Negro Excursionists Robbed in Charlotte in Fake Premium Scheme
A pair of Kershaw men on an excursion to Charlotte were robbed by two local crooks, Williams and Henderson. Thompson fell for a premium scam using printed cards and cash changes, and Roberton also targeted by the same man. Williams later confessed as Charles Jones and both offenders were arrested and sentenced to 60 and 30 days. The item also notes local civic updates from Kershaw including school trustee actions and a death in town.
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Charlotte
Jim Robertson
Ish Thompson
Kershaw Darkies
Queen City
Mange
Williams
Ben Henderson
Observer
Thompson
South Carolina
Smith & Wesson
Henderson
Farrington
Shields
Charles Jones
Ten Years In Bed Kidney Cure Testimony
R A Gray of Oakville Jod writes about a decade confined to bed by kidney disease. He sought top medical care without relief until Foley's Kidney Cure was recommended. He calls it a Godsend and credits strong improvement. Eugene Fundebrurk.
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R.A. Gray
J. Z
Oakville, Jod
Foley
Teachers Attend Summer School at Rock Hill
About two hundred teachers are attending the summer school at Rock Hill, engaging in instructional sessions, workshops, and collaborative learning activities. The program focuses on improving classroom practices and student outcomes.
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Rock Hill
Shot Down While Sitting At Supper
Special to The State reports a brutal murder in Norway with Jobo T Phillips shot in the back of the head while dining with his family. A 9 year old girl and 11 year old boy were wounded by the same shot. Phillips was a respected local white man. Authorities note previous trouble with several Negroes but no provocation for the slaying is established.
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Norway
Jobo T Phillips
Phillips
Lowry Captured After Murder Charge In Shelby
Jim Lowry, a coal miner from Fairmont, West Virginia, was arrested in Athens, Ohio, on a tip from Sheriff Joliff and charged with the murder of R. C. Jones, chief of police of Shelby, Nebraska, about two years ago. A $700 reward had been offered. Lowry was taken to Shelby for legal proceedings.
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Fairmont
W. Va
Dispatch
Washington Post
Jim Lowry
Athens
Ohio
Joliff
R. C. Jones
Shelby
Bucklen's Arnica Salve promoted for injuries
An advertisement urges readers to stock Bucklen's Arnica Salve for burns cuts and wounds. It cites relief from accidental injuries while noting availability at Crawford Bros J K Mackey Co and Engen Fanderburk Drug Store in a remote living context.
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Bucklen
Crawford Bros . J. K. Mackey & Co
Engen Fanderburk
Cotton Receipts Plot Price At City Platform
Receipts at the city cotton platform totaled four bales with a price of 13 5 8 cents. The seller was Mr. C. Howard of Providence township. Week ending yesterday shows five bales, compared with 115 bales the prior year. Last year’s price stood at 950 vents.
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City Cotton Platform
C. Howard
Providence Township
Charlotte Observer
Adams Temperance Law Constitutional Validation
The Supreme Court ruled the Adams temperance law constitutional, enacted by the last legislature. Only eight towns in the state remain exempt from the law's operation, affecting enforcement across Nashville and other areas.
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Nashville
Supreme Court
SANNER SALVE McKinley Monument Endowment Drive
The American public quickly subscribed to the McKinley monument fund and reached the $500,000 goal. An additional $100,000 is sought as an endowment to care for and preserve the monument.
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Association
Beckham Sets Breathitt County Stand on Martial Law Limits
Governor Beckham released a lengthy statement stating that he cannot declare martial law or try suspects by court martial in Breathitt county. He denounced northern yellow journalism and said he has done all to curb lawlessness, criticizing rivals for political gain over the murders. Buckham denies pardoning 27 Breathitt county criminals. Witness Haddick, who testified about the arson in Ewen Hotel, has disappeared amid threats and guard removals as grand jury convenes July 20.
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Frankfort
Beckham
Breathitt County
Breathitt
Jackson
Gray Haddick
Crawford
Tharp
Hargis
Ewen
Haddick
Startling Kvidunch Testimony for Dr King’s Discovery
Startling testimonial notes Dr King’s New Discovery as unequaled for coughs colds and lung ailments. A Virginia user reports cure of three year chronic bronchitis after trial bottles, with claims of effectiveness against consumption pneumonia and grip. Trial bottle offered free. medicines priced 60c and 1.00 at local druggists.
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Dr. King
T. J. McFarland
Funderburk Pharmacy
Crawford Bros
J. F. Mackey & Co
Kidney and bladder cure promise by Engeno Funderbork
Lamia asserts Foley's Kidney Cure cures all kidney and bladder diseases and warns readers of consequences if they do not use it. The message attributes the claim to Engeno Funderbork.
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Foley
Dispenser funds allocated to county schools in brief
Comptroller general issues warrants totaling about 80 000 to county treasurers as part of dispensary profits. The first row lists amounts going to counties to cover the deficiency ensuring each school district in every county receives at least 75 per year. The second row shows the total amount each county will receive.
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Oath County
Dr King’s New Life Pills Offer Quick Headache Relief
The ad claims Dr King’s New Life Pills cure sick and nervous headaches by purging to purify blood and build health. Sold for 35 cents with money back if not cured, by Crawford Bros J F Mackey Co and T Eugene Fund burk Druggist.
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Dr. King
Crawford Bros
J. F. Mackey &Co
T. Eugene Funderburk
County Board to elect two dispensers in Lancaster County
The Lancaster County Board of Control will meet at Lancaster courthouse on July 3 1908 in the County Supervisor’s office to elect two dispensers for the Lancaster courthouse dispensary and the Ker shaw dispensary. J E W Haine chairman of the County Road Board of Control June 1 1903.
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County Board of Control
Lancaster County
Lancaster Court House
Kershaw
J.E W. Haine
Chrm
Co. Rd
Con
Lancaster County pistol and rifle sales require license
Notice from IL J Perry County Supervisor states it is illegal for any person or corporation within Lancaster County to sell or offer for sale pistol, rifle cartridge or pistol cartridge without a license from the County Board of Commissioners.
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Lancaster County
County Board of Commissioners
J, Perry
Bridge Let Letting Bid Invitation Near Flat Creek Shoreh
The county will let the contract to the lowest responsible bidder on Monday June 29 1903 at 11 am to build a bridge across Dry Creek near Flat Creek Shoreh. Plans and specifications will be available at the letting. The right to reject any or all bids is reserved. L J Perry County Supervisor.
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Dry Creek
Flat Creek
L. J. Perry
Bee Hive Cheap Store Promises Big Summer Bargains
The Bee Hive promises deep cuts on white goods and dress fabrics with 40 inch Lawns and Persian Lawns at fractions of their usual price. A broad selection includes Dimities, Silk Mull, Calicoes, Lisle Vests, Hose, belts, waists, corsets, Wash Silks, dress shirts, and discounted pants aimed at Lancaster and surrounding shoppers.
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Peple
Lancaster
Barker
Hamburg
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J. E. W. Haile
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L.arlevia
W. T. Cuntoe
Lowry
Adams Temperance Law Constitutional
Gov. Beckham
Buchanan
Jas. H. Tillman
Mexico
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Las Esperanzas
Mexico Coal and Jake Company
Lamia
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Darlington
Dorchester
Edgefield
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Greenwood
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Horry
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