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Newspaper
The Dispatch News
Location
Lexington, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1922
Page
4
Cyrus L Shealy expresses gratitude to Lexington county voters for supporting his campaign to join the General Assembly. He pledges to serve the public good and notes his promise to perform duty to benefit the people. He acknowledges opponents and thanks friends for the royal support and vote received on Aug 31, 1922.
A short essay argues that home and heaven are linked as a single building with floors below and above. It urges keeping a lively, welcoming home to nurture children, avoid empty recreation, and let family laughter dispel cobwebs rather than drive youth to questionable venues.
The Durham Herald argues daily life centers on a bright domestic circle and home should be given priority to instill a solid heritage in children. It warns that the home will be broken at times, leaving only memories of voices and vanished hands. A single game note follows.
Secretary Wallace calls for teamwork among agriculture, industry, and business to build a balanced national life after economic disorder. He warns against unchecked individualism and stresses cooperation, sympathy, and mutual dependence for prosperity in farming, industry, and commerce.
The State pledges grand welcome for aging Confederate veterans visiting the state fair. Citizens are urged to attend as gates open wide to honor the heroes, celebrating growth, progress, and local pride.
A blaze originating in the shaving shed of the Shannon Spool company on Rhett street destroyed the spool factory and the adjacent Cyclone Traffic routes building, with total losses around 100000 dollars. The Merchants' Storage brick building was damaged, a boiler exploded, rails bent, but no injuries were reported among spectators.
The 1922 state fair in Columbia runs October 23 to 28 with a large United States Department of Agriculture exhibit in the steel building. It showcases working models and radio news service for market information, plus cotton industry displays. Confederate veterans will be admitted free to view the progress of the state fair and honor their heroes.
Probate Judge Py W F Flook issues citation for N P Gregory to show cause why Letters of Administration for J W Gregory estate should not be granted. Court in Lexington South Carolina set for September 11 1922 at 11 oclock for heirs and creditors to appear.
W F Hook Probate Judge cites all kindred and creditors of Rev J M Kneece to appear in the Court of Probate at Lexington S C on August 30 1922 at 11 oclock in the forenoon to show cause why letters of administration should not be granted. Given under his hand August 1 1922. Published August 16.
Washington Aug 28 Federal control of coal prices and distribution paused today pending emergency legislation. Spencer, Federal Fuel Distributor, says price restraint expires with union coal mine resumption and that state governors may set fair price schedules. He notes inter state price control rests with Congress while state authorities must regulate intrastate pricing. Production is rapidly rebounding with an estimated 8 million tons this week vs 4.4 million last week.
Announcement by B. Be. Amick invites the public and candidates to a barbecue at Almick's Ferry on Saturday September 9. A friendly community gathering framed as an outreach to local voters and neighbors.
To the Editor The Dispatch News I thank Lexington county voters for their support in the election to the house of representatives on the 29th I realize I wasn’t defeated but wasn’t elected I thank you all John F Shealy Jr
Salters Wise petitions for letters of administration of Henry Wise estate in Lexington County. Probate court scheduled August 30, 1922 at 11 o clock to show cause why administration should not be granted. Otis Hook, Probate Judge, issues notice published August 11, 1922 in the Lexington Post.
A brief, unreadable entry mentions E400 and a gesture or instruction. The legible parts imply a monetary amount and a command or statement, but details are unclear and no names or places are identifiable.
Lexington Court of Common Pleas summons against Harriett S. W. Mitchell and others. Plaintiff Timmerman as administrator seeks answer within twenty days after service. Notice filed August 1 1424, original complaint recorded August 14 1422.
Old soldiers reunion and barbecue announced for Chapin on the sulflier Sunday with free dinner for the veterans and their wives. Invitation extended by Sidney Linden and H. M. Lindler with details of refreshments and attendance expected.
Oak Grove school patrons plan a barbecue on Thursday September 14 to aid the school with invites extended to all. The Boiling Springs Ladies League offers a top quality barbecue and refreshments at the schoolhouse on Saturday for a day of community enjoyment. A brown hand satchel with about three dollars was lost on Aug 26 near J Harmon's.
The trustees announce a barbecue to benefit Boiling Springs school on Saturday, September 2. The public is cordially invited to attend.
Lewis B Roof is announced as a candidate for magistrate in Lexington district. He declares intent to abide by the rules and requirements of his party and the electoral process.
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