Highway and Military Service Debates Stir State Politics
The Lexington Dispatch-News reports on the proposed state highway commission with seven members and an executive head, plus debates over compulsory military training. It notes licensing, road projects across counties, and the need for a workable law, while opposing universal conscription as a threat to liberty and policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Highway Commission
House of Representatives
Ana
Highw Commission
Tax Department
Highway Department
Senate
General Wood as Standard Bearer in Southern Demo Move
A proposal favors General Wood as standard bearer citing sympathy with their ideals and the danger of compulsory military service. The note urges Southern Democrats in Congress to unite against a measure seen as antagonistic to government theory and national peace.
BUILD BY BONDS
Taxes rise next fall as state and county rates increase. A bond issue is proposed to fund permanent improvements, easing the strain on the general fund. Rep Meljaurin seeks a three million dollar bond for buildings, with serious consideration urged by the legislature and people. The piece also notes political opinions and anecdotes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Assembly
Teolleges
Hospital For
Ehitrent
Meljaurin
Hs, Es
Master's Sale in Richland County South Carolina
Decree of the Court of Common Pleas of Richland County directs J Townsend, Master, to sell on March 1920 at Lexington Court House to the highest bidder. Undivided one half interests in two Brookland area tracts totaling about 16.72 acres and 2 acres, as described in the 1909 L J Link to Robert L Moore deed. Cash payment required with a $100 cash or certified check deposit by bidders prior to acceptance. deposit forfeited for noncompliance within fifteen days of sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court of ‘Common Pleas
Richland County
South Carolina
George D. White
Caroline W. Moore
Townsend
Court House
Lexington
Brookland
L. J. Link
Robert L. Moore
Lexington County
Reward Offered for Recovery of Strayed Pigs
Five dollar reward for information leading to the return of two fine Duroc Jersey pigs about 100 pounds each that strayed from the resident's home four weeks ago. Owner Hoscoe H. Caughman, Lexington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jersey
Hoscoé'h. Caughman
Lexington
Court Sale of 400 Acre Lexington Plantation
A Lexington County court sale advertises the four hundred acre plantation on Waters Ferry Road near Black Creek of North Edisto River. The land will be offered in parcels then as a whole with terms of one half cash and balance in twelve months secured by bond and mortgage. A. L. Harmon, Clerk of Court, notices February 1970.
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State of
South Carolina
Xington
Court of Common
G. D
Vause Court House
Lexington
S. C
Waters Ferry Road
Black Creek
North
Edisto River
Preston Taylor
Polly Hayes
Simon Ricard
J. H. Lewie
Allen Smith
J. N. Fowles
Elias Taylor
A. L. Harmon
Clerk of Court
Notice to show cause for administration of Frye estate
Probate judge George S Crafts cites J W Frye heirs and creditors to appear in Lexington Court of Probate on February 26 at 11 in the forenoon to show cause why administration of the estate and effects of J W Frye should not be granted. Published February 11, 1920, Lexington Dispatch News.
Periodic Bilious Attacks Warn of Diet Changes
The text advises that those prone to periodic bilious attacks lose appetite before an attack and may eat only a light meal with no meat. It recommends taking two Chamberlain's Tablets to avoid the attack.
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Chamberlain
Tanlac credited for stomach relief and regained strength
Mrs. Ellie C. Davis of Drayton describes Tanlac easing her painful stomach trouble and appendicitis attacks after overwork left her weak. She says digestion improved, appetite returned, nerves steadied, and health restored. Tanlac sold by Harm on Drug Co and others at 1 per bottle.
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Ella Davis
Spartanburg
Ellie C. Davis
Drayton
5. A
Clerks Sale in Lexington Court Orders Property Auction
In Lexington Court of Common Pleas against Ernest Wise et al, the clerk announces a public sale of a 17 3 4 acre parcel near Lexington Depot. The sale will occur on the first Monday in March at the courthouse with half cash and twelve month credit at eight percent interest. Purchaser to pay papers. bonds and mortgage secured by the property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
South Carolina
Lexington
Court of Common Wise
Ernest Wise
Court House
Lexington Depot
John F. Wise
H. M. Wingard
R. Nelson
Harry Roberts
J.F. Lyles
Court of Common Pleas
Lexington County
H. L. Harmon
John M Taylor seeks administration of Martin L Taylor estate
Probate Judge Geo S Drafts cites and admonishes the kindred and creditors of Martin L Taylor to appear before the Court of Probate in Lexington County on February 26, 1920 at 11 in the forenoon to show cause why administration should not be granted. This notice is dated February 11, 1920 and published February 18, 1920 in the Lexington Dispatch News.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
South Carolina
Lexington
George
John M. Taylor
Martin I. Taylor
Martin L. Taylor
Co. H. S.C
GEO. S
Lexington Count
Lexington Disputch News
Probate Notice for Administration of A Frick Deceased
In Lexington County probate court J Andrew Frick and C N Frick are cited to appear March 9 1920 at 11:00 AM before Judge Geo S Drafts to show cause why Letters of Administration for the estate of A Frick deceased should not be granted. Published February 25 1920 in the Lexington Dispatch News and two weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
South Carolina
Lexington
George S. Crafts
Esquire
J. Andrew Frick
C. N. Frick
A. Frick
Lexington Co. S. v
Lexington Dispatch News
No Trespassing Notice on Private Lands
Forewarns all persons not to trespass on the lands and forbids placing liquor stills or any objects on the premises. Violators will be pursued under the law and enforcement will be carried out.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John T. Kaminer
Final Discharge Request Filed in Lexington County Probate
Notice is given that Elliot O. Spence and James R. Allen will apply to Judge George S. Drafts of Lexington County South Carolina on the 16th day of March 1920 at 1 o'clock in the forenoon for a final discharge as executors of the estate of the late Elliot O Spence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George S
Lexington County
South Carolina
Elliot O. Spence
James RK. Allen
George 8. Crafts
Dischharge
Notice Final Discharge in Lexington County Probate
Drafts, judge of probate for Lexington county orders final discharge on March 2 1920 for the estate of WL Lindler. The petition to discharge as suitors of the estate seeks release by Hon George Clock at 9 a.m. ELL, M P Lindler listed.
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Mr. Lansing
Texas
Joe Bailey
New York
McAdoo
Michigan
Darlington
Newberry Observer
J. W. Frye
J. Q. Frye
Lexington Co
Harmon Drug Co
Burnett & Whetsell
New Brookland
Croson Drug Co
Lees‘ville
Eargle’s
Chapin
W. T. Brooker
Pelion Drug Co
Pelion
W. J. Cayce
Cayce
A. E. Leaphart
Gilbert
Lerick Irma
W. H. Suber
Peak
Samne
George W. Miller
Ste
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WL. Lind
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M. P. Lindler
Furtick
Sin - Clarke
S. C. Ite
Horge
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Addy
Leesville
Maxwell
Aiken
Auguste
Augusta Road
R. D. Monk
Mt. Hermon
Charlie
Hesse's
J. EB. Buffs
Neward
Rupert
H. Buff
Sir
Harvey
Stack
Irmo
Atp
J. F. Johnson
Union S
Lever Auto and Repair Company
Main St. Columbia
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Lexington Cotton & Fertilizer Co
Lexington Cotton & Fertilizer (Co
Rhode Islands
I. W. Hutto
Early
Charleton Wakefield
Saceon
Flat Dutch
Parker Farms
Miwultrie
Abram Stork
Kleeley & Co
Ite
P. M.'Frick's
Kleckley & Co
Frick’s
Chapin, S. C
Fes
Ong
A. T. Taylor
Sea
H. B. Oxner
P. M. Frick
Huron School District No
Jo, W. Adams
Chas. B. Kneece
Oscar Boatwright
Trustees of No
Hayes
Gilbert S
Mike
Mr. Corn
E. Lawrence & Co
Chicago
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