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Newspaper
The Dispatch News
Location
Lexington, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1921
Page
4
The Dispatch-News owners announce a 1.50 annual price for 1921 to help return to normal conditions. They urge prompt renewal, warn subscriptions will be dropped if unpaid, and note a cautious but hopeful outlook for the South with cotton setbacks acknowledged and broader prosperity expected in 1921.
The article critiques the emergency tariff noting it harms cotton exporters and does little for Southern farmers while asserting the policy won t ease trade woes. It also describes severe English reprisals in Ireland against Sinn Fein, condemning government actions and noting the public erosion of support for policy amid violence.
The piece laments Ireland's turmoil under Lloyd George era policy, condemns Irish and American hostility, and argues England must uphold the empire with lawful measures. It contrasts Irish violence with other UK nations and foresees little hope for lasting peace, urging practical taxation and cotton crop concerns for the South.
The Times discusses automobile license fees as a revenue source for better roads in South Carolina. It notes the public backlash on high costs, the political support for funding road construction, and the claim that owners will receive more service per payment. The piece references the General Assembly’s role and highway officials’ future assessment. It also includes brief notices about herbs, bonds, and Lexington County meeting plans.
A fragment from a Newberry Observer style page quotes evolving Prohibition debates and rural North Carolina figures while lampooning cotton market claims. It notes gas station cautions, a Bartow Florida remark on rum runners, and Arkansas Gazette tidbits as well as a Kodak finishing offer from Harmon Drug Co in Lexington.
Notice warns all persons not to trespass on Sandy Ford place lands including hunting or hauling wood with enforcement of the law. A second item notes a meeting of the Joint Council of Churches of Zion Pastorate set for Saturday afternoon January 1921 at 3 PM at Card and Carroll offices chaired by EFIRD.
An early 20th century ad touts Pepto Mangan as boosting winter health and energy. It urges readers to prepare for cold season, eat right, sleep well, and breathe fresh air while promoting Pepto Mangan as a trusted aid. The copy stresses fitness and resilience for the upcoming colder months.
Bank statements show assets and liabilities for the Bank of Western Caro Lina and the Bank of Pelion, including loans, deposits, capital, surplus, and assets such as cash in banks and real estate. A notarized oath confirms the accuracy of the 1921 station, with director attestations. Also lists a personal property sale at Ada P. Taylor’s late residence on January 12.
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