Calhoun Statue Site Chosen for Capitol Hall Setting
Discussion at the annual board meeting names Calhoun statue placement in Sta Mary Hall at the Capitol in Columbia. Governor Ansel, Superintendent Woods, and others plan an unveiling in December with a September installation target, promising full participation by the Calhoun committee.
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Calhoun
Washington
Anse PM OW
Reckstall
Eton
Cullum
Sta. Mery Hall
Ruck-tulil
Gaverane
Ansel
Capitol
Testitae
Witele
Tate
Rueckert
Woods
Efurts
New Press Cloth Plant in Columbia to Reopen with 300000 Capital
The Interstate Cotton Seed Crus era Association voted in Memphis to restart the press cloth mill in Columbia, the South’s only press cloth factory outside Texas, backed by 300000 dollars. VP BP Taylor and president John J Seibels lead the venture, joining forces with local boosters to advance Columbia’s industrial prospects. Also reported, jail releases in robbery cases near Warren and Augusta, and a dramatic Orangeburg river incident where a boat party narrowly escaped a giant moccasin after one man sprang a whip-like strike to kill the snake.
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New Press
Columbia
Memphis
Mt Press
Phoot
Cahumbia
Texas
Pariien
BP. Taylor
Association
Coolumbia Press Cloth Company
John J. Seibels
Columbia Enterprise
Beneoi
Fear For Cotton Crop In Yorkville Area
Abnormal rainfall and very cold weather last week raised concerns for the cotton crop. Despite the chill, stands are among the best in years and the autumn crop appears especially promising. County acreage is believed to be the largest in its history.
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Yorkville
Aiken Bank Victimized By Clever Forgery
A forged check used as part of an elaborate ruse was cashed at Farmers and Merchants Bank in Aiken. The writing on the check closely mimicked Henry Williams, with the bank noting the endorsement appeared in a different hand. Police pursue the fictitious Henry Williams as investigators seek to identify the forger and recover losses.
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Aiken
Henry Willian
Tory
Biel
Henry Williams
Farmers’ and Merchants Bank
Toole
Inguy
London
Lake Mohonk
Nicholas
Murray Butler
Columbia University
Great Britain
Germany
Meysesh
Dreseery
Ejenal
Tye Sonia
Elylow
Maldyne
Commence
Mies
Tol
Fire at Buffalo cotton warehouse damages near 1000 bales
A Monday night blaze at a Buffalo Union Special Fire warehouse destroyed about 1,000 bales of cotton and was kept under control after hours of mill firemen effort. The loss is insured. Laurens Special Insurance Commissioner McMaster revoked State Mutual Fire Insurance Co’s license, saying the firm could not collect assessments to cover about $7,000 in losses. The company will seek a receiver.
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State Mutual
Laurens, Sperial Insurancce
Missioner McMaster
Matual Fire Insurance Company
Mutual Fire Companies
Gaffney Opens New Park Areas At Three Locations
W C Hamrick has purchased land in southern Gaffney and is beautifying it with a landscape gardener. The site will be open to the public on certain days for picnics and open-air concerts. Gaffney now features Irene Park at Irene Mills City Park and Hamrick Park.
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Gaffney
W. C. Hamrick Lay
Irene
Irene Mills
City Park
Hamrick
London confronts German threats in wartime tension
London reports rising fear of Germany as press accounts cite sightings of warning signals and alleged naval communications across the North Sea. The public mood grows anxious amid sensational stories of German spying and sabotage, while officials debate Britain’s stance and protective measures.
Military Debate Warns of Weak British Army
In a Lords debate Lord Steberts urges frank warnings on Britain's defense. He laments lack of armor and trained troops, says the nation underestimates invasion risk, and calls for clear public explanation of military danger and a plan to build a real army. Misadmonitions target government reps.
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Tondon
Steberts
House of Lords
Mod
Hasos
Atton
Jendere
Nerferwy
Jenders
Europe
Glucose Trust May Run Candy Stores
National confectioners forecast a major clash over control of the candy trade as Corn Products Refining Company moves to use its glucose in own factories and possibly retail through company stores. Key directors include E. T. Bedford and James A. Moffett, with ties to William Rockefeller. If glucose is sold in company outlets, smaller firms like Huyler’s and Loft’s face forced consolidation or competition. The association notes the trend mirrors tobacco industry organization.
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Bedfo
New York City
United States
Corn Products Refining Company
Huyler's
Loft’s
the Mirror
Repetti's
National
Confecioners’ Association
Honest Man Finds and Returns $120 in Beav er Creek Mushrooms
William Wilson, a laboring man from Des Moines, found 120 dollars in greenbacks under a tin can near Beaver Creek while foraging for mushrooms. He turned the money to Justice of the Peace Boe, gave an affidavit, and earned the nickname Iowa's Original Honest Man.
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Des Moines
Iowa
William Wilson
Justice of the Peace Boe
Wilson
Beaver Creek
Cape Cod Coast Erosion Forces Coastal Shifts
A northeast gale over a week eroded Cape Cod shores from Wood's Hole to Nantucket shoals, cutting away beaches and forcing relocation of hotels and summer homes. Residents report unprecedented coastline changes and tidal upheaval across Vineyards Sound and along the cape.
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Cape Cod
Wood's Hole
Mass
Vineyard Sound
Nantucket
Ufesavera
Ex Coneree smi Seth W. Cohn Aled ar St touhs
A garbled report mentions ex convict Seth W. Cohn and a series of chaotic references including Brooklyn Navy Yard, a riot injury, and the Getatery. It cites Drew, a former president of a defunct Ste sankot Marti Mies, and Park Communisiiner Smith seeking more justified action. President Taft is noted gathering tariff data as a separate thread. A speeding arrest in New York City involves Charles L. Force, Wall Street broker, whose car allegedly killed Ingyaard Trimble on March 4.
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Coneree
Seth W. Cohn
Peru
Telia
Reldeh
Dave
Papi
Drew
Ste Sankot
Helene Brake
New York
Lafastic
Dewwai
Altriet
Taft
New York City
Charles L. Force
Wall Street
William Darerich
Ingyaard Trimble
Firemen Strike Settled After Georgia Railroad Lockout
After a lengthy stoppage, firemen on the Georgia Railroad ended their strike by 2 PM Saturday. Officials announced a settlement but details remained cautious as communities faced transportation slowdowns, fuel shortages, and halted services.
Henry H. Rogers Will and Estate Details
The will of the late Henry Throwers was filed for probate in New York. Wall Street estimates value the estate between 250000000 and 875000000, with the residuary share allotted to the children and others as they reach age forty five.
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Henry H. Rogers
New York
Henry Throwers
Wall Street
Hale
Senate Discusses Sugar Tariff Debates in Washington
Fragmented OCR text shows lawmakers debating sugar policy and tariff bill dynamics. Mentions Senate leaders, procedural remarks, and references to hearings, public interest, and ongoing legislative maneuvering amid unclear details.
Crystallized Currant Selecting Method
A brief note from the Boston Post describes selecting a firm currant confection. It instructs dipping the fruit from Bemis, coating with powdered sugar, arranging on paper, and baking briefly in a cool oven for ten minutes until firm, then cooling before serving.
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Boston Post
Texas Tornado Killing Dozen Shocks Nation
A devastating tornado ripped through Texas causing extensive destruction and killing at least thirty two people with many more feared dead. The storm flattened homes businesses and left a wide path of ruin as rescuers searched for survivors amidst the debris.
Electrical storm cuts power in Gilt Waters area
A severe electrical storm struck the section early Monday evening causing power outages and raising safety concerns for residents and occupants of small homes in Gilt waters. The city’s electric lighting system was knocked out during the event.
Peru Uprising Rumor Reported In Lima May 440
A report from Lima describes an uprising rumor near 440 Saturday afternoon involving attempts against President Teguia. Police were asked to respond as disorder spread, with conflicting accounts of attackers and demands. President Teguia remains loyal and supporters say he will defend the government.
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Peru
Lima
Teguia
Wade Pon
Tlesui Fleais
Deweve
Cotoe
Labor Lesters Convicted in Chicago Extortion Trial
A jury convicted Madden and co defendants in a Chicago extortion case. The defendants, including Madden dubbed the "Crar" by local press, were charged with conspiring to extort a sum from Klieka and acted as leaders in the alleged scheme.
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Madden
J. Boyle
Chicago
Klieka
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