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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1918
Page
4
The Pickens Sentinel edited by W L Matheny records publication on November 7, 1918 with post office entry as second class mail and annual subscription at 1.50 in advance.
A fragmented quote piece discusses wisdom versus bragging, charity, gratitude, and credit for deeds. It reflects on bravado, kindness, and how people respond to wealth and recognition in everyday conduct. The text blends aphorisms without a single clear narrative or source attribution.
A letter from Horton Mld correcting a mistaken death report caused by influenza. The writer states he had an illness two weeks prior and confirms he is alive after doctors’ verification and extensive care. He thanks the paper for publishing the correction and extends thanks to the doctor.
Mrs. Win Jarvis of the Brown Annex reports her son Corporal C Parrott of the One Hundred Thirty-third supply train has arrived overseas. He was stationed at Camp Cody and previously on the border in New Mexico before transfer to Camp Dix New Jersey and then overseas.
Mrs. Aurie Hayes widow of J. M. Hayes died Saturday from Spanish influenza complications. Aged about 23 at death she left six young children, a Griffin church member and devout Christian. Buried at Griffin church with Rev. F. S. Childress officiating. grieving husband and family receive thanks for support and medical care from Dr. Porter.
London reports a large fleet of modern British minesweepers starting the clearance of the Dardanelles. The operation, part of broader safeguards before Allied forces advance through the strait toward Constantinople and the Black Sea, is expected to take several days per the British Admiralty.
The colored friends of the Red Cross gave notable service in the linen shower. They contributed many eggs and sent notes of willingness. The local colored auxiliary laundered the items and a large knitting allotment remains: 220 sweaters and 242 pairs of socks. Branches should notify the director of woman’s work how many they will take. Winter nears and the boys need warm clothes. please be prompt, as service readiness remains.
Mrs Lonnie Bowen, youngest daughter of Mr Bob Alexander, died recently leaving her husband and two small children. She was laid to rest in the Second Ridge cemetery after a short service conducted by Rev B G Field.
Pauline Durham daughter of Mr and Mrs J E Durham died Tuesday night and her brother Herbert Durham died Thursday both from influenza followed by pneumonia. They were buried at Mt Bethel Cemetery with Rev W H Lewis and pastor conducting the services. Both were active Christians and church members. Public sympathy extended to Brother Darham and family amid the sorrow and illness in the community.
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