Democratic Lawyers Seek Federal Judge Post In South Carolina
The Ledger reports a surge of Democratic lawyers pressing for a new Federal Judgeship in South Carolina. Sheriff Johnny Hunter refused to permit his name to be used for the marshalship, citing past Republican service and personal respect for McKinley. The House, by 68 to 31, repealed the half mill tax funding dispensaries. Foster denounced it as anti democratic and vowed to mobilize counties to vote out the dispensary, criticizing system costs and corruption.
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Thetate
White House
Sherif Johony Hunter
Cleveland
Sone
William McKinley
House of Representatives
Foster
Lancaster
Rock Hill
Cows killed by train along local rail line
Three cows were killed and a fourth had a broken leg when struck by a train on the Charlotte, Monroe and Columbia line Saturday afternoon. The animals belonged to Mr R. J. Rorie, who lives a short distance from town.
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Jefferson
Monroe
Wreck The Wires Weather Disrupts Southern Telegraphs
Rain and sleet sweep from the Ohio River to New Orleans as wire communications collapse. Areas across the Central Gulf face warm rain later, delaying business from Chattanooga to Atlanta and causing widespread outages in Mississippi, Arkansas, Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Georgia, and Kentucky for a month. Large repair crews are needed and workers scarce.
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Louisville
Ohio River
New Orleans
Gulf Region
Ohio
Chattanooga
Atlanta
Mississippi
Arkansas
Texas
Louisiana
Florida
Georgia
Kentucky
Privy Council Rules for Green and Gaynor Return
London February 8 The Privy Council issued a decision favorable to the United States in the Green and Gaynor case. Green and Gaynor, tied to Capt. O M Carter in Savannah harbor frauds, fled to Canada. The ruling allows their return to the United States for arrest.
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London
United States
Privy Council
Green and Gaynor
Green
Gaynor
O. M. Carter
Savannah Harbor
Canada
One Day With Whiskey in Yorkville
Special to News and Courier from Yorkville reports a surge in drunkenness and arrests Saturday, exceeding levels seen during the month the rum mill was closed. Monday brought Mayor's Court fines around seventy dollars.
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News and Courier
Yorkville
Pleased With Prohibition In Gaffney After Two Months
Gaffney reports two months of prohibition with improved conditions and reduced police fines by 75 percent. Disorderly conduct fines nearly vanished while remaining offenses target whiskey sales and illegal transportation. Mayor Gaffney and Chief Lockhart lead an effective effort, quelling earlier calls for harsher measures.
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News and Courier
Gaffney
Cotton Ginned in 1904 Up to Jan 16 Reaches 12.9 Million Bales
A census bureau report shows 12,767,600 bales ginned from 1904 growth to Jan 16, plus running bale total of 12,912,312. Gins count 30,221 establishments, with 824 not reporting. Final county and weight data due March 25.
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Washington
Census Bureau
Sea Island
Exemption Sought for Home Associations in Taxes
In Lancaster and Camden the building and loan associations announce disbanding plans as heavy taxation burdens them. Taxes paid by one association exceed other expenses including salaries, prompting liquidation of stock. Advocates urge lawmakers to exempt these associations, arguing they’ve built communities and increased taxable values more than recent dog fight bills. Camden Messenger.
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Camden
Building and Joan Association
Camden Messenger
Fire alarm at Springstein mill causes minor dye room damage
A Friday night alarm at the Springstein mill around midnight triggered a response but limited damage occurred in the dye room, according to Unester Lantern.
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Springstein
Heath Banking successor offers low prices and fair deals
Listing its division of stock after liquidation of Heath Banking and Mercantile Co. the successor announces renewed stores with departments for groceries furnishings dry goods and millinery and invites the public to shop with great inducements for Bargain seekers
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Heath Banking & Mercantile CO
Jas. M. Heath
Gent
Shoes on bargain counter at first cost
In the Next Thirty Days we offer new shoes from Drew Selby Godman and other makes at first cost after many broken boxes during moving. These are fresh stock not old goods and represent a clean sweep of Spring Shoes for buyers.
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Drew-Selby
Godman
Great Reduction Sale on Suits for Spot Cash
A local store advertises abundant clothing and urges customers to buy any suit at actual cost for cash. The message promises significant bargains and invites an inspection to confirm the selection and prices, noting the staff are too busy to list details. Strong emphasis on the sale, cash terms, and immediate action.
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Lancaster County
Richards
Kershaw
Earth
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Foley
Fanderbork Pharmacy
Joan Associa
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Heath-Jones Company
Rarugags
Jone Company
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