Political Gossip Signals Governor Race Growth in Capital
Columbia May 30. Political chatter swirls as new candidates enter the governor’s race. Thomas G. McLeod, former lieutenant governor, announces he will run this summer from Bishopville, aiming to finish strong. The legislature race looms with seasoned figures like Senator Lightsey and Senator Pearce drawing attention to fiscal reform and road funding.
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Gunerary
George Bell Timmerman
Wilie Jones
Harry N. Edamnunds
Newberry Alumni Plan Luncheon and State Legislature Talk
The Newberry College Club announces an alumni luncheon at 4:00 p.m. in the American Legion Hall with former students invited. Meanwhile discussions in the state legislature focus on changes in the senate and the new governor Wilson G Harvey actively engaging the public.
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all-caHers
American Legion Hall
Newberry County College Club
Efird resigns as secretary of South Carolina State Fair
D. Frank Efird submitted his resignation as secretary of the South Carolina State Fair Association to the executive committee effective June 10. He has been tied to the fair since 1897, guiding growth from a $5 000 premium list to about $30 000, and overseeing commissions rising from $3 000 to roughly $17 000.
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D. F. Efird
Efird
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Lexington Schools Close After Successful Year
Commencement exercises wrapped a productive year at Lexington schools with nearly 500 pupils enrolled. Eight graduates received state high school diplomas as the eighth grade moves up to high school. a play by tenth graders and a baccalaureate address highlighted the closing events.
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C. S. Addy
May Boozer
E. B. Roof
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