Clothing Drive Aids Belgians Under German Occupation
Messages from Washington report March 18 to 25 as American Red Cross coordinates with the Commission for Relief in Belgium to collect used and surplus clothing for distribution in Belgium and northern France. Herbert Hoover chairs the relief effort and pledges transportation and packing costs. lists of acceptable garments and avoidances are provided, urging sturdy shoes and mud-free items.
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George H. Manning
Washington, D. C
American Cross
United States
Belgium
Belum
Herbert Hoover
Red Cross Aoters
Red Cross
Ed Cross
Commision For Relief
Rman
Bel
France
North
Brussels
Rail crossings condemned between Prosperity and Newberry
The Railroad Commission passed resolutions condemning all highway crossings between Prosperity and Newberry over the Southern Railway and the Columbia Newberry Laurens Railroad. Boyd Crossing is excepted and a request was made to build a northern-side extension. Passenger trains must hold for express loading, especially foodstuffs.
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Railroad Commission
Columbia
N. C
Prosperity
Newberry
Southern Railway
Columbia, Newberry & Laurens
Boyd
Southern
Duel Leaves McInvale Wounded and Culpepper Struck
A duel ended with McInvale hit by three bullets and Culpepper struck in the clothing. The feud between the men was long standing with prior physical clashes noted.
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MclInvaile
Culpeper
Anderson Daniels acquitted in murder case
Anderson Daniels was acquitted of murder after a one hour jury deliberation in Florence South Carolina. He claimed self defense in the shooting of his brother Wilbur Daniels at the family home near Hannah on December 24, 1916. The prominent county family drew a crowded courtroom for the full day trial.
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Daniels
Florence
S. C
Anderson Daniels
Wilbur Daniels
Hannah
Darlington Shooting Flighted After Dog Dispute
In Hartsville near Hartsville G L Culpepper shot C H Melnivaile. Melnivaile seriously hurt and rushed to Florence Hospital. Culpepper, arrested and jailed in Darlington, faces shooting charges after a prior dog incident with McInvaile led to a confrontation on a road by a field.
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Darlington
S. G
G. L. Culpepper
C .H. MelInvaile
Hartsville
Culpepper
Melnvaile
Florence
McInvaile
McIin
Mistrial Declared in Burdett Stoddard Killing Case
A mistrial was ordered in the State versus Robert Burdett over the July Dial Township killing of David D. Stoddard after nine hours of jury deliberation with no verdict reached.
Child Fatally Burned at Alcoln Home
Vernon Collins, two year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Don G. Collins, died Tuesday from burns when his clothing caught fire in front of the fireplace. The child was described as bright and a favorite, and extensive sympathy is offered to the bereaved parents.
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Alcoln
S. C
Vernon Collins
Don G. Collins
Irish to Show Loyalty to U S on St Patrick's Day
New York officials report the Ancient Order of Hibernians and allied groups vote to turn St Patrick's Day into an American display. Marchers will carry service flags with a star for each member in the U S armed forces. A women’s march division appears for the first time in the city parade.
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New York
Vassar
Wellesley
Smith
Mount Holyoke
Bernard
Intercollegiate
Debating League of Women’s Colleges
United States
U. S
St. Patrick’s Day
Order of Hibernians
America
United States Army
Navy
Princeton Alumni Reunion in Boston Hosts Hibben at Dinner
President Hibben attends as guest of honor at the Princeton Alumni Association of New England annual dinner and reunion at Hotel Bellevue Boston. A large turnout of Princeton men in military service is expected, boosting enthusiasm for the event.
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Boston
Mass
Hibben
University
Princeton Aluumni Association of
New England
Hotel Bellevue
Princeton
Parcel post limit raised to 70 pounds in zones one to three
Washington March 15 announces new parcel post rules raising the maximum weight to 70 pounds for fourth class mail including farm and factory products and books. The change, effective today, increases the limit by 20 pounds across the first three zones.
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Washington, D. C
Miller's Antiseptic Oil Promoted as Pain Killer
An advertisement touts Miller's Antiseptic Oil as a universal remedy for rheumatic and neuralgic pains and many ailments. It claims quick relief for cuts burns sore throat croup diphtheria and tonsillitis and promises no substitute with money-back guarantees. Bottles priced 25c 50c and 1.00 by Robert R. Bellamy Drug Co.
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Robert R. Bellamy Drug Co
Gas substitutes proposed for acetylene welding use
The notice suggests Thermalene gas as a substitute for acetylene gas, especially for welding, noting a pounds over the maximum provided in the schedule previously in force.
Watch Your Blood Supply Use S S S Purifier
An advertisement touts S S S as a pure vegetable blood purifier. It claims druggists endorse its reliability and offers a free sample or guidance from the Medical Director at Swift Laboratory. The copy emphasizes long market presence and broad pharmacist familiarity.
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Swift Laboratory
Ruth Hazleton’s Gladioli Bring Hope and Visitors
Ruth Hazleton inhales from loneliness as Uncle John’s gladioli bulbs sprout into a thriving field. The blooms decorate funerals and weddings, bring sales income, and draw visitors, while letters from Uncle John link grief, generosity, and faith in a shared spirit marching on.
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John
John Hazleton
Litchfield
Ruth Hazelton
Etselda
Ruth
Uncle John
S. D
Gladiolus
Ely's Cream Balm Relief for Cold and Catarrh
Fragrant antiseptic cream relieves nasal congestion, headaches, and mucous discharge. A small bottle from the druggist clears air passages, soothes swollen membranes, and provides instant relief for cold or catarrh.
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Ely
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Federal Point
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Carolina Beach
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Arrow Brand
Miller
American Boy” Scout Shoes Scouts
Peterson & Rulp
My Bank
Fowler
N. Jacobi Hardware CO
Will
Eparewell
Nises
van Wit
Mr. Greenleaf
Ruth Hazleton
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