County Fair Opens With Record Exhibits and Crowd
The 23d annual Lexington county fair opened Tuesday with the largest exhibit count. Secretary Leaphart and assistants rushed to fill entry blanks as exhibits showed high color across departments. Tuesday was children’s day. attendance was strong though not as large as hoped. The carnival promises top attractions and big crowds are expected on Wednesday and Thursday. The Dispatch News will publish extended fair coverage next week.
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Lexington County
Leaphart
Dispatch News
Gson
Inquest Finds Reckless Driving Caused Brookland Death
The coroner's jury concluded that Mr. John C. Turner died from injuries after being struck by a six Studebaker driven by Russell Potee near Rev. E L Lybrand's home in Brookland. The accident followed Turner evading a motorcycle moving toward Lexington, as witnesses described high speed and a fatal impact, with Potee detained in Lexington afterward.
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John C. Turner
Brookland
Studebaker
Jm J. Miller
Russell Potee
E. L. Lybrand
Turner
Lexington
Petee
Mqler
Peter
Weed
H.R. Geiger
Nexry
Mathias Jit Sherit Milnegro
W. Tey Pulley
Loreyele
Petes
Megre
Dariey
Wald
Hat
Oakville School League to Host Supper and Refreshments
The Ladies School Improvement League of Oakville School District No 77 Gilbert Route 2 announces an October supper and fry and other refreshments starting at 6 o clock. Everyone is invited. tickets priced at two cents per item may apply.
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Ladies School Improvement League of
Oakville
Gilbert
Route
Death of Mrs dH Rob at Chapin
Died at her home in Chapin after months of ill health. Funeral held Saturday in Lexington for interment. Family expresses sympathy. Local notices include synod trip for Rev Carpenter and Dr Fargle, and various residents visiting relatives and traveling.
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R. M. Carpenter
J. W. Fargle
Virginia
Claude Crease
Columbia
and M Demire
TO. Stou
Death of Mrs H Roberts in Chopin area described
Mrs H Roberts wife of Al J Roberts a well known citizen of Chopin died at her home on Friday October 14 after a long illness. She was formerly Miss Harmon of Lexington and is survived by her husband a daughter M Lebeeta and several relatives. The funeral was held at Providence church near Lexington last Saturday afternoon conducted by Reverends Ahetrouse and Joees.
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Sig
Witte
Hind
Roy Frick
Wilburn Prick
Chapin
J. JK
Saltiwanger
Ie Bechman
Newberr
Cellege
W . Beehi
Lillian
Columbia
A.W. Comatan der
H. Roberts
al J. Ho Rekerts
Chopin
Laat Town
Rob- Miss
Ateri
Mule Harmon
Lexington
Democrats of Lexington County Urge Voting for District Candidate
The Lexington County Democratic notice urges voters to support the Democratic nominee for Congress on the upcoming election day, stressing turnout and a large victory to secure the seat. It condemns complacency and reminds residents of the district’s stakes in Washington.
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H. P
Congress
Washington
GTON First To Pay Taxes To The State
County Treasurer Leaphart becomes the first in the state to remit 1920 taxes to State Treasurer Carter for Lexington County. The first day collections topped 1919 figures, with Judge Crafts the first to pay. Total early collections reached 1,221.82 dollars, penalties to be added after December 31.
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Leaphart
S. T. Carter
Thertas
Lexington County
George S. Crafts
Band of thieves fail to rob local bank in early morning
Safecrackers attempted a bank job at Cha- Pin Bank but routine alarms frightened them off after three shots of high explosives were discharged. Heavily armed robbers fled toward Columbus without securing any loot and have not been identified.
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Cha-, Pin
Columb
Notice of Birthdays at Gotha Cotton Mill Home
Notice from M. Justice announcing a birthdate celebration for his wife turning 60 on November 22 at their home near the S00esGotha cotton mill. The invitation asks kindred to attend with gifts and join in a day of peace and pleasure.
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Catahoeca
Democrats of South Refuse to Miss National Crisis Appeal
A regional plea urges white men and women in South Carolina to boost contributions to the Democratic National Committee. The message claims James M. Cox will be the next U S President and asks immediate checks to support Democratic gains, stressing southern happiness and prosperity.
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Jiamees M. Cox
United States
Souny Ca
South Carolina
South
Marriage Celebrated in Batesburg After Thursday Vows
Miss Allene Griffin and Mr. Wilbur Cook wed in Batesburg at the bride's sister Mrs. J Ballentine's home with friends and relatives present. The couple left for Washington and northern points and plan to reside in Batesburg around November 1. Community notices mention local officials, medical students, and residents including Dr. Boldrige E. Kneece, Dr. W. P. Emmian, and Mr. Benny Caughman visiting from Calumet, with various social and civic updates among Saluda county residents.
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Allene Griffin
Wilbur Cook
Penifieton
Boldrige E. Kneece
Batesburg
Columbia
New York
W. P Mmeynan
Minaeen
Chicago
Leesville Hospital
AiGkottatag
Benny /caughman
Shutherns Railway Company
Banks TL. Caugaman
Railroad Commission of
Saluda County
Ransom Jr. Timmermam
Hunter Ridgell
Saluda
Rikara
Heidas
Wright
Johneston
Frances
Wise
Heber Ballentine
Miss Wate Caileny
Suaier
Wren
Louis J
Wistow
Abbeville
Texas
Forry Ohome
Lucile Reylsten
Harding declares equal rights for black and white on border
At Promids Oklahoma Warren G Harding stated that all men must have the same rights before the law. He insisted equality applies to both races though he noted no requirement for forced social integration.
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Promids
Okla
Warren G. Harding
Harding
Crow Laws
Anon — City
Democrat
Trustees Urged to Call Friday Stock Meetings
Falr progress is being made in Lexington county in soliciting subscriptions for the export corporation formed under the American Association. The county quota is not yet met, and chairmen of every school board are urged to hold Friday night meetings October 22 at 7 30 to allow residents to subscribe. Subscriptions must come ready to take stock, with Chalmers Essinger arranging speakers if possible to boost participation.
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Falr
Lexington County
American YY 4. Association
George C. Price
Chalmers
Essinger
Newberry College notes show record enrollment and improved facilities
Newberry College reports 270 students enrolled this term, not counting postgraduates, with strong spirit for a “Greater Newberry.” A new boarding hall and renovated Carnegie and campus buildings cost about 20,000 dollars, boosting dorms, baths, and faculty housing while students attend a Lutheran federation meeting and a joint game against Wofford.
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Tor
Tne
Newberry
AML
Calle Comme
Haltiwanger
Carnegie
Lemonet A. Derrick
Foothall
Wofford
Lutherat
New
Mrskine
State Fair Opens Next Monday in Columbia
Crowds from across South Carolina prepare for the annual state fair in Columbia. Officials promise strong exhibits and wide attractions with day and night activities, while families and students anticipate plays, livestock displays, and the fair’s festive atmosphere.
Mrs Viola Rikard Dead After Son
Mrs Minnie Viela Rikard of Red Bank died October 15 at Baptist hospital in Columbia after a week of illness. She was 20 years 4 months 7 days, survived by husband and infant child, two brothers and four sisters. Funeral at Bank Union church with pallbearers listed.
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Minnie Viela Rikaard
Kobe Rikard
Red Bagk
Baptist Hospital
Columbia
Oly
Bank Union
Lev. Messrs. Whiley and
Funderburk
D. J. Waits
John Pound
Perry Kelly
Andrew, Roland
Wade Hook
Pinckney Fry
A. 1. Goodwin
Sam E. Taylor Appointed Lexington Town Marshal
New Poliomdlan Sam E. Taylor of Hollow Creek has been appointed town marshal for Lexington and assumed duties of the office. He has purchased a home in Lexington and will move his family here soon.
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Sam E. Taylor
Hollow Creek
Lexington
Taylor
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