Scars of Scandal Across Nations and Courts
A lengthy digest notes John Delaney confessing to non union structure inspection for dynamite placement, Red Lopez executed in Cananea, Wilson backing Underwood wool tariff while Bryan opposes, Supreme Court chief Justice White forming equity rules committee, and broader push for reform in corruption and federal election practices. Washington reports on Taft, Judge Gary, Carnegie, and Lorimer scandal implications as reform unfolds nationwide.
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Muskogee
Okla
John Delaney
John J. McNamara
International Association of Bridge and Iron Workers of America
Harry Egan
Muskogee Phoenix
Cananea
State of Sonora
Mexico
Red” Lopez
Francisco I. Madero, S Jr
Agua Prieta
Lopez
Arthur
Red) Lopez
Lomiell
Lamiell
Washington
Gov
Woodrow Wilson
New Jersey
Bryan
Underwood
Wilson
Clark
White
Supreme Court of the United States
Equity Courts
United States
Lurton
van Devanter
Beff and lumber trusts seek a senate seat for henchman?
A Senate committee meeting grew tense as questions arise about bribery linked to the election of Lorimer. Senator Kenyon pressed the panel to probe beef and lumber trusts for their role in Lorimer’s ascent, while others face prior corruption prosecutions. A telegram from Lorimer to Dillingham suggests resignation rumors are unfounded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beef Trust
Lumber Trust
Senate
United States
Kenyon
Lorimer
Dillingham
Yorkville Enquirer Mail Matter Notice
The Yorkville Enquirer is entered at the Post Office in Yorkville as mail matter of the second class.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yorkville
Diaz labeled has been in Yoreville column chatter
A scattered, humorous column notes Diaz as a has been and his comeback hopes fade. Father Knickerbocker mentions Rubens exhibit coming to town as regional chatter, plus a quip on South Carolina’s dispensary issue and a hot day remark. Felder’s book unfinished but shows progress in early chapter. Clyde Line fish menu teases a local gag.
Paroled Convicts Rally in South Carolina Threats
A letter mocks Governor Blease and censor, warning of rising ex convict numbers in South Carolina and predicting the formation of a Paroled Convicts association as a possible political risk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Editors Sing Favorite Ballad On New York Trip
A playful note recalls editors’ preferred song during their New York journey. The favorite ballad is described as a humorous plea to depart the ship and step ashore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Bryan Declares Not a Candidate in Washington Speech
W. J. Bryan reportedly said in Washington last week that he is not a candidate and will not be drawn into the contest. The remark leaves his stance unclear while denying any bid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Bryan
Washington
Parcel Post Battle Persists Between Express Firms
Combat between express companies and the parcel post establishment continues throughout the season and beyond, with industry players opposing but facing gradual implementation as the system advances.
Columbia Police Crack Down On Sunday Sales
Columbia police announce a sharp crackdown on Sunday sales of soft drinks and cigars. Officials warn that alcoholic beverages may still be available as usual, prompting questions about enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia
Clearing house refuses Sena tor Lorimer bank business
The Chicago clearing house refuses to handle the bank business of Senator Lorimer amid concerns the funds may be tainted, signaling worry over financial ties and propriety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Lorimer
Clearing House
Cotton acreage rise hints at bigger yields ahead
Note suggests a substantial expansion in cotton acreage will likely boost yields, but picking season is months away.
Asheville Hospital Receives Seized Liquor for Ward Expansion
An Asheville hospital in North Carolina received about 700 dollars worth of liquor seized from illegal liquor sellers. The hospital plans to use the liquor to equip more wards to accommodate the sick.
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Asheville
N. C
Wireless Telegraph President's Fraud Nets Millions
Wilson, convicted head of the Wireless Telegraph company, exploited a scheme to profit from paper valued at about 19 cents per pound, netting roughly $1,500,000 for a lot of seemingly worthless stock.
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Wilson
Wireless Telegraph Company
Governor urged to sue Felder for criminal libel
Public readers urged the governor to file a criminal libel suit against Mr. Felder to clear his name and defend South Carolina’s reputation against what supporters call nauseating charges. The caller asks whether the governor will accept the challenge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Felder
South Carolina
Felder
Felder invites Governor Blease to sue for criminal libel
Mr. Felder challenges Governor Blease to file criminal libel charges in federal court and offers to post bond for the amount and expenses. He hopes the governor accepts, saying a federal trial would settle the issue and reveal what kind of man the South Carolina governor is.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Felder
Blease
South Carolina
Postal Service Ends Year Generating Small Surplus
Postmaster General Hitchcock opened the last fiscal year with an estimated deficit near 17 million dollars and failed to raise newspaper and magazine postage. The department will close June 30 with the deficit wiped out and a two to three million dollar credit. Experts say reforms in business methods are more needed than higher rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hitchcock
Postal Department
Duel Challenge Follows Allegations Between Felder and Blease
The piece questions Felder’s public challenge to Governor Blease to a duel and notes debate over evidence on bribery accusations. It recalls Felder and Lyon’s roles in the old winding-up commission and discusses forgery claims around “T. B.” and “Cole” letters, with varied public opinion on guilt.
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Felder
Blease
Lyon
T. B
Mr. Blease
Cole
Governor Blease
Mr. Felder
Gov. Blease
Gov to sue Felder in Federal court over Nicel dispute
A proposal suggests Gov. should sue Mr. Felder in federal court for a substantial amount to settle the matter. The move would allow both sides to present their charges and seek a round sum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov
Mr. Felder
Nicel
Governor Blease Responds To Felder Letters
A Columbia Record interview quotes Governor Blease denying involvement in forged letters signed Cole and vows to pursue Felder for alleged corrupt practices. He accuses Felder of graft and says a reckoning is coming as the commission continues its investigations. The Greenville News also reports Hub Evans disputing Felder’s claims and asserting Blease’s integrity in money matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blease
The
Daily Record
Col. T. B. Felder
Cole
Col. Felder
Felder
Columbia Record
Hub Evans
Greenville News
Columbia
H. H. Evans
Dispensary Board of the Directors
Atlanta Constitution
Hub
Hub H. Evans
Hars
Cole L. Blease
Tom Felder
Cole L
United States
Eighth Circuit
Aiken Board Responds To Militia Encampment Bid
The Aiken board of trade declines further funding for militia encampment facilities citing prior costs and unpaid bills. City council offers site and water and invites a regiment or larger group to encamp if suitable inducements are provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aiken Board of Trade
Adjutant General's Office
News and Courier
Board of Trade
City of
Aiken
Lewis
Alken
Local ads and notices from Yorkville area businesses
Short notices from local firms include cottage for sale or rent on East Liberty street, a Yorkville Creamery stock meeting July 6, a millinery and muslin underwear sale, bank advisory notes, and price reductions on men’s clothing. Local suppliers advertise Kingan hams, pig and dairy feeds, animal collars, victor machines at ten to one hundred dollars, seven day sale highlights and more merchant offers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. W. Carroll
East Liberty Street
Bun Brydges
Yorkville Creamery Association
Kirkpatrick-Belk Co
National Union Bank
Rock Hill
J. L. Williams & Co
R. J. Herndon
York Supply Co
Kingan
Yorkville Hardware Co
Clover Drug Store
Clover
Victor
Thomson Co
Yorkville Named for Postal Savings Bank in Rock Hill
The Rock Hill post office is designated as a postal savings bank and will begin business June 27. Yorkville shows waterworks electric lights sewerage and a needed public park while praising York county graduates as the prettiest and smartest. Confederate veterans and Winnie Davis chapter guests declare Yorkville the best town in the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gastonia
Yorkville
Winthrop College
York County
Hitchcock
Rock Hill
Yorkville Cornet
Dixie
Winnie Davis
Court House Yard
Corn Club Boys Eye Banner Year Amid Dry Weather
The York County corn club boys express resolve despite dry conditions. They prepared prize acres, fertilized, planted selected seed and have good stands. With continued rain in late June and July they expect big corn yields and pride for their community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corn Club
York County
Crops Report From York County Farmer
A prominent York County farmer reports corn stands are generally good though plants are smaller due to thorough cultivation and dry weather. Cotton stands are poor overall, with two thirds of average, better on sandy land than red soil where seeds may have perished. Mc Connellsville area shows very poor stands but not far behind the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York County
McConnellsville
Certificates Granted to Yorkville Teachers on Recent Exam
The county board of education completed grading for the Yorkville teachers’ examination. Certificates were awarded to multiple first second and third grade candidates including Mary McCall Grace Black Nellie Russell John McCants Rosa Jackson Beulah Meiers Ethel Biggers and J Wallace Marshall among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Board of Education
Yorkville
Mary McCall
Kittie Blair
Nellie Russell
Ethel M. Steele
Orissa Gunter
Morgan Faris
Nellie White
Mary E. Gettys
Paul Stroup
Carrie Garrison
Patti Major
Lillie L. Ferguson
Bessie Huggins
Docla Higgins
Willie Dorah
Curlyce Lathan
Ola Gunter
Reba Sanders
Laura Therrell
Katherine Irby
Ruth de L. Hyer
Georgia Belle Dulin
Susie B. Rabb
Bessie Green
Anne Foster
Mary Land
Sarah Lee Black
John McCants
Nellie Shealy
Mary Russell
Pearl Sherer
Rosa Jackson
Jessie Marshall
Bess Sanders
Mary Connolly
Ruth Ferguson
N. P. Ferguson
Beulah Meiers
Elfrieda Poag
Ella Wise
Mary Johnston
J. Roy Grayson
Ethel Biggers
Eula Whisonant
J. Wallace Marshall
Carrie Smoak
Government Crop Report on U S Cotton Planting and Condition
The crop report shows U S cotton area about 35,004,000 acres for this year, 104.7 percent of last year’s. May 25 condition 87.8 percent, above 80.2 percent year ago and near the ten year average. state details list acres and condition by Virginia to California with varying percentages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Crop Reporting Board
Department of Agriculture
States
P. c. Con
Virginia
N. Carolina
S. Carolina
Georgia
Florida
Alabama
Mississippi
Louisiana
Arkansas
Tennessee
Missouri
Oklahoma
California
Measles Case Report and Town News from Yorkville
In Yorkville area last week merchants saw steady business while a few measles cases were reported nearby. The waterworks filter unit nears readiness and a water wagon aids dust control. Dr. M J Walker picked his first 1911 ripe tomato amid dry weather. Winnie Davis chapter UDC held annual meeting naming officers and suspending for summer. Confederate veterans were entertained with automobile rides as most town cars were used for the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yorkville
M. J. Walker
Walker
Winnie Davis
United Daughters of the Confederacy
John J. Hunter
John S. Jones
Ada Faulconer
Annie W. Marshall
Yorkville Plans Summer Baseball With Secured Finances
Promoters announce Yorkville will host a summer baseball season with a pledged $750, $250 from season ticket sales, and guarantees up to $500 to cover management. A courthouse meeting yesterday confirmed the financial setup and commitment to field a winning team.
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Yorkville
Court House
Regional league eyed for mutual baseball protection
Chester Gastonia and Yorkville push formation of a six team league with Rock Hill likely joining. Agreement sets 700 dollar monthly salaries, 200 dollar bonds per team for a ten week season. A June 19 opening is hoped as Shelby and Monroe are invited to join. Chester reports 135 season tickets sold at 7.50 each.
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Chester
Gastonia
Yorkville
National Baseball Commission
Rock Hill
Shelby
Monroe
Opera House
Ross
Confederate Veterans Remember York County Confederate Dinner
The Winnie Davis Chapter Daughters of the Confederacy hosted Yorkville veterans and guests for a June 1 dinner. Hundreds of veterans, wives, widows, and relatives enjoyed a full meal in a warm, hospitable setting with memories of the Civil War recounted by attendees and a blessing from Rev. J. Fletcher Anderson. Approximately 150 people were served by the chapter’s ladies, with thanks offered by John R. Hart Esq. and a closing benediction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Confederate Veterans of
York County
Winnie Davis
Daughters of the Confederacy
Yorkville
Virginia
Court House
Hart
J. F. Anderson
J. Harry Foster
Mr. Fosters
W. A. Burns
F. Gwin
T. W. Clawson
W. D. Moore
W. A. Love
J. P. Duncan
H. A. Brakefield
M.S. Carroll
M. L. Thomasson
J. M. Michaels
W. A. Sherer
L. D. Lindsay
F. C. Davidson
W. R. Conrad
E. McSwain
8. L. Davidson
W. H. McConnell
A. J. White
J. L. Gardner
Meek
T. F. Meek
A. E. Gettys
J. E. Plexico
J. C. Harper
T. P. McConnell
J. L. Rainey
J. W. Y. Dickson
R. W. Westmoreland
Mrs
White
R. Conrad
Sease
Wm. Barber
R. E. Jones
Jno. Childers
M. E. Childers
Bessie Wright
J. Fletcher Anderson
Jno
R. Hart
W. 8. Goley
W. P. Wallace
Dick Ray
D. B. Ray
G. L. Dover
J. B. Grant
Wm. Jones
A. A. Barron
B. P. Ashe
J. B. Faulconer
Albert Goley
John R. Hart
Fsq
Yorkville Notes On Local Visits And Travel
Congressman Finley remains at his Yorkville home for a few days. Many residents and visitors travel among Clover, Union, Camden, and Charleston for family and civic duties. Notables like Miss Margaret Marshall and Miss Leila Boykin visit relatives while Mr. Tom Cartwright and Mr. Tom Moore return home for the summer and church trustees meet in Charleston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congressman Finley
Yorkville
Margaret Marshall
Clover
Lila Jackson
Lizzie Wood
Filbert
Brice
Columbia
Albert Hill
Spartanburg
Yorkville News Roundup of Weddings and Graduations
Miss Frances Finley graduated from the South Carolina College for Women and returned home to Yorkville. Several Yorkville residents and Winthrop College students have traveled home for the summer. Engagement announced between Lillian Jones and R. W. Lowry of Yorkville with a June wedding. Courtney Anderson returns from Columbia University to spend summer with his parents. A Fort Mill couple invites guests to Lillie Belk and John Cleon Hunter’s June fifteenth Fort Mill wedding. Dr J B Mack departs College Park Presbyterian due to health reasons after a farewell reception at The Pinery. Two local graduates from Erskine Theological Seminary are C. B. Betts and W. W. Boyce Jr. Betts spoke on Christian unity and doctrinal loyalty, Boyce on the apologetic value of foreign missions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. T. Schorb
Frances Finley
South Carolina College For Women
Columbia
Yorkville
Anna Lewis
Mabel Ashe
Anna Schorb
Mary Cartwright
Kate O'Farrell
Winthrop College
Atlanta Journal
W. D. Jones
Rome
Lillian
R. W. Lowry
Courtney Anderson
Columbia University
New York
J. Fletcher Anderson
R. Glenn Allison
Baltimore
Maryland University Hospital
J. Leonidas Massey
Fort Mill
Lillie Belk
John Cleon Hunter
Atlanta Constitution
Betts
Boyce
Farmers' Union York County meeting shows continued vitality
At the regular monthly Farmers' Union gathering in York County only six unions were represented but President Ashe expressed confidence that interest remains strong and will continue to aid farmers in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Union of
York County
Court House
Ashe
Farmers’ Union
South Carolina Sees Vote On New Jasper County In July
A July 18 election will decide if portions of Hampton and Beaufort counties form a new Jasper County. Officials say the prospects for the county’s creation are bright. Insurance fee distributions show Richland, Charleston, and York counties with notable totals, while overall new capital in South Carolina exceeds 1910 figures as of mid year.
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Hampton
Beaufort
Jasper
F. H. McMaster
R. H. Jennings
Richland
Charleston
Saluda
York County
Columbia
South Carolina
R. M. McCown
South Carolina Guards to Join Mexican Border Manoeuvres
The fifth detail of the South Carolina National Guard will depart June 10 for a fourteen day border manoeuvre. Twelve officers from three regiments will serve, led by Col William W. Lewis and captains from the First, Second and Third Infantry. Columbia Record notes dispensary commission sessions Tuesday with members including John Wallace and B Frank Kelley. The commission will consider vouchers from the contempt case against former chair Dr William J Murray and the transfer of $25,000, with only one of five banks named as an accredited state depository.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Carolina Enterprises
South Carolina National Guard
Adjutant General
First Infantry
William W. Lewis
P. E. McNulty, Jr
J. Frost Walker, Jr
William R. Richey, Jr
Second Infantry
James D. Gillespie
N. C. von Treskow
Jacob C. Herlong
R. F. McKorell
Third Infantry
Julius Cogswell
James C. Clotworthy
Joseph McQ. Moorer
Charles J. Levy
Columbia Record
John Wallace
Charleston
B. Frank Kelley
Bishopville
Thos. F. Brantley
Orangeburg
Fred H. Dominick
Newberry
Wm. J. Murray
Jennings
Lyon on Commission Principles in Dispensary Fight
Attorney General Lyon declares willingness to aid the state dispensary probe and disputes the commission’s chosen counsel. He argues past efforts by Felder and associates recovered debts, uncovered grafts, and he offers to supervise litigation while employing needed attorneys with the commission’s approval.
Attorney General Proposes Court Ruling On Case Duty
In a letter J Fraser Lyon proposes the Supreme Court resolve whether the attorney general must possess all case facta and asserts willingness to take on the matter personally if the court finds no duty against him. He requests cooperation or alternative means to resolve the issue and asks to be relieved if no duty exists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
J. Fraser Lyon
Record Oil Plant Fire in Chalmet Louisiana
A lightning bolt caused a fire that destroyed the Record Oil Refining plant at Chalmette, Louisiana. The blaze consumed 1,000,000 gallons of oil and a warehouse valued at about $160,000.
Hickory Grove Notes and Local Mix of News
The Yorkville Enquirer reports drought stress near Hickory Grove with crops drying and potential trouble if rain does not come. Local baseball saw Hickory Grove defeat McConnells 16 to 4 on McConnellsville grounds with Slaughter pitching. Community visits include John Leech at Piedmont Mineral Springs and Mrs. Raimes visiting from Sharon, plus several locals visiting relatives and attending on and off.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hickory Grove
McConnellsville
Slaughter
Hardin
Youriaen
John Leech
Piedmont Mineral Springs
Raimes
Sharon
Martin
Eva
Fair Forest
R. H. Holliday
Tom Leelie
Inman
Cleo Leslie
S. T. Cade
Bordeaux
W. T. Slaughter
Andres
Camden
Cooney
Messrs. Mason and
Alex Smith
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Federal Office of Public Roads
Union
Page
Maryland
North Carolina
Tennessee Line
Texas
Pittsburg
Taft
Western Economic Society
Finance Committee
Gary
United Steel Corporation
Congressional Investigation Committee
Andrew Carnegie
London
Court of Commerce
Privileges and Elections
Senate Committee
Kern
Ike" Stephenson
Wisconsin
Stephenson
William Lorimer
Senate Committee On Privileges and Elections
Yorkville Enquirer
Yoreville, 5
Diaz
Father Knickerbocker
Rubens
Governor Blease and
Atlanta
Local Affairs
the Corn Club Boys
Baseball
the Confederate Veterans
the Farmers’ Union
Yorkville Girls
Mothers’ and Teachers’ Club
Bon-Air School
Rock Hill Bonds
Record
J. B. Johnson
Leach & Co
Spate Elmore
Charlotte Observer
J. Crawford Biggs
Gaston Superior Court
George A. Jenkins
Elmore
Jenkins
South Carolina News
T. B. Felder
Messrs
Murray
Richland Distillery Company
State Dispensary
State Dispensary Commission
Investi
Record Oil Refining Company
Chalmet
Francisco I. Madero
Juarez
A. J. Renkl
Augusta
Secret Service
Dego Redo
Sinaloa
Caleb Powers
Kentucky
Alexander Holloman
Richmond
Patrick Crump
Memphis
Tenn
Congressman Roddenberry
Roddenberry
Kansas
Naval School
Annapolis
Department of Justice
Wickersham
Standard Oil
American Tobacco Companies
Salt Lake City
Worcester
Mass
Yosemite Valley
Marshall
Indiana
Democratic Edritorial Association
Bernardo Reyes
Northwest
Great Lakes
Fale
Elvan
Moss
Enright
New York City
Henry A. Schieb
Staunton
John F. Gaynor
Honolulu
Hawaii
Gaynor
Traleo
Ala
Walter P. Ewart
Charlotte
Gomez, Mataria
Morelos Collo
Columbus
Lgislature
Beaton
Knox
Congressional Investigating Committee
Secretary of State
Day
Middle States
Mexico City
Southern Railway
Hickory Grove Notes
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