Negro Hoodooed by Gypsies on Umberger Farm near Concord
A Black laborer named Walter Witherspoon working for B L Umberger near Concord NC was allegedly hoodooed by Gypsies last Friday. They used charms and stole two dollars from him before grain was recovered. deputies pursued but made no arrests.
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Walter Witherspoon
B. L. Umberger
Umberger Place
Concord
N. C
Bunce
Honeycutt
Mr. Umberger
Caleb Goodman
Farmers Push Remedy With Hoes and Plows
Yorkville reports on the 1913 currency debate as farmers press for relief. They argue the policy should be easier for farmers and push forward their practical remedies amid legislative wrangling.
Noted Respect for American Law Echoed in Exchange
An exchange remarks the familiarity of the Japanese with American law and finds it remarkable. It questions why if Japanese cannot buy American law from American lawyers.
Japanese Reply Accuses U S of Violating Fourteenth Amendment
A Japanese statement contends the United States breaches the Fourteenth Amendment in its alien land law controversy, asserting that the Japanese view on the U S content is largely correct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Georgia trends hint at Little Joe Brown seeking U.S. Senate
Reports in Georgia suggest Little Joe Brown, who defeated Hoke Smith for governor and then challenged him again, may run for Smiths U S Senate seat. The chatter centers on Brown aiming to capitalize on his earlier political comeback and the ongoing interest in Smiths national bid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Little Joe Brown
Hoke Smith
Smith
United States Senate
Record Coldest June Weather Hits Mid Atlantic and Nearby
Weather bureau reported the coldest June on record across the mid Atlantic New England and Great Lakes regions with frost predicted tonight in northern states and frost observed last night in many northern states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middle Atlantic
New England
Middle Ohio Valley
Great Lake
Weather Bureau
Passenger trains 7 and 8 praised for Carolina service
The article argues that the territory south of the North Carolina line needs the passenger service provided by trains 7 and 8 and hopes the service will generate business, benefiting both the railroad and the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Carolina Line
Cotton supply debate heats world demand question
The Wall Street Journal reported speculative arguments over whether the South can raise enough cotton to meet next year’s world demand. The piece leans toward the negative side, but producers should not be misled as prices may stay suppressed regardless of the final supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Wall Street Journal
War Likely as Bulgaria Faces Crisis in Cabinet
Dispatches from London Belgrade and Sofia indicate war with Greece and Servia is practically certain after June 12. The date is fixed to end the Bulgarian cabinet crisis. The quarrel stems from disagreements over territory taken from Turkey.
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London
Belgrade
Sofia
Bulgaria
Greece
Servia
Turkey
Record gains in editorial and news columns in South Carolina
The Columbia Record shows notable improvement in editorials and news columns over recent months, signaling new brains and capital. There is talk of a forthcoming morning edition, though specifics are not yet advised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia Record
South Carolina
Greenwood Index Reports Abandoned New York Trip
President Watson of the South Carolina Press Association says the Clyde line trip to New York is canceled due to insufficient members willing to guarantee reservations at reduced rates. Members would like to go, but deadhead business is scarce and cash is required.
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Watson
South Carlina Press Association
The
Greenwood Index
New York
Clyde
Bamberg editor opposes Hapgood speech at Palms meeting
Wilks Knight of the Bamberg Herald attacks Norman Hapgood for an insulting Collier’s Weekly article about Southern women. He objects to Hapgood addressing the South Carolina Press association annual meeting at Isle of Palms on June 27, saying southern whites should not hear him.
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Wilks Knight
Bamberg Herald
Norman Hapgood
South Carolina Press Association
Knight
State Press Association
Isle of Palms
South
Collier's Weekly
Hapgood
Four candidates talked of for circuit judgeship vacancy
In event Judge Gage moves to associate justice there is talk of four possible successors. G. W. S. Hart of Yorkville C W Spencer and W J Cherry of Rock Hill and Ernest Moore are named as potential candidates.
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Gage
G. W. S. Hart
Yorkville
W. F. Spencer
W. J. Cherry
Rock Hill
Ernest Moore
Judge Jones Re Election Rumor and Tobacco Trust Tax Debate
The Enquirer favors R. W. Memminger as the best candidate for the supreme bench, while speculation on Judge Ira B. Jones's re election remains unconfirmed. A Wall Street scare arose from a rumored administration plan for a progressive tax on tobacco output to target trusts, but officials deny a serious purpose to apply it.
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Lancaster
Ira B. Jones
Supreme Bench
The
Enquirer
R. W. Memminger
Woods
American Tobacco Trust
Wall Street
McReynolds
Wilson accused of lobbying influence on tariff votes
The editorial alleges President Wilson and the Democratic caucus wielded patronage to sway tariff votes. It argues there is no concrete evidence, notes the risk to Democrats who dodge the platform, and urges any truly opposed Democrat to vote against the bill despite potential consequences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Townsend
Michigan
Democratic Secret Caucus
Congress
King's Mountain Battle Site and Celebrations Debate
A Charlotte Observer note discusses the King's Mountain battle site and celebratory events, noting South Carolina provided many troops and suggesting the monument location and timing be reconsidered. It highlights broader trends in battlefield memory including Bennington and Stark’s victory commemorations.
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King’s Mountain
N. C
Charlotte
South Carolina
Col. Williams
Edward Lacey
Tennessee
North Carolina
Spartanburg
Cowpens
Morgan
Bennington
New York Line
New York State
New York Evening Post
Stark
New Hampshire
Massachusetts
New York
Vermont
Congress Faces Uncertain Currency Reform Debate
The article weighs how Congress may shape currency reform amid limited expert knowledge. It contrasts proposals to entrust control to national banks with calls for government regulation, arguing money as lifeblood of commerce ties to broader political and social power.
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Congress
Debate over currency reform under Wilson and Aldrich
The text contrasts two currency reform ideas. Aldrich favors central control by banks, while Wilson prefers regional banks guided by government. It debates basis for circulation, gold alone or gold with rediscounted paper, and notes anticipated White House guidance in a forthcoming message. It argues the current system needs radical reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McAdoo
United States
National Bank
Glass
House Banking and Currency Committee
Sub
New York
Berlin
London
Bank of England
Canada
Aldrich
Wilson
Congress
Yorkville Enquirer denies seeking office while defending fairness
The Yorkville Enquirer proclaims it is independent and not pursuing political favors, while Greenwood Journal notes the paper’s defense may be overstrong. The exchange questions motives, mentions Governor Blease, and discusses acceptance of public offices and duties to readers.
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Yorkville Enquirer
Enquirer
South Carolina
The
White House
Webb Bill
Greenwood Journal
Blease
Wilson
Judge Woods Resigns After Blease Telegrams
Governor Cole L. Blease accepts the resignation of South Carolina Supreme Court associate justice Charles A. Woods as Woods prepares to become a United States circuit judge for the fourth judicial district. The telegrams from Richmond and Columbia confirm the action.
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Judge Woods
Blease
Richmond
Cole L. Blease
South Carolina
Columbia
S. C
United States
Fourth Judicial Circuit
Supreme Court of South Carolina
Charles A. Woods
Various notices and ads from local businesses and officials
Close of business June 4th statements from National Bank. Notices include debtors and creditors of estates J Meek and Mrs Margaret Burns, administration requests for J T Wilkerson, and a probate judge’s notice. Advertisements from Thomson Co Belk Co Cloud Cash Store and Yorkville merchants promote sales, seed and fertilizer, summer goods, and special offers. University of South Carolina exam date announced. multiple business promos urge patronage and savings.
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National Bank
Sharon
A. D. Dorsett
E. Quinn
J. Meek
Margaret
Thomson Co
First National Bank
Yorkville
Cloud Cash
Sam Kassler
trick-Belk Co
York Supply Co
McConnell Dry Goods Co
University of South Carolina
Court House
L. R. Williams
T. A. Wilkerson
J. T. Wilkerson
Sam M. Grist
Palmetto Monument Co
Pubisis Gobditiod St
Local notes sweep through Clover county and nearby towns
A mix of small town items runs through Clover area news. Prisoners count remains low with a positive short term outlook for ad sessions. Tax notices urge payment, markets report beans tomatoes and occasional chicken, liquor trade quiet after recent arrests. Crops look ahead as rains fall in Yorkville area. A Clinton College degree event prompts a quip about the nature of preacher titles.
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Clover
The
Enquirer
Yorkville
E. E. Gillespie
W. B. Arrowood
Sharon
Clinton College
R.M. Stevenson
8. H. Hay
Erskine College
Dr. Stevenson
Post Office Change to Second Class in Yorkville
Yorkville post office to enter second class within months raising postmaster salary to 2000 dollars per year and enabling free delivery once streets are numbered and names signed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yorkville
The
Enquirer
Bloodhounds at York stockade show promise in tracking escapes
York county stockade keeps several bloodhounds to chase escaping convicts. Two young enslaved men reportedly outrun the dogs with an hour head start, turning the hounds back exhausted after short distances.
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York County Stockade
Yorkville Summer Socials Highlight Local Residents
Miss James Sanders of Chester visits Mrs. C. H. Smith in Yorkville R F D 4. Miss Sallie Anderson of Summerton stays with Miss Olive Walker in Yorkville. William M. Allison of Charlotte spends Sunday in Yorkville. Rodney and Lyle Love of Erskine College return to Yorkville. Leon Plaxco of Erskine at home in Yorkville for summer. Prof. Joseph A. Maclean spends summer in Europe after sailing from New York. Maggie Beckham of Lancaster visits her brother James Beckham in Yorkville. Essie Beamguard of Yorkville visits Bowling Green parents. Zula McKnight, former Van Wyck teacher, returns to Yorkville R F D 5 for summer. Boyce Plaxco and sister Mary of Erskine College return to Yorkville R F C No 1 for summer. John R. Logan Jr. of Yorkville attends Clemson commencement. Mrs. W. M. McConnell of Yorkville departs to visit relatives in Memphis. Mr. and Mrs. M. C. Willis Jr. of]
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James Sanders
Chester
C. H. Smith
Yorkville
Sallie Anderson
Summerton
Olive Walker
William M. Allison
Charlotte
Rodney and
Lyle Love
Erskine College
No. 3
Leon Plaxco
Joseph A. Maclean
Europe
New York
Maggie Beckham
Lancaster
James Beckham
Essie Beamguard
Bowling Green
Zula McKnight
van Wyck
Boy
Fort Lawn and Yorkville residents travel for university events
Atlan stayed with Mr. M C Willis family and Miss Anna Cherry in Fort Lawn North Carolina. Messrs Andral Sherer George and Perry Ashe from Yorkville began a walk to Brevard North Carolina to visit Mrs M Mac and Mr M L Dickson. Miss Janies of Clover left for Columbia to attend the South Carolina University commencement exercises.
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Atlan
M. C.willis
Yorkville
George Ty Schorb
Anna Cherry
Fort Lawn
N. C
Messrs
Andral Sherer
George and Perry Ashe
Brevard
M. Mac
M. L. Dickson
Dinshite
Janies
State Tomato Club announces first contest rules
The South Carolina state department of agriculture, with Miss Edith Parrott of Winthrop College, announces the first State Tomato Club contest aligned with the girls demonstration work of the U S Bureau of Plant Industry. Entries are limited to girls 10 to 18 who join the farm demonstration club and plant at least one tenth of an acre.
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State Department of Agriculture
Edith Parrott
Ar 1
Watson
United States Bureau of Plant Industry
Winthrop College
Rock Hill
8. C
Miss Parrott
Girls’ Farm Demonstration Club
Carolina Life Insurance Company
Columbia
Commissioner of Agriculture
Clergymen Honored by Clinton College and Local Tragedy
Clinton College conferred the D D degree on Rev. E E Gillespie of Yorkville and Rev. W B Arrowood of Sharon. Mattie Crawford a Black woman died at the county home from burns suffered four weeks earlier after epileptic fits caused her to fall into a fire. Death Sunday brought relief after severe injuries. New trains announced for June 29 under railroad commission orders affecting Carolina and nearby routes.
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Washington
War Department
Gettysburg National Park
Pennsylvania
Presidio
Monterey
Cal
Yale
Harvard
Princeton
Cornell
University of South Carolina
Clemson College
Garrison
Congress
Wilson
Townsend
Sutherland
Reed
Missouri
Greenville
Spartanburg
Hugh B. Buist
Buist
E. T. Buist
First Presbyterian Church
Emma Anderson
Spartanburg County
Lula Buist Clyde
G. A. Buist
Furman University
Gillespie and
Arrowood
Clinton College
E. E. Gillespie
Yorkville
W. B. Arrowood
Sharon
Mattie Crawford
Railroad Commission
The
Carolina and
Smyre's Creek
Catawba College
Catawba
North Western railway extends runs to Chester from June
Railway notices announce Nos 7 and 8 extended to Chester from June 29 with No 8 leaving Chester at 1.30 pm and arriving Gastonia 3.10 pm while No 7 departs Gastonia at 10.00 am and arrives Chester at 11.40 am. Also reports wider local fatalities wrecks and celebration plans for King's Mountain anniversary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North-Western Railway Company
Chester
Yorkville
Gastonia
Postal Department Changes Under New Administration Highlights
Postmaster General Burleson outlines rapid staffing increases, emergency appropriations, and route expansions as part of postal service reforms. The plan includes adding clerks and carriers, funding temporary hires, consolidating postmaster positions, expanding rural delivery to 200,000 residents, halting backstamping delays, and adjusting parcel post and Sunday newspaper rates with Canada.
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Burleson
Congress
Senate
Canadian Postal Service
Canada
Call to action to curb dangerous food and drug products
In Columbia, a South Carolina official urges aggressive enforcement of state and federal pure food and drug laws. He accuses firms, big and small, of supplying adulterated goods harming infants and impacting dairy, meat, and canned products, demanding swift action and full cooperation of health agencies.
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South Carolina
Yeaterday
Atson
State Department of Agriculture
Prem
State Board of Health
Maeve
Columbia 2
Indictments Hit United Mine Workers Officials in Federal Case
Giuseppe Pomaro an Italian arrested at Youngstown Ohio and eighteen other UMWA officials indicted in federal court in West Virginia on Sherman antitrust charges. A factory in Pennsylvania plans to ship German manufactured small cream separators to other states amid a conspiracy claim. A doctor removed a bichloride of mercury tablet from a patient and expects recovery. George M Wagner Philadelphia lawyer missing with accounts short. William Wood president of American Woolen charged with planting dynamite in Lawrence textile strike found not guilty.
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Giuseppe Pomaro
Youngstown
United Mine Workers of America
Oecr
Ww. Va
Saurday
Pennsylvania
Germany
Aeiger
George M. Wagner
Philadelphia
Swim Wo Swood
American’ Woolen Company
Boston
Lawrence
Literary Links Host Pleasant June Gathering
Mrs. A. M. Erwin entertained the Literary Links last Friday afternoon from 4 to 6 with Melba crossword puzzles and music led by Miss Lula Arrowood. Refreshments were served by Sallie Scott and Evelyn Erwin as attendees recalled "good old times."
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yorkville Hinquirer
Sharon
A. M. Erwin
Lula Arrowood
Sallie Scott
Evelyn Erwin
J. M. Brice
E. R. Shannon
E. B. Hunter
H. W. Shannon
J. 8. Rainey
J. H. Saye
C. O. Burruss
L. H. Good
C. L.nnedy
W. L. Hill
W. G. Arrow
Rock Hill
Roger Smarr
W. T. Smarr
Bullock’s Creek
Arrowood
North Carolina
W. B. Arrowood
Mary Youngblood
J. M. Youngblood
Jo Byers
Winthrop College
J. A. Whiteside
Lucile
William Whiteside
Burruss
D. L. Good
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Stock Exchange
San Francisco
Union Pacific
Commission Houses
Local Affairs
Chaingang Bloodhounds
Tomato Club Rules
J. H. Lockridge
Ancona
Rose St Camet
Yome Py
Bee Gillespie
Lockridge
Tae
W. C
J. P
D. P
M. Lockridge
Nimrod Parker
Starr S. Brown
Brown
Manchester
King's Mountain
Charlotte Observer
William Jennings Bryan
Bryan
Breckenridge
Campbell
United States Army
Battle of King’s Mountain
Postal Department
Agricultural Department
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