Ledger edition details editor and date
The Ledger records Thurlow as editor and manager with Carter, noting the newspaper’s Wednesday October 15 1902 publication.
The Lancaster Ledger in Lancaster, South Carolina
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Newspaper
The Lancaster Ledger
Location
Lancaster, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1902
Page
2
Pension act mix ups threaten January meetings and funding
County pension boards must meet on the third Monday of January and elect a pension commissioner who will coordinate applications every Saturday in January. The new framework risks delays and higher costs, with a likely fix proposed at the upcoming session. A separate report notes injuries from a city incident and funeral details for an employee of Flynt Construction, a Connecticut family man, and a Norwich burial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comptroller’s
Pension Commissioner
County Pension Board
Auditor’s
Pension Boards
Ones
Kcene
Anderson Water Light and Power Company
Anderson
Connecticut
Avery Xeacin
Fatal Explosion at Portman Shoals Kills Quarry Superintendent
Special to the State from Anderson reports a premature dynamite blast at Portman quarry fatally injuring James Tobin, the white superintendent, and injuring several workers. Oglesby, a Black laborer, died later after being severely mangled. others sustained injuries as crews worked to blast cut stone for the dam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Tobins
Oglesby
Mr. Tobin
Last Scene in a Strange Life Story Tragedy
A white woman Hoveline Oyers dies suddenly from heart disease beside her wagon near Reedy Point. Her black husband Ed Owens, once her father's slave, was killed by lightning earlier. An inquest returns a verdict in line with the facts. The couple left heirs and property, with Owens’s death earlier tied to a court case revealing the couple’s past.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jes
Green
Laurens County
Ed Owens
Owens
Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab Jets cure acokl in one day
Cough relief claim with promise to work off the cota in a single day, labeled as a guaranteed remedy. Advertisement lists price 95 cents and states no cure, no pay. Contains bold claim of rapid effectiveness and direct shopper appeal.
Desirable store room for rent in Riddle block
The notice advertises a store room for rent on the West side of Main Street in the Riddle block. Interested parties should apply to J. M. Rion Lancaster, 8 CG.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main Street
J. M. Rion Lancaster
Keep Your Bowels Strong
An old patent medicine notice promotes Candy Cathartic tablets labeled C C C to relieve constipation or diarrhea. It claims genuine stamped tablets and warns against bulk sales, with widespread availability through druggists.
Notice of Election for Representative in Lancaster County
Notice of Election to elect a representative in the state house of representatives for Lancaster County. Election day set for Tuesday November 4, with precinct voting locations and poll tax requirements. Names of managers and instructions for securing ballot boxes, with commission dates and officers including Harry Foster and Geo W Jones listed.
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Ounty
Lancaster
Manigera
Henley
Ench
Potolork
Ali
Klealton Ky
Stony Uy Vaile Peat
Mn Bee Anit Nly
Ds Win Vhd
Sage Sangley
M i Hanis
Loef Vroteaville
J H Stewart
JB Fundeiturk
JG Laney
Dwight
Jas M Bogner
JO Porter
DE Waiters Taxahaw
J P Ingram
Amos Bird
KA P Hunter
Welah
F Eastridge
Roberts
J OW Cunningham
Flat Creek
R Ot, Blackmon
GR Cook
Rachel Morgan
Halle Gold Mine
J A Baker
RR Williams
AS Broom
Kershiw
Harry Foster
Geo W Jones
J Clark Robinson
Lancaster County
Notice of Election in Lancaster County South Carolina 1902
Notice declares general election for state and county officers on Tuesday November 4 1902 at polling places. A separate box will be provided for voting on a proposed amendment to the state constitution. details specify counties townships and wording to be printed on ballots. The document outlines the joint resolution to amend Section TL of Union VII Article VII and lists disenfranchised townships and counties affected by the proposed changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Carolina
Lancaster
Aaid
Rees Lee
General Assembly
Beation T
Durklin
Oaklane
Greenville
Covebury
Cooper
Greenwood
Sullivan Township
Laurens
Hurett
Pine Grove
Saluda
Constitutional amendment on counties and government ballot details
The notice outlines an oral amendment to Section Eleven of Article Seven of the Constitution, relating to counties and county government, with instruction for how voters should mark opposing or approving ballots. It sets election procedures, oath requirements, opening hours, manager roles, and lists named election managers by precinct across Lancaster and surrounding areas, dated October 18, 1902.
Candidate for Lancaster County Coroner in unexpired term
J Montgomery Caskey announces candidacy for the unexpired term of the late Coroner R Young in Lancaster County. This declaration signals entry into the general election race for the county coroner's post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Young
Lancaster County
J. Montgomery Caskey
Notice to Road Overseers Warn Hands to Work Roads
Notice from Wes Caskey county supervisor urging overseers who have not worked the full time required by law to warn out their hands at once and repair roads before court term. Noncompliers will face enforcement of the law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wes
Caskey
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