Tragedy at Rock Hill ends in murder arrest
Harry A Brown a Rock Hill painter was shot and killed in his home. Paul R Bratton a Yorkville commercial salesman was arrested after an inquest found Brown died by pistol shot from Bratton with Joe S Bratton named as accessory. Debates over motive involve Brown and Mrs Bratton and a prior confrontation.
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Election contest shapes county sheriff race in Sept
In Kershaw county, the Democratic executive committee discussed the sheriff election between Willan and rival candidate. LOU Williams edged Vranthan by eight votes amid alleged irregularities in several counties. Witnesses testified as counsel for both sides prepared for another primary on Oct 2 to settle the race.
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Personnel reshaping of the State's Legislature
The State Me retires are all in and the results show a largely new general assembly to be elected in November. In Stewart County the Demi slv ticket may exclude black lawmakers, a shift unseen in years. Senate and house show many new members. only a minority are holdovers. The tally indicates about 90 new members across both houses, with several established political figures left home this cycle. The mix includes former house members becoming senators and vice versa.
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Mystery Letters Tied to Fatal North Carolina Case
A sequence of anonymous letters from Mrs Mentton. threats to kill if her husband did not flee with her. a planned elopement turns deadly. a killer strikes Friday night. Five letters, now with Mrs Brown, were moved to Rock Hill, then buried at Steele Creek Church after a police escort.Mrs Brown, daughter of Mr PA Neal, was a known Steele Creek figure.
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No Right to Uglyness in Health Advice Ad
An early 20th century advertisement claims feminine beauty stems from health. It links constipation, kidney trouble, and weak nerves to pimples and a dull complexion, promoting Electric Bitters as a remedy to regulate stomach and kidneys, purify blood, and improve appearance. Crawford Drug Store.
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Pitiable Toll of Tidal Wave Leaves Orphans
Galveston reports the most pitiable result of the tidal wave as children left alone after parents and relatives were killed. The State is taking care of as many orphans as possible.
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Ccare
New Pension Law Overhauls County Boards in State
Comptroller Dorham announces new pension law replacing county boards and detailing strict application procedures for soldiers and widows. Applications must be filed on new forms with oath, witness affidavits, and auditor certificates. County boards of four ex- Federate veterans plus a physician will assess eligibility annually each January.
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General Assembly
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