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Newspaper
The Lancaster Ledger
Location
Lancaster, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1904
Page
1
J W Hamel and T Y Williams announce candidacy for the U S House of Representatives in the Fifth Congressional District. Williams seeks re election under Democratic primary rules. Hamel also declares for the same House seat under Democratic party guidelines.
John P. Hunter seeks reelection as Sheriff subject to Democratic primary approval. The message praises his record and urges support. Also named is Wes L. Porter for Clerk of Court seeking reappointment and J F Gregory announcing candidacy for the Clerk post under the same party rules.
A fragmented candidate notice in Lancaster County shows multiple figures declaring runs for county offices. Names include H Worton and J Wylie Porter with pledges to abide Democratic primary outcomes. The text references Auditor Treasurer and County Superintendent roles amid party rules.
A letter of thanks and resolve announces Mo Gardner as a candidate for county supervisor, stating commitment to the rules of the election and appealing to many voters for support. The notice indicates candidacy is subject to election rules and party processes.
For magistrate, candidate announces self at Lancaster G. HL, subject to primary election. WP Caskey.
New York July 11 Thome Ryan a Virginia delegate to the Democratic national convention retired to his home here from St Louis speaking on the convention and results He credits Judge Parker with reorganizing the party and uniting the solid south behind sound financial policy He praises Williams Carmack Pitman and others and says the solid south stands with conservative Democrats as the party enters a major campaign and a new era of leadership.
Advertisers deny claiming a cure for consumption but insist Foley's Honey and Tar relieves symptoms in early stages and provides comfort in severe cases. The product is marketed as the leading lung remedy sold by Fanderburk Pharmacy against substitutes.
Albany July 12 Former Senator David B Hill released an interview praising Judge Parker and the party's gold standard endorsement. He said the financial question remains in play and the Republicans are unable to derail the campaign, claiming the road to victory is now clear.
Elkins West Virginia July 12 Henry Dios Democratic vice presidential candidate continues relentless campaign pace. He and a Pittsburgh delegation will be hosted at Graceland in Davis County Seat on Saturday, with plans to attend the August 3 State convention at Parkersburg.
A reader from Verbena Alabama touts Bucklen's Avive for piles claiming 24 tumors cured, with ads for remedies sold by Crawford Bros and others. The Yorkville Enquirer notes the St Louis convention's stance on McLaurin Bryan and Free Silver, praising a shift toward conservatism and sanity, while urging caution about changing times.
Jacob Green, a young Black man living in a shanty on Prais Island plantation, was struck by lightning yesterday afternoon during a heavy rainstorm. He stood near a dove when the bolt hit and killed him.
Stubborn wage dispute triggers widespread walkouts in Chicago Kansas City Omaha and other packing centers. More than 45000 employees are affected with 15000 striking in Chicago alone. Reports describe orderly protests as women and young workers join the demonstrators amid concerns over food supply and meat prices. President Michael Donnelly notes the strike entering its second year.
The Apted Meet Cutter orkimen leader and Butchor engaged in a conversation this afternoon about the strike. He believed the strikers could withstand a siege given more than a year of strike funds on hand.
Charleston news recounts invitation to Senator Tillman to address the Democratic campaign gathering in Charleston on July 29 or 20 and notes acceptance would draw a large audience. The piece cites D L Sinkler, chairman of the county Democratic executive committee, and references Tillman’s recent leadership at the St Leo convention. Also included is a separate item on Guatemalan ants eradicating boll weevils in Texas crops and a favorable corn crop report.
A dispatch dated July 12 from Mukden claims a Japanese repulse at Port Arthur with 30 600 casualties and heavy defeat of the Japanese third army. The report cites Russian mine casualties and hints at intercepted telegraph, but officials have not confirmed details.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a clash at Port Arthur with casualties on both sides. The text mentions Japanese and a failed attempt, with references to Kai Chow and a report from the Star. Details are garbled, but the event suggests a costly engagement during a coastal siege.
A Manila cloudburst on July 13 devastated San June del Monte area. Two hundred lives lost and property damage totaling two million dollars. The storm produced seventeen inches of rain in four hours, flooding low lying districts and forcing residents to flee to higher ground.
A vintage advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as the busiest healthiest product, sold by Crawford Bros in a bold sales pitch. The copy emphasizes vitality and restless energy, presenting the pills as a powerful remedy.
Weerard secures nomination for a second term as governor. Lanham, a South Carolina figure, is mentioned in connection with the Texas election coverage.
A reader reports relief from a two year kidney ailment after using two bottles of a product sold by Funder ark harnwe Wane. The testimonial credits the remedy with a pur cure and mentions Roti, Davis of Mitev f Iu as the writer.
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