Waxhaw township notes and local tales in July 1900
The Waxhaw area faces heat and changing demography as census data show a population drop since 1880. Thurlow S. Carter reflects on white and colored communities, church and school buildings, and the need for thrifty settlers to revitalize the land. He recounts visits from salesmen and a heated exchange about home appliances and religious readings.
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J M Nisbet
WJ Crenshaw
Waxhaw Township
Waxhaws
Jackson
Old Hickory
South Carolina
Optimus
An Enjoyable Evening With Lancaster Teachers
Ledger reports a pleasant Lancaster county teachers evening at Mr Jobo T Green’s home. Guests enjoyed hospitable hosting, supper at 10 o’clock, and soft music as Professor Baker and Miss Chandler greeted attendees amid cheerful chatter.
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Jobo T Green
Lancaster County
Prohibition debate in Southern Christian Advocate
The article rails against prohibition opponents and argues for enforcement and state control over liquor. It cites Maine as proof of prohibition success, defends dispensary policies, and urges Greenville County voters to decide in the primary on prohibition, local option, and dispensary measures. It emphasizes law enforcement, political support for prohibition, and the likely legislative impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine
Tribble
Neal Dow
South Carolina
Marlboro
J.C. W
Greenville County
Solicitor Candidate THOS F edow Announces Bid
THOS F edow announces candidacy for Solicitor of the Sixth Judicial Circuit subject to the Democratic Primary rules. He pledges to uphold the primary results and discharge duties if elected, urging voters to renominate the officeholder Jak Henry as relevant context.
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Twill
Solleitor
Sisile
Jak Henry
Demos
Thos
Edow
Hunter Announces Candidacy for Sheriff Under Democratic Rules
The friends of Capt John P Hunter announce his candidacy for Sheriff under Democratic party rules. They cite his past tenure as Sheriff as a confident guarantee of his future administration if elected. Many voters express support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John P . Hunter
Hunter
Candidate announcements for county offices and education post
A reader-typed notice presents multiple candidates for county auditor and county superintendent of education. EC Croxton, R Baxter Blackwon, Profac Rowell are named as candidates subject to Democratic primary rules, with pledges to uphold results and duties in education.
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oMee
EC Croxton
R Baxter Blackwon
Mer
Profac Rowell
Candidacies for House of Representatives Announced
Voters hear declarations from candidates in Lancaster County for the House of Representatives. R O L Hicklin, Barry Foster, and others declare their runs or reelection bids, pledging to abide by the Democratic primary results.
Porter seeks reelection Clerk of Court Lancaster County
Democratic primary nominating notice announces PORTER for re election as Clerk of Court with gratitude for past support. Friends also announce Joseph F Gregory as a candidate for Clerk of the Court, subject to the Democratic primary outcome.
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Gardner
Jessewman
Young
Ound
Lancaster County
Nat
Wsl
Porter
Joseph F Gregory
Farmers Institute at Clemson College Starts Aug 13 1900
Dr Hartzog announces Clemson College hosts the annual farmers institute from August 13 through a full week. Railroads offer a one fare rate. meals and lodging are affordable, tents available, and many speakers from abroad and Clemson faculty will present. The event promises practical insights for progressive farmers and a chance to see cattle, dairying, fruit culture, and crops on campus grounds.
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Farmers’ Institute
Clemson College
Clemson
Mount Wine
Sea
A Chance for Real Estate from T M Fitzpatrick & Bro
Any party desiring to purchase real estate from T M Fitzpatrick and Bro can obtain prices and terms by contacting The Ledger editor. The Fitzpatricks offer desirable farms and improved town property, presenting a fine chance for moderate means buyers to own a home.
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T M Fitzpatrick & Bro
Messrs Fitzpatrick
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Democratic
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Tam
WO Oauthen
Couny
LJ Perry
Nave
Shnaunes
Joek Cook
Ernest Backman
JE Blackmon
RH App
Manounee bin Hint Ae
W Q Caskey
Caskey
House OF Representatives
Rol. Hicklin
Tun
Barry Foster
Muriage
Tancaster County
Hamel
CC Horton
Friends of
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Lin
Buford Township
JB Funderburk
The
Hartzog Willl
Atlanta
Elliott
Virginia
Paris
T. H. Davis
Lancaster Bakery
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