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Newspaper
The Lancaster Ledger
Location
Lancaster, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1904
Page
2
Monroe Enquirer notes relief as neighbors celebrate a dry outcome citing the community’s success in banning liquor sales. The editorial argues prohibition reduces crime and social harm, while acknowledging illegal sales may persist and blind tigers will attempt to replace licensed bartenders.
Mr Frank Houston president of the A and M College of Texas visited over the weekend staying with his brother and others. He spoke of buying machinery in Boston and staying with family in Darlington South Carolina. He projected a Texas cotton crop of about three and a quarter to three and a half million bales despite the boll weevil, noting larger plantings and improved farming.
Monroe Journal reports Tom Hurt, once a skilled mechanic and well regarded in youth, died yesterday morning at his small east of town shack. His life was collapsed by whiskey, leaving him a miserable, dependent figure with a stubborn pride that kept him from the eastern settlements, living with a faithful companion in a dilapidated place.
The home team rallied in the seventh inning to score seven runs, turning a tight contest into a spirited win. The game drew attention as players from Camiden and the Mill teat faced off, with spectators noting the lively play and strong pitching.
St Louis July 6 The Democratic National Convention heard a long speech by temporary chairman John Sharp Williams then adjourned after hours fifty minutes. Cleveland’s name drew unprecedented cheers while Bryan was met with silence breaking the party’s quiet. The gathering erupted when Williams cited Cleveland era doctrine, reviving old divisions and prompting widespread demonstrations.
St Louis July 7 The Democratic national convention adopted the committee reports on rules credentials and permanent organization. Speaker William Jennings Bryan urged defeating the committee report but the minority report was rejected 640 to 228. Champ Clark named permanent chairman, gave a lengthy press speech. The day featured noisy proceedings and no nominations.
A local advert promises aggressive competition by cutting prices below rivals and delivering honest value. The message stresses fair advertising, low profits, and integrity while promoting Godman and Drew-Selby shoes as standout offerings to attract customers.
Shoe advertisement boasts solid leather sole and counter with double toe tip and a promise to replace any faulty pair. It alleges rivals use pasteboard and mocks competitors while claiming cow leather, not pasteboard, in their product. Targets the soiled reputation of a rival named Douglas tine and an eagle metaphor.
A local store advertises deep discounts on winter weight clothing including Strouse & Bros garments with a written guarantee against fading or shrinking. The message notes overstock and invites inspections of stock, claiming a dominant clothing trade presence. Alongside, Nation department offers groceries and a range of goods at low prices, thanking patrons for past support.
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