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Newspaper

The Lancaster Ledger

Location

Lancaster, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1904

Page

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Local figures announce candidacies for the House

A set of notices from J W Hamel J Harry Foster and others declare their candidacies for the House of Representatives subject to the Democratic primary rules. The statements note county ties and intent to attend county campaign meetings.

Hook OF Representatives Hous of Representatives Democratic Party J. W. Hamel J. Harry Foster Gregor Berguson Mike

John P Hunter Seeks Reelection as Sheriff

The announcement endorses John P Hunter for reelection as Sheriff subject to Democratic primary voters approval. It praises his past record as loyal, brave, and ready to serve without fear or favor, highlighting his fitness for the office.

John P. Hunter Hunter Kludiesa Andaigorerion

Lancaster County Auditor and Treasurer Candidates Announced

H. H. Horton and J. Wylie Porter announce candidacies for Lancaster County offices. Horton seeks reelection as County Auditor and Porter runs for Treasurer, each pledging to abide by the Democratic primary results. The notices emphasize endorsement rules and dedication to the primary process.

Lancaster County H. H.horton J Wylie Porter

Taylor Announces Candidacy for Lancaster Treasurer

MO D TAYLOR thanks Lancaster County people for past support and announces candidacy for the office of Treasurer, subject to the outcome of the forthcoming election.

Lancaster County W O Oauthen

Parker Accepts Democratic Nomination Speech Praises Limits on Power

Judge Alton Parker accepted the Democratic presidential nomination with a lengthy lawn ceremony at Mount Royal, addressing issues from executive power to labor rights, tariffs, and Philippine policy. He urged protection of citizen rights, warned against usurpation, and stressed self government for newly engaged territories while advocating a restrained military stance.

Fsopus N.Y Alton Parker Iduy United States Democratic Party Champ Clark Missouri Chirk Parker New York Ted Roosevelt Colorado Iris da Parker Philippine Bia Merl Deaget Dickey

Tia peisgs in Tha State As Ddad

A fragmentary report from a local paper notes a state event involving Tia and a pair of officials from Aub State. Details are unclear due to OCR issues, but the item references a state action and tied names. Further context is unreadable.

Tia Peisgs Tha

Will Serve For La Manslaughter Convicts Sentenced

Bol Norton and Pain of Gosnell were convicted of manslaughter and life imprisonment. They were sent to the Columbian prison to begin their terms.

Gi Ceavite Bol Norton Pain of Gosnell Columbian

Acetylene Plant Explosion Injures Three in Charleston

An acetylene plant used for lighting a German artillery ball exploded in Charleston this afternoon, seriously injuring Nicholas Biscoff keeper of the ball, and injuring Mrs. Biscoff and their son Clarence. The plant and the small frame base housing tanks and generators were demolished.

Charleston Nicholas Biscoff Keaper

Clemson Professor Studies Boll Weevil In Texas Trip

Prof C E Chambliss state entomologist returns from Texas after a month studying the boll weevil in its native June. He notes the weevil’s movement north and east, details quarantine methods, and mentions Louisiana and Mississippi funding to combat the pest.

Clemson College C. E. Chamblies Texas Chambliss Louisiana Mississippi

Agricultural Hall Dedicated at Clemson

Clemson College held the State Farmers Institute dedication of Agricultural Hall with Col J E Tindal delivering an address on Clemson as an extension of the state’s educational system. He explained how the college meets agricultural needs and supports progress through diversification and advancement in farming firepower.

Clemson College State Farmers’ Institute Agricultural J. E. Tindal Clemson

Agricultural College Building and Resignation Notice

The speaker praised the college’s progress urging farmers to learn and protect their land. Col J S Newman, eight years head of the agricultural department, resigns effective June 1905. The agricultural building is described as the most attractive structure on campus, noted for its nearly perfect appointments.

Poxoi So College Menlo J.S. Newman

Dr Kings New Life Pills Popular Remedy Ad

An old advertisement touts Dr King's New Life Pills as a cure for a range of ailments including liver complaints and constipation. It claims gentle effect and offers a 25 cent price, guaranteed by Craw ford Bros J F Mackey and V Funderburk Pharmacy Drug Store.

Dr. King Crawford Bros J.F. Mackey V. Funderburk Pharmacy

Searching Parties Scour Banks of Fountain River

Searching parties scour the Fountain River banks after a wreck. A Missouri Pacific train disaster killed 71 identified, with 3 unidentified and 23 of the known passengers missing. The day was marked by funeral undertaker activity and debris clearing. The report notes extensive recovery efforts and lists the identified victims.

Fountain River

All Day Naval Engagement Near Port Arthur

The Russian fleet left Port Arthur on Wednesday and fought a severe all day battle with the Japanese fleet. Japanese destroyers attacked the Russians at night. results are unknown. The Russian battleships Retvizan and Pobleda were seen outside Port Arthur Thursday morning.

Tokio Port Arthur Retvizan Pobleda

Port Arthur Fleet Escapes Report From Chefoo Harbor

A Russian torpedo boat destroyer entered Chefoo harbor at 7 30 a m reporting that six Russian battleships cruisers and half the torpedo boats escaped from Port Arthur yesterday morning The vessel left Port Arthur last night with five presences who stated the Joons o fleet ix pursuing the Rose ane and at a battle of the Opens i expected.

Chefoo Chefoo Harbor Port Arthur

Morgan Firm Accused of Canal Transaction Profits

A report alleges Morgan interests and ex-Secretary Root tied to a canal deal with a 210,009,000 canal transaction. The World notes the Morgan firm may have earned about 400,000 dollars, through designation as financial agent, amid political maneuvering surrounding the presidency.

J. Die Morzan Wa Perkins The Morgan Fim Eyevard Morgan Moran

New Jersey firm appoints receivers in Windsor Mills case

Vic Chancellor Withey of Mowe New Jersey today noted the appointment of receivers for Windsor Mills Burlington North Carolina. W Giols Whaley, previously auxiliary receiver, served with Mr Girly as co receivers to bond the business with $85 000. Court allowed issuance of $20 000 receivers' bonds to cover costs.

New York Vic Withey Mowe N.J Melty Pointment Frederets Vf Git Vu Tors Tile Company New, Jersey Corporation W. Giols Whaley New York Cour Girl

Death Penalty Mention Sparks Controversial Quote

A fragment cites a provocative line about the death penalty and references a patent medicine ad urging use of Daeccon’s Arnica salve. The item blends sensational rhetoric with an urchin of medical cure claims and dubious endorsements.

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