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Newspaper
The Dillon Herald
Location
Dillon, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1911
Page
5
In Gaffney, many await the execution of Hames, convicted for the murder of his wife at a Negro church. Scheduled for the second Friday in January, the act may be stayed by the Governor. otherwise the county faces its first hang since its history began.
Pink Franklin will spend the rest of his days in the state reformatory after Gov. Ansel commuted the 1907 murder sentence of H. E. Valentine, a constable, from death to imprisonment. Clemency petitions from counties and hundreds of people influenced the decision despite protests against pardon. a prior respite extended until January 27. The governor acted independently of the State Board of Pardons.
Bermuda notes report a Sunday sermon at 3:30 p m by Rev Wilson and a quiet Christmas with no serious incidents. Local traders mention rapid mule dealings with Mr F Stephens trading twice in a day and visits between Mr J G Stephens and Mr and Mrs A C Moody last Sunday.
At the home of Mr. A. H. Harelson the column notes several marriages reported in the section. The writer hints that more weddings may follow as youth express interest. M. Moody visited Hayestown last Sunday, and is thought to have found attraction there. The line ends with a call to Charlie Cor, suggesting continued social chatter.
Ford D Bryant Marion and Horry counties offer vegetable farm funds and town lots for sale. Also listed are two stores for rent in a good location for any mercantile business. Apply to D L H W Hyatt.
Dillon residents flocked Wednesday to Ki L Moore and Co as they opened doors to dispose of their vast stock at low prices. The store, popular in the region, drew an unprecedented crowd with many extra clerks handling the rush and promising honest deals to shoppers.
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