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Newspaper

The Lancaster Ledger

Location

Lancaster, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Nov 30, 1904

Page

4

Felton Held After Broadway Shooting Fate of Roche Hangs

New York on November 25 Guy Roche the gambler wounded twice in a Broadway shooting identified Frank Felton as the man who shot him. Roche said the act was self defense and Felton denied carrying a pistol. Police suspect a coat with a revolver and a confederate involvement. The motive centers on a woman who switched affection from Roche to Felton.

New York Frank Guy Roche Broadway Frank Felton Felton Roche Bay

Runaway Bicycle Case Cured by Arnica Salve Claim

An account from Franklin Grove Illinois reports J B Orner suffered a leg cut after a runaway bicycle. Four years of a stubborn ulcer resisted medical treatment were cured by Bucklen's Arnica Salve. The ad touts burns scalds skin eruptions and piles relief, 25 cents at Crawford Bros J F Mackey Co and Funderbark Pharmacy.

J. B. Orner Franklin Grove Ill Crawford Bros J. F. Mackey & Co Funderbark Pharmacy

Fatal Hunting Accident Near Greer's Greenville

Twelve year old Harrison Gaeton died after being accidentally shot by companion Cleveland Ellis aged about fourteen while hunting in a field near Greer's Greenville yesterday afternoon. The incident is reported as an accidental shooting with no foul play suspected. Authorities were notified and an investigation followed locally.

Greenville Greer's Harrison Gaeton Cleveland Ellis

Destructive Wrecks and King's New Discovery

Suffering from throat and lung troubles are warned about careless railway wrecks. Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds is praised as life saving. Testimonials from Dorchester Massachusetts mention Dragg credited with relief. Crawford Bros J F Mackey Co and Vanderburk Pharmacy offer 50 cents to 1.00 price with a free trial bottle.

Dr.King Lois Dragg Dorchester Mass Vanderburk Pharmacy Draugist

Clemson College Tragic Debt Fight Ends in Slaying

James Sigamore, a colored student at Clemson College, died from a wound after a dispute over a dollar with Bill Greenlee, another colored man, who allegedly refused to pay the debt. The fatal encounter occurred last night on campus.

Clemson College James Sigamore Bill Greenlee Greenlee Sizemore

Three men sentenced in Rome Ga for killings

In Rome Georgia Neve 26 Henry today sentenced three men to death for killing Hall. Doe 18 Courtney Baker and Bell Sutherland were condemned for killing a wife in Cave Springs and three enslaved people. The lottery two slaves are to be executed December 20. Motions for commutation will be made but it is unlikely any will be granted by the Supreme Court.

Rome Neve Tharpe Henry Ack Bone ZT Hall

Southern opportunity urged for self manufacturing growth

Ben P. Hant of Guntsville Chamber of Commerce urges the South to invest in local factories to produce lumber products wagons farming implements and furniture rather than exporting raw materials and importing finished goods. He criticizes neglect of industrial ventures and calls for Southern wealth to flow into manufacturing to boost prosperity.

South Ben P. Hant Chamber of Commerce of Guntsville Ala Sung Dezoo Anaes Parker

Murray's Hovehound Matlein and Lareurca Colds Advised

Notice warns of dangerous coughs and pneumonia from flu like illness. Murray's Hovehound Matlein and Lareurca cold remedies claim to curb coughing with a 25 cent bottle option and a regular 50 cent size. It urges readers to remember Murray's and avoid other preparations.

Vaeily Murray

Tragedy In Birmingham Suburb Involving Kyser and Edwards

On November 25 in Birmingham Alabama Mrs John Kyser shot Miss Nelly Edwards at Edwards home in Woodlawn then killed herself on a street car returning to the city The parties are well known and neighbors report Mrs Kyser suspected of jealousy over her husband who was once engaged to Miss Edwards

Birmingham Ala John Kyser Nelly Edwards Woodlawn Kysers

Rivalry Turns Fatal as Two Durham Merchants Clash

Charlotte dispatch reports W R B Murray shot and killed his uncle J S Murray during a dispute over shop competition. In the altercation W R B Murray’s son Earle was wounded, and Murray later killed his uncle. Bail set at 20000 and 61500 for MURRAY. bond signed by wealthy principals.

Charlotte Wlr. Murray J. S. Murray Durham N.C Agusic

Tax Notice from Town Treasurer in 1904

Notice states taxes due without penalty by November 30. Tax books open at the office of C D Jones Town Treasurer. If unpaid by the date, executions will issue for taxes with costs and penalties. R E Wylie Mayor November 21, 1904.

C. OD. Jones R. E. Wylie

Advertiser Seeks Wife Finds Lacking Match

A humorous adage notes that a man who advertises for a wife often gets the wish advertised for but rarely the exact outcome he desires, reflecting mismatch between intent and result.

Fle

New Life Pills Claim Respect for Age and Health

An advertisement touts Dr Kings New Life Pills as effective for all ages against fever dyspepsia jaundice constipation and other ailments. Sold for 250 at Crawford Bros J F Mackey Co and Fanderburk Pharmacy Drag Store.

Crawford Bros J. F. Mackey & Co Fanderburk Pharmacy

Soda Water Kills Man After Free Bottles Offer

A German man in Auburn, Darlington County, drank six bottles of soda water in succession after being told they would cost nothing. He died soon after, the foam from the drink linked to the fatal outcome. Navy: 26.

Darlington Navy Auburn

Anxious Hours as Children Fight Croup Show Foley’s Aid

An anxious mothers recounts three tense hours as the household battles croup with Foley's Honey and Tar praised for throat and lung relief. The remedy is a safe, non opiate option widely sold by Funderbark Pharmacy.

Foley Funderbark Phirmacy

Swift Virginia Justice Roanoke Robbery Suspects Sentenced

In Pulaski City two men Fisher Vorman of Dinwiddis Virginia and Jesse Balding of Greenville North Carolina held up and robbed railroad men near Pulaski City securing five dollars in cash. Police attempted arrests the robbers were fired upon but captured later that day. They were indicted for high gay robbery and sentenced to 18 years apiece in the penitentiary.

Roanoke Pulaski Thurstay Fisher Vorman Dinwiddls County Virginia Jesse Balding Greenville N. C Pulaski City

Foley's Honey and Tar Rumor Stop Coughs Pondered

A curious note cites Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy claim while a separate reference mentions Solty by Ponder and Pharnsey, with unclear substantiation. The item reads as a jumbled health claim and literary name pair.

Murray’s Cough Remedy Promises Quick Relief

An old time remedy advertises Murray’s cough cure as the most reliable for all coughs. It claims to ease babies’ coughs and urges readers to ask for Murray’s, warning against other brands. Bottles priced at 25 cents or 50 cents, with extra large option mentioned.

Williams to Speak at Wofford College December 2

Hon John Sharp Williams Democratic minority leader will deliver an address on current issues at Wofford College auditorium on December 2. Admission is by ticket.

John Sharp Willams House of Representives Wofford College

A Policeman Testimony on Foley's Honey and Tar

A Nashua night policeman J N Petterson testifies that after trying many cough medicines and two doctors with no relief, a friend recommended Foley's Honey and Tar. He says two thirds of a bottle cured him and hails it as the greatest cough and lung medicine in the world. Sold by FunbarK Pharmacy.

J.N. Petterson Nashua Ila Foley Funbark Pharmacy

Electric Bitters cure kidney trouble and rheumatism claim

A customer from Fremont, N.O. reports severe kidney trouble eased after using Electric Bitters. He credits the tonic with curing his illness and notes friends also benefited from Rheumatism Neuralgia Liver and Kidney issues. Sold by Crawford Bros J Mackey Co and Funderbork Pharmacy.

BF. Bass Fremont N. O Crawford Bros J &. Mackey &Co Funder Bork Pharmacy

Notice of Guardian Discharge in Lancaster County

Notice states guardian Mary E B Smith will file final return and apply to Probate Court for Lancaster County for discharge on December 26 1904 for Willie B Smit and Maggo Lou Smith. Mary E B Smith is guardian. Notice posted November 25 1904.

Willie B Smit

W Blaney Physician Sees Patients From Office and Home

W Blaney, physician and surgeon, sees callers at the office during the day and at his Elm Street residence at night. Residence phone 38. Office phone 118.

W. Blaney Funderbark Pharmacy Elm Street

Bridge to Let Oo Tintay Eight Day at Nay LOH ALL Well

Partial readable OCR item mentions a bridge project or public works lead by a county supervisor named Percy in Moredenne place. The fragmented text lists names and a timeline but lacks clear event details or outcomes.

Vihar Genel Moredenne Place Percy County Supervivor

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