Cotton Crop Estimates for 1904 05 Circulated by Latham
Latham Alexander & Co issue a circular estimating the 1904 1905 cotton crop at 11,800,000 bales based on reports from reliable correspondents in Southern counties. The firm notes diligent collection, with a table listing state estimates. Competing figures from Hayward Vick & Co and a Journal of Commerce telegraphic survey suggest similar totals, around 11.25 to 11.30 million bales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Latham, Alexander & Co
Crow
Alabama
Arkansas
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
Missinnippi
North Carolin
South Carolina
Tenn & C
Tex
New York
A. J. Vick
Hayward Vick & Co
New Orleans
Journal of Commerce
Charlotte Observer
Former Greenville Woman Murdered In Georgia
Atlanta reports a double tragedy at Kennesaw 58 miles from Atlanta. J R Butler engineer on the Central of Georgia shot and killed Mrs Lola Green of Atlanta and mortally wounded himself in a hack on the way to the depot to catch a train to Atlanta. The cause remains unknown. Mrs Green came to Atlanta from Greenville South Carolina.
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Atlanta
Kennesaw
Western and Atlantic
J. R. Butler
Augusta
Central of Georgia
Lola Green
Green
Greenville
S. C
Cough Cure Promoted for All Ages Shown in Ad
An advertisement touts Murray’s Horehound Mullein God Tar as the best cough remedy. It claims reliability for infants and adults, using pure ingredients. Available at druggists for 25 cents per bottle, with an extra large size offered.
Tax Notice From Town Treasurer In 1904
Taxpayers are warned that taxes must be paid by November 30 to avoid penalties. Tax books are open at the office of C. D. Jones, Town Treasurer. If not paid on or before the date, executions will issue for taxes with costs and penalties. R. E. Wylie mayor.
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C. D. Jones
R. E. Wylie
Ex Governor Thompson Dead in New York Home
Hugh S Thompson former governor of South Carolina died at his New York residence tonight He was born in Charleston in 1886 and in recent years served as comptroller of New York Life Insurance Company No funeral services here will be held The body will be taken to South Carolina for interment on Wednesday afternoon
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New York
Hugh S Thompson
South Carolina
Charleston
New York Life Insurance Company
Thompson
South Carolin
Columbia
Quarrel Over Propriety Of Asking For A Match Ends In Stabbing
In Stantington West Virginia on November 20 Anthony Martin was stabbed to death by Carrie Coon, son of Councilman Colin Coon, after Martin and Samuel Rittenhouse asked a colored man for a match. Coon stabbed Martin and wounded Rittenhouse, then surrendered to police.
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Stantington
W. Va
Anthony Martin
Carrie Coon
Colin Coon
Martin
Samuel Rittenhouse
Coon
Wen
Cooma
Rittenhouse
Young Man Grimes Takes Poison Then Drowns in River
Asheville reports the death of John O. Grimes a well known young bookkeeper in the Vanderbilt nursery department Baltimore. He committed suicide this morning between 10 and 11 by taking poison and then leaping into the river A love affair is said to be the cause.
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Asheville
John O. Grimes
Vanderbilt Estate
Baltmore
Killing by a Young Woman in Nov 21 South Carolina
In Due West South Carolina Bennett Haynes a Honeypath man is shot dead by an 18 year old woman linked to the red light district. Three weeks after his wife’s death Haynes died during a drunken brawl at a house described as disreputable. The woman carrying a seven month old baby walked toward jail amid amused bystanders.
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Due West
S. A
Bennett Haynes
Honeypath
Red Light
Haynes
South Carolina
Surgery to Remove Hand Injured at College
It was found necessary Thursday morning to remove the hand of Miss Minnie Russell, who was injured at the college Saturday afternoon. The operation was performed by Dr. W. G. Stevens, assisted by Drs. Hirschman, Miller and Lynn. The patient is doing nicely.
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Minnie Russell
W. G. Stevens
Sequel To Tatnall Tragedy Reported In Georgia
Reports of the Tatnall County tragedy say A J Edwards killed and Coy Edwards wounded by the negro Davis. Eugene Rewards pursued the shooter after being alerted by the Edwards family. A boy fired volleys, killed Davis, then fled, as a mob sought vengeance. A cousin council restrained the crowd, amid rumors linking Davis to the Before Day Club and past killings in Bullock County.
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Macon
Tatnall County
A. J. Edwards
Coy Edwards
Davis
Eugene
Wray
Edwards
Negra
Davin
Bullock County
Hodges
Missouri State building burns at World Fair
Fire at the World Fair in St Louis destroys the Missouri State building originally costing 145000 dollars after a basement hot water heater exploded. Flames overwhelm the structure with the loss centering on the contents including portraits of Missouri governors and Supreme Court judges. A separate Clemson College blaze reports minor damage after fire starts on the north stairway. likely caused by rats striking a match.
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St. Louis
Missouri State Building
Missouri
Supreme Court
Clemson College
Corps
Booker T. Washington Donations For Gordon Monument
Booker T. Washington, president of Tuskegee Institute, sent a $25 check from Atlanta to aid the fund for a monument to General John B. Gordon. The notice lists The Ledger, The Atlanta Journal, Semiweekly, and The Southern Cultivator as publications offering one year subscriptions for $2, payable in advance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Booker T. Washington
Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute
Tuskegee
Ain
John B. Gordon
The
Ledger
Atlanta Journal
Southern
Acwest and Robinson line of dry goods bargain trek
Our Mr Heath has just returned from the North with startling dress goods values and numerous bargains. He reports a wave of low prices across a wide range of dry goods, inviting shoppers to inspect the selections and save money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heath
North
Browns and Greens in Mohair and Broadcloths Headline
The ad touts a wide stock in browns and greens including Mohair, Cravinetts, Mixed Cheviots and Whipcords. It promises a complete nation department, tailor made skirts jackets and capes, claiming a tremendous line that is the prettiest and cheapest shown and invites inspection to secure sales.
Fall Millinery Opening Promised as Sale Continues
A historical ad notes Strouse & Bro. clothing and A B Kirschbaum lines with browns grays and custom colors. It promotes strong shoe lines and savings on lawns and Voiles, mentions a fur line at low prices, and invites ladies to the fall millinery opening on the first Wednesday in October.
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the Ledger
Thurlow S. Carter
Lancaster Mercantile Co
Eugene Edwards
Clemson
Castoria
Yer
Booker Washington
Acwest ND. Ronbien
Strouse & Bro
Baltimore
A. B. Kirschbaum & Co
Snellenburg & Co
Douglas, Godman, and
Drew Selby
Lancaster S. C
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