Congressman's Death Shocks Nation in Cobt in 1946
Washington March 10 Congressman George William Croft Democrat of Aiken died at 7 50 am from blood poisoning triggered by a splinter in his finger. Croft, once a South Carolina Senator and two term state representative, had practiced law since 1869 and was a partner of Col Tillman. He was elected to the fifty eighth Congress with 5154 votes. The obituary notes his eloquence as an attorney and his role in notable cases including defense for James H Willman in a murder trial.
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Aiken
Newberry County
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South Carolina Military Academy
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University of
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Florence McMahon
Alabama
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Willman
No G. Gonzales
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Bristow Blunder Dominates Congress Debate
Washington March 1 A furious House debate over the Bristow report on post office and corruption erupts as members demand investigation, with Overstreet and Alden Smith pushing for broader inquiry. The session extends into tonight with calls to delay until Monday and to include the entire department in the probe.
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Una
Leia
Roprien
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Obig
Postmister Veneril
Velent Cumkin
Overstreet
Finley
South Carolina
Lowa
Postuilion
Esay
Alden Smith
Patuthiece
Jiesda
Hie Bons
Hay
Wildwins
Post Office Department
Wincasternia
House of Representatives
Jongens
Congress
Sere Two Story Dwelling Near Town Sold to Agent Carter
Readable fragments report a two story dwelling at Sere two miles north of town sold or tied to agent S. Carter. No further details on buyer price or date.
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Sere
Ruil
S. Carter
Strouse & Bros Uigh Art Sloshing and Guaranteed Fitting
An ad promotes Strouse & Bros, offering tailored suits with a written guarantee against shrinkage and fading. It urges customers to visit their emporium for two days of cut prices and promises replacement if garments fail to meet the sample. Also advertises Douglas and Godman Line shoes with solid leather features and a guarantee of replacement if not as shown.
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Fieward
Hats No End To Them Sample Lot Close Out
A fragmented sales note promises hats and millinery at low prices and groceries in abundance. The vendor offers sample hats, bosom shirts, and cheap closeout goods, thanking customers for past patronage and inviting continued business.
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