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Newspaper

The Dispatch News

Location

Lexington, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1920

Page

3

Germany's Army Estimated At One Million Men

London dispatch cites British War Office figures placing Germany's armed forces near one million, with regulars 400,000 and reserves 150,000 to 200,000 plus civic guards 300,000 to 400,000. Treaty requires reductions by March 31, while unofficial reports suggest no immediate German threat to Allies though volunteers and civic guards could form potential dangers.

London British War Office Germany Jerman Amy

Gets-It corn remedy promises painless removal

An advertisement extols Gets-It as a quick, painless corn cure using a secret principle. It claims no plasters or knives are needed, the corn comes off in one piece, and the product dries instantly for immediate stocking wear. Sold by 4 Lawrence & Co Chicago and Harmon Drug Co Lexington. money-back guarantee.

Lawrence & Co Chicago Lexington Harmon Drug Co

Local News From Chapin Town Sees Holiday Travel and Tragedy

Chapin Jan 6. Mr and Dan Massengale return to Atlanta after Christmas with Mr and Mrs J Clark. Miss Edna Harmon of Virginia visits Miss Stella Wessinger. Rev J L Cramer spends part of last week in Hickory N Y. T O Stoudemire moves back home after two years away. Leroy Summer, with the U S Navy, visits home for Christmas. L K Fulmer visits Baltimore seeking medical care for his brother Asbury. Asbury Fulmer dies after treatment in Baltimore. he leaves a wife and son. Fulmer family attend funeral near Hickory. Prof J W Fulmer teaching at Campobello SC after Christmas with parents. C B Frick and family teaching near Spartanburg return to work after holidays.

Leroy Summer U.S. Navy L. K. Fulmer Baltimore Brother Asbury John Hopkin's Hospital H. Asbury Fulmer Hickory N. C Fulmer Our Asbury J. W. Fulmer Campbello D. C. Fulmer C. B. Frick Spartanburg

Best Cough Remedy Praised by Local Drugists

J B Jones a Cubrun Kentucky druggist says he has used Chamberlains Cough Remedy in his family for seven years and found it the best cough medicine he has ever known. Citizens rely on the positive word of mouth from local druggists to guide selections of cough cures.

J.B. Jones Cubrun

Family Visits Over New Year Observed in Local Town

Saturday, Mrs. Aquilla Derrick on Route al spent several days with her brothers and sisters last week. Mr. and Mrs. T. E. Bullock of Newberry spent New Year's day with Mr. and Mrs. P. M. Frick.

Aquilla Derrick T. E. Bullock Newberry P. M. Frick

Christmas Day Weddings and Cold Weather Greetings

In very cold weather over recent weeks families and friends gathered at Christmas. Albert Jumper and Ruth Culler wed on Christmas Day by Rev Griffith. Clarence Stabler married Allie Wolfe at St Matthews parsonage. L. G. Culler and family hosted and visited neighbors during the holiday season.

L. G. Culler Blure Crider Albert Jumper Ruth Culler Rev. Griffith Sallie Carrie Culler Bessie Mas Stokes J. F. Hill John Wannamake Miss Salle Carrie Culler Jottie Crider Sallie Wannamaker Salle Saylor J. H. Jumper Emma Bates J. FH H. M. Jumper L.G. Culler Jake Kamier Richard Rucker Clarence Senn L. G Culler Jake Cook and Attle, Son W. W. Lucas L. G, Culler Bob New Clarence Stabler Allie Wolfe St. Matthews Parsonage Youngblood

Marriages at Cedar Grove Parsonage Reported

Two marriages occurred at the Cedar Grove parsonage involving Victor Shealy and L Mae Koon, and Claudius R Oswald and Rae Barldyy i) 3 of earn rice ha, per local notice.

Cedar Grove Parsonage Victor Shealy L. Mae Koon Claudius R. Oswald

Wateringford News notes local move and visitors

The Wateringford News reports residents making moves and hosting relatives from Springfield and Blackville, with mentions of new farming plans near Leesville and a shingle mill setup by H. M. Taylor and P. J. Matton. Local arrivals, sick lists, and community chatter fill the column, dated January 6, 1926.

Local Community Notes Highlight Holiday Returns and Visits

A holiday wrap reports neighbors returning to duties after Christmas. Summers and Klecktey resume teaching. Ira Hughes and daughter visited Mrs Good Win. Grace Fallon with sister Alice Martin. C M Goodwin's home fitted with Delco Lights. Minnie Weatherford buried. Joe Jumper's family visited Mary Lightler. Bertha Fallon teaching at Oak Dale. A Sand Mountain school box party and cake walk is planned for Jan 10 at 7:00 PM to benefit the school. all invited.

Ira Hughes Grace Fallon Alice Martin Jones Wilkin Goodwin Mary Miles Bertha Fallon Oak Dale Sand Mountain

Swansea couple wed in December ceremony

Miss Minnie FurHck daughter of Mr and Mrs L C Partick and Dumean Jefcoat were married in Swansea in December.

Swansea Misa Minnie Fur- Hck L. ¢.Partick Dumean Jefcoat

French Bagyroads Lighten Rail Fares For Big Families

The French Chamber of Deputies passed a bill entitling large families to reduced railroad fares. Third class travelers with four children receive thirty percent reduction, five children forty percent, and six or more children fifty percent according to a Paris report.

Chamber of Deputies Paris

Minor Boy Warned About Idleness and Prayer Duty

A community notice warns Charlie Draher, son of Jim Draher, a minor aged 18, to refrain from idleness and to comply with prayer or face penalties. The statement emphasizes parental responsibility and moral guidance within the family.

Chariie Draher Jim Dreher Anesent Ian Jim ‘Dreher

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