War Declared by Japan as Russia Skirmish Grows
The Ledger notes a de facto war mood with Japan and Russia after diplomatic break, Japan occupying Corea and sending troops toward Port Arthur while the Russian fleet stirs. Also reported is Gov Heyward pardoning white metalworker George Blanchard who killed a black man, sparking claims of biased justice in South Carolina.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Russia
Corea
Varous Points
Port Arthur
Spartanburg Journal
George Blanchard
Gov
Heyward
Blanchard
Spartanburg
South Carolina
Four Killed And Three Wounded In Coal Creek Clash
Four killed and three wounded as union and non union factions clashed in Coal Creek Tennessee near Knoxville. Guards employed by Coal Creek Coal Co. killed three men and a deputy sheriff was fatally shot. Incident echoes earlier disasters at Fraterville. Also jailed for murder of Ed Marks are Ed Marsh Mrs Mattie Marks and William Simpson. Body of Marks missing. evidence cited by Andrew Marks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knoxville
Tenn
Coal Creek
Coal Creek Coal Company
Ed. Marsh
Mattie Marks
William T. Simpson
Ed Marks
Marka
Bimpson
Marsh
Columbia State
Mob Burns Negro and Wife at Stake in Mississippi
Doddeville Mise Feb 7 Luther Holbert and wife are burned at the stake by a mob of over 1,000 for the killing of Jamon Eastland a white planter and John Carr a negro on Eastland plantation two miles from this city The killings stem from a Wednesday morning confrontation at Eastlands plantation Holbert and Winters were in Carrs cabin when Eastland ordered Holbert to leave A fight followed Eastland was fatally wounded Carr killed Winters A large posse pursued Holbert and his wife for over 100 miles until captured near Shepherdstown They were brought to Doddeville and cremated by the mob near the negro church The dead include James Maitland white planter and John Winters killed by Eastland authorities report three unknown negroes also killed by posses and Eastland Carr and Winters victims in the ensuing chase The episode concludes a week of deadly violence in the region with no further arrests reported
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Groos
Jamon Eastland
John Carr
Ersteland Plantation
Hubert
Mississippi
Ite Hssay
Eastland
Carr
Winters
Holbert
Shepherdstown
Doddeville
For Rent Parsonage and Property at Heath Springs
Public rental notice for the Methodist parsonage and adjacent property at Heath Springs. Applications directed to A. H. Duncan KB Mackey or H. H. Horton, Heath Springs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heath Spring
A. H. Duncan
KB. Mackey
H. H. Horton
Heath Springs
Diplomatic Rift Deepens as Japan Moves to Break Ties
Tokio reports that severing relations with Russia marks a four step move toward war. Foreign Minister Komura notified Baron Roshen of Japan's resolve to cut all ties amid broken promises. Japan plans to publicly define its stance and issue a new statement tonight followed by potential seizure of Ceres on Monday as Russia signals noninterference.
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Tokio
Russia
Japan
Rusia
Komura
Baron de Bosen
Worelyn
Ceres
Baltimore Fire Subdued After 28 Hours of Flames
Firemen from many cities battled through darkness to finally check a devastating blaze that swept 140 acres in Baltimore. Losses are estimated between 75 and 125 million dollars, with building damage around 150 million. no lives were lost though one fireman from York, Pa, was badly burned.
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Baltimore
Mven
Aine
Devoe Paint Ad From Plainfield Firm
A promotional letter to B J Witherspoon promotes Devoe lead and zinc paint. It argues a business model around painting houses that burn and those that don’t, claims superior coverage, costs, and longevity, and cites AM Griffin of Plainfield NJ and Aaron Higus’s paint usage as endorsements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. J. Witherspoon Lancaster
Devoe
AM Griffin
Plainfield, NJ
Aaron Higus
Plain Field
Amers Mutual Life Insurance Entrance Fee Offer
Amers Mutual Life Insurance offers a reduced entrance fee of 42000 dollars to attract 1000 members. From now until March 15 1904 entrants pay 1 25 with one death assessment and medical examination, apply to A Cook or Boney Muninger, Yorkville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amers' Mutual Life Insurance Company
Tia
MO A. Cook
BONEY
Muninger
Yorkville
Dentist J E Rutledge Calls for Settlement of Debts
All persons indebted to me are requested to call at once and settle. J. E. Rutledge, Dentist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Rutledge
New Year Greeting Extends Customer Appreciation Offer
A local business thanks customers for liberal patronage and announces an extended time to reciprocate for past kindness, signaling a promotional move to benefit patrons in the New Year.
Thirty Days Longer in Slaughtering Prices
A local retailer announces a month long sale to pass savings to customers. Overstocked clothing remains the focus as the store emphasizes exclusive sales and reduced prices to attract buyers.
Strouse & Bros High Art Clothing Ad Promises Fit and Guarantee
An advertisement touts Strouse and Bros high art clothing claiming best fit with a written guarantee for new suits if fading or loss of shape occurs. It notes thorough pre-shrink testing, 30 day cut prices, and a promise to replace unsatisfactory goods. Also markets Douglas and Godman line shoes with a solid leather build and guaranteed replacement if not as shown.
Hats and millinery closing out at low prices
An old-time store advertises hats and soft bosom shirts at cost, a sample lot to take away, millinery with few items left to close out cheaply, and groceries of all kinds at bargain prices. They thank customers for past patronage and hope for continued support.
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the Ledger
Thurlow
Gan
Marks
Laws
Negro
Luther Holbert
Tor
Newgrees
James Maitland
Slolbert
John Winters
Hospital Siste
Jacob Ingiefritz
York, Pa
Strouse & Bros. High Art Clothing
Douglas and
Godman
Teall Banking & Mere
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