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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1915
Page
6
A Pickens retailer marks its 16th anniversary in September 1899 1915 noting years of experience have built better merchandise. The ad touts wide assortments in dry goods including corsets coats blankets shoes and men’s and boys’ suits plus trunks bags neckties and workwear inviting customers to inspect and compare prices and quality.
Local notice warns residents not to make curiosity telephone calls about Box 129 in Greenville South Carolina. The brief item cautions against contacting unknown numbers and emphasizes public safety.
Spartanburg Journal reports John D. Rockefeller dodges direct comment on Allied war loan by offering a verse about a wise old owl. The tale suggests restraint in public statements while hinting at the value of listening over talking.
A reader named W.M. Mercury from Greenville sends a check for $1 to renew The Sentinel subscription. He praises the paper, mentions living away for over four years, and expresses appreciation for local county news.
A reader from Butte Montana asks to update their address to Aberdeen Washington before moving to Pickens. The letter explains Pickens’ naming as a reference to South Carolina’s best pickings inspiring the city name.
An improvement by S M Johnston of near Liberty offers a plow point with a bevel edge that wears evenly. The design keeps material on the left side thicker, allowing the point to last about three times longer than standard points. Farmers would save money by avoiding repeated forging and reshaping.
The Twelve Mile River association plans a two day union meeting with Devotional exercises led by John Corbin, an introductory sermon by Rev H F Wright, and multiple queries on church strength and training. Sunday features devotional by Charles Atkinson and a missionary sermon by Rev J L Willis, with afternoon song service.
Local merchants in Pickens urge residents and visitors to visit the town for trading. They promise good goods and fair treatment as shoppers explore the variety offered.
A large horse swap convention and pers' convention is set for Salem Thursday Friday and Saturday October 21 22 and 28. The event promises lively trading and an enjoyable time for buyers sellers and attendees with many traders participating.
Greenville Oconee Pickens and Anderson counties plan a Friday meeting at Anderson College. Mr. W H Hand has mailed Pickens teachers inviting open discussion on vital issues without papers or fixed addresses.
W M Hagood et al bring a decretal order by Judge Charles G Dantzler dated 1905 to sell on Salesday in November 1916 at Pickens Court House two tracts of land. Tract 1 contains about 71.12 acres with metes and bounds to King Crenshaw and others. Tract 2 contains about 48.88 acres with bounds to J T Taylor and T J Mauldin. Terms: half cash, balance in 12 months secured by mortgage. failure to comply will trigger resale. A J Boggs, Clerk of Court.
Probate records show the last will of Larkin Hughes, deceased, on file. Executor T. J. Mauldin offers three tracts totaling 168 acres near the court house for sale to the highest bidder on November sales day 1915. Tracts: home 58, middle 62, creek 52 acres. terms cash or credit with 8 percent interest. sale details to be arranged day of sale.
Notice lists a petition by freeholders of Johnson School District No. 10 seeking a bond election on October 30, 1915 at J C Garrett Sons store in Norris to erect a new school building. Managers named are KG McWhorter, Dy M Newton and DW Gilstrap. Election to follow general election regulations under AP Williams and HD Entreroen.
A local note lists incoming farm supplies including a car of oats seed at hand, a car of salt, a car of hay, and a car of flour and shorts. It mentions seed wheat due next week and asks if orders have been placed. A friend offers two milk cows for sale.
Heath-Bruce-Morrow Co announces a one week Majestic Demonstration by a range expert in Pickens starting October 28. Learn how a range is built inside and out to ensure a lifetime purchase.
Heath Bruce Morrow Co promotes a week long Majestic Demonstration starting October 25 promising $8.00 worth of fine kitchen ware at no cost upon visiting.
Probate Judge J B Newbery issues notice citing B H Callaham for letters of administration of H Nix estate. Kindred and creditors must appear at Pickens Probate Court on November 4 at 11:00 AM to show cause why administration should not be granted. Dated October 13, 1915.
A market notice from F L Finury in Pickens states he still runs the City Market offering beef pork fish oysters and other meats. He buys hides at ten to fifteen cents, thanks patrons, and asks for continued support at the same stand.
Notice to debtors and creditors for the estate of the late HS. All claims must be proven and presented by November 1, 1915, or be barred. Indebted persons must pay by that date to T. H. ARIAIL, Executor.
The county treasurer of Pickens County announces tax book dates from October 15 to December 31 1915 with optional payments in January 1916 at 1 percent, February 1916 at 2 percent, and March 1916 with 7 percent penalty. Taxpayers may request a notice of amounts due by township or school district and may pay by check money order or registered mail.
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