Latimer on Negroes in Office Sparks South debate
Senator elect A C Latimer states that Roosevelt may appoint qualified Negroes but objects to appointing simply because of race. The piece notes white opposition to Black officeholders and recalls a North Carolina liquor licensing case. Also report on the Taylor building fire at the Insane Hospital in Columbia with $20,000 loss and $12,000 insurance. An ad promotes Laxative Bromo Quinine.
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A. C. Latimer
South Carolina
Baltimore
Roosevelt
South
Latimer
North Carolina
Charlotte Observer
News and Courier
Columbia
Taylor
Hospital For
Marshal Adams Confirmed by Senate
In a brief executive session the Senate confirmed Marshal Adams's nomination. The move came alongside Dr. Crum's nomination and was reported with a favorable recommendation from the judiciary committee. Senator Tillman attended but did not object, and no roll call was held.
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Washington
Marshal Adams
Senate
Dr. Crum
Judiciary
Tillman
Laxative Bromo Quinine C4 Signature Mystery
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Laxative Bromo Quinine and a C4 signature from every box, implying a tainted remedy claim for curing a cold in one day. The text combines product name with an ominous note about signatures, lacking verifiable details or context.
Nothing Doing Much
The Columbia Record notes neither legislative branch is ready to work and will not convene until next week. Many bills have been introduced but committees have not reported, leaving members with little to do. The House had a short session and addressed routine business and minor bills. the Senate met briefly with a few notable items.
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House
Senate
Cotton Reaches Nine Cents in Charlotte Market
Cotton hits 9 cents in Charlotte for first time since May 1902 with 17 bales on market yesterday. Highest price paid 9 cents, a record high since May 1 last year when 9.75 was paid. Receipts at 9 cents were 17 bales vs 70 bales at 5 cents a year ago.
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Charlotte
Charlotte Observer
Centenarian Judie Wilson Dies at 103 in Chester County
Judie Wilson, a centenarian described as Chester County’s oldest inhabitant, died on Monday and was buried at Jackson Cemetery yesterday. Born August 1800, she lived at A Q Flenniken's place and cared for Col Wilson in her youth. Old age claimed her after a long life reported by the Chester Lantern.
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Judie Wilson
Jackson Cemetery
Chester County
Col. Wilson
A. Q. Flenniken
Chester
Tillman Silent Amid Inquest Restart Plans
Col J H Tillman in jail on murder charges but silent to the public as inquest set to resume at 8 pm tomorrow. Crowds visit Gonzales grave at Elmwood Cemetery. John J McMahan urges a monument for Gonzales.
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Columbia
S.A
J. H. Tillman
Gonzales
Elmwood Cemetery
John J. McMahan
One-Horse Hog Farm Experiment In McConnellville
Yorkville Enquirer notes J. Frank Ashe of McConnellville plans a one-horse farm to raise pig feed this year. Ashe is regarded as a progressive farmer whose trial will attract close local interest. In Pittsfield mass the motorman who hit Roosevelt bodyguard carriage is jailed six months. Euclid Madden pleads guilty. James T. Kelly’s case record.
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J. Frank Ashe
McConnellville
Ashe
Yorkville Enquirer
Pittsfield
Mass
Euclid Madden
James T. Kelly
William Craig
Roosevelt
Madden
House of Correction
Kelly
Tease
Editor Gonzales Death Marks Call for Tougher Murder Enforcement
The Slain and the Slayer notes Columbia State editor N G Gonzales died after being shot on the State Capital street. The piece condemns the slaying, calls for swift justice, and urges South Carolina to renew enforcement of murder laws. It reflects on justice delays and the need for society to back lawful punishment.
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N. G. Gonzales
Columbia State
Gonzales
Lillman
Mr. Tillman
South Carolina
Tragedy In Kentucky Over Children Quarrel Ends In Fatal Shootings
Paducah Kentucky January 20 Ware Ren Woodward a farmer eight miles from the city was shot and killed last night by James Cowan a resident of a shanty boat. The men had quarreled over a dispute between children and the fatal encounter followed.
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Paducah, Ky
Wareren Woodward
James Cowan
Eczema Cure Promised by Botanic Blood Balm Trial
Advertises B. B. B as a free trial for eczema relief claiming purified blood ends itching and sores. Promises skin clarity and free medical advice with testimonials. Offers to send free treatment prepaid by writing to Blood Balm Co Atlanta Ga. Over 3000 cures cited.
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Blood Balm CO
Atlanta
Heyward Takes The Oath as South Carolina Governor
Colleton County native Captain D C Heyward was inaugurated noon today in the South Carolina House chamber. Ex Governor Sheppard presided as officials took the oath and new officers were sworn in, with Heyward signing the Secretary of State’s commission and beginning his first term.
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Columbia
S. C
D. C. Heyward
Colleton County
House of Representatives
First Womanhood
South Carolina
Joint Assembly
John G. Sheppard
Edgefield
State Senate
Heyward
Miles B. McSweeney
Y. J. Pope
Eugene B. Gary
Ira B. Jones
Senate
House
Sheppard
Pope
Executive Department
O. B. Martin
R. H. Jennings
John D. Frost
Heywards
Notice of Discharge for H A M Steele Estate
Notice is given that on February 7 1903 administrator Joan H Steere will file final return and settlement and apply to Probate Court Lancaster County South Carolina for final discharge as such administrator Lancaster South Carolina May 6 1903 Pay your subscription to the Lepoer and be happy.
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A. D
H. A. M. Steele
County of Lancaster
S. C
Joan H. Steere
Lancaster
Scott's Emulsion for chronic weakness and thinness
The ad describes chronic sickly people as “walking sick” who are too weak for bed but need Scott's Emulsion. It claims the product builds new flesh, rich blood, and strengthens nerves, restoring appetite and energy during illness and beyond.
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Scott
Notice on 1903 license tax and dog tax
The notice warns that the 1903 license tax for all listed occupations must be paid in advance and that operating without payment is a criminal offense. It also announces a dog tax effective January 1 1903, with dogs off premises without proof of tax liable to be taken up and killed after 36 hours. Mayor R. E. Wrz signs the notice dated December 30 1902.
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R. E. Wrz
Lancaster
RE. Wyre
C.D. Jones
Seber
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