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Newspaper
The Lancaster Ledger
Location
Lancaster, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1905
Page
2
Fragmentary writing from The Charlotte Observer reflects wartime sentiment and political commentary. The piece mentions Minister for Bite, references negotiations and opposition to delays, and critiques Russian conduct amid ongoing hostilities, showing public concern over the war’s course.
Southern Christian Advocate argues against a Prohibition party ticket to contest dispensary policy in South Carolina. It urges voters to seek a principled stand rather than supporting a single candidate, noting counties already moving to end the dispensary by gradual local action and urging candidates to declare their stance on the dispensary. The piece ends with a proverb about young men and heiresses.
The Court of General Sessions will convene in Aiken on Monday with Judge Aldrich presiding. The docket is heavy with nineteen jail cases, eleven for capital offences, likely to spill into the week. White defendant tally includes Broadnax murder, Gaedenhire murder, Piper murder, Werts murder, Wille murder, Heinen, Adis arson, and others. several for breaking and entering and larceny.
A Greenville mill worker known as DJ tried to cut his throat with four pieces from a tomato can in a police station cell at 11 pm. Intervened by housekeeper Cureton and others, the wound feared contaminated with germs. He is described as Crazen with drink and a town character.
Spartanbury coroner Dick Foster died tonight from complications of a paralytic stroke at age over 60. He served as coroner for years and was a respected citizen and Confederate veteran. He leaves a wife and children. burial will be at Bethlehem Church tomorrow afternoon.
Chester Lantern reports on a controversial measure where a proposed prohibition bill failed to pass. Critics argue the sponsor knew it would not succeed and accused prohibition advocates of withholding approval. The balance of opinion remains divided on the issue and its future prospects.
Harriet Toward of New York recalls suffering from Salt Rheum Keira and credits Bucklen's Arnica Salve with curing it. The ad promotes the salve as a universal healer for cats burns and sores with pharmacies Crawford Bros J W Mackey Co and Funderbark Drug Store selling it for 250.
Six women in Colleton county face prosecution for drawing pension money to which they were not entitled while their husbands were alive. The Spartanburg Journal notes the state’s pension system is highly prone to fraud, calling it an enticing vocation for robbing the state.
The advertisement asserts Foley's Honey and Tar cures early lung complaints and provides relief, claiming consistent comfort in early stages. It warns against substitutes and is placed by Selby Fonderburk Pharmacy.
The State notes two attacks on a party of prominent Rock Hill young ladies returning from church on Oakland Avenue. An unknown black man, middle aged with a light cap and shoe color, followed them near the trolley and again near Winthrop before they fled to a home. He did not leave, but no arrests have been made amid public alarm.
Capt OA Hamlin a long time Chester and Leno railroad conductor, now CG and NW, married June 20 at Mt Pleasant to Mrs Laura F Venning of Berkeley county. They left for Lenoir N C and Blowing Rock for summer. Friends at Clover gave flowers and congratulations. Hamlin is a Berkeley county representative.
The Lodz massacre toll cited 343 Jewish and 217 Christian dead with over 700 wounded after last week’s outbreak. Some order returns as workers resume factory work. Lieut Gen Luttle Worth takes command of forces amid martial law. Governor general declares siege.
A compact aphorism notes that pessimists fear loud joy from others. The line contrasts gloom with public exultation, implying unease born from collective happiness and its noise.
An advertisement touts Dr Miles Heart Cure as restoring a failing heart by strengthening nerves and muscles. It lists symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, palpitations, and dizziness, and asserts dramatic personal testimonials of recovery, promising refunds if not effective. The ad cites Miles Medical Co. of Lillehart, Indiana.
SICKENING SHIVERING FI? of Rogue and Malaria, can be relieved and cured with Electric Bitters. This tonic aids malaria with a curative influence, driving disease from the system. It is said to be preferable to quinine, free of its after-effects. E S Munday of Henrietta TX reports his brother recovering from malaria fever and jaundice after taking Electric Bitters. Available at Crawford Bros J F Mackey Co and Bunderrbark Pharmacy for 50c.
In June 1995 at Wilmiogtin, a defendant from Darlinghny, South Carolina, was given a preliminary trial on charges of trying to induce laborers to go to South Carolina. The court did not provide a complete emergency remedy or emt howl. The case involves two counted charges related to an emistant ag uivense and other views influencing witness procedures.
Fragmented OCR notes reveal a humorous proverb scene from Danville HL about staying with Honey and Tar remedies, a long list of sayings. a bride assumes center stage while themes of education, happiness, and marriage surface, concluding with a cryptic line on divorce.
Two bridge contracts to be awarded to the lowest responsible bidders on different dates in July 1905. One over Little Lynche Creek near James R. Blackmon's on July 14 at 10 am. The other over Camp Creek on Ve Newcut Road at the Craigald mill on July 9 at 9 am. Terms and specifications to be announced at the letting. June 23, 1905.
The first bale of this season’s cotton was sold on Change in Galveston. It came from Roma Starr County Texas and was classed good middling. The bale, marked as the first in Starr County in five years, was auctioned for thirty cents per pound.
Notice states the Tasahaw school building will be let to the lowest bidder. The center with the vat and building specifications will be made known on Unity Day. Contact Gregory, Massey, and Hibbs for details around July 3.
The Kershaw district round of trustees received a check yesterday for 9000 dollars from bond proceeds intended to fund a new school building. The record notes local officials and a leaven of odd street quotations reflecting a period tone.
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