Farmers win relief to buy flour without equal purchases
Washington action permits South Carolina farmers to buy 70 percent of their normal flour for 30 days by showing other substitute foods on hand. Representative Byrnes and Mr. Hoover pressed for this easing of the food order. Also reports that Parr Shoals dam litigation settlements reduce court docket backlogs and compensate landowners.
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Peers
S. C
Washington
Columbia State
and Byrnes
Hoover
South Carolina
Mr. Hoover
Hicks Improves After Court House Shooting Incident
Florence South Carolina February 11 attorney J W Hicks wounded Friday in the courthouse by Dr William Ilderton who was killed in the gun play also involving Geddings Ilderton son of the dead man Hicks rests comfortably physicians say no complications have set in he is believed out of danger A bundle letters and a metal eyeglass case in his left pocket saved his life one ball pierced both items Geddings Ilderton released on 180 bond Dr Ilderton's body taken to Summerville for burial funeral held there Sunday
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Ilderton
Florence
S. C
J. W. Hicks
Court House
William Ilderton
Gedding Ilderton
Hicks
Geddings Ilderton
Dr. Illderton
Summerville
Pharr Shoals Suits Settled in South Carolina
In Newberry Fairfield and Lexington the community learns that the long running Pharr Shoals suits have reached settlement. The news came from court circles and promises relief for local residents and landholders affected by the dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pharr Shoals
Newberry
S. C
Fairfield
Lexington
Negro kills wife on Denver plantation in South Carolina
Henry Kelly, a Black man on the Denver plantation near Herberts, shot his wife with a 22 caliber pistol, the wound killing her Saturday morning. Kelly surrendered to Sheriff Fant and was said to threaten another Black woman in the house at the time.
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Union
S. C
Henry Kelly
Denver
Herberts
Kelly
Fant
Whiskey Law Tightened by South Carolina Assembly
Columbia South Carolina February 11 the General Assembly passed an act tightening the quarter month permit law. Permits must be issued only in the judge of probate office and by the judge in person. No extra fee beyond ten cents. The judge of probate must verify statements in affidavits.
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Columbia
S. C
General Assembly
House of Representatives
Legislature In Final Lap In South Carolina
Columbia Feb 11 final lap of the General Assembly delays adjournment as Senate meets at 10 am and House at noon with the appropriation bill about 200 000 apart between houses. A free conference panel spent Saturday reporting near insurmountable obstacles and lawmakers were urged to compromise. Council of Defense and county supply bills also head to free conference to settle differences.
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Columbia
S. C
General Assembly
Senate
House
Council of Defense
Wood Fuel Advice Urges Households Buy Now For Winter
County fuel committee members Millard Worth and Wanby warn coal supply will tighten next winter and urge buying wood now. Government action may require verified coal usage and reduce next season’s coal for others. Municipal wood yard holds stock at reasonable prices and can supply. call Cantwell at foot of Wright Street, phone 10.
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Messrs. M.S. Millard
C. W. Worth
John R. Wanby
County Fuel Committee
Municipal Wood Yard
Municipal
R. C. Cantwell
City Fuel Agent
Wright Street
Desertion Charge Arrest of Hicks at Queen Street Home
Charles E. Hicks private in the 115th Machine Gun Battalion Camp Sevier Greenville South Carolina is detained in the county jail on a desertion charge. Sheriff George C. Jackson arrested him at his in laws home on Queen street Sunday night at Captain Thomas J. Gause's request. Hicks wore his uniform and said he returned home due to his wife's illness. He enlisted last April and has served with the command since.
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Charles E. Hicks
Camp Sevier
Greenville
S. C
Thomas J. Gause
Queen Street
George C. Jackson
Gause
Hicks
Hannibal’s Campaign Timeline In Italy
The article notes Hannibal destroyed 300000 troops in Italy during his campaign. It also states that Italy could mobilize about 1000000 men at that period, indicating a substantial potential force beyond Hannibal’s losses.
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Hannibal
Italy
Coburn Blues Parade At Academy Of Music
Coburn Blues for J A Coburn's Greater Minstrels remains popular but changes colors due to Kaiser dyes. The company now outfits in seal brown military coat cap and trousers with red silk and olives. A parade and band concert is set for next Wednesday at 1 o'clock at the Academy of Music with tickets 50 75 and 1 dollar going on sale tomorrow morning.
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Academy of Music
Cinderella Man cast announced for Goldwyn film at Grand
Mae Marsh not the lead in The Cinderella Man Tom Moore chosen as Tony casting director Klauber also selected George Fawcett for Caner and George Farren as Sewall Alec B Francis to play Romney Louis R Grisel Elizabeth Ariaans Mrs J Cogan Dean Raymond and Harry Scarborough are in the sporting cast The Cinderella Man opens today and tomorrow at the Grand with high audience expectations
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Margie
Mae Marsh
Goldwyne
University of Virginia
George Farren
Sewall
Alec B. Francis
Romney
Mr. Francis
Louis R. Grisel
Elizabeth Ariaans
Mrs. J. Cogan
Dean Raymond
Harry Scarborough
Joe Carr’s Famous Belles Open Six Days at Royal Theatre
Matinee at 3 o'clock features Joe Carr’s Famous Belles of Broadway with Joe and Ethel Clark, Charles Golden, Jim Lester. The act promises top vaudeville talent and a stylish chorus, with two nightly shows at 7 and 9. Prices return to 20 and 30 cents with no advance reservations. Come early.
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Joe Carr
Broadway
South
Wilmington Amusement Lovers
Royal Theatre
the Royal
Joe and
Ethel Clark
Charles Golden
Jim Lester
La Creole Hair Dressing Promises Rejuvenated Color
An advertisement promotes La Creole Hair Dressing as a remedy for gray or thinning hair. It claims the product restores natural color, stops dandruff and shedding, and leaves hair dark, thick, and evenly colored. Guaranty offered with money back option.
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LaCreole
la Creole
Jarman and Futrelle
N. C
American general now in command sector of front
With American troops in France a general now leads the sector recently seized from French command. The French commander turned over authority February 6 praising American resolve and pledging defense if attacked. In Fargo North Dakota a loyalty mass meeting Saturday aims to show broad war support with J F T O Connor of Grand Forks as lead speaker.
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France
Fargo
N. D
North Dakota
J. F. T. O’connor
Grands Forks
Underwood Population Sends Forty Soldiers
N. D. Underwood with a population of 422 furnishes 40 soldiers to a regional defense effort. The mobilization highlights local participation in national service.
St Paul to Host Fifteen National Conventions in 1918
The city of St Paul will welcome fifteen national conventions in 1918, bringing prominent organizations and delegates to the capital for meetings, discussions, and civic events.
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St. Paul
Washington Notes Rush of Aliens for Naturalization
Washington reports a surge in applications for naturalization as aliens seek U S citizenship. Officials note the increase follows policy changes and appeals for quicker processing in the capital.
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Washington, D. C
Indigestion Linked to Excess Hydrochloric Acid
A reader notes stomach discomfort from indigestion may stem from too much hydrochloric acid. Medical guidance urges careful assessment and potential dietary adjustments.
Stomach Trouble and Gas Remedies Suggestion
A well known authority explains that indigestion stems from stomach gas and not lack of appetite. He recommends four ounces of Rad Gas in water before meals for a week to neutralize gas and aid digestion, aided by Jad Salts made from mineral acids and lithia for relief.
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Macy
Dental Health Alert Prompts Gum Treatment Study
New York dentists note two thirds avoid brushing and warn against abrading gums. Riggs disease linked to germs. pyorigy therapy offered as medicated massage paste for receding gums and loose teeth. Sold in original packages for one dollar at Jarman & Futrelle in Wilmington.
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Tooth Bru
New York
N. Y
OSH
Greater
Faw
Riggs
Best
Jarman & Futrelle
Wilmington
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Goburn
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Cobu
the Cinderella Man
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Tom Moore
Oliver Morosco
Edward Childs
ROYAL
Famous Belles of
Ethel Carr
Chas. Golden
BIG Vaudeville
APTS
Lester Lucas
George and George
Eddie Clifford
Jass Jugglers
Jiggers
Tom Post
Kent Gage
Ham McBee
Cecil North
Pearce Dilcher
Jas. Bishop
Cabaret Four
Charley Gano
Darktown
Elvington's
Gore
D. L. Gore Company
Pyorigg
Mall
Joe
Addres Plough Chemical
Menipi Tenn
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Gample
Jone
Tgareen
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