25 Aug 1900
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Newspaper
The Lancaster Ledger
Location
Lancaster, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1900
Page
1
A chaotic sale notice touts dress fabrics and shoes at five cents during a summer event. It promises unmatched discounts across Organdies, Percales, Piques, and Ginelanes while urging shoppers to hurry before stock runs out.
A brief local item notes a peculiar incident involving a pirate theme with cats and a goat at a zero price point and air price only. The oddly phrased report hints at a publicity stunt or quirky sale. No further names or locations are provided in readable text.
The Agricultural Department summary reports third week of extreme heat east of the Rockies with heavy rains in parts of the central valleys and Middle Atlantic. Drought affects central regions, while late corn holds up in the South. Cotton shows slight improvement in Mississippi and Louisiana but insects and rust hinder growth. Texas crops improve yet rust and pests persist in many localities.
A severe wind and hailstorm hit Greenville and surrounding areas on Monday afternoon. Trees toppled, crops damaged, and telephone lines were knocked down hindering communication. In Dorchester County a house collapsed trapping a family. one child perished. A weekly crop bulletin notes widespread drought relief and variable rain, with poor prospects for cotton and corn. Local communities along with Cedar Camp and Waxhaw hosted picnics and Woodmen of the World events despite weather disruptions.
Democratic primary voting is scheduled for Tuesday August 28 with numerous candidates listed including For Kattroad Commissioner D Mayfield For Lotteitor-Sirth Circuit Thos F McDow WO Hoa JK Henry For House Oscar W Potts vy Williams ptterk of Court Jos F Gregory WK Porter Sheriff John P Hunter James Wit County Supt of Education TM Belk Rowell JE Blackmon Ernest Blackmon R Baxter Blackmon For County Auditor Magistrate Gitta Creek Cane Creek Townships W P Cankeey John King enter the race for local offices this election season.
Dr DB Cargile of Washita and T Le report four bottles of Electric Bitters cured Mrs Brewer after years of scrofula and painful sores on head and face. Claim the remedy purifies blood, treats eczema and other conditions, boosts digestion and strength. Sold by Crawford Bros Druggist for 50 cents with guarantee.
Apocalyptic promotional note praises De King's New Life Pills as a remedy for stomach and liver troubles, promising a splendid appetite, sound digestion, and regular health. Available for 5 cents at Crawford Bros Drog Store.
An old newspaper ad touts Dr EB Detchon’s Ane Diuretic claiming painless relief for nocturnal enuresis. It targets parents, suggesting the product may be worth over $100 to those with children troubled by bedwetting. Sold by J F Mackey & Co in Lancaster SC.
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