Remarkable pardon petition in Williamsburg murder case
Governor Heyward weighs a parole bid for John Harrison, convicted of murder in Williamsburg county in 1805. Affidavits claim confession was coerced by jailhouse pressure and ghostly intimidation, with alibi cited. Solicitor Wilson urged to review the petition and trial record for possible mercy.
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Speedl
News and Courier
Columbia
Heyward
Williamsburg County
John Thurtison Wis
Alfie Simgetuy
Thurrison
Cayenne Eley Wand
Tirso & Tisch
Kingstree
Chuerie
Uhitrison
George Worms
Larsson
George W.rms
John Hartrison
Court of General Sessions
Harrison
Horrison
Singletary
Morrison
Wolfe
Wilson
John 5 Wilson
Manning
D. C
John Morrison
George W. Arms
John Harrison
D.C. Heyward
Dont Borrow Trouble From Ills To Relief With Bitters
An advertising notice urges readers to seek Electric Bitters at Crawford Bros J F Mackey Co and Funderbark Pharmacy Drug stores. It promises relief from dyspepsia biliousness and internal disorders, claiming permanent forgetfulness of troubles and a lightened body. Prices are 50 cents with a guaranteed product.
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Wright
Crawsford Bros
J. F. Mackey & Co
Funderbark Pharmacy
Control Board to Elect Dispensary Dispensers
The Board of Control for Lancaster County will meet at Lancaster Court House on Tuesday June 6 1905 to elect dispensers for the Lancaster and Kershaw dispensaries for the year beginning July 1 1905. Applications must be filed with the safe board at least twenty days before the sixth of June 1905. JEW Haile chair. May 5 1905.
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Hkonra of Control
Lancaster County
Lancaster C. H
8. C
Kershaw
Safe Board
JE W Haile
Chr
Board of Co Control LC
Im. A
Neuralgia and Other Pain Relief Ad Promises
An early 20th century advertisement touts Dr Miles Anti-Pain Pills as a universal remedy for neuralgia and many pains. It claims relief from headaches, backaches, stomachaches, sciatica, rheumatism, dizziness, nervousness, and more, with money-back guarantee if the first package does not help. It advertises 25 doses for 25 cents and cites Miles Medical Co. of Elkhart, Indiana.
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Miles
Anti-Paula Villa
Nat Balk
Allinson
Zourgiruagit
Butt
Miles Medical Co
Elishart
Ind
The Two Sacks of Deeds and Sins Legend
An ancient tale follows two old men with sacks hanging from front and back who debate contents of good deeds and sins. A stranger joins with two sacks and explains his sacks carry others good deeds and his own sins vanish through a hole, aiding his progress rather than burdening him.
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Number
Pneumonia Remedy Promises Lung Strength and Prevention
An advertisement praises Foley's Honey and Tar as a cure and preventive measure for pneumonia. It claims the remedy calms the racking cough, heals and strengthens the lungs, and may avert future pneumonia if taken promptly. Sold by Funderburk Pharmacy and referenced in The Ledger.
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Foley
Funderhurk Pharmacy
Confederate Veterans Reunion Honors Young Women Volunteers
Greenville News reports on a Confederate veterans reunion plan noting Gen Lee’s guidance to honor female delegates and sponsor maids of honor at the event in Louisville next month. The piece laments dwindling veteran numbers and urges prioritizing the comfort and attention of older supporters over younger attendees.
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Suphen
Capilly
Gen Lee
Weiter
Greenville News
Dr King’s New Discovery Promises Quick Cough Cure
An historical ad claims Dr. King's New Discovery healed a serious cough and prevented throat and lung diseases. It promotes trials at local druggists with 50 cent and 1 dollar sizes, featuring endorsements and a free trial bottle offer.
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Ho Simmons
Casey
J. F. Mackey & and
Vanderburk Pharmacy
Bridges to Let on Steele Creek and Six Mile Creeks
The county will accept bids for a new bridge over Twelve Mile Creek on Steele Creek road near Caceola, at 10 am Tuesday June 6 1905 to the lowest responsible bidder. A second bid opens for a new or repaired bridge over Six Mile Creek nearby one day after. a third bridge over Bear Creek on Potter road near Mr Russel Barton on Friday June 9 at 9 am. Specifications are available at letting. right to reject any bid reserved. OC Gardner Co Supervisor May 15 1905.
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Twelve Mile Creek
Steele Creek
Caceola
Six Mile Creek
Bear Creek
Potter Road
Russel Barton
M OC Gardner
Crawford & Prown Physicians and Surgeons Practice
Dr M P ChawronD DERC approves Crawford and Prown physicians and surgeons, eye treatment, and prompt call service. Office located over Crawford Brow Drug Store with phone access. Notices dated November 11 and 36, 176, Bolivia.
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Calla
Crawford Brow Drug Store
Bolivia
Latwaster set and vote on teatime prison proposal
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a local election item and a prison proposal. Key entities include Latwaster, SoC, Se Tete, Litas, and Wy tt. The text mentions a vote date and resident input but unreadable specifics limit clarity.
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Torlh
Wien
Notice From County Officials On Pending Case
The notice from MC Gardoor, County supergiaen e commainality UN instat informs residents of a pending case and upcoming actions. It states deadlines and the authority handling the matter, urging affected parties to review notices and respond as required.
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MC Gardoor
Fragmented OCR Notice with Unclear Names and Dates
The readable text is garbled with no clear facts. It resembles an OCR fragment mentioning dates and names but lacks cohesive details for a proper summary. No identifiable event, organization, or person can be reliably extracted.
Notice of Election for an Alderman in Lancaster
Notice declares an Alderman vacancy in the town of Lancaster after the death of John Milley. An election is ordered for Monday June 5 1905, polling 8 am to 4 pm, with Jo Foster Amos McManus and JM Warwick as returning officers. Ratified May 6 1905 by Mayor RE. Wylie and Clerk C. D. Jox.
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Whiereas
John Milley
Tow of
Lancaster
Tice
Linaster
Polly Ty
Jo Foster
Amos McManus
JM Warwick
Imanasers
RE. Wylie
C. D. Jox
Treas
Untitled historical sports item from Lancaster area
A fragmentary Lancaster report notes a tied contest and names several players and local teams. The readable text mentions BoB Lvstarhyne and Melatte among others, with references to lanes and a local head coach figure. Details are incomplete but imply a community game or race event.
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Seth
Bob Lvstarhyne
Basson
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