Aunt Beck Militer The Herald Reader Letter From Maxton
A reader from Maxton North Carolina writes to The Herald praising local heritage and detailing the Robeson Laurinburg area, farming prospects and nearby towns. She notes dry weather conditions talks about crops tobacco beans and livestock, and commemorates Lacey Hester a local soldier killed in Norfolk Virginia. She closes with greetings from Aunt Becky on June 3rd.
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Lacey Hester
John’s
Norfolk Va
Will
Hugh Steward
Calidonia Church
Norfolk
J. L. Mc
Dillon
Becky
Maxton
N. C
The Passing of the Old Pharaohs Prophesied
An editorial copy by J. P. Caldwell from the Charlotte Observer circa Bismarck era warns of a world war prophecy. It notes physicians’ denials of Bismarck’s nearing end as suspicious, amid the march of armies and looming crisis.
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J. P. Caldwell
Charlotte Observer
Bismarck
End of Blood and Iron Era Foretold by Exchange
In a vivid forecast the Exchange envisions upheaval as rulers fall after Gladstone era leaders, with Germany's Bismarck nearing death, Britain’s queen and Austria’s Prinz Joseph named, and a reshaped world map driven by new national policies. The piece hints at volatile seas and a carnival of danger amid global powers clashing.
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Far East
Tes
Nils
Gladstone
Bismarck
England
Prinz Joseph
Austria
Pope
Joseph
Repricala Saya Lansing and Cotton Futures T: Investigation notes reprisals and wages in cotton market
The note from Germany via the Swiss Embassy threatened retaliation if exchanges refuse an exchange of Siegfrie d Paul London for a Russian spy held in Atlanta. Secretary Lansing stated Germany’s action would be met promptly. The War Department reports 133 American soldiers and 216 civilians in German camps, with 5,000 Germans interned overall. The Cotton Futures section notes price disparities between spot and futures middling cotton, harming hedging and market stability. The Agriculture Department will conduct a thorough investigation to identify causes and remedies, and will address low grade cotton use with the War Industries Board amid high government demand.
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United States
Department
Himbassy
Siegfried Paul London
Germany
Frans von Rintelen
Atlanta
Lansing
War Department
Secretary of Agriculture
Bureau of Markets
United Special Investigation of
States
Ne York
New Orleans
Department of Agriculture
War Industries Board
For Sale Miller's Certificates Pads of 100
Advertises pads of one hundred Miller's certificates at 60 cents per pad delivered anywhere. States payment by cash or stamps with order. From The Herald dated June 13.
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Miller‘s
the Herald
Hae closes a coastals years in its history
Hae announces the thirty fifth annual session opening September on the coast. The notice invites readers to request a new illustrated catalogue and to inquire about a special offer for a few girls unable to pay catalogue rates, addressed to J. M., Rhodes, Littleton, North Carolina.
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J. M
Rhodes, Littleton
N.C
Notice of Veterinary Practice in Latta, 8 C
I am now located at Latta 8 C for practice of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery. I am a graduate of a leading U S Veterinary College. Medical attention is given to all domestic animals. All calls appreciated and answered promptly.
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Latta
8. C
U. S
Enrollment for SC Democratic primaries opens June to July 1918
Notice under 1918 South Carolina Democratic rules lists enrollment sites across clubs from Gaddys Mill to Dillon Hardware. It requires voters to enroll at the club nearest residence, with conditions of age, party, citizenship, and residency, plus a gospel administrator exemption. A. B. Jordan and D. S. Allen sign as chair and secretary-treasurer.
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Gaddys Mill
Wille Lupo
W. A. Lupo
Gaddy Carmichael
Chart Gibson
Maple Mill
L. C. Lovell
J. R. Jones
J. L. Sarvis
Mt. Calvary
Wigsing
J. Carmel
Little Rock
Rock Bard
St. Owen
L. Bethea
W. Fork
Fork Drug Company
Nemes
Sh Sah
Sotto Tat Peoples
Dror
B. A. Bothen
W. Epps
H. B. Seymore
Pleasant Anne
J. A. McLeod
Lake View
Bank of Pages Mills
M. Gaddy
Ford Rogers
Ees
Floydale
W. ‘. Floyd's
Floyd
Murray Hayes
J. R. Reaves
Ora Tanner
W. T
Oak Grove
J. D. Coleman
Jno
D. Coleman
M. 8
Brigman
T. L. Fore
Dillon
Dillon Hardware Company
C. L. Wheeler
W. H. Muller
Joe P. Lane
Cver
United States
Location and Environment of the College in Deonee County
The College sits in Deonee County at the Blue Ridge foot, on the homestead of voho Calhoun then his son-in-law Thos G Clemson. It stands over 00 feet above sea level with a healthful climate. Temptations to dissipate or spend money foolishly are minimized. Students are under strict military government and trained to reflect credit on the College and the state.
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Deonee County
Blue Ridge Mountains
Voho
Calhoun
Thos. G. Clemson
Atute
Religious Influ ences at College Ministers and Buildings
The College funds the salaries of four resident ministers who conduct services and perform pastoral work among the cadets. A strong Sunday school and a Missionary Christian Association with two salaried Secretaries are active. A $75,000 M C A building was completed in January 1916.
Admission Requirements for a South Carolina College
The document lists age and discharge requirements for admission and re admission. It states applicants must be at least one year old at entrance, possess an honorable discharge from the last school, and follow the same standards as other colleges in South Carolina. Details are in the college catalogue, with Hastings forbidden by state and college laws. Applications are not accepted until forms pledges have been filed.
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South Rolina
Agriculture Sails Veterinary Science Civil Engineering
An unclear listing outlines various fields including veterinary science civil engineering electrical engineering mechanical engineering textile engineering architecture chemical engineering and mentions four year in school and experience requirements with references to eight grade levels. The fragment is fragmented and reads like a misrendered job or program notice.
Award of Scholarships and Free Tuition Terms
The College offers 169 four year scholarships in Agricultural and Textile Courses and 51 in the One Year Agricultural Course. Each scholarship is worth 100 dollars with free tuition. Examinations and entrance tests are held at county courthouses at 9 a.m. on July 12. The State Board of Charities and Corrections investigates applicants’ finances and reports to the College’s Board of Trustees, whose decisions can be appealed to the State Board of Education. The College will provide application blanks.
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State Board of Charities and Corrections
Board of Trustees
State Board of Education
Clemson College Military Training Emphasized by War Dept
Clemson College is rated as a Military College with uniformed discipline under regular army officers. The college reports over 400 men in service and notes that many earned commissions from the 1917 officer training camp. Freshmen to Short Course students take three hours weekly basic military instruction, with juniors and seniors eligible for an advanced course. Government stipends accompany uniforms and subsistence. completion of the advanced course offers military advantages.
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Wilson
War Department
Engineering English
Engineer Officers’ Training
Engineers’ Corps
Naval Reserve
U. S. Navy Steam Engineering
RO. T.C
Quartermaster's Reserve Corps
Secretary of War
O Mien
U.S
Clemson College
Reserve Officer's Training Corps
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Militer
South Carolina
Laurinburg
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Clio
3. C
Succesien
Kaiser
P. Caldwell
Repricala
Saya Lansing
J. M. Bailey, D.¥. Mm
Dillon Herald
Chenatry Daleylog
Veterimary Science
W. M. Riggs
S. C
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