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Newspaper

The Dispatch News

Location

Lexington, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1921

Page

8

Personal notes from Lexington visitors and locals

Mr James J Tapp proprietor of James L Tapp Company big department stores at Columbia and Lexington was a business visitor in Lexington Monday. Mr Simon E Bickley one of the good farmers of the Chapin section who makes the best cane syrup was in Lexington Tuesday. Mr W M Spires of Edmund was in Lexington Tuesday on business. Among visitors Tuesday was Mr J H Roberts of Chapin. Mr C W Smith one of the good farmers who gets mail from Chapin post office was here Tuesday reporting good rains with slight hail. Rev B D Wessinger formerly of Lexington now in Cherryville NC attended a meeting of the Lutheran seminary board in Columbia and visited Manuel Long. Mr C P Cannon of Chapin was in Lexington Tuesday on business. Aviators Turner and Runser with Ed Keels of Columbia called on Lexington Tuesday and arranged printing of The Air Messenger, an avia tion paper to appear in Columbia this week. Miss Edith Lott of Blackville spent last week with friends Misses Lois and Addie Taylor. Mr J S Addy and his wife were in town Saturday evening and remembered the printers. Mr S S Rauch one of the oldest subscribers remembered us Saturday evening. Mr Alonzo L Smith a top truck farmer near Twelve Mile called Saturday evening. Mr A B Slice was in town last Thursday and called on The Dispatch News office. Mr Sidney I Slice a well to do farmer of Chapin was in town Thursday last and renewed his subscription. Mr Tom W Sharpe a Lexington boy with the state senate now studying at University of South Carolina paid a call Tuesday.

W. M. Spires Edmund Lexington J. H. Roberts Chapin C. W. Smith Chapin Post Office B. D. Wessinger Cherryville N. C Columbia Lutheran Seminary Manuel Long C. P. Cannon Chapin Section Turner Runser Ed Keels Dispatch News Air Messenger Edith Lott Blackville Lois Addie Taylor J. S. Addy S. Rauch Alonzo L. Smith A. B. Slice Sidney I. Slice Darmer Tom W. Sharpe State Senate University of South Carolina

Moving Picture Show At Center School Tonight

A good moving picture show will be held at Center School on Saturday night May 28. Patrons can see Fatty Arbuckle Billy West Western Features and a war series. The annual community picnic will follow at Saxe Gotha on the school grounds. Everyone is invited.

Center School Fatty Arbuckle Billy West Saxe Gotha Saturda

Pure Refreshments at the REXALL Fountain

Harm on Drug Co in Lexington promotes pure refreshments at the REXALL Fountain. They emphasize Liggett fruits and syrups for health and esteem, offering only the choicest ripest natural fruits and clean dispensing with a commitment to quality.

Liggett Harmon Drug CO Rexall Lexington S. C

Swana Swansea community notes and social rounds

The Swansea column reports farm work, illness in the community, church attendance at Cross Roads, visits by Cayce and Sumter residents, nurse Bertha Gunter from the State Hospital, and social calls among local families. It notes rising talk of hard times, upcoming college visitors, recuperation of Mrs. L C Jetcoat, and a light joke about a stained coat and gasoline limits.

Weather Sparks Social Round in Cayce District

The report highlights steady rainfall and refreshing weather as crops like cotton and grass may benefit. Social notes recount visits: Mrs. R A Craft and children with Mrs J M Goodwin. Miss Rosalie Williams and Dr Spires with Mrs Perry Mack. Charlie and others on Sunday outings. trips to Ed Mund and Woodford. visits from Miss Annie Starkie, Miss Alice Pound, and Miss Miney Pound. Gary Goodwin visiting Columbus. Goodwin family noted as affected by recent rain.

R. A. Craft Cayce J. M. Goodwin Rosalie Williams Dr Spires Perry Mack Charlie John Craft Dewey Starkie Edmund Bertelle Price Alva Dunbar Woodford Annie Starkie Alice Miney Pound

Third Branch News Briefs Highlight Local Socials and Rain

Rainy spell slows outdoor plans as families in Third Branch report visits in Columbia and Sandy Run. Mr. and Mrs. Redmond travel on business while Mr. J T Martin plans to see his best girl. Weekend gatherings at Culler school house and home dinners feature Misses Geraldine Hardmond Mamie Lou Sharpe Irene and Martha Spires with local families.

W. J. Redmond Columbia Geraldine Hardmond Sandy Run J. T. Martin Culler School House G. C. Wise C. J. Martin Martha Spires Mamie Lou Sharpe Irene R. ©. Sharpe Joe Jumper S. Redmond Martin Eren Whittaker Geral

Elizabethan Exchange Reveals Bold Royal Defiance

A fragment showing Queen Elizabeth demanding a woman with a bold, defiant stance. The line hints at a dramatic royal moment where a brave heart confronts pressure and declares that nothing is impossible. The tone mirrors historical dialogue and palace intrigue.

Queen Elizabeth

Redmonds Take Flying Trip to Swansea Saturday Afternoon

Dine Redmond took a flying trip to Swansea on Saturday afternoon. Alf enjoyed the candy and pulled at Mr Wet. Redmonds Tuesday even in.

Dine Redmond Swansea Alf Mr. Wet. Redmonds

Harlanan Drug Company Adopts Honest Policy

A reading notice from The Harlanan Drug Company The REXALL Store owned and managed by Rice B Harmon emphasizes honesty and warns against illicit drug store operations. Harmon, a registered pharmacist, asserts public trust and longstanding service to Lexington residents.

Dispatch News New York Boston Harlanan Drug Company Rexall Rice B. Harmon Lexington Harmon Drug CO Pharin D. Sw aAdy

Rats Die From Rat Snap Promise Odorless Results

Rat Snap claims rats and mice die after eating the bait and leaves no odor. It warns cats and dogs won’t touch it and that rats seek the bait over other food. Three sizes available: 1 cake for pantry kitchen or cellar. 2 cakes for chicken houses and small buildings. 5 cakes for farms, out-buildings, storage or factories. Sold and guaranteed by Lexington Pharmacy and Harmon Drug Company.

Lexington Pharmacy Harmon Drug Company

Summer Frocks and Linens Offer Wide Range of Styles

A downtown display features Women and Misses frocks in summer colors with latest models from fashion centers. Prices from 7.50 to 35.00, some pieces once 16.50. Silk undergarments for brides, 20 percent off on crepe de chine gowns, teddies, camisoles. Bride sets in brocade wash satin at 35.00. Shirt waists, gingham dresses, imported Scotch ginghams 49c yd. White goods 20 percent off, embroidered veils, and organza fabrics in varied colors at 75c to 1.50.

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James J. Tapp James L. Tapp Simon E. Bickley Rexall Fountain Sam Sweeney Sweeney's Stable Assembly St. Columbia Ling H. W. Neese Gertrude Bailey Bertha Gunter State Hospital Messrs Dewey and Forest Jetcoat Alma Argo W. D Laird Azilee Mack Margie Gunter Letitia Mae Jefcoat Myrtie Martin Summerland Annie Lee Martin Winthrop Rast Columbia College A. FB. Keadle Louartha J. R. Gunter Kite Willie and Lightercoat Cross Roads L. C. Jetcoat Gaston Goodwin Earle Price Elmer Hutto Gary Goodwin Columbus Sis Third Branch News Bon Ton Haltiwanger Main Street Lucile Higman Arkansas Man Manile Smith Sam Miaminy Bretts the John Church Co Victor Records Ashbury Mer Caughman-Kaminer Lexington, S. C J. H. Price Building Motor Co J. H. Sease, Mgr Mimnaugh Gingham Ginham Wash Goods Department Columbia, S. C J. L. Mimnaugh
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