Highland Park Mill to add Rock Hill cotton mill
The Highland Park Mill Company plans a new cotton mill at Rock Hill costing 450600 dollars. A state health update reports 150 smallpox cases on Edisto Island with medical aid requested. The legislature may elect a new Chief Justice, with Pope likely to move up. several names are mentioned as contenders.
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Highland Park Mill Company
Rock Hill
McSweeney
DeLonach
Edisto Island
Eilisto Island
James Evans
State Board of Health
Melger
Iti
Pope
Gov. Sheppard
A. Woods
Marion
J. A. McCollough
Pon. F. Caldwell
Newberry
Griber and
Aldrich
Dudge Das. Aldrich
Bellinger
First Child Labor Bill Introduced in Senate
Senator Marshall introduced a child labor bill itemizing age limits and working hours. After May 1, 1903 no child under 10 may be employed in factories, after May 1, 1904 no child under 11, and after May 1, 1903 no child under 12 may work. Restrictions cover night hours and allowances for illness, with exceptions for widows and disabled fathers and provisions for summer employment for those who attend school and can read and write.
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Senate
Marshall
Cel. Marshall
The Secret of Long Life Promoted by Bitters
The advertisement claims long life comes from maintaining core organ health and regular body function. Electric Bitters are said to regulate stomach, liver, and kidneys, purify blood, and boost appetite, curing kidney troubles, nervous diseases, constipation, dyspepsia, and malaria. Crawford Bros and J F Mackey & Co sell it for 50 cents with a guarantee.
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Crawford Bros
J. F. Mackey & Co
Cruggist
Newspaper Bundle Offer From Ledger and News and Courier
A weekly Ledger and semi weekly News and Courier subscription deal runs for one year at 1 75 paid in advance.
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the Ledger
The
News and Courier
Woman Shoots Man in Macon Tragedy at Law Office
In Macon on June 12, Mrs. Effie Carson a telegraphy teacher shot and killed R. A. Rigsby a business college professor in the law office of Col. M. G. Bayne. After a private interview the two spoke briefly then five shots rang out. Rigsby died from head and chest wounds. Both are prominent local figures.
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Macon
R. A. Rigsby
Effie Carson
Businss College
Col. M. G. Bayne
Rigely
Mrs. Carson
Rigsby
Death of Chief Justice McIver Leaves Six Survivors
The historic secession convention’s survivors shrink to six after the death of Chief Justice McIver. Earlier losses included Rev. W. N. Campbell Captain John Kinsler and Chancellor WD Johnson. The remaining six are W. Spratt of Jacksonville Hon. Peter Stokes Cel Joseph Daniel Pope Dr James U H Carlisle Cel R.A. Thompson and R. C. Logan.
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Mc« Iver
W. N. Campbell
John , Kinsler
WD Johnson
Melver
W. Spratt
Jacksonville
Peter Stokes
Joseph Daniel Pope
James U H. Carlisle
R.A. Thompson
R. C. Losgan
State
Debtors Jail bill eyed by Spartanburg rep Mahatley
Greenwood Journal reports Representative Mahatley of Spartanburg is preparing a bill to jail debtors in the next legislature. The piece notes strong support for stricter creditor protections and hints at a shift toward a cash system, urging personal accountability for loan repayment.
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Mahatley
Spartanburg
West
Greenwood Journal
Prisoner leaps from moving train in town scare
Officers of the Taw arrested a wanted negro Sunday morning after he reportedly phoned in a disturbance during ticket checks. As Conductor Highe handled tickets the suspect leaped from the moving car and vanished as deputies pursued. Report notes the incident as Sibsevibe took Lascasr Lepork, 21.50 per annum.
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Taw
Highe
Southern
Sibsevibe
Lascasr Lepork
Anoum
Why Do So Many Cotton Mill Operatives Have Sallow Complexions
A Columbia reporter investigates sallow pale complexions among cotton mill operatives. The piece notes some workers are rosy while others pale, cites malaria prenatal climate and diet as possible causes, and recounts observations from Lancaster Graniteville and Sum mit areas. It argues mills are not sole cause and suggests better cooking education and a free dining option could improve nourishment for workers. January 10 is Leon birthday a legal holiday and legislature may visit Winthrop College.
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Columbia
Milla
Richland
Lancaster
Chesterfield
North Carolina
South Carolin
Uhis Mill
Mary Snipes
Chester County
Nettie Nyme
Will Kennington
Ada Nye
Miss Cure Gale
Theodore Starnes
Mamed Robinson
Ho Anill
Leon
Winthrop College
Columbia Record
Laxative Bromo Quinine Variant Mentions In Box Label
A scanned notice notes a variation in the Jbie signature appearing on every box of the genuine Laxative Bromo Quinine, correlating with the rené entry and cold in one day, reflecting a labeling discrepancy or counterfeit risk.
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Jbie
Rene Y
Botanic Blood Balms Cure for Skin Eruptions Adverts
An old style medical ad promotes Botanic Blood Balm as a cure for skin eruptions rashes and hair loss. It lists symptoms like pricks swelling sores and eczema and claims in editorial tone to purify blood and heal skin conditions with testimonials. The copy includes buy instructions and free book offers.
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Jake B
Baum CO
Avanta
BBM
Ordinance Imposes Annual Dog Tax Within Langaster Limits
A local ordinance establishes an annual tax on all dogs found within the town limits of Langaster, detailing assessment, collection and penalties for noncompliance. The measure aims to fund municipal animal control and welfare services.
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Langaster
Lancaster
R. E. Wye
C.D. Jones
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Beckham
Graniteville
Summit
South Carolina
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Atty At Law
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Chemost Co
Charleston
Irchmal-Carolins Submichl Company
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