County Line Survey Sparks Boundary Question
A newspaper letter questions the county commissioners of Lancaster and Kershaw about a survey that moved the Lan ter Kershaw line several hundred feet, potentially shifting taxable property worth $25 000 or more to Kershaw. The writer asks what authority a county board has to establish lines on its own motion and whether Lancaster could similarly appoint a surveyor to reestablish the line, urging court remedy if the line is wrong.
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County — Commissioners
Kershaw County
Lanter
Keshaw
Kershaw
Lancaster County
Hayes Sentenced to Hang in Greenville Murder Case
The white nun Hayes, convicted of murdering his young wife, faces execution at Valhalla on October 14. Judge Townsend presided, and this marks a second sentencing after two trials in General Sessions. A mistrial earlier split jurors on death versus mercy before a Supreme Court remand.
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Greenville
Walh Thui
Supreme Court
Townsend
la Sintence
Woodmen Lose Decision in Suit Over Injury Claim
S. W. Mitchell sued the Woodmen of the World claiming a goat used during initiation caused permanent injury. The lower court awarded $1,000. the supreme court affirmed, upholding the verdict against the organization. The case drew nationwide attention to secret societies and initiation practices.
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Ville
S. W. Mitchell
Woodman
Jas. W. Lesch
Supreme Court
SC State Press Association Caps Parker Victory Wishes
The South Carolina State Press association passes a resolution sending hearty congratulations to Parker and expressing support for the ticket in the November race. The note mentions Foley's Kidney Cave and cites Fanderbark Pharcy in its wording.
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South Carolina State Press Association
Parker
Foley's Kidney
Fanderbark Pharcy
Money Yo Boi On Parker Wager Sparks Wall Street Bets
The Observers New York reports Jacob Field offers 200 dollars against 350000 that Parker will be elected president. Field says he will accept any odds on the wager. Roosevelt sentiment has weakened and Parker gains support with large bets. The market reaction shows renewed confidence in Parker’s prospects.
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New York
Wall Street
Jacob Field
Parker
Field
Tein
Roosevelt
Wally
Tom Kroger Dead In Ant Republic Official Dies
Tom Paul Kroger president of the Ant Republic died in Vand at Nar via the Swiss clock time his son in law and others were with him. He died after illness with pneumonia and heart weakness. Embalmed body to be placed in temporary vault awaiting burial approval and transfer to final Britain burial.
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Dione Kruger
Daly
Tom Paul Ortiner
Ant Republic
Nton
Vand
Nar
Ter
Matt Orvent
Grent Ut
Britain
Roosevelts Bid Faces Opposition in 1900 Campaign
A fragmented preface hints Tilman supporting Sunap Special and Bryan style opposition. The speaker claims reluctance to canvass due to illness but commits to aiding in 1900 efforts and to restore constitutional government against Roosevelt.
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Bryan
Jude
Moe
Roosevelt
Williams to Speck in Doubtful States in Orleans
A telegraph dispatch reports Maresh Williams plans to aid the national Democratic committee by speaking in doubtful states during the upcoming campaign. He intends to go to Esopus when the committee convenes and is cited amid ongoing political maneuvering and reactions in St. Louis and New York.
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Williams
Orleans
Maresh Williams
Esopus
Shackan
Tilmany
New York
William P
Sheehan
Parker Velling
St. Louis
Shavhang
Judge P
Hoeehan
Porcy's Mw Chicire: CY ana Tox csure
Porcy faces a uncertain situation described as a mixed crisis with unclear causes and potential risks. The note mentions a failed plan and the need for prudent action amid confusion and evolving developments.
Verrible Disaster Kills Thirty Children At Picnic
A coal train collision in Chicago injures and kills many children from a Glenwood school picnic. Passengers rush to scene, wrecking trains called, emergency care provided as doctors treat the injured.
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Glenwood
Daly
Chicago
Chillinayer
Glens
Spider injures Greenville man during banana handling
While pulling bananas for a customer in Greenville a large six inch black hairy spider bit I W Austin’s thumb. The wound bled heavily and swelled. Dr Black treated with carbolic and antiseptics. The patient endured pain but began to recover as swelling subsided. The spider was later shaken from the bananas.
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Greenville News
I. W. Austin
Black
Austin
Woman Shot by Thirteen Year Old in Dublin District
Information reaches Dublin Georgia of a fatal shooting in Lowry district. Matcom Currie, thirteen year old son of Mrs. Imirs Currie, killed Mrs. Floyd with six or seven shots and wounded Mrs. Thomas Floyd seriously but not fatally. Police report indicate motive remains unclear.
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Dublin
Robert Bloyt
Lowry District
Matcom Currie
Imirs Currie
Currie
Floyd
Mlrs
Fhonas Floyd
Sin Ty
Honest Prices and Firm Integrity Stand Behind Our Shoes
A local advert promises the Godman and Drew-Selby line offers the lowest prices with honest value. It claims competitors inflate costs through deceptive ads and asserts the retailer will profit modestly while delivering undeniable savings to every customer.
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iPi
Godman
Drew-Selby
Best Lines on Earth Shoes Promise Quality
Advertisement touts solid leather soles and counters with double toe tips and offers replacement if any pair fails. Mocking rival sellers claim Douglas line is superior, while noting cow leather and no pasteboard construction in their goods.
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Douglas
Eaglc
Winter Clothing Sale at Spegel Drive Store
Overstocked clothing sale reduces all suits at cost by fall line. Strouse Bros guarantee on fade and shrink. Store advertises nation department groceries and broad selection with low prices to attract customers.
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Strouse & Bros Clothig
Nation Department
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Kersh
Woodmen
Money Yo Boi
Tom Paul Kroger
Utenna Republic
Jord
Tilman
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John Sharp
Wil
Judy Parkes
David B. Hill
Rie
Spegel
Lleath Daukige & Hercantiles
Lancaster S. C
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