Murder of Sam Lightsey Near Fairfax
A young white man named Sam Lightsey disappeared from his Fairfax area home and was found murdered in nearby woods. Investigations led to arrests of Ed Daniels and Bill Daniels, with Ed Daniels confessing that Steve Holly helped in the crime. The note provides a description of a suspect and mentions a telegram to Governor McSweeney.
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Sam Lightsey
M. M. Lightsey
Sycamore
Ed Daniels
Bill Daniels
Eol Daniels
Steve Holly
Tnick
J.P. Lightsey
Scott's Emulsion Promises Health for Pale Blood Sickness
Advertisement claims Scott's Emulsion restores strength and flesh for pale sick blood, especially teens. Describes cod liver oil content as nourishing and curative, urging regular treatment and offering samples to sufferers.
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Scott
Governor halts Rock Hill bull dog and cock fights
In Rock Hill South Carolina a planned bull dog and cock fighting event prompted Sheriff Logan and Constable Wingate to secure troops from Captain Dunlap. After pressure from the Governor and legal advice, promoter Thomasson canceled the bull fight while dog and cock fights were prohibited. The prompt action by lawmen was praised by locals.
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Rock Hill
S. G
R. ¥. Thomasson
Logan
Yorkville
Wingate
Mr. Thomasson
HH M Dianlap
Carawba Rifles
Capt. Dunlap
Sherf
The Pride of Heroes Buck len Arica Salve Ad
Soldiers praise Buck len Arica Salve for scratches bruises cuts wounds corns sore feet stiff joints burns scalds boils ulcers skin eruptions and piles. Cures or no pay. Only 25 cents at F Mackey & Co Crawford Bros drug stores.
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F. Mackey & Co
Crawford Bros
Jail Break At Marshall Prison Faces Manhunt
Seven inmates escaped Marshall North Carolina jail by sawing out steel bars in cell windows. Among the fugitives are Henry Murray and Rice Hagan, both charged with murder. No trace of the men has been found yet.
Texas Fever in Blackville and North Carolina cattle
State Veterinarian Dr Nesom arrived from Blackville after a telegram from J D Winter noting Texas fever outbreaks among cattle. The article details causes, tick transmission, quarantine advice, and control measures plus treatment and a call to request Bulletin No. 72 from Clemson College.
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G. Nesom
Blackville
J.D. Winte Ue
Whittle
North Carolina
White
W.E. Ruthaad
Batesbury
J.T. Blade
Mayesville
Electric Bitters Claimed To Cure Dyspepsia
A Mecatur Alabama resident writes of long suffering from indigestion and related ailments. She credits Electric Bitters for relief after three years of dysfunction and reports renewed appetite and improved digestion. Available at J I Ambwkey & Co and Crawford Bros store.
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Jay
S. J. Newsom
Mecatur
Ala
Lives
Riley
J. I Ambwkey & Co
Crawford Bros
Mrs Ulyses S Grant Dies In Washington
Mrs Ulyses S Grant wife of President Grant died at her residence in Washington tonight from heart failure aggravated by bronchitis. She was 63 and the end came quietly with daughter Nellie and granddaughter Rosemary Sartoris present. Remains to be laid in Riverside Park New York where Mr Grant's remains rest.
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Washington
U.S. Grant
President Grant
Grant
Nellie Grant Satoris
Rosemary Sartoris
Dr. Bishop
Foils a Deadly Attack at Lancaster Lancaster
A fragmented 19th century notice mentions a deadly attack foiled and cites medical remedies from De King s New Lily Ville. The text references M. M. Austin of Wincester Ind and local merchants Markey Co Craiford Bros and a Lancaster lamp subscription at 1.00 per year.
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M. M. Austin
Wincester, Ind
King
Markey & Co
Craiford Bros’. S
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