot vote for Governor Tillman without breaking pledges to the demands. It critiques Tillman’s view of reform, mentions silver question quarrels between The People's Journal and the Easley Democrat, and references reactions to leaders like Shell and Senator Irby. It also covers church union talks, anticipation of county supervisor hopefuls, and local reform press tensions.
The Alliance may not grasp Governor Tillman’s stand, but Morbe and Evans understand it, leading the Governor to declare Bays.
If no candidate enters, The Senviner senior editor may run to serve Pickens County in the House. The piece notes reluctance to see the office hunt the man and emphasizes public service.
A satirical line suggesting Coxey could spark a Britain United States war through seal fisheries tactics, enabling his army to pressure government funds and keep the Democratic party in power for decades.
A sharp critique discusses a five dollar pull as a path to political office and argues the government can move on without the reader. It notes Sami Watson and the Populists opposing the Atlanta Constitution, whose Atlanta convention endorsed the paper.
If Senator Irby does not apply the Pullman air brakes to the gubernatorial boom of General Merbe, it will soon be beyond his control.
It seems settled that a woman will run for the office of School Commissioner in Pickens county this year. Governor Tillman’s reply to the Alliance question is a long Democratic halter for the Populist Bull. Why should the Senate Tariff vote stir South Carolina politics?
A pugnacious late 19th century collage of notes covers political clashes over free silver and gubernatorial booms, a Clemson College dormitory fire with all boys escaping unharmed, and railroad leadership moves led by Charles Parsons. The report blends state politics, church ties, and corporate reshuffles with regional incidents.
Kohn of Charleston and New York, returning from Pickens county talks with Governor Tillman about a broad movement to attract immigrants to the state. He runs a land and immigration bureau and coordinates with about 1,200 agencies across Europe. plans to open a local branch upon return.
J A McCollough representing Capt Sullivan petitions the South Carolina Supreme Court to suspend the appeal hearing and remand to the circuit court for a new trial motion based on discovered evidence. The new witnesses would challenge McCarter's state testimony and claim Gilreath attempted to draw a pistol.
Advertises Tyners Dyspepsia Remedy claiming wide cures for indigestion and dyspepsia with a free booklet from Chas. O. Tyner, a Atlanta Ga. druggist. Also touts Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for Teething as a cure for wind colic at 25 cents a bottle.
Notice requires every property owner within Pickens to file a sworn return with the clerk of council by June 2 next. By order of the council dated May 4, 1894. J.J. Lewis Intendant. C. Ke. Robinson Clerk.
An historic advertisement touts Rucklen's Arnica Salve as the best remedy for cuts sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains and corns. It promises guaranteed satisfaction or money refunded at 25 cents per box via W T Meal.
Duke's Gippings and Bedford City smoking tobacco at Morris's. Finest peaches and tomatoes canned at Morris's. Dried beef 12 cents per lb and pickled cucumbers 13 for 10 cents. Marbles in all sizes and prices. Country hams 10 cents per lb and molasses from Morries.
A 30 day sale lists Lot 1 three and a half percent suits in sizes 34 to 42 at 12 50. Lot 2 includes twelve suits in sizes 34 to 42 at 10. Lot 3 covers nine suits in sizes 34 to 42 at 7 50. Previous prices ranged from 10 to 25 dollars.
A local clothing ad lists affordable items and prices including Boys knee pants from 10 cents, Children's suits 50 cents to 4 13 years, better ones $1.00, school suits with two pants $3.50, men's strong work pants 50 cents, sock suits from $2.50, and mixed socks at 5 cents a pair. The ad promotes best fittings and accessibility for buyers with limited means.
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