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Newspaper
The Dillon Herald
Location
Dillon, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1918
Page
1
A soldier describes rest camps in France during August 1918. He notes long moves by train and foot, admires French scenery and architecture, and praises the French people and welcome from villagers. He recounts staying with a kind elderly couple, wine hospitality, and hopes to learn French while awaiting further duties.
The Tokyo Chamber of Commerce reports skilled trades earning new top rates during the war era. Carpenters rise to 75 cents daily, masons 95 cents, roofers 76 cents, bricklayers $1, joiners 76 cents, gardeners 80 cents, shoemakers 75 cents, foundrymen $1, printers and compositors 67 1/2 cents, and unskilled laborers 65 cents. The writer also notes wartime hardships in France and vivid personal impressions from travels.
John D Allen writes from a base port in France praising French bravery and resilience after four years of war. He notes a calm sea voyage, asks for Herald copies, and requests the mother's address update for future correspondence and to send supplies such as a sweater. He mentions uncertainty about David's address.
Dear Father and Mother I write to say I am well and getting along fine despite uncertain times. We have had sport and plenty of coxing and wrestling with hope soon to go into Berlin. I will write Joe again when I have time and will try to see him soon if all goes well.
A letter from Major General Charles T. Menoner commends the Johnson Engineers of the 42nd Division for their Lorraine and Champagne campaigns in 1918. The message details front-line service from February to August, praise from French allies, and calls for continued vigilance and effort to uphold the division’s honored record. The commendation highlights unit achievements, including trench warfare, crossings, and successful assaults against German forces.
Two deaths have been reported in town with a fever outbreak. Quarantine remains strict as four cases are monitored by doctors and nurses. No public gatherings are allowed and schools are closed to prevent spread.
Henry Robert Carter, 17, of Dillon, died after a brief illness at a Columbia hospital. The body will be taken to Dillon for interment. He was in Columbia working, stayed with his sister Mrs. T. C. Sturgeon, and was survived by two sisters Mina Mandy Carter and Mrs. T. C. Sturgeon, plus several Carter brothers and his parents in Dillon. The youth had registered for service.
The Kentyre Church mission group records four resolutions after the death of Mrs W. Campbell. They express humble submission to God, praise her selfless service to church and community, extend sympathy to the bereaved family, and order minutes and copies to be published.
A railroad accident Sunday night drove two box cars deep into the southern end of the Atlanta Coast Line warehouse. A car cracked the building with terrific force splitting it in half, with wreckage removed by Florence crew Monday morning.
Dear Editor I report a large Gospel tent meeting in Little Rock September 14 for two weeks led by W T Huggins and others. Many claimed salvation and saints were blessed. Generous locals supplied a purse totaling 420 dollars. The writer expresses gratitude for the kindness and notes helpers including family and friends.
The influenza epidemic shows a slight drop in cases over the past few days with no deaths so far. Doctors and trained nurses patrol neighborhoods by automobile, enforcing restrictions and closing public gatherings to curb spread. pneumonia risk remains the main danger, but good care shortens confinement to about 70 hours in mild cases.
The campaign for clothing for Belgium proved very successful with many warm items packed by the packing committee and volunteers. Contributions from Hamer, Floydale, and Minturn auxiliaries and local dry goods merchants boosted the effort, while Mrs. A. J. Evans and Mrs. P. B. Sellers led house-to-house canvassing. Surgical dressings progress includes 1050 gauze wipes and 210 large cotton pads, with materials available from Mrs. Frank Neirasie for those wishing to help.
The body of Willie McNtel, son of Holy McNeil, a respected colored citizen, was brought home Saturday from a camp near Washington. The 24 year old soldier died from pneumonia following an influenza attack. He was accompanied by a camp comrade as the coffin was draped with the United States flag.
The Dillon Parent Teachers Association held its regular meeting last Tuesday. Plans were made for the year and officers elected. The group aims to support the home economics department and to census town children to encourage school attendance. Officers elected include Miss Isin McKenzie president, Mrs. Pierce Rogers treasurer, and Miss Faith Bolt secretary.
In Marlboro County the funeral for Private Jamesene Wilkes of Caan Jakkson Latta was held Sunday night at Brownaville church. He died Friday near Umap Jackson after a illness, leaving a wife, a father, and several kin. A grim coincidence tied the deaths of his brother Archwan and Caswell Mupging, both reported while news of Wilkes’s passing arrived.
The influenza epidemic prompts church and school curtailments across Anthieh, with quarantine measures for the sick and medical care provided. Bailey Military Institute closes for the week. J K Page Jr returns home with his only case among whites reported so far. Some local residents report health concerns and exams. The Dillon County Federation of Clubs meets October 26 with Sellers club. John C Sellers visits Arizona after attending a Confederate reunion in Florida. Mrs. W J Summerling named music teacher at Sellers School.
The high school organized a debating club party afternoon with Miew Brown in charge. Many pupils are kept at school due to influenza while several residents recover at home and rest. Miss Beth Henegan was surprised by friends Friday evening as Misses Weatherly and Evans visited. Farmers prepare hay and corn. a large area of oats and wheat is expected in the community.
Albert E Rowell died in a hospital in September after months of illness and was buried at Mt Andrew church. He is survived by four sisters and five brothers. his son Lainsey Bo McQueen is mentioned. A telegram from the War Department said he died of pneumonia while serving in France, likely in the southern region, after being drafted earlier this year and going to Camp Jackson.
The Pee Dee Baptist Association told to stand down for the time being. A session was set for Tuesday October 16 in Marion but the Board of Health reports the current quarantine will not be lifted by then. No public meeting can be held in town at that time per association guidance.
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