Latta Amendment Granted for New County Split
Governor Ansel granted the Latta amendment amid hearings in Colombia Territory. The issue triggered debates over boundaries and the formation of a New County, with Mayor E C Allen representing Ia and A Dillon E R Hamer among others. A hearing about survey legality and line adjustments followed, with a possible August election, while opposition argues over Beatty and Dillon disputes and the governor’s final decision. The piece ends with a local anecdote about enforcing church distance ordinances and saloon relocation.
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Latta
Ansel
E. C. Allen
Jon
Messrs
A. Dillon
E. R. Hamer
J. W
T. B. Stackhouse
A. Marion
Gov
Ter
Freyors
Dillon
Mace
Heatty
Posey
Survey Beatty
Commismice
Beatty
Supreme Court
Supreme Itt
Blic
Irs
Freakish stream coloration blamed on county ditching
Conway Field notes a physical change from recent county improvements in Horry. J W Latimer explains iron-rich clay subsoils and drainage from freshly ditched fields cause yellow stained waters in Lake Swamp. He warns iron compounds may affect aquatic life and potential sickness from swamp mud and decaying vegetation.
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The
Herald
Hlake
Little Pee
Conway Field
J. W. Latimer
Horry
Lake Swamp
Thankful Mrs Burt Edwards Bequeaths Gratitude
Mrs Burt Edwards and her family express grateful thanks to friends for faithfulness and sympathy during her long illness. Their kindness will be remembered in their hearts.
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Burt Edwaris
Maple Dots and Growing Crops Raise Farming Prospects
Farmers finish cotton chopping and report rapid farm progress with bright crop prospects. Oat crops look good, corn fields praised, and tobacco acreage rising with new barns and a packhouse under construction. Dillon visitors, church will preach next Sunday, and local figures note expanding tobacco operations amid mounting farm structures.
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C. T. Jackson
Dillon
Vandalism Opens Graves in Local Negro Cemetery
Report describes graves disturbed along Dillon Bridge road near the river swamp. Witnesses recount exposed skulls and skeletal remains lying visible as they condemned the act as beastly and pernicious. Public call for investigation and swift punishment.
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Dillon Bridge
Death of an Aged Lady Mrs Price
Mrs Price widow of Hugh Price died at her Dillon area home Saturday after a weeks long illness. She was 81, spent most of life near Dillon, visited town only after her husband's death. Inheriting about 125000 from her husband she chose a simple life at the old home. Buried at Dothan Sunday. funeral at the grave by Rev Joel I Allen. longtime member of the Dillon Methodist Church.
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Dothan
Joel I. Allen
D*llon
Dedication at Hamer Presbyterian Church Sunday
The Presbyterian Church at Hamer will be dedicated on the next Sabbath with Rev. J G Richards and Rev. J A Wilson officiating by appointment of Presbytery. Richards preaches the sermon and the dedicatory service will be followed by the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper. The public is invited.
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Hamer
J. G. Richards
J. A. Wilson
Mr Richards
Unusual plantation accident injures boy at Moore estate
A ten year old negro boy on S L Moore's plantation between Waterloo and Harris Springs was torn by a sack of acid explosion while attempting to untie it. Shock reached others in the field. The boy lost his left thumb and fingers after doctors Wilbur and Fennel treated him.
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S. L. Moore
Waterloo
Harris Springs
Wilbur
Fennel
Orangeburg Times and Democrat
Marriage Invitations Issued for Lane and Rancke Pair
Invitations issued for the marriage of Mr. Fred Lane of Dillon to Miss Alma Rancke at the bride’s Lumperien home on the 25th Japant. She is a prosperous farmer’s daughter residing nearby and is remembered in Dillon as a popular young lady guest of Miss Bessie Lane.
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Fred Lane
Dillon
Alma Rancke
Lumperien
Mise Hawke
Berton
Bessie Lane
Clever Preacher Uses Donations Box Gimmick
A sly reverend ends his sermon by introducing a novel donation box scheme. He describes a red plush cushion and a bell that rings when a nickel lands, prompting the audience to contribute. The plan aims to demonstrate the church’s financial strains and encourage liberal giving.
Latta Driving Association Holds First Meet Amid Gala Day
Latta hosts its first Driving Association meet with visitors from afar, a well prepared grand stand and track, and strong local hospitality. Races include the free for all with Albuta winning, Roy Wilkes second, Alfonso third, plus fields Hebe Dolly Dillon Noah H Little Wilson and Green Boy in later classes, all timing around 2:15 to 2:38. The event earns praise as a grand success and Latta residents vow to continue such entertainments.
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Latta
Commercial Hotel
Pee Dee
Emineque Knox Jackson
Cooley
Darlington
Graham
Marion
Truluck
Rabe Bond
Watson
Margarette
L. E. Edwards
Ray Mare
I Albuta
Howard Cannon
Alfonso
W. R. Drake
Roy Wilkes
Albuta
Drake
Waterloo
Hebe
T. W. Berry
Dolly Dillon
Noah B
R. Ellerbee
Geldiz
Noah H
Reo Charms
Dr. J. G. Rogers
Baymore
Green Boy
H. H. Hubbard
Little Wilson
W. Taylor
Starene
Soaking Shoes in Olive Oil Promises Longer Life
A New Jersey woman explains she soaks only the soles of her new shoes overnight in olive or castor oil to boost durability. She then rubs the uppers with a cloth dipped in oil, noting her friend’s father in shoe manufacturing advised the method for lasting, creak-free footwear.
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N. J
Tom
Mr Allen Recalls Marion Heritage and Local Lands
A traveler visits Marion recalling youth, the Osborne Lane lands, and the Allen family. A seven room cottage is under construction on the old property. The piece discusses local elections, road conditions, and memories of Ex Sheriff W. T. Evans, with remarks on county politics and regional heritage.
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Osborne Lane
Governor Amends Boundary to Include Latta Pleases Dillon Writer
A Dillon writer praises the Governor for amending boundary lines to include Latta. He recalls living on the line during the first county election and notes ten years in the area have shown the need. He urges good men to hold public meetings to explain the county’s necessity and who can meet objections.
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Latta
Dillon
Jurors for Court of G S May 31 list of attendees
A compiled roster names jurors for the Court of G dated May 31. Included are Joe H Gasque Marion J W Frinklen Latta W H McWhin Leette J D Haselden Dillon Gee McLellan Zion F T McLellan Marion D Maxy Watson Sellers KR J Dew Latta G D Johnson Reaves B G Woodbury Woodbury M W Towler Reaves C C Jones Britons Neck John Traywick Carmichael R P Blackwell Homer W D Owens Marion PK Rowell Fork E A Thomas LeGette B W Jackson Manning W J Campbell Latin J S Thompson Manning W H Lide Marion NM Johnson Marion R L Hucks Britons Neck Maxey Dickson Marion W W McEachere Marion O K LaRoque Marion S A Johnson Hillsboro C E Watson Brittons Neck JH Manning Latta JC Brown Walee WS Stalvey Reaves CA Bass Hillsboro WE L Betson Marion MG Foxworth Wahee N A McMillan Reaves Hamp Johnson Moody
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Joe H Gasque
Marion
J. W. Frinklen
Latta
W.H McWhin
Leette
J.D. Haselden
Dillon Gee McLellan
Zion F.T. McLellan
D. Maxy Watson
Sellers KR. J. Dew
G. D. Johnson
Reaves
B. G. Woodbury
Woodbury
M. W. Towler
C.C. Jones
Britons
John Traywick
Carmichael R. P. Blackwell
Homer W. D. Owens
PK. Rowell
Fork
E. A .Thomas
W. Jackson
Manning
W. J.B. Campbell
Latin
J. S. Thompson
Manning W.H. Lide
N.M. Johnson
R. L. Hucks
Maxey Dickson
W. W. McEachere
O. K. LaRoque
S.A. Johnson
Lost glasses lost near church and doctor’s home
A pair of ladies nose glasses with a gold mounted frame disappeared between the Methodist Church and the residence of Dr. B. M. Badger. A suitable reward is offered for their return to Dr. B. M. Badger.
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B. M. Badger
Notice of discharge request filed by Betheas in Marion court
Notice states Clarence Bethea and Thomas J Bethea apply for final discharge. Hearing set for January 11, 1900, at 11 o clock in Marion at the court office. Sale of assets to follow at The Herald Book Store.
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Clarence Bethea
Thomas J. Bethea
Marion
Herald Book
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Wernor
Colombia
Latur
Diggin’s
Ditton Herald
W. Moore
J. H. Blanton
Pleasant Grove
J. W. Moore
R. L. Lane
Simon
Man
Dillon Herald
MR. Allen
B. F. Allen
Allen Place
Samuel Smith
Mullins and
John L. Smith
Stephen Smith
Allen
J. W. Mitchell
Sand Hill
Tempersance Hill
Marton
W. T. Evans
A. P. Edwards
Lucy Stith
Wilson
N. C
H. I. Gasque
Latti
Teason
Lotta
Chacje
Dilion
Dillon Hardware Cr
David
Eason
South Carolina
Court of G. S
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