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Newspaper
The Dispatch News
Location
Lexington, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1921
Page
4
A short editorial contrasts Edgar A. Guest verses about living creeds with a call to proper law enforcement. It condemns shooting at travelers and asserts officers must follow due process, citing an Augusta road incident as harmful to road safety.
Augusta Chronicle reports boll weevil poisoning methods, urging farmers to experiment and act quickly to protect cotton crops. Emphasizes reading expert views, testing techniques, and starting immediate actions to save as much cotton as possible this fall.
At the world covon conference in Liverpool an Englishman claimed no cotton oversupply. From the spinners’ view the issue remains murky as workers face heat, insect pests, and inefficiency while preparing to sell their produce.
The article argues steep oversupply of cotton threatens prices, urging Southern farmers to reduce production until demand strengthens. Mills cut output in dull times, while prices must reflect true demand, not spinners abroad. The作者 urges regional self-reliance and home production.
An army captain asserts the United States leads the world in chemical gas discovery with a toxin that kills in 30 seconds. The piece condemns wartime escalation, cites a $747000000 army navy appropriation, and urges peaceful disarmament and efforts to persuade nations toward ending fleets and armies. It warns of Germany and Japan as examples of aggression and urges proactive international diplomacy.
A Calhoun Times reprint argues weekly papers must have clear editorial stance. It says small weeklies should express bold, fair views to influence the community, rather than merely report local happenings.
The Newberry Observer notes a trend toward a wild state in South Carolina with mentions of black bears in Lexington and widespread blind tiger activity, signaling rising disorder and social change.
A fragmented quote reflects a discussion about communication and access, mentioning the United States and telephone usage. The readable lines hint at limitations or confusion over who can hear or be heard, with reference to inhabitants and a private telephone user.
The Lexington Dispatch News notes mixed views on the state highway commission. It praises its road-building stimulus and calls for cost cuts and possible decentralization, suggesting counties could handle some engineering work more cheaply. It cites maintenance costs consuming 20 percent of auto taxes and questions efficiency versus local control.
Mrs. Sarah Pardue of Lexington died from injuries after a delivery truck struck her in Augusta on June 28. The driver was Clinton Flemming, a Black man. Funeral services were held in Graniteville with Rev. Thos. Walker officiating. She left two sisters and two brothers and was 77 years old.
A motorist finds a disabled car with a woman inside. He asks if she needs help and politely offers to answer her questions while her husband works under the hood on the troublesome engine.
A history of investments and trades links the financier to controversial market tactics. Officials describe the scheme as complex and aimed at cornering a key asset, raising questions about legality and ethics.
A flurry of visits and family gatherings fills the week in Columbia and nearby towns. Residents, including Mr. and Mrs. M. Harman and Col. M. D. Harman, host relatives from Savannah, Swansea, Tampa, and Shandon, with many noting health and travel updates.
The community looks forward to a revival meeting at Central schoolhouse on July 10 led by Rev Bodie. Local residents report ongoing rain and good crops while families visit relatives and attend services with Rev Wheley preaching at King's Grove.
A dialogue-heavy fragment shows Adele urging Louis to row further in and seek the shore while Louis hesitates. Adele chastises Louis as the two characters press for safety and distance from the water and potential danger. The scene suggests urgency and confrontation amid a cold drop in temperature.
A fragment shows a distressed wife Mrs Dibbs describing repeated beating by her husband whenever she raises her hand. She asks if calling the police would help as another voice references a bridge game exchange.
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