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Newspaper
Yorkville Enquirer
Location
York, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1903
Page
4
A downtown merchant dies and a humor piece recalls a stranger who, after returning his lost watch and chain for a reward, merely re-enacts the theft and departs with both items. The tale, sourced to the New York Evening Post, sits beside other old-time jests about exams, excuses, and a sharp maid’s bold fibs.
State Senator Shirley of Maine recalls meeting Bill Nye who notes he was born in Shirley Maine and wonders if the town was named for an ancestor. The senator admits he did not know of a Maine town named Shirley until Nye mentions it.
A Washington Star quip features a severe man asking if one ever descends to hypocrisy. Mr Bliggins replies he once listened to his daughter's commencement essay and pretended to be entertained as if at a baseball game.
A man at a drug store asks to look up his address in the city directory after ringing the night bell. The druggist answers from the window and confirms the store is open at night. The exchange appears in the Philadelphia Ledger with humorous tone.
An aged Scotch minister boasted of preaching two hours and twenty minutes last Sunday. His friend asked if it weary him but the minister replied that the sermon did not tire him, only the congregation.
A four year old boy lost his hat in the river but explained to his father that he could not blow away because he was fastened to his feet, a remark noted by the Presbyterian.
A humorous exchange at a boarding house notes a change in morning meals. Leavitt asks about breakfast while Stayer explains some mornings only bacon is served, highlighting irregularities in the service.
Reports on J W Moore's discharge after a May 23 dam explosion injury leaving him blind. Census of local incidents includes a quail story from Granny's Quarter, a Clover death, and social notes on residents and visitors. Prison case from Bozeman involving Rev J Barr Harris sparks local comment and possible pardon efforts. Also coverage of inspections, crop reports, river work, and area church collections.
A traveler recalls a California sheep ranch where half a dozen collies save the owner about $15 a month each, outperform two men, and guard 10,000 sheep nightly. Dawn routines reveal the dogs sorting flocks by scent and movement while the owner guides grazing shifts to fresh pastures.
The article notes that cavalry losses include more than battle deaths, detailing the 1863 remount bureau and its impact. It cites 188,718 horses purchased in the year to June 30, 1864, and that the Army of the Potomac required two remounts and 40,000 horses in eight months. It explains daily needs of 500 animals for all armies and that one animal served for every two soldiers. It compares British South Africa experience as a parallel.
The piece explores elephants as primary draught labor in Burmahs lumbering, noting elephants haul, carry, and place logs with minimal human input. It contrasts elephant efficiency with ox labor, describes mahouts, and recounts a famed tale of an elephant and a heavier log, illustrating elephant sagacity in forestry operations.
In a brief exchange a child asks if someone can be arrested for cheating a baby. Her mother explains the idea while recounting Margery’s concern about a neighbor who supposedly watered a baby's bottle.
The Widow Duck and Mr. Rooster attend the barnyard fowls picnic. Her black bonnet dye stains lemonade and the couple topple into pie and milk. The scene ends with gobblers roaring with laughter at their clumsy misfortune.
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Effective April 19 1903 schedules show daily No 15 and No 14 trains between Blacksburg and Kingsville with listed departure and arrival times at Camden Kershaw Lancaster Catawba Rock Hill Tirzah Yorkville Sharon Hickory Smyrna and Blacksburg. Additional services No 33 daily and No 86 daily between Blacksburg and Marion with departures from Blacksburg to Marion and reverse. For more information contact W H Taylor Asst G P A Atlanta and R W Hunt Div Pass Agt Charleston.
On July 8 9 and 10 1903 the Southern Railway will sell round trip excursion tickets to Atlanta Ga for the National Convention of B P U of America. One first class fare plus 25 cents for the round trip. Final return July 15. Vestibuled trains elegant Pullman sleeping car and dining car service. Inquiries to any Southern Railway agent or R W Hon Division Passenger Agent Charleston.
A notice offers purebred poultry including Andalusians Brown Leghorns Black Minorcas Barred Plymouth Rocks Indian Games War Horse Pit Games and Bronze Turkeys. The seller promises reliable references and satisfactory dealings.
The Enquirer previews Abner Daniel as a kind hearted humorous figure with dry wit and homespun proverbs. Readers are assured a lively character whose tales from village life reveal philosophy and comic wisdom. The novel is praised by multiple newspapers as highly readable and entertaining.
A Boston Watchman opinion praises a book as lively and entertaining with consistent sentiment. The work is described as engaging enough to be read aloud, maintaining reader interest through every chapter from start to finish.
The Chicago Inter Ocean lauds Abner Daniel as a vivid read. It praises each character as a distinct personality with strong, memorable presence throughout the story.
The jollity of the book stands out as a salient quality. It bubbles with fun from start to finish and presents a distinct type of humor. The core remains sweet and wholesome and the work feels thoroughly original.
The Baltimore Sun notes that Abner Daniel shares the same broad, apolitical humor as David Harum. It highlights how the book captures the thorough, savory flavor of the south through gentle, residing charm and character.
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