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Newspaper
The Dillon Herald
Location
Dillon, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1921
Page
4
A fragment notes detectives hunting a moonshiner amid a broader scene where armed railway mail clerks and clerks deter mail robberies. It mentions Postmaster General Hays arming personnel, and observes that bandits avoid direct confrontations while rubber heels and street travel are discussed.
The article argues sweet potatoes are a safe long term money crop for farmers. Though not quick profits, they can be stored or shipped to markets with better prices, supporting local revenue as the drying plants could handle up to $50,000 worth of potatoes, a substantial tax payoff for the county.
Dillon defeats Latta 8 to 4 on Thursday afternoon. L Johnson pitched for Latta, allowing 10 hits. M Coplume pitched for Dillon, yielding 10 hits but effective in key moments. Both teams showed strong fielding and hard hitting through ten hits apiece.
Notice of election for Lake View School District No. 1a to issue up to four thousand dollars in bonds to enlarge and outfit the schoolhouse. Ballots mark For Bonds or Against Bonds. Election managers named. voters must show tax receipts and registration certs. Also includes final discharge notice for Celia Ann Jackson estate and a probate notice for Ossscabell Day.
A prewar price ad promotes Willylight Junior as a new power plant priced at $295 with other sizes available. It promises easy payments, national backing, and unusually attractive terms to live salesmen who respond quickly. Wire or write to Carolina Willys Light Co., 127 Main St Laurinburg NC.
The Union Central Life Insurance Company of Cincinnati files a summons against multiple defendants including Planters National Bank Porter Motor Co and various companies. Defendants must answer within twenty days after service or the plaintiff will seek relief. Dated Dillon South Carolina June 18 1921 by Gibson Mull er Attorneys. attested by Sam McLaurin notary.
The Methodist Baptist and Presbyterian Sunday schools held a Union picnic at Pee Dee Park on Friday the 24th. Several hundred attended, enjoyed swimming in the heat, social gatherings, and a full day of refreshments including lemonade and iced tea.
Latta residents and visitors mingle on Monday and Thursday with many stops in nearby towns. Notables include Rev J L Mullinix of Bingham, Victor Berry of Minturn, Dr W L Rogers, Lattie Holt, H B Seymour, and J D Gashoun among others. The note mentions weddings, a college prep path, and neighbors traveling for business, visits, and summer plans.
Report from Latta recounts Dr Kirkland’s family bereavement in Savannah and a promising cotton crop amid dry weather. Latta town moves clerks and elects a mayor pro tem as Fenegan resigns, Bethea steps down, and J L Watson becomes mayor pro tem. A Latta vs Dillon baseball game drew near perfect play with Latta winning 4 to 1 in the ninth.
Mrs E L Pov of the Dalcho section entertains a handkerchief dance over Mina Bethea and Bethea joins in.
Classified ad seeks salesmen for 6000 mile guaranteed tires with a $100 weekly salary plus commissions. Cowan Tire & Rubber Co. Box 734 Chicago Illinois advertisement appears with other notices.
The College of Charlestown announces entrance examinations and scholarships for free tuition in a county plan. Four year programs include B.S. degrees, premedical track, well equipped labs, and athletic facilities. Catalog highlights and illustrated prospectus available from President Harrison Randolph, Bad.
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