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Newspaper
The Dillon Herald
Location
Dillon, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1920
Page
4
In the Bilton Herald a Dillon County reader offers commentary on Prohibition and beer, college cost, thieves in autos described as high powered, and the overall movement’s impact on overalls. The piece praises Comptroller General Osborne, laments low salaries for public officers, and argues for a capable, progressive government in South Carolina.
A reader cites historic lynchings nationwide counting 3061 deaths with Georgia 385 Mississippi 373 Texas 325 and Louisiana Alabama Arkansas Tennessee Florida Kentucky South Carolina following. The letter argues mob justice persists and only federal action can curb it, urging public support for Bethea’s political stance and asking readers to vote.
By order of the President the Secretary of War awarded the Distinguished Service Cross to Second Law. David B. Monroe deceased of Marion SC for gallant actions in the Sixteenth in Gantry. The official citation describes his bravery and sacrifice, noting his aid despite danger and his steadfast leadership.
Clemson College horticulturist urges Clemson area growers and warehousemen to forecast conditions and form a sweet potato growers association. He notes storage helps but does not guarantee crops and stresses the need to organize to market and promote the product. A Columbia meeting is planned for late June or early July to organize the association.
The Department of Agriculture reported May 26 cotton conditions at 62.4 percent of normal, the lowest in fifty years, with two to four weeks late planting. excessive rains and cold nights caused seed rotting and stunt, while replanting rose to 40 percent in some areas. Conditions by state ranged from 68 percent in Virginia to 72 in Louisiana and 61 in Oklahoma.
The Lexington Dispatch notes the South Carolina Development Board rejects the slogan in it for South Carolina while urging broader action to awaken state industry. It highlights untapped land, the delta’s potential, and building cash markets for farm products, stressing citizen support and financial backing for statewide progress.
William Joseph Showalter applauds Mexico City as a remarkable capital in a Nat ional Geographic Society communication. He notes its valley setting amid mountains with Popocatepetl and Iztaccíhuatl, mild climate, and historic Aztec channel networks and canals. The piece traces post conquest development, including the Viceroyalty era, the Avenida de Los Príncipes parade ground, and cultural landmarks.
A tour through Mexico City highlights historic sites such as the cathedral and Hospital de Jesus, with notes on Cortes meets Montezuma, the House of Tiles, and a famed bronze statue of Charles IV. The piece covers the national pawn shop, burial customs, and a vast city cemetery with bone pits and cremations, underscoring the era of church‑state separation under Juarez.
Rev. W. Ranson spoke at Yorkville Associate Reformed Church last Thursday night about primitive farming in India. He described broad sowing of cotton, lack of rows, individual hoeing, and light cultivation, with yields around 150 to 200 pounds per acre. He noted natives gradually adopting new methods with improved results.
Having qualified as administrator of the estate of W Preston Rosier deceased, notices are given to all claimants to present duty authenticated within the time provided by law or be barred. All indebted persons must promptly pay to the administrator W W Elvington at 610 31.
J M Bryant guardian for minor Marion Rosier seeks final discharge. Hearing set for Thursday July 1 at 10 a m. All creditors must file claims with the guardian by 10 a m July 1 to avoid bar. Judge of Probate Joe Cabell Davis, Dillon County.
Notice proclaims Sunday services at 7 30 PM in Maple Mill school building conducted by American Rescue Workers of Dillon. Public invited. Captain B Y Gibson officer in charge asks cooperation prayers and financial support from all nominations and the public. Dillon S C.
The administrator of the estate of Jule Rogers deceased notifies all creditors to present their claims with due proof within the law and all debtors to pay their obligations to the undersigned. Dated 6-10-34 by Parham.
Jno W McKay guardian of Wade Baker minor applies for final discharge. Hearing set for Thursday July 1 at 10 am in the courthouse. Claimants must file claims by July 1 am or be barred. Judge of Probate.
A Columbia State report cites higher infant fatalities in March 1920, with more babies under one year dying than in any March over the previous six years. Officials note uncertainty whether the rise reflects better reporting or a larger infant population.
A notice from Dillon County South Carolina announces an election to increase the levy for common school purposes in Bingham School District No 11. The vote will be held June 22 at W. C. Hatchell's Store, with trustees serving as managers. Eligible voters must show tax receipts and registration certificates to vote, and ballots will read Yes or No depending on support.
A fragment hints at a sensational film titled The Miracle Man with mention of an amazing oul and a schedule noting Monday and Tuesday showings. The readable text suggests a grand cinema promotion in a small paper.
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