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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1915
Page
4
The Pickens Sentinel of Rigk ens South Carolina comments on local politics post prohibition, lamp-lit streets demand, and witty observations about editors, lawyers, and public affairs. It mentions a libel settlement, looming tax jokes, and a Greenville shooting incident with an elderly victim.
A quip notes the joke that a cow becomes real estate when she is turned into a field, reflecting a playful line about land use and farming.
A tribute recounts over thirty years of friendship with Henry Arianl. The writing describes his decline, final peaceful death, and burial near his childhood home, praising his faith and the comfort of Christian hope. It also includes notes on Dr Newell Dwight Hillis financial remarks and local subscription reminders.
A retailer markets its stock as unbeatable in Pickens County noting better prices, higher quality, and superior styles than rivals. Shoppers are urged to compare both prices and quality, with a promise of courteous service during a showroom visit.
An ad touts suits made from English fabrics dyed with German dyes offering peaceable fashion amid conflict. Prices range from 8 to 20 dollars with claims of quality and honesty. The piece closes with the idea that clothing identifies a person whether living or dead and urges customers to judge for themselves.
A local ad promotes a large selection of boys and youth clothing for ages three to sixteen. It highlights boys suits from 2.00 to 6.50 and youth suits from 5.00 to 15.00 with patterns, Norfolks, and various styles. Also lists boys pants from 0.50 to 1.75, promising fit and value for parents.
The ad touts Walk-Over Zeigler Godman R. T. Wood Endicott-Johnson lines with prices from 75 cents to eight dollars. It promises style and fit across men women and children, urging customers to visit to see the extensive, varied stock and new toes and cloth tops.
A local retailer promotes a new line called The Sport Coat in blues and reds. The season features wool poplin suits praised for excellent wear and strong selection in blacks and blues with various fancy patterns.
The store touts an immense dress goods line including garbardines ottomons serges wool and silk poplins broad cloths with matching trimmings. Purchases were made early in spring on cotton at seven cents, promising customers low prices and a wide array of staple dry goods. Heavy cotton flannel and Amoskeag Teazle Down Outing are highlighted at 10 cents per yard along with sweaters.
A local shop promotes a selection of hats including a $3.00 chamois hat by John B. Stetson and competing $4.00 and $5.00 options. Men’s cheap hats start at $1.00, boys’ hats range 60c to $1.60, while caps in blue serge and patterns run 25c to $1.00.
A local ad promotes fall patterns in rugs and art squares to cover worn carpet areas and enhance room decor. Shoppers are invited to view the rug and carpet department for selections and ideas.
A local store advertises a complete line of furniture and house furnishings. It emphasizes quality, style, and low prices, inviting customers to browse and compare to find value for single pieces or full home outfitting.
A local retailer highlights groceries with top quality and low prices. The department carries shelf and heavy hardware year round. Stynchburg Turn Plows and points are stocked and a line of stoves and ranges is coming soon with attractive prices.
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