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Newspaper
The Dillon Herald
Location
Dillon, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1921
Page
4
Editor comments on Fordney tariff duty of 50 dollars per ton on potash and its effects on farmers and manufacturers. Notes potential indirect cotton benefit if tariff remains high. Recalls a Texas tar and feather incident as lawlessness, condemning it as anti civilization and anti Americanism.
A regional newspaper argues operating away from cotton and tobacco toward home-grown crops. It cites the potential of sweet potatoes and Porto Rico yams, notes a local store offering 60 cents a bushel for sweet potatoes, and highlights a broader shift toward diversified farming and new industries. It urges farmers to consider enterprising markets and the impact on local economy.
The article notes average production of 323 pounds of cotton per acre priced at ten cents per pound, contrasting with the gleam of gems found in soil. It praises local land value in Dil County as diamond-like, urging residents to compare profitable crops such as potatoes versus cotton.
Community notices report a Baptist meeting at Reedy Creek Church on Sunday August 10:30 p.m. with prominent speakers, urging large attendance from all Baptist churches. Local social notes mention visits, parties, and community events, including Miss Mary Henry’s surprise birthday and a bridge party hosted by Mrs. W. D. Bethea.
Stamford's firm advertises superfine ribbons for Smith and Underwood typewriters from Ald Publishing Co located at 324, promising quality for steady use.
Wiese timetable shows 10:45 and 1:30 1:45 with 5 and 2:30 10:00 1:00 entries.
J W Hamer named as executor of Sarah McBride estate seeks final discharge with hearing set for Thursday July. Creditors must file claims by 10 am July 28 or lose rights. Judge John Cabell Davis of Dillon County Probate presides. There are 12 000 rural consolidated schools in the country.
Final discharge notice states that McBride deceased has made application for final discharge as executor. A hearing is set for Thursday July 28 at 10 o clock in the forenoon. All persons with claims against the estate must file with the administrator by July 28 or their recovery will be barred. Joe Cabell Davis Dillon County 774.
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