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Newspaper

The Lancaster Ledger

Location

Lancaster, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1904

Page

2

Widespread Loss In Horry County South Carolina

A Conway to Florence dispatch reports extensive damage in Horry county from wind and storm. Estimated losses near 500000 with destruction from Loris to Mount Tabor, crops wiped out, houses blown down in Myrtle Beach and Pine Island. Georgetown notes storm damage between 55000 and 65000.

Columbia S. C Conway Horry County Florence South Carolina Loris Chadbourne & Conway Mount Tador

Whites Found Guilty in Salisbury Murder Trial

In Salisbury, September 15, a second degree murder verdict was returned against Thomas and Chalmers White for killing Russell Sherrill, the alleged betrayer of their niece. The defendants appealed to the state supreme court.

Charlotte N. C Salisbury Thomas Chalmers White Russell Sherrill Supreme Court

South Carolina College Centennial and Rediscovery

The article recounts the reopening of South Carolina College as part of the University after Civil War revival. It notes 1865 act, wartime closures, 1866 reopening, 1873 achievements, 1880 shift to Agriculture and Mechanics, 1882 expansion under Dr. John M. McBryde, and leaders Charles J. Simonton and De Savature in postwar efforts.

South Carolina College University Joseph W Barnwell Gyll Wylie R. Means Davis College of Agriculture and Mechanics John M. McBryde Virginia Polytechnic University of Virginia

Centennial Celebration Promises Impressive SC College Reunion

The South Carolina College marks its centennial with a December to January observance. Alumni from across states will attend as legislators and judges join ceremonies. The schedule includes sermons, addresses by notable figures, honorary degrees, processions, a centennial ode, and a grand ball.

Alutani Drmes H. Thornwell James L. Petti Xru United States New York Hugh Garden de. Wylie W. A. Barber L. Withers Texas DF. Houston Agriculural College Mississippi DP. Bailey State University Alabama Charles H. Barnwell North Carolina W.C. Coker Virginia Davidson Uritchard McBryder John A. Rice Colleton County First, Methodist Church Montgomery Ala Columbia

Fotey’s Honey and Tar for Children Safe and Sure

A historic ad promotes Fotey’s Honey and Tar as a safe remedy for children. It claims family use and emphasizes protection for young ones with a non opiate formula. The notice highlights trusted relief with a gentle approach and parental reassurance.

Fotey

Soviet Lena Armored Transport Dismantled by U S Order

Acting Secretary of State announced that the Russian armed transport Lena, now in San Francisco, is to be taken by naval authorities, disarmed, and held under custody at Mare Island or a private dock. The captain must guarantee the ship will not leave San Francisco until peace is concluded, and crew are paroled pending disposal talks.

Washington Ades San Francisco Sanfrancisco United States Mare Island Navy Yard Navy Yard Sena Mare Island Lena Goodrich

No Fighting Since Retreat to Mukden

Reported lull in Manchuria after the Russian retreat to Mukden under Gen Karpatkin. Both sides show conditions suggesting a month may pass before major action resumes. In St. Petersburg officials expect a future clash at Port Arthur as fighting eases for weeks. Russian morale at Mukden recovers while Japanese fortify along the Tuiste river and rebuild the destroyed bridge.

Karapatkin Mukden Manchuria St. Petersburg Port Arthur Liao Yang Tuitse

Doctor's Pneumonia Claim For Foley's Honey and Tar

Dr. C. P. Bishop of Agnew Michigan says Foley's Honey and Tar helped three severe pneumonia cases with good results. He rejects substitutes. Sold by Funderburk Pharmacy.

C. P. Bishop Agnew Mich Funderburk Pharmacy

A Knockout -4 Prices Promise to Customers

A public notice proclaims a policy of extreme low prices and honesty. The speaker rejects deceptive advertising and pledges a small profit to keep prices below competitors. It mentions the Godman and Drew-Selby line of shoes as a reference point.

Godman Drew-Selby

The Best Lines on Earth Shoes Ad Claims Leather Quality

A shoe advertisment touts solid cow leather construction with leather sole counter and double toe toe boast. It promises free replacement if any pair fails and mocks competitors as pasteboard imitators while praising the Douglas line and its bald headed eagle reputation.

Douglas

Specil Drive On Winter Wear At Strouse & Bros

Strouse and Bros Clothing offers a cash only sale on winter clothing with suits at cost. A written guarantee with every suit promises no fade or shrink. Overstocked stock invites inspections to see broad clothing trade and low groceries.

Strouse & Bros Clothing Nation Department

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