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Newspaper
The Dillon Herald
Location
Dillon, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1918
Page
5
Residents and visitors from Greenville Clemson Mississippi New York and Virginia spend the holidays in Dillon and nearby towns. Names include S M Gaddy Adele Criz Lena Smith Robert Miller Floyd Hicks George Whitefield Annie Coppage J E Sizemore A Pierce Alford Carl Edens Frank Carmichael and Dr Michaux with mentions of corrections and a minor automobile collision in town.
Washington December 21 Andrew J Bethea Lieutenant Governor of South Carolina was in Washington on his way to Columbia from Camp Kendrick New Jersey where he has served in the military He enlisted last fall waived his exemption to the state office and saw service at Camp Humphreys Virginia He is advised by the War Department that he will soon receive a commission and may go abroad for Army duties in Europe He values the enlisted experience and believes officers should serve as privates first
Pursuant to an order of the Probate Court I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash on January 6 1919 at 12 oclock in front of the courthouse door in Dillon Montana 3 twenty shares of stock Bank of Dillon and 2 shares capital stock of Peoples Bank of Dillon Purchasers may take any number of shares.
President Wilson urges the American people to donate at least 30 million dollars for Near East refugees during January 12 19 1919 to aid 4 000 000 famine and war affected Armenians Syrians Greeks and others including 400 000 orphans Sunday schools in Dillon county report strong local response with a goal of 2 000 000 from North American churches and 60 dollars to clothe an orphan for a year
Notice is given by authority of the Probate court of Dillon County I will sell at public auction to the highest cash bidder on January 2 1919 starting at the late residence of Austin Hamilton deceased then moving to the Woollie Hamilton place near Dillon to the John Clark place and to the Author Hamilton place all personal property of the estate including live stock farming implements fodder corn cotton seed cotton seed meal fertilizer soda peas iron safe hogs hay and more Cash payment required before removal The sale begins at 10 a.m. at the Hamilton residence with subsequent stops at 11 12 and 12 30 noon Administrator R B Taylor signing 12 26 11 263
Having qualified as administrator of the estate of W. B. Gaddy deceased, notice is given that all persons indebted to said estate are requested to make payment to the undersigned and all persons having claims against said estate are requested to present them duly authenticated within the time provided by law or this notice will be pleaded in that of their recovery. K Spencer Carmichael, Administrator, December 26, 1931.
Multiple small notices include for rent and sale of houses in Dillon South Ist Ave and East West Dillon, sale of seed oats and pea nut meal, a ready for service Holstein bull, lost boots in front of Blum's, ready terms for several houses, hand painted baskets, government autos for sale and dealer ads, and a probate notice from Joe Cabell Davis scheduling administration hearing for E. C. Taylor with details for creditors and date January 6th 1918.
Julius Ray applies for letters of administration of the Luther R Hayes estate. The court cites kin and creditors to appear in probate court in Dillon on Tuesday January 6 at 11 a.m. to show cause why administration should not be granted. Dated December 21, 1918 by Joe Cabell Davis Dillon County.
Mr. T. S. Saleeby of this city received Beirut letters stating 17 of 21 Saleeby family members in Syria died of starvation. He and his mother plus three brothers are the sole survivors. He sent three hundred dollars to the stricken relatives after learning the news.
Doctors and druggists urge calomel purgatives, preferably Calotabs, as the first step in treating cold, cough, influenza, or grippe. One Calotab on the tongue at bedtime with water is claimed to break a severe cold overnight, refreshing the system by morning. Sold in sealed packages for 35 cents, guaranteed by druggists with refund if not delighted.
Known well to locals, the feature highlights Dillon residents and community life with familiar venues and personalities. It showcases daily routines, landmark spots, and shared interests that bind the town's social fabric.
Court of Common Pleas in Dillon County South Carolina features Charles Cook as plaintiff seeking relief against Caleb J Cook and others. The notice requires defendants to answer within twenty days of service. cites 1918 dates and includes Doans Kidney Pills advertisement text.
Paris reports talk of Marshal Foch paying tribute to President Wilson yesterday. Foch arrived in a worn uniform and few decorations, while the president said a visit of Foch to America would be a greater honor. A second item promotes loose leaf accounting as a time and cost saver for local businesses.
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