Dispensary Vote in Lancaster County Draws Prohibition Debate
Lancaster County voters went against the dispensary by a large margin last Tuesday, mirroring earlier prohibition trends. The piece notes political tensions over the dispensary, questions State Board funding, and cites speeches by McLaurin and Tillman on prohibition versus dispensary. The Herth Jones Co advertises Wheeler & Wilson sewing machines at cost.
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Marion County
Lancaster
McLaurin
Marion
Tillman
News and Courier
Edgefield Advertiser
Herth-Jones Co
Wheeler & Wilson
Notice to all Persons In debted to Lancaster Mercantile Co
Notice to all persons indebted to Lancaster Mercantile Co. The firm says it made business changes last year and must collect past due notes and accounts to settle with late members. It warns past due amounts will be turned over to their lawyer for collection if not arranged promptly.
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Lancaster Mercantine Co
Desperate Fight Ends in Dispensary Defeat
A detailed county race reports the anti dispensary victory with 226 to 1 089 votes. The text notes last minute tactics failed as voters traveled to secure tax receipts and registration hurdles, with Forks providing no support for the dispensary.
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Hamer
Mullins
Tillman
Clement
Forks
Ed Darham Arrested Again for Selling Liquor in Cherokee Pinch
Paragraphs describe Ed Darham’s repeated liquor sales charges in Cherokee Pinch, noting a prior S100 fine a month earlier and subsequent arrest. The piece laments the conduct, urges strict enforcement, and claims the county elected to ban liquor sales after a February vote, warning others to stop.
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Ed Darham
Fise
Be Yerdant Officials Target Crowded Blind Tiger
A stern crackdown aims to deter illegal taverns as authorities vow strict enforcement to prevent any operation resembling a blind tiger and curb underground drinking. Police plan intensified patrols and raids to deter smugglers and patrons alike.
Inquest Details Killing of Joe Ben Coleman by Eugene Blease
The inquest into Joe Ben Coleman’s death reports Blease warned Coleman to leave the country and stay away from his wife. Coleman refused, Blease armed him, and a struggle led to Coleman’s shooting. Lystanders intervened as Blease fired, killing Coleman. Also notes a dispensary issue tied to Union and Newberry counties.
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Joe Ben Coleman
Eugene Blease
Blease
Coler N
Coleman
Blease Coleman
Lease
Lystanders
Commander Johnson Sentenced To Hang For Murder
The State's case in Conway reports Commander Johnson found guilty of murder of Rev. H. D. Grainger with Charlotte Simmons found guilty as an accessory and given mercy recommendation. Johnson to hang on the second Friday in December. Simmons bailed at 500 dollars. Jury deliberated all night after a lengthy trial at the general sessions.
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Conway
Court of General Sessions
Johnson
Charlotte Mons
H. D. Grainger
Sanford
W.B Wait
Sollicitor Johnson
Genilty
Fons Nitty
Charlotte Simin
Wn Simmons
Gary
Charlotte Rey
Haraion D. Grainger
Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills Offer Relief for Periodic Pains
A testimonial highlights Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills relieving monthly backache and nervous headaches. The letter claims quick relief without morphine or opiates and notes a money back guarantee if the first dose fails. 25 doses cost 25 cents, sold by druggists.
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Miles
Park
South Bend
Ind
Bull Miles Medical Co
Elkhart
Notion Department Gents' Furnishings Feature
Notion Department highlights gents' fittings and wardrobe staples with practical styling tips and product notes. A light feature guides readers on current trends and smart purchases for men.
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Columbia
Newberry
Orangeburg Times
Democrat
Rev
Harmon de Grainger
Notion Department
Strouse Bros
Ing
Heuglass
Eneough
Drew Selby
Hess Deiragona
Prume
London Paragekee
Heath-Jones Company
Department Store
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