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Newspaper

The Lancaster Ledger

Location

Lancaster, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Oct 21, 1903

Page

2

Outrage over Tillman verdict shocks South Carolina

The Ledger denounces the Tillman murder acquittal as a travesty, cites editorials from the Lynchburg Times and a Georgetown Baptist sermon, and argues the verdict disgraces the state. It warns that only public opinion can restrain further violence and urges protest against perceived judicial failure.

Tillman J. W. Powers Georgetown South Carolina Jas. H. Tillman N G. Gonzales Lynch

Sopa Cough and Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets Ad

Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets promise to cure a cold in one day with a money back guarantee. Signature on each box to verify authenticity. Sold by druggists for 25 cents.

HK. W. Grove

A Time to Speak Critics Miscarriage of Justice in South Carolina

The Rev J A Tillinghast writes to the editor denouncing a Lexington courthouse murder verdict as a premeditated crime and urging citizens to speak out. He condemns defense counsel for justifying the killing and laments lynch law while hoping the perpetrator faces justice and personal repentance. He references Dr McPheeters and a quoted editor from The State.

McPheeters South Carolina Court House Lexington

Reception Honors Will Weir Marriage at Walkup NC

A reception on the 15th at J. H. Weir home Walkup North Carolina honored son Will Weir. Only relatives and friends attended. The dining room was decoratively arranged and the spread praised for its generous hospitality. The writer recalls it as one of the most enjoyable events of its kind. Grove’s Tasteless Chill Tonic ad promotes the product with the No Cure No Pay claim.

J. H. Weir N. C Will Weir Grove Ivor and Quivine Lancaster Station E Chueh South Sumlay School Snpt Wot Benner Mer Lazenby Maj. Dé Riddle J. M. Teath L. P. Rod Methodist Church Lancaster County Southern Christian Advocate

Foley's Honey and Tar Cures Coughs and Colds

Foley's Honey and Tar advertised to treat coughs and colds and to prevent pneumonia. The ad cites T Fonderburk and T Eugene Funderburk as endorsers and warns to avoid serious kidney or bladder issues by taking Foley's Kidney Cure.

Foley Luke T. Eugene Funderburk

Local Matters minister J M Whith Unity Ist

Notes outline religious arrangements with Rev J M Whith andUnity Ist parishioners. The fourth Sabbath at 4 pm is scheduled in Sanbark area with nearby service patrols and Patbaths details.

Rev J. M

Local notices and ads brighten Lancaster town scene

Services in the Episcopal church next Sunday at 11 and 4 30 led by Rev. G Croft Williams magistrate D K Hall reports 20 50 fines paid to county treasurer. J B Horo heads to Timmonsville for a church contract. baby welcomed home. Magr Hough advertises glass and firearms supplies. Confederate monument fund drive urged. State fair opening. hunting season gear. potato storage tip from D W Hendrix with pit method.

J. C. Elliott Yorkville Episcopal Church G. Croft Williams D. K. Hall Indian Land J. B. Horo Timmonsville J. C. Sowell Douglass Lancaster B. C. Hough Daughters of the Confederacy M. E. Cauthen Ira B. Jones

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the Ledger Thurlow Carter Lynchburg James H. Tillman N. G. Gonzales Mulicar J. A. Tillinghast the State J. H. Tillinghast Zion Chairch Cherry & Co Mesdames Mattie McCardle M. P. Crawford N. C. Moore Ada Mongh T. C. Green G. W. Poovey T. 8. Carter AH. B. Pardue J. M. Riddle L. B. Foster John Green W.c.thomson Misses Ellen Porter Lula Lindsay Nannie Crockett Julia Simpson Maggie Pardue Bang Booth W. M., Crawford C. W. Jones W. H. Reid J. T. Thomasson E. W. Sistare J. T. Mackey R. A. Long W. T. Gregory M. J. Perry C. D. Jones Leroy Springs A. R. Banks J. M. Hood W. E. Taylor Mina Annie Witherspoon R. E. Allison W. H. Reeves George Jones T. C. Hicks Paul Moore L. M. Clyburn E. S. McDow Candy Booth R. G. Crawford T. S. Carter J. H. Boldridge H. G. Mellwaie Miss Minnie Miller Perngontig, Oya Mavog Qur Okorell’s B.C Carnes Canthen Abel Funderburk OL "K Abie D. W. Hendrix
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