Local Matters Highes market price paid for Walter and eggs
Numerous local notes on visitors and residents in Chester county this week. J B Mackerell and De Tid Strait visited relatives. Mr and Mrs J M Yoder of Van Wyck hosted friends here. Grace Reamy at Charleston exposition. Plyler brothers attended the exposition. many local residents visiting kin and attending events. a tenant house fire near Heath Springs. officials Ira B Jones and the editor reflect on Charleston exposition and schoolmate reunion. praise for Will Massey of Hot Springs.
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de Tid
Strait
Chester County
J.M. Yoder
van Wyck
Death of Miss May Hammond at Rus sell Place
Miss May Hammond daughter of Mr. S N Hammond of Russell Place died yesterday after a fever. She was about 31 years old and a consistent member of Beaver Creek Baptist church. Her remains will be interred at Beaver Creek church today after funeral services by Rev. S N Watson.
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Miss May Hammond
Mika May Hammond
S N. Hammond
Russell Place
Beaver Creek Baptist Church
Beaver Creek Church
S. N. Watson
Death of Calvin Hall at Indian Land in 1909
An elderly citizen, Calvin Hall, died at his Pleasant Valley home on Thursday morning May 22, 1909, from paralysis at age eighty five. He leaves a wife, eight children including D K Hall and J W Hall, six daughters, fifty six grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. A longtime Methodist church member, he was regarded as a good citizen. His remains were buried at Harrison church yesterday.
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Calvin Hall
Indian Land
Pleasant Valley
D. K
J. W. Hall
Jerusha Harrison
M.B. Alexander
Texas
G. B. Collins
F. M. Collins
Carrie Pettus
Lilly Bhooley
Ark
Hall
Methodist Church
Harrison Church
Grandson of Lancaster Dies in Florida at 75
Mr. William Dixon Tillman, a double first cousin of J. J. Tillman of Van Wyck, died at his Florida home on May 17, 1902, age 75. Born in Lancaster County, he left with his family in 1856, later marrying Miss Zetrow. He leaves eight children, all grown, with his widow surviving.
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J. J. Tillman
van Wyck
William Dixon Tillman
Florida
Lancaster County
Tank
Catawba Pulls
Aml
J. L. Tillman
Zetrow
Phone line from Kershaw to Jefferson completed
The news notes a completed line from Kershaw to Jefferson with additional lines at Jefferson 13 near Taxabaw, Mr. A S Mungo’s, Mr. B Motz’s Brewer Mine, and Mr. W A Ingram’s Plaina. A Wednesday thunderstorm damaged a tree limb at the Methodist parsonage but left the tree itself unharmed. The Lancaster Ledger cites dispensary sales 26 percent lower than last month and discusses the liquor trade amid economy worries.
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Kershaw
Jefferson
A. S. Mungo
Taxabaw
B Motz
Brewer Mine
W A. Ingram
Plaina
Methodist Parsonage
Lancaster Ledger
Marriage of Miss Parker and Mr Humbert Parker at Bishopville
Mr W H Beckham of Lancaster visited and attended the wedding of Mamie Hall and Humbert L Parker yesterday morning at 6 o'clock conducted by Rev D S Beasley. The couple departed for Bishopville where their home will be. Miss Lillier Stevens resigns as fourth grade teacher to pursue primary education work, praising her successful tenure and qualifications for broader duties.
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D. S. Beasley
Mamie
J. C. Hall
Humbert L. Parker
Bishopville
Lillier Stevens
Miss Stevens
Dudley man's son killed by lightning melts watch and knife
Mr J W Belk of Dudley said his son James Belk was killed by lightning on the 14th inst. in town he noted the crystal and entire lace of the watch melted from his vest pocket and his knife melted as well. He recalled a premonition of death writing Dear Mot After one more day I will be better off in a blank book.
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J.W. Belk
Dudley
I.c
James Belk
Monroe Enquirer
Mont Pelee eruption terrifies Fort de France residents
Eyewitness reports describe violent eruptions at Mont Pelee with enormous lava bombs and ash clouds reaching Fort de France. Refugees are evacuated by ships Cincinnati and Potomac as rescuers led by Lieut. Benjamin McCormick save hundreds, including a 72 year old and a three day old infant, amid continued danger and mass panic.
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Kiet de France
Isle of Martiniyo
Mont Pelee
St. Pierre
Fropt
Fort de France
Vacancy for West Point Scholarship Examination Held in Yorkville
A competitive examination to fill a United States Military Academy West Point scholarship will take place at Yorkville on Thursday June 19 1902. For more information write Hon D B Finley Washington DC, A Rowell Co Supt Lancaster Co. Subscription offer included for Hone and Farm free one year.
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United States Military Academy
West Point
Yorkville
D. BE. Finley
Washington, D. C
Rowell, Co
Lancaster Co. S
Tillman’s Convention Concluded in State Campaign Setup
The Charleston Post notes Tillman has held his convention and adopted a platform while outlining his roles for the state campaign. He has called off but not adjourned, with Tillman described as always in session.
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Tillman
Tilman
Charleston Post
Scott's Dovision of Cod Liver Oil Advertisement
Cod liver oil is promoted as a healthful tonic aiding appetite, digestion, weight gain, and general vitality for men, women, and children. The copy claims benefits from improved appetite to restored flesh and brighter life, and invites readers to request a sample from Estes Rowne, chemist, New York, priced $1.00 at druggists.
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Estes Rowne
New York
Notice to Contractors for Lancaster School Building Bid
Lancaster School District trustees invite sealed bids by Tuesday June dld for a two story brick school with basement in Lancaster. Building will have ten classrooms, an office, library and auditorium. Plans may be viewed in Lancaster or at C C Wilson Architect Columbia SC. Contractor must furnish a 50000 bond. Right to reject bids reserved. Chas T Connors, Clerk and Treasurer Trustees.
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Lancaster
Raler
8. C
CC. Wilson
Arcbi Feet
Columbia
S.C
Chas. T. Connors
Lee and Treas Bi Trustees
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Beas Jones
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Ada Clyburn
Mattie Clyburn
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Lessie Johnson
Claremont Female College
J. M. Riddle, Jr
Wall Cloyd
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McKinnon
Waco, Texas
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Charlotte, N. Y
J. M. Heath
Monnie Bruce
Elizabeth Miller
Heath Spring
Mabel Bruce
Berry Mobley
Heath Springs
Jim Sheilde
Shields
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Ira B. Jones
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10Th Cavalry
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Hot Springs
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Cincinnati
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