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Newspaper
The Dillon Herald
Location
Dillon, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1921
Page
1
Capt Turf, trainer in Wests shows at the Fair grounds, says a lion's claw itself is not poisonous though filth on claws can cause blood poisoning. He recounts John Sparks death after a lion clawed his hand, notes disinfection, and recalls injuring a biting monkey he later killed.
A Friday night crash near Zack Butler's on the Dillon Lake View road badly damaged two Ford cars. Passengers included LaRoque Carmichael returning home from the fair and Sank Moody with a Bermuda avenue youth Bass, plus a young woman. Moody's car is said to have had no lights and drove toward Dillon at speed. Carmichael stopped to avoid collision. Both vehicles were total wrecks and Carmichael received a cut on the chin. No formal charges reported. the scene drew onlookers and a potato contest mention linked to local farming.
A thief confronted Pat demanding money. Pat refused to surrender his life and quipped that he would rather give up his age savings than his life. The exchange ends with the robber leaving empty handed.
Col. R L Carmichael, chief of the War Finance Department, visits Dilton county fair and contrasts abundance in America with China. He notes Chinese living on tiny tracts, minimal consumption, and ingenuity in hardship while criticizing moral perceptions and justice, ending with pride in American abundance.
Mrs L F Smoot and baby of Darlington visit Mrs W W Eve ang. Mrs H C Hamer of fear Clio spent weekend here with her ill father. Tommy McSwain of Davidson College stayed a few days at home. Miss Minnie Usher, long ill, now under treatment at Fayetteville Hospital. Mrs W W Evans and Miss Kate Evans spent Monday at Red Springs.
Robbery entered 8S. G. Rogers' tailoring establishment Friday night and stole clothing valued at several hundred dollars. Some of the clothing was found in a fet in the rear of a tore, the presumption being that the rob bery had taken more than they could carry. Several Dillon residents who had clothes in the store were among the losers.
Extension notes outline council decision to open a county market next March 1. Funds raised by Dillon residents fund building. marketing aims include fresh vegetables fruits poultry eggs butter and pork. Plan includes garden calendars flock culling and fall hatch for early fryers. A 5 percent market expense deduction applies. cooperation urged from all communities.
Wednesday wedding at Mrs. Marietta Be thea home unites Sarah Be thea Be Edwards and EB Roy Edwards. Ceremony by Rev Watson B Duncan D D. bridal party includes Mary and Hettie Thethen and Mary Muller. Bride in brown crepe honeydew trim. reception with salad and coffee followed by honeymoon.
The Dillon Flat Battle church Sunday school plans an Orphanage Work Day on Saturday, with Canute Maxwell and PLANAGe AMONE leading Baptist members across the state. They urge participation morning to Sunday school as part of a shared effort led by W. V. Jones, superintendent.
The Dillon County Fair drew praise from locals and out-of-county visitors for top displays in cattle hogs and chickens. Prize wins highlighted Latta and Manturn booths, with premiums awarded for best farm displays, corn, peas, potatoes, and tobacco among extensive exhibits.
A field of named horses and owners competed on Friday with a paced mile by Grace Direct posting 2.9% and a time of 2.06% to set a South Carolina record. Owners listed include Dan Spencer J. Seinenhelm C. Swinahelm Henry Wiggins and Grace Direct set the pace as other horses like Trot-ist Linara Watts Trot-iss Idol Burgen and Northers Chara raced in the event held in Winston Salem area circuits.
Mrs S A Owens visited Dillon with her daughter and Mrs Maxey Adams. Annie Weatherly spent the weekend at her home in Minturn. Mrs Thiby Port Carmichael stayed in Dillon with Misses Butba and Mildred Carmichael. Thelma Rogers returned to Columbia College after a stay at home. Miss Sadie Player Mollie Williams and Messrs Hubert Welch and Bev Bethea spent the weekend at Elliott.
A prominent physician laments how the public misunderstands medical billing and the pressure on doctors. He cites cases where injured individuals seek minimal fees, leading to underpayment or overcharging in others, and notes the frustration of clinicians who sometimes provide free services or face patient demands amid complex cost expectations.
Pee Dee Presbyters from Leston convened at Dillon Presbyterian Church and spent two days in exam ro. delegates examined church finances and missionary organizations. A luncheon was hosted at the third building, noted as mismanaged by the faction.
Mr BA Hedenbaugh traveled from Charleston on Sunday and visited Mr Dedenbauch and Mrs TD M Michaux. Rye denbauch said he is well pleased with his new place, plans to return to Dillon occasionally, and greet old friends.
The report lists winners in cotton categories with names such as Sunflower T A Manning Int Rext, Floyd for Beat exhibit hanging combh Wal keer Floyd Ist, and A A Campbell Ist with J W Williamson 2nd. Best long staple bale awarded to F C Small let and James Hamer 2nd.
Local officials clash over Pee Dee crossing options with Marion Florence counties pushing a low water bridge plan at Mare Hiatt Ferry to save costs and speed traffic. Critics say high water options via Mars Bluff Ferry offer federal aid benefits but would cost more. Dr Stackhouse accuses supporters of self interest and delays until bridge location favors plantation ties.
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