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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1913
Page
1
Regular choir practice meets Sunday afternoon at 4 o clock at the Baptist church. All are invited to attend. Also notice Ada Nimmons and Samuel D. Chapman of Pickens route 4.
By October 18, 1913 Pickens County reports 5 974 bales of cotton ginned up from 2 601 at the same date last year a rise of 3 373 bales reflecting a strong year for local cotton production.
The Presbyterian church Ladies Aid Society hosted a Friday afternoon bazaar in the hall above Keowee Pharmacy. The sale of fancy work and refreshments brought in a neat sum.
Six Mile Baptist Academy presents a play titled Old School Days on Friday November 7 at 7:00 PM. The production depicts a village school just after the War with admission set at 10 and 15 cents.
Reverend G Fr Kirby will preach on Woodcraft at the Pickens Methodist church December 9 at 11 oclock. All Woodmen wives and families and the general public are invited. All Woodmen meet in the Hall at 10 oclock and march to the church.
P. M. Cate, in business here a year, closes out his entire stock. The American Special Sales and Salvage Co. of Washington handles the sale with Mr. Whitehouse in charge. Read their big ad in this issue.
Property listing from B. P. Kelley at Central offering rental for a small farm suited for one or two horses.
A historical description of Grace Methodist Church in Pickens outlines red brick exterior with gray trim, multiple entrances, and a heated interior. The 45 by 45 foot main auditorium features oak pews, a 40 by 45 foot Sunday school, nine classrooms, and connected spaces, plus memorial windows for Jas N Hagood and I B Webb family. Dedication occurred October 13, 1912, after rapid growth from 120 to 174 members under the current pastor.
Pickens birds swept prizes at Masley fair with Dr T A Keawright winning all Barred Plymouth Rocks first prizes. E H Craig earned top Rhode Island Reds, while W M Rosemond won multiple White Wyandottes awards. I A Hughes and E D Hughes placed on White Leghorns and Barred Plymouth Rocks respectively. County anticipates a record poultry show December 4 5 6.
At the latest term in Greenville, several Pickens county men were convicted of violating internal revenue laws. Sentences are to be served in multiple counties including Greenwood York Spartanburg Cherokee Greenville Anderson Oconee Pickens Atlanta and Yorkville.
The Heath Bruce Morrow Co showcased Majestic ranges with a successful sale of many units. A Majestic walking cake baked by Mr Kent was displayed on the street and smashed by 20 ladies before rising again and being served. Over 50 children answered why the Majestic is the most durable range, Harold Robinson winning first prize in the prior week’s Sentinel.
The Child Aleen Mildred Watson, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs William Watson of near Fairview church Anderson county, died at dawn on October 80. Funeral held October 31 at Fairview church conducted by Rev D W Hiatt. She was two years old in July and mourned as blessed by Jesus in Heaven.
A crusade of education by leading New York physicians urges that common colds can be lessened. They list “don’ts” to prevent colds and promote quick relief with Chamberlin Cough Remedy sold by dealers.
The Athletic Association and Girls' Industrial Club of Dacusville school host a box supper at the school house Friday night November 14 at 8 o clock. The public is invited and each lady should bring a box. Proceeds aid the Dacusville track team and the Girls' Industrial Club for supplies. Presidents: Sam Jones and Nannye E Holcombe with James I Watson Superintendent.
A mother endures a terror while her child struggles for breath during croup. The ad urges forethought and promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a certain cure, stated to never fail, available from all dealers.
Forty eight acres of prime farm land within one mile of Easley city limits near Alice Cotton Mills. Features a new eight room dwelling, ample out-buildings and a new barn. Land suited for truck farming. For prices and terms contact Jos I Leach Attorney Kasley SC.
The County Board of Education orders an election in Long Branch School District 28 on November 1 1918 to decide whether to impose a four mill additional levy for school purposes. Trustees are appointed as election managers and will conduct the vote at the School House per Section 1742 of the General Statutes.
For sale a farm of 186 acres six miles north of Pickens in Pickens township with good pasture and two dwellings. Also 100 adjoining acres. Terms one half cash and balance easy. J. L. Ambler, Pickens Route 4, Subscribe for The Sentinel.
Last Monday sales day reported numerous land transfers. One town house and lot sold to J J Vickery for 500 dollars. 660 acres mountain land sold to J T Taylor for 1000 dollars. Two tracts to R Se Lenhardt for 600 dollars. 150 acres to W K Findley for 791 dollars. 208 acres to Wormers Bank of Central for 891 dollars. One lot to M and J J Newton for 45 dollars. Second to J M Mauldin for 80 dollars.
The article states the most common cause of insomnia is stomach disorders and constipation. Chamberlain's Tablets are advertised to correct these issues and help sleep. Available for sale by all dealers.
Mrs. Carrie Cureton Robinson, widow of W. E. Robinson, died at her Liberty home Sunday night after illness. Burial was Monday afternoon in the local cemetery with Rev. J. D. Bailey officiating. She leaves a husband, two children, mother, two brothers, six sisters, and many relatives and friends.
The notice lists buyers and sellers in Pickens area offering to pay 7 to 12 cents for beef hides, selling fine Blue Straw Wheat, seeking a four to six horsepower steam engine, and locating lost items including two black pigs, a purse, and a locket with a lady’s picture. Contact details include PF Jy Finley, B P Kelley, W M Heaton, Mrs M M Murphy, and K D Hughes.
Wanted young men to learn barber trade. Barbers earn from 12.50 to 63.80 dollars weekly with tools furnished. If interested write J. R. Queen at Big College No. 1 Spring St. Spartanburg, S.C.
The store advertises coupons and cash discounts for merchandise. With $2 in coupons and Sc in cash customers can buy any article on the 10c counter. With $5 in ecou pons and 10c in cash, they can buy any article on the 25c counter.
Patrons of Hagood school are asked to meet at the school house on Friday at 2 o clock. Trustees urge every patron to attend as business of importance will be discussed.
Advertisement claims Chamberlain's Tablets will cure dullness and biliousness by tomorrow and notes availability from all denters.
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