Double Campaign Two Sets of Office Seekers Enlighten Chesterfield
Special to News Chesterfield in June hosts a senatorial banquet at the courthouse with LS Mangum as toastmaster. Latimer Hemphill and other candidates spar over imperialism, tariffs, and a primary election while Hemphill is praised for humor and policy points. In Georges a large orderly crowd greets Gov. Heyward amid gubernatorial talk and attacks on Stevenson.
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Tillman Attacks Talbert at Gubernatorial Meeting
Special to The State from Charleston June 21. A large Hibernian hall crowd heard County Chairman Thayer open the meeting as gubernatorial candidates spoke. Tillman delivered a scathing attack on Talbert’s 22 years in office, attacking his record, Washington duties, and attendance. Talbert defended himself briefly as the crowd dispersed after the last speakers.
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Lightning Sets Fire to Singletary Barn and Nearby Buildings
A June thunderstorm in Scranton caused a lightning strike that burned Mr. W. K. Singletary's barn and stables to ashes. Nearby, Mr. J. M. Kirby’s store and residence survived only with the help of the bucket brigade and a heavy rain.
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Eancate Your Howels With Cascarets
A historical ad claims Cascarets candy cathartic cures constipation with a 208,260 claim and promises refunds if the druggist is involved. The odd phrasing suggests an old, misread ad offering a remedy with a money-back guarantee.
Bargain Linen Grades Blazing Down at Bareains Store
Bargains on 1000 yards of striped and checked Dimities and Ginghams offered at low prices. Dimities now 8 ets per yard from 12 2 ets, Ginghams reduced from 6 ets to 4 ets, promising heavy savings for frugal shoppers.
Cleveland for a Third Term Dominates Eastern Talk
New York Democrats discuss the potential impact of President Cleveland and ex-Senator Hill at the Tilden Democratic Club. The piece notes cordial relations with Hill, lingering estrangement from John Sheehan, and mixed views on a Cleveland Hill ticket. Local leaders tout party harmony as essential to winning the next election.
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Slain by His Brother-In-Law in Family Feud at Scranton
Slayings report a fatal feud in High Hill area near Scranton. S. W. prominent farmer killed by his brother in law C. Myers after a dispute over a fence. Myers shot James, then struck him with a gun, leaving him fatally injured. No eyewitnesses. The case prompts local shock and concern.
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Roosevelt Seeks Cuba Reciprocity via Bill or Treaty
A source close to the president indicates he remains committed to Cuban reciprocity, aiming to secure it through Congress or by treaty. The White House may push a treaty to the Senate and may call an extra session in mid summer or November.
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