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Newspaper
The Lancaster Ledger
Location
Lancaster, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1905
Page
2
The piece reports commencement invitations and a Greenville graduation speech by Hon Mo Aneel, plus tragedies from a violent incident at Mr. Biggers’ farm. It notes a Saturday storm causing deaths and property losses in several townships, including burnt barns and crops, and mentions local cotton price chatter and market sentiment for fair, steady prices.
The text reads as a garbled OCR passage with numerous person names and places, hinting at a local incident or drama. It appears to mention individuals such as Me ungretsatsi, Hewett, Bott Morkard, and Merion Brad, set around events and reactions in a community.
In Cleveland Ohio on May 15 ex-president Obilier Obliger pleaded guilty in U S District Court to one count of buying dis fined rafe when funds were lacking Judge Taylor sentenced Obliger to eight years in the Ohio penitentiary Obliger is described as former treasurer at Worcester and a supporter of President Cleveland during the Fecout administration
A 28 year old white man named Charles died suddenly at 168 Wayne Street between 5 and 6 pm yesterday, likely from alcohol poisoning. He was a heavy drinker and had a half pint just before entering his home where he collapsed and died before medical help arrived. The State.
Chester May 14 About 2 o'clock yesterday morning Mr S Mr Stroud a farmer six miles southeast of Chester lost his barn and stables with contents including two mules a new buggy meat 250 bushels of corn fodder and about 50 bushels of peas The cause is uncertain with a preference for lightning though possible incendiarism There was little insurance on the property damaged.
In sessions court May 18 Frank Robertson was acquitted of killing Henry Washington after a short jury deliberation. Three murder cases this week ended in not guilty verdicts. Annie Blickwerl stands trial for murder as three other cases await, likely to be carried to fall term.
Johnson May 18 Me Jeter W Crim was killed this afternoon in a peculiarly horrible manner. He had been plowing and on returning home while riding the horse sideways his feet became entangled in the harness. The horse dragged him for a quarter mile before stopping near his home. He lived about 30 minutes after being found. Crim was 60, a Confederate veteran, farmer and senior member of Crim & Son, a church member, and was survived by his wife six sons and one daughter.
Easley South Carolina May 16 about 50 dogs were poisoned Saturday night including several fine bird dogs. Local authorities investigation ongoing as residents fear possible poisonings in the town.
A house was destroyed by fire after 11 oclock following an early night thunderstorm. Fire officials reported the blaze did not appear to be caused by lightning and investigated remaining embers to determine the origin.
Special to News and Courier reports President Roosevelt plans a southern tour during the first two weeks of October, with Atlanta and Little Rock as principal stops. The path includes North and South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Arkansas as he seeks to visit state capitals, lawmakers, and the president’s family homes while promising possible additional stops and engagements.
A vintage ad urges readers not to borrow trouble and promotes Electric Binders as a relief for illness and internal disorders. It claims the product provides forgetfulness of troubles and promises relief from pain, urging readers to Crawford Bros J I Mackey Co Fenderburk Pharmacy as the sources. The ad lists drug stores and a 50 cent price with a guaranteed claim.
Manila May 18 reports indicate Moro chief Pala, pursued for two weeks on the island of July by General Wood's forces, has been killed. Surviving followers are being hunted by troops.
In Monroe on a Saturday afternoon during a severe electrical storm near Brief, Key Biggers was sitting on his piazza with Mrs Wiggers and children when a lightning bolt struck the group, killing Biggers. He was a respected local farmer. The storm's vivid, constant lightning lit the sky.
The Ledger and The Atlanta Journal offer a weekly Sen刊 publication at 21 three for one year, with payment required in advance.
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All persons having claims against the estate of Chars Starvey Lathan deceased will present them properly proven to the undersigned for payment. All persons indebted to said estate will make immediate payment to the undersigned. John T Green May 12 1905 Executor.
County supervisors meeting denounces tax relief plan and prohibits magistrate payments in a heated session. MC Gardner notes affidavits from three locals are needed to show no request should be held in the case under consideration.
Notice declares an election to fill the vacant alderman seat in Lancaster after John A Miller's death. The election is set for Monday June 5 1905 with polls open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Managers J C Foster Amos McManus and J M Warwick are appointed. Ratified May 6 1905. Signed R. E. Wylii Clerk and Treas.
An advertisement touts Dr Miles Heart Cure as a remedy for weak or diseased hearts and related symptoms. It cites a testimonial from Tom Currd of Wilmer Texas detailing dramatic prior illness and claimed full recovery after five bottles. The pitch promises guaranteed results with a money back guarantee through Miles Medical Co.
A major blaze in Oldham Lancashire and Yorkshire company warehouse destroyed five thousand bales of cotton this morning. Firefighters battled the flames as crews worked to prevent spread to nearby sheds and protect surrounding properties. No exact damage estimate or casualty report given in the brief notice.
J Montgomery Caskey opts dour as the county faces the peculiar plant listing. The fragmentary note mentions phones and a plea tied to an unclear oilingoest term, with wavering certainty about local governance or property.
Notice states that an election will be held on May 15 1905 in Teatlesville district to decide if a fourth mills tax for school purposes will be levied on real and personal property. Voters must show tax receipts and registration certificates. only those taxed property and registered will be allowed to vote. Board trustees HM Polk J 1 Funderturk W A Funderburk oversee the election.
Winthrop College invites applicants to the scholarship and entrance examination for the next session opening September 20 1905. Applicants must meet conditions for the award and may receive a scholarship of 100 and free tuition. inquiries should be addressed to President Johnson Rost Ai Boa.
Notice calls a public meeting of Lancaster School District residents to elect chairman and secretary and to decide on a possible special tax for the maintenance of schools. The meeting is set for Friday May 20, 1905 at 8 00 p.m. in Lancaster South Carolina.
Notice of bids to build or repair bridges over Twelve Mile Creek on Breela Creek road near Cocvola, over Six Mile Creek nearby, and over Bear Creek on the Potter road near Mr Ruseet Barton. Bids open June 6 1905 at 10 am and June 7 1905 at 9 am. specifications to be announced. right to reject bids reserved.
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