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Newspaper
The Dillon Herald
Location
Dillon, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1919
Page
4
The Herald notes 20 percent excess American paper use over production, urged curbing large Sunday editions in metropolitan newspapers. It cites Chicago papers consuming 750 tons for one Sunday issue and argues waste harms smaller papers facing higher costs for ink, type, labor, and materials. Advertising growth is seen as a partial remedy to offset losses.
Col. R. M. Mixon of Williston, elected president, calls for rapid expansion of the South Carolina branch of the American Cotton Association. He warns cotton has sold below production cost for fifty years and urges bankers, merchants, farmers and especially women to enroll, unite, and press for fair prices and rural improvement statewide. He stresses coordinated effort, education, and home front duties while warning against planting too much cotton next year.
Washington reports drastic fuel restrictions easing some shortages as Garfield issues a national order reducing lighting and heating for bituminous coal users. Electric transit must cut schedules, stores and plants face three day work weeks, with exemptions for essential services and safety needs.
Dillon county residents who filed 1918 income tax returns will see their names posted in post offices. Postmasters must display the list of all mail recipients who filed returns, as ordered by internal revenue collector D C Heyward. About 19 000 South Carolinians file returns. singles with 1800 or more and married with 2000 or more must file. Returns due in January.
Palm Beach Florida December 7 a large fleet of pleasure yachts and privately owned cruisers started north today mostly by the inland water route in response to SOS telegrams from their owners The cause is the inability of wealthy persons to secure private Pullman cars or railroad reservations to bring them from New York Philadelphia and other winter homes here The strike is responsible
Senora Felipe Angeles widow of the Mexican revolutionary leader executed by Carranza troops died in New York City. She had come from El Paso three months earlier worn by nervous exhaustion from fear for her husband’s safety. Her death spared her the news of his arrest and execution, and she died in ignorance. She leaves four children. She was 148 years old.
The Civic Improvement Association reminds Dillon merchants not to sweep waste paper into streets or sidewalks. Violations carry a fine of 1 to 10 dollars or 30 days on public highways, at the Mayor's discretion. The mayor expects enforcement to curb unsightly conditions. Farmers groups report large lime and nitrate purchases, and tobacco activity grows in Edgefield. Dillon County corn crop prospects point to a strong 1920 season with 400 to 600 acres likely planted.
Two U S Marines Captain Hannagan and Lieutenant Button infiltrated Charlemangues bandit group in Haiti after he terrorized the countryside for two decades. They watched his camp, then killed him at a wilderness cabin, later aiding a successful march on his followers. They are recommended for the Congressional Medal of Honor.
A six year old, Fitz Lee Howard of Claussen Florence County, died after his night dress caught fire from flames. He was rushed to Florence for treatment where he died. Funeral services are at Hopewell church at 11 tomorrow morning. The Howards are prominent in the county and friends mourn with them. Also note Li e County fair attendance around eight thousand with strong livestock displays. Stray notice: two horse mules, about 1000 pounds, ten years old, one coal black and one sorrel with white above eyes, are missing from J O Brigman Mallory route, seeking reward.
An old advertisement touts Grove’s Tasteless Chill Tonic as a health aid for children. It claims regular use will enrich the blood improve digestion and help expel worms for a healthier child. The tonic is described as pleasant to take and offered per bottle.
Sunday school begins at 10 a m with Me W H Muller as superintendent. Preaching at 11 a m and 7 p m by Dr Watson B Duncan with topics The Spirit of Cooperation in Church Work and A Message from Hell. Prayer service Wednesday at 7 p m and Teachers Meeting Saturday at 4 p m Public invited to all services.
The State of South Carolina Dillon County by Joe Cabell Davis Probate Judge cites and admonishes the kindred and creditors of I I Fass Jr deceased to appear before the Court of Probate in Dillon on Tuesday December 22 at 11 o clock to show cause why administration should not be granted. Given December 8 1919. Joe Cabell Davis Judge of Probate Dillon County.
The State of South Carolina Coun c Dillon by Joe Cabell Davis Probate Judge issues a notice. A. P. Bethea seeks letters of administration for the estate of Mrs. W. W. Hamilton Sr. Citations require all heirs and creditors to appear at the Dillon Court of Probate on Wednesday December 24 at 11 in the forenoon to show cause why administration should not be granted.
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