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Newspaper

The Lancaster Ledger

Location

Lancaster, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1904

Page

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Marble tomb marks Wade Hampton mausoleum site

The Sepulchee of Wade Hampton marks the spot with a massive Carrara marble tomb. Inscribed for Wade Hampton 1861–Lieut. Gen. C. S. A. 1865 and his wife Ann Fitzins Hampton, born Charleston 1815 died Columbia 1902. The grave sits in a churchyard shaded by oaks. a state-built equestrian statue is planned for Capitol grounds nearby.

Wade Hampton So Wade Ann Fitsin Ons Fampten Charleston Columbia South Carolina Capitol

Just in time saved boy by new discovery cure

Mrs W Watkins of Pleasant City Ohio reports pneumonia and terrible cough before trying Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption. The child improved daily and is now sound. The ad guarantees the remedy as a cure for colds coughs and lung diseases with trial bottles offered free and priced 50 cents and 1.00. The Crawford Bros J K Mackey Co and Eugene Vanderburk are named druggists endorsing the product.

Convictions Highlight Criminial Court Session

Special to News and Courtey Gaffney Maveh reports a full week of criminal business. Three murder cases were heard. one man convicted of manslaughter and another of arson while several others faced charges. A notable trial involved Joe Allen and T W Phillips linked to the George Brown case. the coroner’s jury found them not guilty after a long deliberation. Brown’s disappearance remains unresolved.

Courtey Gaffney Maveh Lhree Jone Mal Wah Mowry Smith Mat McComb Siman Mari Ias Tuoman Joe Allen T. W. Phillips Forthlander George Brown Nlo Allen Brown Phillips Murde

Poliews a Cold Not Addressed by Fa ley's Honey and Tar

An ad notes Poliews stops the cough heals and strengthens the lungs and provides security from pneumonia. It advises refusing substitutes and lists Fonderburk's Pharmacy as the seller.

Faley Fonderburk

Five Men Fail Bank Safe Break at Randleman NC

Five men attempted to blow open the bank safe in Randleman North Carolina this morning but could not penetrate the outer door. They detained a Black man briefly as a passerby before leaving.

Boara Kind You Have Always Bought Bigaataro

A readable fragment mentions CAPT CITA and Boara with references to a familiar phrase about quality and trust, suggesting a product or brand emphasis. Names appear as scattered fragments, with no clear event, date, or location established.

Cita

Yorkville primary elects Williams probate judge

In York county March 19 1550 votes were counted with Williams leading on the first primary for probate judge. Williams received 574 votes beating rival McCain 257 and Le R Williams 740. The election was described as quiet with no liquor sales as the Brooks law took effect.

Wiliams York Yorkville York County Krink DP McCain le R. Williama Williams Brooks

New Life Pile Patent Claim Fragments Ignite Curative Hype

Fragmented ad style text touts a patent remedy called New Life Pile. It promises cures for indigestion biliousness constipation headaches liver troubles and other ailments. The garbled copy mentions questionable prices and makers but lacks coherent details.

Dr. Kita Enon Crawfird J. C. Mackey & Uo

Untitled Local Puncher Fights At Eleventh and Cheyer

A chaotic street clash in broad daylight between Chaves Moury Brinkey and a local boy ends when Brinkley lands a fist and the victim collapses. Witnesses describe the sudden blow and the onlookers’ panic as others intervene.

Observer Primingtu Catonas Moury Brinkey Brinkey Brinkley Niles Deni

Tragic Double Slaying At Mowitoke Virginia

In Mowitoke Virginia March 18 Newry Williams a colored man is implicated in a fatal attack. He allegedly killed Mrs Shields by stabbing and then struck their 3 year old daughter Mildred with a hatchet before fleeing. Local reports name George A Shirh as a prominent figure connected to the case.

Tharadig Mtr Josen Miller Janey Peeaman Mowitoke Newry Williams Williams Dan George A. Shirh Waltings Mre Shields Mildred

Big Mail Storm Destroys Orleans Storage Roof

A severe storm hit New Orleans on March 17 causing major damage citywide. Stores flooded stock damaged roofs blown down and the Southern Express Company storage building roof collapsed after a heavy rain and high winds.

Orleans Southern Express Company

Dangers of Pneumonia Warned in Cold Season

A cold at this time is neglected and can lead to pneumonia, which is often fatal. Even after recovery, the patient remains weakened and susceptible to consumption. Binley’s Tioney and Tar claim to stop the cough, restore strength, and prevent pneumonia. For sale by Pfanderburk's Pharmacy.

Binley

Two Safe Burglars Sent Up in Roanoke Case

Henry Donohue and John Raymond were indicted for cracking the National Bank of Rocky Mount and stealing 5000 dollars two months ago. They were arrested in Franklin County court and pleaded guilty. Donohue received seven years. Raymond five years.

Roanoke Maaver Henry Donohue John Raymond National Bank of Rock Mount Wij Franklin County Donohue Gigen Raymond Sania

Carnegio Gives 5 Million for Educational Purpose

New York reports Andrew Carnegio has pledged 5 million dollars for education. The formal announcement and the charity’s purposes will be released in a few days as word spreads of his Europe trip.

New Yort Andrew Carnegio Saya Thea Glein Helcoming Mr. Carnegio Sulling Tony Europe

Downfall of Dan Tel sully on cotton exchange panic

New York March 18 Dan Sully, a cotton broker on the New York Cotton Exchange, announced his engagement on the exchange study. The market plunged about 14 points, then recovered, as brokers and officials moved to suspend operations and liquidate margins amid a chaotic panic.

New York Speea Ito Justia Puinie Eittun Exchange Ma. Sulley Toys Erejvil Sally Vankailita

Cotton Nine scare shocks New Orleans market

The failure of Daniel J. Sully the Cotton Nine of New York caused panic in New Orleans cotton exchanges. Prices collapsed to $9 to $10 a bale as fears grew of local firms failing, though the market soon steadied and many small operators were wiped out while longs suffered heavy losses.

Hte Cotton Exchange Exchange Stock, Produce and Cattee Exchange Darise New Orleans Daniel J. Sully New York

Wall Street Sees Mixed After Sully & Co Suspension

The March 10 report notes the suspension of Daniel J. Sully & Co sparked initial turmoil on Wall Street but markets stabilized through the day. Cotton and stock markets showed resilience. only one minor firm, J. H. Garrison, faced support after the event. A formal assignment placed Oph IL Hoadley in charge following a conference with Ny and lawyers, and former Congressman The Race is referenced in passing.

New York Wall Street Daniel J. Sully & Co Sully J. H. Garrison Fem Oph IL Hoadley Valance

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