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Newspaper
The Lancaster Ledger
Location
Lancaster, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1900
Page
2
The Legislature moves toward public road welfare with a bill setting minimum tire widths for wagons and specifying axle dimensions. The act imposes fines from five to fifteen dollars or up to eighty days’ hard labor for violations, with exemptions and transitional provisions.
A State special reports the death of Rev. Benjamin Allston formerly of St. John's Episcopal Church here. He died at 7 o'clock tonight at age 67 after years of ill health and heart disease. He had been confined for about two months, enduring great suffering. He was appointed Postmaster at Rock Hill on January 16.
By virtue of an order dated October 27, 1899, Jule oF W Bas ehman will sell at a public auction at Lawrence House during legal hours on the first Monday in February, 1900, the described tract in Lancaster County containing 294 acres, conveyed to Chaentee Raster by Kilte n Brown by deed dated Bey s7ih. Purchaser pays all necessary taxes and revenue stamps. Wylie, Piff's Atty.
Washington DC January reports portray Representative Finley of South Carolina as a promising new member likely to become a strong figure in the delegation. Though new to Congress, he has solid legislative background and favorable traits, with a noted voice and speaking ability, gaining favor among Washington correspondents. A separate item notes John Jackson, a colored railway worker, killed near Spartanburg while moving a box car at about 11 pm Monday.
Special to The State from Greenville June 16 ministers including Drs Seo Preston Wid Langston and DW Key named on week two jury list. Exemption questions surface as legality debated. commissioners defend selection seeking best men, noting exemption not disqualifying per supreme court. Union lawyer Collin Manto dies in Florida and is returned home for interment.
In Lancaster District on a court date, Mrs M Bird seeks letters of administration for the estate of George T L Bird. The judge orders the heirs and kin to appear at Lancaster probate court on a specified Wednesday to show cause why administration should not be granted.
Promises better mules and larger stock, inviting frequent visits to the stables to judge quality and prices. Claims strong business ethics, guarantees satisfaction, and thanks patrons for support while aiming to continue operations.
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