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Newspaper
The Lancaster Ledger
Location
Lancaster, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1904
Page
1
J W Hamel notes candidate T Y Williams announces for the Fifth District House seat subject to Democratic primary rules. The declaration centers on party process and electoral candidacy in a local Congressional race.
John P Hunter is named as a candidate for reelection to Sheriff, pending Democratic primary approval. The announcer asserts Hunter’s proven record and loyalty, stating he is ready to serve without fear or favor and take over the unexpired term of the late W B L Porter as Clerk of Court. F Gregory also announces candidacy for Clerk of Court under Democratic primary rules.
A series of 1910 campaign notices from Lancaster County reveal candidates for County Superintendent of Education Auditor Treasurer and related offices. Names include A C Rowell H A Horton Wylie Porter and Wo Oau then. The messages express gratitude for past support and pledge to abide by Democratic primary results.
A public notice declares Mr M Gardner as candidate for county supervisor seeking reelection under the county rules, thanked supporters and noted the solicitation of friends. The brief announcement emphasizes the upcoming election and the candidate's intent to continue in office.
A candidate declares intent to run for the office of Magistrate at Dancaster C H, subject to the outcome of the upcoming primary election. The notice establishes campaign participation and underscores the party primary process governing the race.
Salem row ends in a stabbing death as two negroes quarrel near Salem. In Spartanburg Rev Dr John O Wilson is elected president of Williamston Female College at Greenwood to succeed the late Dr J Lander. In Greenville Lena Agnew accidentally kills Mionie Mc Karnell with a rifle during a visit to the ill woman. In Saluda Phil Coleman shoots Jack Mobley. Mobley wounded, cause unclear. In Yorkville Curtis Davis killed by lightning while sheltering with a boy. the boy survives. In Laurens Will Motes found guilty of murder with mercy to the court for killing John Tate last May. In Darlington W B Dargan Jr and hands struck by lightning but unharmed. In Laurens Lonnie Lollis acquitted of arson.
A. H. Davis of Mt Sterling Indiana reports a two year kidney ailment cured permanently by two bottles of Foley's Kidney Cure. Sold by Funderbark Pharmacy.
Claud B Barbea of Raleigh was named temporary receiver for the Juanita cotton mills on Haw river Alamance county The action aims for August turnover The corporation owes about 115000 with assets around 108000 The business had been run by G Rosenthal secretary treasurer who was found unconscious in his office last Saturday An investigation into the books revealed the mills troubled condition
The Foley proprietors claim Foley's Honey and Tar cures consumption in early stages and relieves in worst cases, labeling it the greatest threat to lung health. Offered by Fanderburk Pharmacy, urging buyers to refuse substitutes.
Costly warning from United Presbyterian on drink showing a dram costs more than money. It notes jewels of infinite value lost, manhood, integrity, happiness, home, honor, and peace of dependents. It cites price in fame, revenue, position, prosperity, and eventual collapse of ambition from the first dram.
Federal grand jury today indicted Capt Van Schaick Redersl Steam boat Inspector Fleming and Former Inspector Lundberg over the Gen Slocum disaster of June 1 when nearly a thousand lives were lost Van Schaick commanded the Slocum Subscribe to The Ledger.
In Charlotte North Carolina on July 30 the jury found W F Breese late president of the First National Bank of Asheville guilty of abstraction and misappropriation of funds. Judge Keller sentenced him to seven years in prison. Defense filed a bill of exceptions and gave notice of appeal to the United States circuit court of appeals at Richmond. The verdict came after about eight hours deliberation. The case has a long history with prior trials and appeals.
Candidates for the senate and house will be asked if elected whether they will favor amendment to the dispensary law allowing a county to vote out a dispensary with no tax or restrictions. Strong sentiment exists in the county for the price bill, while there is opposition to taxing people to vote out a dispensary.
Joe Goldbrick of Colusa Cal recounts enduring 15 years of rheumatic pain before trying Electric Bitters. He claims a few bottles relieved and cured his trouble. The ad touts benefits for liver kidney issues and general debility, priced at 50 cents with satisfaction guaranteed by local druggists Crawford Bros J F Mackey Co and Funderbark Pharmacy.
The State urges ministers across South Carolina to loudly denounce murder and crime with unwavering, weekly effort. It calls for the united pulpit from city to country to lead a broad campaign, reaching coastal and inland districts alike, to press the press for support in this crisis.
The busiest little wellness product is Dr King’s New Life Pills. They convert weakness to strength and listlessness to energy while boosting mental power. Available for 25 cents per box at Crawford Bros J F Mackey Co and Funderburk Pharmacy.
A farmer sought a suit for $50 from a man who owed him money and consulted a leading lawyer. The lawyer warned the farmer it would cost more to win than the debt, but praised honesty as the noblest work of God. The farmer soon learned the lawyer was hired by the debtor, and he muttered that an honest lawyer may be the scarcest.
A 19th or early 20th century newspaper blurb promotes Arnica Salve by F. A. Goll of Verbena Alabama, claiming it cured piles and tumors, with testimonials of relief from burns and aches. Sold by Crawford Bros, D. F. Mackey & Co, and Fonderbark Pharmacy.
The article details confusion over Port Arthur's status with claims of its fall disputed by Russian intelligence. It notes alleged Japanese success in surrounding the fortress, transport losses, and reports of surrender negotiations, while others deny the capture as the siege continues.
The report notes Kuropatkin’s forces pressing near Liaoyang with Russian units under heavy Japanese observation. Gloomy assessments say units must choose between fighting or retreat as Japanese pressure tightens, threatening rail links and northern column safety.
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