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Newspaper
The Lancaster Ledger
Location
Lancaster, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1905
Page
4
Coroner's jury examines Constable Eison who killed a man yesterday during a petty arrest. The piece criticizes police use of deadly force, warns against preemptive shootings, and calls for restraint and accountability, noting racial dynamics and the danger of a culture of lethal policing.
The text argues that life is valuable and that shooting at a fleeing suspect is unlawful unless in self defense or when law authority is defied with violence. It states escaping is preferable to unlawful killing and warns against endangering others by shooting.
A short health notice states Foley's Honey and Purch stops the racking cough and helps heal strengthen the lungs. It claims timely use can prevent a pneumonia attack. Substitutes are refused. Sold by Funderburk Pharmacy.
The Weather Bureau weekly bulletin reports cotton and tobacco conditions improving overall. Heavy rains in Southern Texas and parts of the East Gulf and South Atlantic States hinder early field work, leaving much of the crop in grass due to labor shortages. Some planting remains worn in Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas. Mothers may give Foley's Honey and Tar to children for coughs and colds, as it contains no opiates. sold by Kunderburn Pharmacy.
Dr Miles Nervine advertised as a nerve food and medicine to restore vitality by nourishing nerves. The long testimonial from Otto Kolb of Evansville Indiana claims rapid rest and cure after weeks of nervousness following typhoid fever. The ad promises refund if the bottle fails and lists Miles Medical Co. as the maker.
Herbert Hartzell of Cabarrus County drove into Charlotte with three wagonloads of onions from a half acre yielding 98 bushels sold for 75 cents each to J H Lillycrop. He says more than 70 dollars gross, kept over 10 bushels for next year, and expects 200 bushels per acre with diversified crops. Also note Foley’s Honey and Tur contains no opiates and is sold by Funderburk Pharmacy.
A ragged excerpt from the New York Mail notes odd items including a cure for dental woes as Mrs Coyle of Beaver Bry Va reaches nearly 90 years and cuts a third set of teeth, while scattered references hint at social events and town life long past.
A brief, reflective note questions the sole motive for marriage among women. It argues that affection and compatible partnership often matter more than societal expectations. The tone is observational and period-appropriate.
The excerpt reflects dated musings on marriage and love, noting women’s enduring regard for their first love and hens laying eggs despite roosters crowing. It also mentions subscription details for The Ledger and related papers at $2 per year with advance payment.
An old advert urges avoiding worry and borrowing trouble for dyspepsia and bile disorders. It promotes Electric Bitters from Crawford Bros, J F Mackey & Co, Funderbark Pharmacy and Deng stores, priced 50 cents with guarantees.
Bid letting by Mr Gardner Co Supervisor on June 6 1905 at 10 am for a bridge over Twelve Mile Creek on Steele Creek road near Cxevola and a second bid for a bridge or repair over Six Mile Creek nearby after the first. A third bid on Bear Creek near Mr Anarel Barton's Potter road on June 9 at 9 am. Specifications to be made known at letting with right to reject all bids. May 15 1905.
Fragmentary text mentions names Don Elliant Keathee Devin Hutchine Mala Gratia and Nate with references to a wall, Lance, Abe, and Tantiny. no clear event or outcome.
Winthrop College announces a scholarship examination with details for applicants. The notice outlines the schedule and contact points for candidates seeking financial aid and admission considerations.
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