Farnum Trial Opens With Bribery Witnesses In Dispensary Case
The Farnum trial heatedly unfolds as J B Wylie testifies about a $1125 draft and rebates for liquor orders tied to Farnum firms. Wylie describes payments to influence votes on the state dispensary board while Henry Samuels corroborates related conduct. Verdict looms after lengthy cross examinations and jury selection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Wylie
Henry Samuels
Wylie
Wylie Wan
Farnum’s
Jim Farnum
South Carolina
Memminger
Onnet
Farany
Wylie Confesses to Dispensary Graft Trial
The Columbia dispatch reports Joseph B. Wylie, former state dispensary board member from Alester, admitting he voted for purchases from houses that paid rebates and detailing a broad scheme of commissions. He claims about 428,000 earned in seven months, with Farnam linked to campaign funds and side deals. The testimony covers related payments, drafts, and transfers through Samuels. The report also notes examination results from May and Oct, with demographics and certificate outcomes.
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Columbia
Special
Joseph B. Wylie
Alester
Farnum
Wylie
Col HL
Nelson
Michine
Devigtine Wenny
Alorydd
Farnam
Wylis Conti
Tuttlemphill
Chester
Bevy
Meyanus
Powerful Automobile Draws Attention Amid Delayed Orders
A seven passenger luxury car, described as one of the country’s most expensive, faces delays due to contracted orders. The vehicle, built by a new Pettiie Che factory, aims for exhibition readiness in Athwist by Mira Noveember, with expected fully equipped price of 87,500.
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Fia Tney
Ee Artemis
Wis
Pettiie Che
Athwist
Planting Gover Crops in Columbia Under Smith’s Guidance
Following a recent proclamation that over 200 farmers across the State are sowing winter oats under the direction of Prof. A. G. Smith of the United States Bureau of Plant Industry, many citizens have sought further information from Mr. Smith, who leads the program in this State.
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Columbia
A. G. Smith
United State Bureau of Plant Industry
Smith
Anderson Men Presented Anderson Special
In its presentation on Thursday afternoon the grand jury presented J T Holloman former cashier of the Bank of Anderson for breach of trust with fraudulent intent and furnished the names of bank officials as witnesses to prove the charge It also presented evidence for violation of the bank prohibition and the hack shop charge The bank officials are named witnesses to prove the charges
Witness Held on Warrant in Elberton Trial
In Elberton Georgia W. L. Massey faced a warrant hearing in general session court after stepping from the witness stand Massey prosecuted his wife and Drew Hayes for living together unlawfully A jury returned a verdict of not guilty on the suggestion of the solicitor.
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Anierson
W. L. Massey
Elberton
Charsing
Massey
Drew Hayes
Corn GixTEST for Boys Prizes to Be Offered for Best Corn
Agricultural club work expands in several counties with prizes for top corn yield and best farm report. The initiative aims to educate schools, organize clubs, and promote rural employment through contests and exhibits, with fairs planned in Aiken and statewide participation.
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Columbia
Asheule
Mike
Ural
Aiken and
Jilves
Paks Pon
Tor Successfudl
Muiny Howe
Tartius
Greern
Greern Ment Balletins
Miather
Slisteibutel
Elu
Ely
Burneth Incaruorated in the Jail at Aiken 1908
A 18 year old, Burnett, was arrested in Phaltanooga and jailed in Aiken. The report notes his alleged role as keeper at a bank in Sieaviteville, with funds and accounts tied to a missing sum of 780. The document also cites Clemson fertilizer tax data showing $190,178.00 revenue for 1908.
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Aken
W. Mason Burnett
Nile Te
Aiken
Clemson
Columbia
Pfrony
Chanson College
Une
Watson
Snake Attacks Boy as Special Report Describes Incident
Cuester of RLF No 2 recounts a frightening scene near Muss Lavham's where a boy named Charlie narrowly escaped a deadly tailed snake while dozing during supper. The creature struck, slithering toward the child as family members shouted and tried to intervene. Separately, Georgetown plans a wireless telegraph station after a visitor from the Telegraph company assessed local prospects.
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Cuester
Martin Grant
RLF No. 2
Charlie
Tad Kone
Vierfiaine
Georgetown
Gourcetown
Governor Johnson Dies in Minnesota at Rochester
Rochester Minnesota special reports Gov John A Johnson died at 324 a m Tuesday after a weeklong battle with illness. Nationwide mourning followed his death as crowds gathered along his funeral route. The 48 year old governor, who had led a reformist tenure and opposed a third term, will be remembered for his strong oratory and public service.
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Rochester
Minn
John A. Johnson
Minnesota
Johnson
Jobson
Affort Iim
Milnes Wate Cheyer
Heath
AML Inks
Wtres
Teineds
BNL Jomplie Erep
Jolie
Bey
Legosperil
Styal
Tite
Dlaliseny Des
Vilionen
Thomsen
Paldie
St. Tat
Ehiliren
Aecordit
St Paul
National Guard
Guiline
Raithy Trorpasson
Rotunala
St. Paul's Thirsidlay
Gov
Tolinson
Peverte
St. Peters
W. J. Bryan
National Trust Company raid nets evidence and arrest
Washington notes report postoffice inspectors raided the National Trust Company offices uncovering evidence of a possible mail fraud scheme. Henry M. Lewis, manager and secretary treasurer, was arrested on charges of using the mails to defraud. The article also covers State Department relief funds for Mexican band sufferers, diplomatic visits, and other international notes.
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National Trust Company
Henry M. Lewis
Lewis
Hanna
Monterey
Department of State
Mexico
American National Red Crom
Hlinna
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J.B. Wylie Mekes
Columbis
Henry Samurla
BK Wylie
Bille
Robert Gaye
Commercial Bank
Purham
Court of Sessions
Gage
Samuels
D. B. Wylie
State Board of Control
James S. Farnum
Mesers
Cochran
Hammond
Robert Gage
Chester Bank
Consumers” Beer
Ndge emmMiuer
Abney
Moreh
Arheuser-Risehrowing Company
Ther
Gallagher & Burtiuy Richland Distilling Company
William Lanaha
Priasas
Lastitate Dispensary Board
Jodie M. Rawlinson
John Black
J. B. Wyte
State Dispensary Board of Central
Joseph B. Wyhe
James Farnum
Welf
Fearner
Ini
Arene
J. W. Rawlinston
J.B. Wylie
Jamen A. Farnum
John T. Early
Morton A. Joodman
Hymae
James S. Farnam
J. 5. Parnum
J. M. Rawlinson
J. B. Wylie
Dennis
Perjary
Black
Laurens
Citizens
Clinton
Ryeylar Uswers
Orpur
Secont
Senet
Bowe Iiven
Cereuileates
Tug Sevail
Lie Wuler
Fehl
Chilney
Tunis
Newberry
Sourae
Burneth
Boy
Gov. Johnson
ST. Paul
Washington
Whitelaw Reid
Great Tritian
State Department
Alfonso di Stovehott
Hussan-Pulton
Kiel
Thode
de Hierna
Cedi
Tas
Bo Hawes
Fertn
Etperine Tomlent
Seat & Western Railroand
Statesville N.C
Bowers
Lee McCoug
Yale Univernity
United States
Charles TH. Trew
Nicwraguan Eucermment
George G. Baery Calipates
Keston
Hasperars
Che Company
Rindiate Ress
Divine Wavernment Mobiste
Sicily
Uniber
Farkstey
Veradwell
Polandia
Oklahoma
Patent Office
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