Senator McLaurin defense of his treaty praised in Yorkville Enquirer
The Yorkville Enquirer praises Senator McLaurin for defending the Chinese treaty and his positions on U S involvement in China. The editorial predicts that his stance preserved American military reach in the Philippines and China, and notes ongoing political shifts in South Carolina races with Col Hoyt gaining support. The piece also mentions Sumter figures and local outlooks on gubernatorial prospects and dispensary policy.
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McLaurin
United States
China
Senate
Spartanburg
Philippines
South Carolina
McLauren
Yorkville Enquirer
Bryan Nominated for President at Democratic Convention
The Democratic National Convention opened in Kansas City with James K. Jones presiding and William Jennings Bryan named as the presidential nominee after intense debate over the silver platform. The hall filled with 20 000 delegates as a massive Bryan portrait and waving banners sparked a jubilant demonstration.
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Kansas City
James K Jones
Democratic National Committee
Reed
Kev
Neale
Bryan
Thomas
Walsh
Iowa
Wm Jennings Bryan
Nebraska
United States
Final tribute to the leader ends with Bryan nomination speeches
Crowds recall past demonstrations with heightened intensity as they pay tribute to the leader. After the display finishes the event proceeds with speeches endorsing Mr Bryan’s nomination.
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Bryan
Tacoma Train Car Disaster Leaves Nearly Sixty Dead
A streetcar rail accident in Tacoma Washington at Twenty sixth and C streets killed many and injured dozens when the car plunged a hundred feet into a gulch shortly after 8 am. Rescue crews recovered at least thirty six bodies while the death toll was expected to rise with many injured unable to recover.
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Col Hoyt
Gary
Hoyt
McSweeney
McSweeney Stock
Gary Stock
Sumter
Sumter Watchman
Southern
Tacoma
Relief in Six Tour Kidney Cure Claim
Relief in six hours from distressing kidney and bladder disease by New Great South American Kidney Cure. The remedy promises prompt relief of bladder kidney and back pain with immediate reduction of water retention. Sold by J F Mackey & Co Druggist Lancaster 80.
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J F Mackey & Co
Lancaster
Admiral Philip’s Unifying Resolve at Brooklyn Navy Yard
The Columbia Record recalls John W. Philip removing a rusty iron plaque reading Taken from the rebel ram Mississippi. He ordered scraping off rebel and declared no rebels exist, no North or South, reflecting his character. Philip was beloved in the Navy.
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John W Philip
Brooklyn Navy Yard
Mississippi
Jack
Philip
Columbia Record
Emperor and Empress Die by Own Action in Shanghai
Shanghai reports the emperor died by poison under compulsion and the empress dowager and Prince Tuan also took poison. The emperor’s death is confirmed by the German consul, while the empress dowager and Prince Tuan are said to be alive but possibly insane from the drug's effects.
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Shanghai
Prince Tuan
Eminent Kidney and Bladder Specialist Advertises Swamp Root
The pitch promotes Dr. Kilmer's Swamp Root as a true specific for kidney and urinary troubles. It claims many deaths stem from kidney disease and Bright's Disease, and offers sample bottles and a booklet by mail from Dr. Kilmer & Co. in Binghamton New York.
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Bright
Kilmer
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N.Y
Oregon Republicans Lose Anti Negro Amendment Vote
In Oregon a proposed constitutional amendment repealing a ban on free Black people was defeated amid broader North South tensions. The Record notes Northern sympathy for the Black population while white Southern interests are opposed. Nearby Tennessee cotton planters reportedly place large turkey orders to save crops as grasshoppers appear in them.
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Oregon
South
Tennessee
Candidate for Solicitor of the Sixth Judicial Circuit
Thom s F McDow announces candidacy for Solicitor of the Sixth Judicial Circuit subject to Democratic primary results. Henry J K also indicates candidacy under the same rules and pledges to uphold the primary outcome and duties if elected.
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Sixth Judicial Circuit
J K, Henry
Sixth Circuit
W. C. Hough
Thos. F. McDow
Democratic Primary Candidate Declarations
A series of declarations from individuals announcing candidacy for the House of Representatives and Legislature. Names referenced include RL Hicklin and J Harry Foster, indicating submission under Democratic Primary rules and commitment to accept primary outcomes. The text preserves multiple candidacy statements and pledge to abide by the primary results.
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House of Representatives
RL. Hicklin
J. Harry Foster
Joseph F Gregory Seeks Clerk of Court Nomination
A broad group of friends announces Joseph F Gregory as a candidate for the office of Clerk of the Court. The run is subject to the outcome of the Democratic Primary.
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Joseph F . Gregory
Ernest Backmon
Friends Nominating C Horton Sr For Coroner Post
The many friends of C Horton Sr announce his candidacy for the office of Coroner, subject to the rules of the election. The notice signals support from local supporters and emphasizes adherence to official procedures.
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Edictor
Juno A Cook
C Horton, Sr
Coroner Primary Result Pledged by Candidate
R Young pledges to abide by the outcome of the primary as he seeks reelection to the coroner’s office.
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Democ
C Croxton
R. Young
Candidate for Reelection as Lancaster County Clerk
A declarative notice of candidacy for reelection as Lancaster County Clerk. The author expresses appreciation for supporters and tokens received, announcing intent to run in the upcoming primary under applicable rules.
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Erodnes
Eith
Lancaster County
Condition of the New Cotton Crop This Week
The weekly cotton and crop bulletin reports July 2 conditions across the state. Rain and heat left ground overly wet in many areas, hurting cultivation and boosting weed growth. cotton overall poor due to moisture and lice, with sea island cotton in good shape. Some bottoms flooded, corn damaged, and late corn on stubble thriving.
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Congeree
Wateree
Pee Dee
Lexington
Edge~ Field
Saluda
Greenwood Counties
Sea Island
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