Tillman split, education chief backs cheaper books
The Spartanburg Journal notes a rift between Ben Tillman and Jim Tillman over governorship plans. It cites a strong State board of education letter defending McMahan, asserting the governor appointed members, that McMahan enforced adoption, and that no other adoptions occur until 1906, with emphasis on securing the lowest book prices for South Carolina.
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The
Spartanburg Journal
Ben Tillman
Jim Tillman
Sheppard and Orr
Talbert
Jim
Congress
Ben
State Board of Education
Mr. McMahan
Ite
McMahan
Severe Storm Devastates Greenville Neighborhoods
Severe storm roared through Greenville South Carolina on August 21 causing extensive property damage. Homes blown down west of the city and trees uprooted, with one residence inside the city completely demolished. No loss of life reported.
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Greenville
S. C
Confederate Monument to Be Unveiled in Winnsboro
The Winnsboro Confederate monument will be unveiled next Wednesday with Judge A. C. Haskell of Columbia delivering the oration. The current Congress has appropriated over 800 million dollars, an increase of more than 70 million from last year.
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Winnsboro
A. C. Haskell
Columbia
Congress
Talbert and Jones dispute over party tickets in Greenville
The Greenville Daily News reports a clash between Colonel Talbert, a gubernatorial candidate, and Chair man Jones over Democratic party rules. Jones allegedly allowed official tickets to be distributed to candidates. Jones replies with a challenge offering a silk hat if Talbert proves a violation, and references church attire if elected.
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Greenville Daily News
Columbia
S. C
Colonel Talbert
Jones
Democratic Party
State Campaigners Close Here Amidno Sensations
The State campaign in Columba South Carolina wound down with no major incidents. Ansel impressed the 1500 plus audience, Ansel met enthusiastic reception, while speakers praised Ansel and Tillis drew applause. Derham Jones ties and Timmeraan noted state debt.
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Columba
S.C
Walker
Derham
Jones
Ansel
Farewell Performance of the Sens Special to the Daily News
Winnsboro, D C August 21 The last meeting of the Senatorial campaign party marked the final split among the Big Six who fought together and now face a six year term for one. Latimer Evans and Johnstone traded barbs with Latimer attacking lawyers and structures while Evans mocked Latimer. Col Johnstone delivered pointed remarks asserting Latimer’s admissions and policy stances amid a charged crowd.
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Winnsboro
D. C
Jol
Elliott
Latimer
Evans
Johnstone
Campaign Speech Fragments on Land Exchange Bill
Fragmentary report notes Latimer defending a land exchange bill valued at one to ten million dollars. Col Johnstone and several men confronted him while Henderson and Hemphill closed with similar points. An implied vote and moral fealty to the railroad enterprise appear in the flurry.
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Col. Johnstone
Mr. Latimer
Johnstone
Latimer
Henderson
Hemphill
Photographer C C Hurlan Finds Relief At Last
Look Pleasant looks at a testimonial about C C Hurlan of Faton Ohio who suffered indigestion for years. After trying many doctors and medicines he found relief with Electric Bitters. The ad touts the tonic as a cure for dyspepsia stomach liver and kidney issues claiming renewed vitality. Sold 50 cents with guarantees by Crawford Bros J F Mackey Co.
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C. C.hurlan
Faton, O
Crawford Bros
J. F. Mackey & Co
Eight Die, Six Missing After Mills Digesters Blast
Eight workmen were killed and six missing with three others badly hurt when two steel digesters at Delaware Pulp mills in the Jessup Moore Paper Company on the Christiana exploded this afternoon. Ten men worked in the two story building housing ten digesters, each six feet in diameter, used to reduce wood pulp. Two thunderous blasts wrecked the building and surrounding mills as digester vessels were hurled into the air and smoke hindered rescue efforts. Several escaped uninjured.
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Wilmington
Del
Delaware
Jessup & Moore Paper Company
Christiana
Riot at Kentucky State Penitentiary Ends in Wounds
In Frankfort on August 20 a prison riot erupted as three murderers Lafayette Brooks Wallace Bishop and T Mulligan attempted to seize their liberty. The uprising from 6 to after 10 PM left Bishop fatally wounded Mulligan shot in the shoulder and a black convict Albert Ransom of Louisville struck by a rifle ball during the clash.
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Frankfort
State Penitentiary
Lafayette Brooks
Morgan County
Wallace Bishop
T. Mulligan
Kenton County
Bishop
Mulligan
Albert Ransom
Louieville
Local Citizen Announcements For Magistrate And Treasurer
A noisy stretch of notices lists candidates asserting bids for Lancaster County offices. W H Lorskey and H J Orry seek magistrate posts in Gill s Creek and Dancreek townships. W O Cauthen announces for County Treasurer, with support for Vanlandingham as the Democratic nominee.
Candidates for County Auditor and Supervisor Nominated
The notice lists John A. Cook as candidate for re election as County Auditor pledging to abide the Democratic primary. Hollis H. Horton is announced for County Auditor, also pledging to follow the primary. W F Estridge, M G Gardney, Joan R Faile, and RH Bapps announce candidacies for County Supervisor with pledges to abide by the Democratic primary.
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Hollis HL Horton
Senate
Oc. Hovat
Potter and Eutsidge Seek House Re-Election in Primary
An urgent county notice announces candidates Oscar W Potts from Pleasant Valley and T. Williams advocating reelection to the House of Representatives, contingent on Democratic primary results. Supporters tout Kutridge as a seasoned ally to back the reelection in the legislative chamber.
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Taina
House of Representatives
T. ¥. Williams
M. Eutsidge Waa
Kutridge
Loys
Probate Judge Candidate Seeks Democratic Primary Nomination
JOAN M. PERRY and J. EB. STRWMAN announce their candidacies for the office of Probate Judge subject to the Democratic Primary. The notices indicate a formal entry with friend solicitation and intent to run in the election.
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Br Bate
Joan M. Perry
J. EB. Strwman
Cure A Cold in One Pay Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets
Advertising copy promises a cure for colds with Bromo Quinine tablets. It claims a refund if it fails and includes a signature line attributed to EB. Wroves on each box. The text reads like an early 20th century patent medicine pitch.
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Wrove
Casery seeks reelection for Lancaster County Supervisor in Democratic primary
T J Perry presents W Q Casery as a candidate for County Supervisor in Lancaster County in the Democratic primary. The message notes past service, expresses support from friends, and asserts fitness for continued work.
Lancaster County Superintendent of Education Candidate Announcement
W J McManus announces re election bid for County Superintendent of Education. He pledges to abide by Democratic primary rules and support past favors while soliciting continued voter support in Lancaster County. He notes commitment to education leadership and adherence to party processes.
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Lancaster Unty
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