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Newspaper
The Lancaster Ledger
Location
Lancaster, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1900
Page
2
The Yorkville Enquirer reports Thorton S. Carter and others noting Kershaw intends to build a 150000 dollar cotton mill. Ashe of Yorkville and Heath of Lancaster are heavy subscribers. Citizens pledge liberal support and an application for a commission is expected shortly.
Representative Finley argued in the house that Puerto Rico is part of the United States and deserves the same tariff treatment as other states. He challenged Republican claims that Puerto Rico is separate, saying that would nullify U S tax authority. His remarks lasted about 272 minutes, time granted by Mr McRea.
Special to The State reports a night blaze on March 29 at Se vlock near Hock Hill. The barn and stables of Ratteree ties burned to the ground in a short time with all horses saved. The barn, damp with feed, was insured for 1400 dollars with Hutchinson & Cherry.
Dr TJ Strait of Lancaster emails that he will seek the Democratic nomination in the district this year. While no certainty exists on who wins the Howton race, backers claim McLaurin’s anti Democratic stance two years ago cost him votes, and Strait notes McLaurin’s recent actions vindicate charges against him. The piece criticizes papers for explaining away McLaurin’s mistakes and mocks local electors unlikely to support “curly-haired Johnnie.”
Cotton planters urged to mail a postal card at once to the Adams Cotton Co. in Charleston, South Carolina, to learn of advantageous prospects for high prices in the next fall season. The notice targets growers seeking better returns and directs prompt action.
Special to The State Greenwood March 31 The celebrated King case ends with a verdict of guilty with recommendation to mercy after three hours jury deliberation. Herman E King killed his brother in law Taylor Mabry on August 80th 180s at Hodges, claiming Mabry robbed him of his wife. Monomania plea raised by defense. Also notes cotton farming trusts and a death in Buford township. Funeral for Polly Vinson held at Pleasant Grove church.
Ex convict and Reconstruction era figure fh O'Dell Duncan died suddenly at his Newberry home. Duncan served as consul to Naples appointed by Grant, later posted to Smyrna, and retired in 1884 after a long public career in South Carolina.
Miss Finnia Cheatham, a young woman from near Ninety Six, fell into a fire during a convulsion and died on March 27 after being burned the day before.
In Orangeburg on April 2 a sensational missing person case surrounds Henry H Brunson, longtime judge of probate and master in equity. He left on an Atlantic Coast Line train Sunday morning without notice, sending a postmarked note hinting he might never return. His absence prompts questions about official funds and potential motives, with the clerk of court now handling duties amid investigations and terms of office. An unrelated medical advertisement extols Electric Bitters as a cure for ailments affecting appearance and health.
An eight hundred sixty horsepower boiler exploded at GO Williams Lumber Company brick yard in Atlanta this afternoon, killing three white men and injuring several others. Authorities assess causes as unknown while emergency crews work at the scene.
Spartanburg April 2 A Wofford freshman Jacob Golightly aged about 18 was severely injured after stepping off a church step while leaving services. He suffered three fractures of his lower limbs and is cared for by his parents near the campus.
In Greenville Marvel 30 Pink Zemore, 40, white, died in the magistrate’s court after Eliga Sizemore collapsed during an examination of a robbery arrest involving Pam Singleton. Sizemore reportedly died from heart disease amid the proceedings, with his family described as deeply affected and drinking heavily.
The Greenville special reports the sudden death of Wink Sizemore on Friday. A postmortem doubt sparked burial postponement after Dr Bramlett found signs suggesting possible life. The coroner's verdict was upheld, burial completed in Pelzer as scheduled.
An Iowa State Capital account details farmers and western retail dealers uniting to resist a cordage trust price hike on binding twine. By delaying purchases in early fall they forced the trust to keep inventories unpaid, risking market loss until cash needs forced a shift in pricing.
An Atlanta Journal analysis describes a Piedmont South Carolina mill holding 18,000 bales of raw cotton. It calculates costs and potential profits, claiming a net 100 percent earning if the fabric is sold at current prices. It notes margins from spinning, cloth production, and potential million-dollar profits, urging readers to pursue similar opportunities.
The South Carolina Medical Association schedules its sixtieth anniversary gathering in Charleston on April 18, 1900. It aims to unite all state physicians with a public reception by the mayor and aldermen, Isle of Palms excursions, and entertainment. Dr. Hobart Amory Hare will give the Annual Address. Board in Charleston starts at $1+, with reduced rail fares. Porcher and Whaley sign.
A regional report notes an extensive range of mules available in the market, emphasizing diversity of breeds and capabilities. Local traders discuss demand shifts, pricing, and potential future supply, highlighting practical uses from transportation to agricultural work.
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