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Newspaper
The Dillon Herald
Location
Dillon, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1920
Page
6
A Dort touring car covered 23 states in snow mud rain and hills with a 1000 pound load, proving endurance rather than speed. The test, spanning late summer to winter, assessed performance on diverse roads and climates, highlighting Dort engineering and reliability for daily users.
Clemson March 12 The best information indicates a fertilizer shortage will hinder seeding. Strikes in Florida phosphate fields delayed acid phosphate production while railroads and docks struggle to move phosphate rock potash and nitrate of soda to manufacturers. Farmers may apply fertilizer as a second dose near rows if needed and are urged to order now to help manufacturers gauge demand.
Columbia March 20 Gerge Warren of Hampton announced his candidacy for the United States Senate opposing incumbent Ellis N Durant Smith of Lynchburg. Warren, 32, cites repeal of the Volstead act for milder prohibition and tax debt amortization as goals. He has served in the House of Representatives and was a circuit judge candidate, later solicitor of the Fourteenth Circuit. A Clemson College graduate, Warren notes his youth and extensive political experience.
A Dillon County readership is asked to remember Rev. F C Curtis in a moving tribute from the Baptist Courier. The writer extols Curtis as honest, selfless, and devout with a gentle disciple spirit, praising his preaching, simplicity, and social kindness. The piece notes his heavenly hope and deep friendship with the author, who cherished their bond.
The Progressive Farmer editor Clarence Poe urges South Carolina farm boys to pursue schooling and join agricultural clubs. He advises seeking two or four year college study or a shot course in agriculture and enrolling in boys club work such as corn or pig clubs. He suggests contacting a county agent or sending a postal card to join.
Statement of the Condition of the Bank of Lake View at Lake View South Carolina shows total assets of 512 385 27 with loans 363 587 07 overdrafts 52 499 23 and holdings including bonds and stocks 9 600 00 and bank building 2 500 00 Liabilities include capital stock 50 000 00 surplus 20 000 00 undivided profits 6 025 52 and deposits 404 582 39 with notes rediscounted bills payable 22 000 00 and reserve for taxes 1 172 64 Notary public R E Pace attested the report March 8 1920 and directors R S Rogers R F Elvington L W Temple also listed Dinner offer at Palmetto Cafe Sunday.
Directors of the Dillon County Fair Association vote to raise capital from ten thousand to fifteen thousand dollars. A stockholders meeting is set for Friday April 16 1920 at 3 pm at A P Bethea’s office over the Bank of Dillon to consider the increase and elect officers. A V Bethea president and A P Bethea secretary signed the notice.
Advertisement promotes a specially prepared Syruphonic Laxative named LAX FOS WITH PEPSIN for habitual constipation. Claims prompt relief with regular 14 to 21 day use to induce regular action. Describes stimulation and regulation and notes a pleasant taste and 60 cents per bottle.
Mrs. M. A. Flowers of Hampton Street Dillon praises Dan's Kidney Pills for kidney trouble and backaches. She says irregular kidney action, swollen ankles and puffiness eased after using the pills, bought for 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo lists the ad.
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