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Newspaper

The Dispatch News

Location

Lexington, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1919

Page

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Son of W H Suber Murdered Near Peak Woods

Mystery surrounds the death of Harold Suber, 12, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Suber of Peak. His body, with a gunshot wound to the back, was found Friday night in the woods near War road. He rode his father’s horse, saddle empty, prompting a search. John Adam Kirkland, 14, a police boy, was arrested as a suspect. The coroner's inquest did not return a verdict.

Harold Suber W. H Suber Peak War Road Young Suber Suber Miller Weed John Adam Kirkland Qury Fiuther Investi

Leesville arrest report cites liquor storage charge

Sheriff Sim J Atther and constables Coleman and Kelly arrest Jim Lynum near Leesville on a liquor storage charge. A pint of white lightning was found in each hip pocket and a five gallon jug of the decoction carried by Lynum who says he just moved the liquor to the Tower part of the county. The sheriff vows enforcement of the liquor laws across Lincoln county, urging citizen and magistrate cooperation.

Sim J.atther Ghief Ntyrland Coleman Kelly Test Jim Lynum New Leesville Bynum Tron Tawer

Hello Girls Will Way Part Holiday Che

Christmas comes with a year and even the wellbeing of the workers. The note urges honoring public service by granting holiday time on Christmas Day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It states that exchanges must stay open and no phone calls are allowed during the stated hours.

Samuel George

RRIF CAUGHT NEGRO WHO KILLED TOG

Sheriff Miller was called to Mr Frank Shealy's place Tuesday to investigate the killing and stealing of a hog. The unit traced the crime to Lang who was arrested and jailed. The report notes confusion in the station and the investigation into the hog theft and alleged involvement of others.

Tog Sherif Miller Frank Shealy

Eye specialist treats trachoma clinic in Lexington

In Goodwyn, eye specialist of the United States public health service, left Lexington last Friday after a successful clinic for trachoma treatment. He operated in the office of the county health physician over the Nome National Bank. Five cases were treated with cooperation from local parents and officials.

Goodwyn United States Puble Haddith Service Lexington My West

Boy Injured In Route Was Accident

Wilken Snelgroe, son of Mrs Snelgrove of Caml Town Route Was, was accidentally struck Saturday at Mr Snelgrove's home. The boy suffered minor injuries to the skin but escaped more serious harm. He was taken to the hospital for attention. The hunting party included Wash Kaminer and others.

Wilken Snelgrave TNO Hanas Tittle Iy Derry Tyler Meroe Huntiins

Legion to stage charity event for Muweelit fund

The Lexington post of the American Legion will host a Christmas week benefit to raise funds for furnishing Muweelit coo. The event, to be held Friday night the day after Christmas, December 26, begins at o'clock with a promising program and entertainment lined up after weeks of careful planning.

Tie Oainstrel Shaw Lexington American Legion Cheiatmas Aftair Furtishik

Sumnerland recital delights attended by community

Miss Ruth Stamm and Miss Corinta led by a noted expression teacher staged a faculty recital at Sumnerland Memorial on a lively night. The Verge audience enjoyed performances from several teachers and students, highlighting a vibrant local art scene.

Ruth Mie Corinta Tenner Sumnerland Momiliag Verge Audtener

Clemson Professor Discusses Boll Weevil and Cropping Plans

Clemson College Professor H S McConnell spoke at the Lexington County Corn Show outlining the boll weevil threat and the need to reduce cotton acreage. He urged farmers to diversify with crops like peanuts and sweet potatoes, improve marketing facilities, and adopt early planting to protect yields, warning of possible damage in 1920 depending on weather.

Cleveland H. 8. McConnell Clemson College Lexington County Mexico Thiehn Mexican Nationa Railway Tne Tex Texas Ifexne North Carolina Mississippi Alabama South Carolina Prof McConnell Colon Dinetrade Wuityel Eexicham Meronell McConnell Boll Hare United States Clemson Coltene Ata Wellanth Iliken Senator Ridgell Callison Lexington Livan Minta Jon

Prizes Awarded in Lexington County Corn Club

Mr G A Stoddard state high school inspector visited Lexington and wrote the board about school conditions. The Lexington County corn club held a county fair with prize awards totaling 265 in merchandise and cash. Winners and donors listed, with top scores around 90 percent, and notes on seed breeding progress and teaching agriculture.

Bora Ane Lexington County Ettisend Messrs Shelton Wingard H. D. Harman J. W. Hhealy Pune Corn Club

Miss Clarissa Harold Opens Lyceum Tonight

Community interests center on Miss Clarissa Harold as the next Lyceum attraction at the school auditorium Monday January 5. The famed performer, noted for her engaging readings, is billed as one of the season’s greatest finds and is expected to draw broad support from committees and local managers. She promises a wide repertoire and substantial audience appeal.

Clarissa Harold Tharold Misa Clariast Harrold Vareni Pines

Mrs Taylor dies near Boiling Springs at 78

Mrs Sarah Ann Taylor died of paralysis in Boiling Springs action county about 10 miles west of Nire on Friday of last week at age 78. She was buried at Boiling Springs Methodist church Sunday at 11 with Pastor the Stey Mr Johnson officiating. She is survived by two sons Azariah Taylor and Emanuel Pastor, two daughters Mrs Luther Hallman and Mrs G F Miller, 24 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren.

Sarah Ann Taylor Boiling Springs Nire Boiling Springs Methodist Church Stey Johnson Azariah ‘Taylor l Emanuel Tastor Luther Hallman G. F. Miller

Dance in Corley Building Thursday Night

Corley Bros. present a young folks dance in the hall above Tapp department store in Lexington tomorrow night Thursday December 18. A first class orchestra will furnish music and all are invited to attend.

Corley Bros Lexington Tapp Department Store Tiipute

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