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Newspaper
The Lancaster Ledger
Location
Lancaster, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1902
Page
2
In the Ledger’s Saturday edition, notices mention Thurlow and Warter among a list of names in an epigraphal column. The page fragment highlights classified style entries and viewer notices for the publication date.
Golden Moments in Darlington recounts a heated political gathering with Capt. Heyward favored by crowds of about 500 voters. Speakers included Tillman Talbert Ansel and Timmerman, with applause, flowers, and sharp exchange on issues and alleged newspaper charges. A lightning fatality and a Cuban loan bill are noted in a wrapup from the Aug 7 event.
In Verbena Alabama F A Gulledge paid doctors a large sum to cure a severe case of piles causing 24 tumors. Bucklen's Arnica Salve quickly reduced inflammation and cured him. Promoted as the best salve in the world, available at J F Mackey Co and Crawford Bros drug stores.
A severe windstorm at Aug 6 mid afternoon blew down a school house under construction at Monarch cotton mills. Workers scrambling to safety were buried by timbers. J Mack Coln died instantly, Thomas Long suffered a broken hip, Charles Vaughan dislocated shoulder, and Jesse Carter was slightly bruised. Insurance covers the building loss.
Special to The State from Florence reports Mannie Gregg a Black porter at Farmers ice house fatally shocked when reactivating an incandescent electric light after a recent shutdown. A severe electrical storm preceded the event, with others noting a likely lightning strike to the wire. An inquest returned a verdict consistent with the facts.
A wild wind storm over Carolina Beach near Wilmington on the night of August 7 razed the Hotel Oceanic leaving 13 guests injured and one fatally. News reached Wilmington at 4 am after telephones and roads were disrupted by debris. Wrightsville Beach felt no impact.
Williams-Hughes Co sets a $2 rate for announcements not exceeding ten lines, while all longer announcements are charged at regular rates. The notice specifies pricing structure and line limits for public notices.
Constipation or diarrhea when bowels are out of order. Cas earets Candy Cathartic will make them act naturally. Genuine tablets stamped C. C. C. Never sold in bulk. All druggists, roc.
A statement announcing candidacy for re election to the office of magistrate. The brief declares intent to seek another term and signals ongoing public service. No further details on date, place, or campaign issues are provided.
Urgent requests from county areas lead to multiple declarations of candidacy for the House of Representatives and county offices. Candidates pledge to abide by the Democratic primary results, citing loyalty, experience, and service, with notes on veteran status and public trust.
In Mayenville on August 6, two colored men, Moses Wells and Bracey Durant, were killed when struck by lightning while fishing at the Wells Roads farm of the late J. B Barnett. They reached the stream shortly before the fatal strike and died instantly.
Faton Ohio photographer C C Harlan endured years of severe indigestion until Electric Bitters eased his pain. He credits the remedy as a godsend for dyspepsia and stomach troubles, saying it strengthens the stomach, liver and kidneys. Sold by Crawford Brown and J K Mackey Co for 50 cents with guarantee.
J E B Stewman announces candidacy for Probate Judge subject to Democratic primary rules and with support of friends. Perry, JOHN M. absent on details.
Mr Somes A Hyatt of Van Wyc s 96 announces candidacy for County Supervisor and will abide the primary result. LJ Perry also declares candidacy for reelection subject to Democratic primary rules, citing past service and commitment to the people in Lancaster County.
M. J. Lox announces candidacy for re election as County Superintendent of Education. He pledges to abide by Democratic Primary rules and asks voters for continued support.
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