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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1911
Page
3
Pickens items report a twin calf mother, visits by residents, and a shifted press schedule for Thanksgiving. Local weddings, rescues, repairs, school events, church services, and a mock trial promise community entertainment and civic activity in Pickens South Carolina.
John E Holden died at his home on the Keowee river on the 21st from a complication of diseases. He was a substantial county citizen, a Methodist church member and Mason. He left a widow and children. His remains were buried at Old Pickens the day after his death.
Mr J B Rigdon died at his home near Pleasant Grove church last Sunday morning after months of illness. His remains were buried in the Ooleney cemetery the following day. He was 73, leaves a widow and several children, and was described as a good citizen loyal Christian and brave Confederate soldier.
The Greenville News reports three flights by air navigator James J. Ward in an aeroplane over Greenville on Thanksgiving and the two following days. Railroads offer reduced rates for visitors to see the display of aerial feats and navigation.
Stores and banks will be closed for Thanksgiving Day. Citizens are asked to govern themselves and not expect business today.
In this week’s column the Monument Fund records acknowledgments for prior gifts to a Confederate monument at Pickens Court House. Previously acknowledged five dollars from Sam B. Craig and H. E. Sutherland. total amount remains unclear. No new donations were received last week. Entreaty to Pickens county men to donate.
Fragments suggest a note about remedies for headache pain. The readable text mentions relief methods and a possible reference to a treatise or guidance on alleviating headache symptoms. No clear person, place, or organization is identified.
Trustees plan a December 12 1911 sale by order of Judge J B Newberry at the late Mrs Sarah A Alexanders residence. Personal items include two rules one horse multiple wagons buggy farming tools livestock corn hay syrup furniture and diverse household gear. Cash terms. Carlisle Newton E J Hester Administrators.
Dr. J. L. Ingram, an eyesight specialist from Greenwood, S C, will be in town for two days Monday and Tuesday December 4 and 5 at the Hiawatha Hotel. He offers free eye examinations and guarantees satisfaction with glasses fitted by the latest approved methods. Call to see him.
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