Court adjourns amid murder and assault pleas
The court adjourned after sessions lasting seven days. Cases including Newt Kelly Gott and Wand Mitchell were set for the May term. Several defendants were found guilty or pleaded, with sentences ranging from six years to manslaughter verdicts. A benefit play at the high school Friday aims to aid the new church building, with entry 30 cents adults 25 cents children.
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Newt Kelly Gott
David Shull
Cole L. Blease
Wand Mitchell
Brown Age
Russell Eed
J. D. Carroll
Cyrus L
Portee
J. C. Turner
New Brook
Gifts To Meet In Saluda Tomorrow
The Pharmaceutical Association of the nth district will hold its results meeting in Saluda tomorrow. Dr Rice B Harmon, president, called the meeting several days ago. Other officers include John S Fair, vice president, Batesburg, Felder Smith, secretary and treasurer, Leesville. The executive committee comprises Dr Harmon of Lexington, Dr Lucius S Maxwell of Johnston, and Dr J S Jones of Ridge Spring. Dr Harmon expects a large attendance.
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Saluda
Rice B. Harmon
John S. Fair
Batesburg
Felder Smith
Leesville
Lexington
Lucius S. Maxwell
Johnston
J. S. Jones
Ridge Spring
Harmon
Crookland Bank Stockholders Meet Declares Eight Percent Dividend
The Crookland Bank held its annual meeting with stockholders pleased by the past year's results. A dividend of eight percent was declared and the remainder of profits was distributed. The following officers were elected for the next year: G A Guiguard J RK Hilton 1 0 Lybrand J W Reeley BR ON Sun BW Shut P i Wessinger L 3 Trotti.
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Lybrand
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Trotti
Barr Urges World Disarmament in House Plea
Mr McKendree Barr of the Lexington delegation urged Congress to adopt a concurrent resolution calling for international disarmament. The house rejected the resolution after Barr outlined arguments about the postwar burden of taxation and the need to redirect efforts to peaceful commerce and rehabilitation. The South Carolina General Assembly was asked to endorse and mail copies to senators and representatives.
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Lexington
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Europe
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South Caroline
John J McCarthy of Pelson Passes at 73
John James McCarthy born September 27, 1847, died aged 73. He married Ellen Bickley on February 26, 1869, who preceded him in death. Survived by four children, ten grandchildren, two sisters, and many relatives. He joined St John’s HB IL church, a charter member, and served briefly in the Confederate Army before death. Services held by Rev. B Wessinser at St John’s EB IL.
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John James McCarthy
David M
Hlize Polly-Ann
Ellen Joanah Bickley
Walter J. McCarthy
Lexington
David G. McCarthy
Te Ion
D. Backman Amick
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Wessinser
St. John's EB
Elaich
Ieee Teli
Lexington bills push county focus in state legislature
A Lexington County legislative push advances diverse bills in the General Assembly. Proposals include creating a rural police office replacing magistrates constables, expanding county commissioner powers, and tightening warrant procedures. School district funding and high school restructuring are also on the docket, with several measures targeting district borrowing and centralization.
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Dispatch News
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Lexington
Local Talent Presents Legion Operetta in Lexington
A group of Lexington girls will stage a Japanese themed operetta in the school auditorium next Monday evening January 31 at 8:30. It portrays a coming of age birthday in Japan with American girls visiting. Miss Caru Efird leads as O Hana Sun with Ernestine Barre Hattie Lee Wingard as cousins and Sara Mildred Rowley as servant. Other roles include Cecil Barre Pearle Caughmyan and May Lois Bovozer. Essie Maird accompanies as pianist under Mrs John D Carroll. Proceeds benefit the American Legion Tocapo post for ex service men. Admission is 60 cents for adults and 25 cents for children. The venue is heated and curtains rise at 8:30 sharp.
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O Hana Sun
Caru Efird
Ernestine Barre
Hattie Lee Wingard
Sara Mildred Rowley
John D. Carroll
Toca
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Une County
Mey
South Carolina Observes Children's Week April 24 to May 1
The South Carolina Sunday School Association announces Children’s Week from April 24 to May 1 with nationwide roots in the International Sunday School Association. Mrs M J Baldwin initiated the movement in 1917 and yearly observances have grown in breadth and participation. Leaders Leon G Teilmer and the Children's Division Committee plan community activities and continue promotion during upcoming meetings.
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International Sunday School Associations
United States
Canada
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Lexington Circuit Services Schedule Amid January Observances
Lexington Circuit announces Sunday services for January 30 with morning Sunday school at 10 and preaching at 11. The Hebron church reports Sunday school for 2 230 years and preaching at Lexington, with activities in the morning.
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Owick
Wolcott Ring Lyceum to Feature Miss Wolcott and Mr Ring
The Wolcott Ring Co. appears February 8 in a Lyceum course program. Miss Wolcott, an impersonator, sings reads, and impersonates with humor and drama. Mr Ring, a tenor and violinist, joins with the Pittsburgh Lyres to present a varied bill under Redpath management. Prices remain seventy five cents for adults and a third for children. attend the rest of the season to judge value.
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Oklahomag
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Chicago Record-Herald
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Lu Ring
Iran
Fire at Dr G F Roberts Home Threatened Fire
Fire Sunday afternoon at the home of Dr. G F Roberts was likely stopped in time after a blaze was detected in a second floor room. Neighbors rushed to help and the fire was extinguished quickly. Dr Roberts suffered only minor losses including a few pieces of furniture and clothing.
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G. F. Roberts
American Legion to Hold Regular Lexington Fest Duet
The Lexington American Legion plans its regular monthly event featuring a duet and a telethon segment on the 27th at 8 o clock. Members are invited to attend and support the fest with special recosted to represent.
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Lexington
American Legion
Tercess in Meeting at School House Priday Night
In a troubled entry, a meeting at the school house is noted for Friday night with unclear details. The report references a baptist gathering and miners in connection, but the text is garbled and unnamed speakers or exact locations are not clearly identified.
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Miners High
Weymaede
Week in legislature outlines tax extension debate and budget
Both Senate and House have organized and begun work with unclear progress. A notable issue is tax payment extensions, a Senate favoring near remission until March while the House proposes a 1 percent monthly penalty through March. Governor recommends total appropriations of 7.11 million, down from 9.81 million requested, with increases mainly for education.
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