Weather notes on cotton belt and crops
The weekly weather crop summary notes improved conditions in central cotton regions while the Carolinas and Florida face grassy crops and unpromising prospects. Georgia shows cultivation gains, Louisiana and Texas hold steady with rains needed. Also included are pension news, a bounty order on deserters, gold production figures, a Kentucky race track figure, and a New York World commentary on census density and westward push.
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Weather Bureau
Cotton Belt
Carolinas
Florida
Georgia
South Carolina
Louisiana
Texas
Pelemeria Decker
Philadelphia
Washington
Pennsylvania Volunteers
Decker
United States Army
Quartermaster’s Department
New York World
South Africa
Transvaal
Jack Chinn
Kentucky
Goebel
New York
Wyoming
Nevada
Arizona
New Mexico
Montana
Idaho
Alaska
Rhode Island
Union
Massachusetts
New Jersey
Connecticut
Pennsylvania
Maryland
Ohio
Uncle Sam
Disease Outbreak Among City Draft Horses Declares Alarm
The new epidemic hits heavy draft horses in downtown districts with fever cough and weakness. Dr. McCaffery of the New York Veterinary Hospital calls it the most serious outbreak since 1874, when thousands died and tens of thousands were made useless. Most trucking then used oxen.
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Manhattan
F. J. McCaffery
New York Veterinary Hospital
New York
South Carolina Grand Jury Mob Law Question Referenced
The passage notes South Carolina's quiet political mood amid statewide activity. It cites Jupee Neville of Mississippi who compelled a recently empaneled grand jury to swear on mob law, with jurors opposing mob law being rejected. A dispensary test for Charleston grand jurors is suggested.
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Jupee Neville
Mississippi
Charleston
Cuban agitation over annexation gains Havana attention
La Lurcha, a leading Cuban organ in Havana, begins agitation for Cuba to join the United States. The stance is seen as sensible if Washington will accept, but the patriot faction will resist until they have tried to lead.
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la Lurcha
Havana
Cuba
United States
Yellow fever outlook after Cuban evacuation
An exchange notes American occupation ending yellow fever in Cuba but warns the disease may return after patriots take charge. It argues the fever’s return could be less severe than consequences of evacuation by U S forces.
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Cuba
Repair of Catawba river bridge urged despite funding gap
The suggestion by Mr John McElhaney to repair the Catawba river bridge immediately is supported as necessary to avoid collapse during the summer. The supervisor notes funds are not available and a private party would need to finance permanent repairs, with the risk of damage if delayed and a freshet could occur within six weeks.
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John McElhaney
Catawba River
The
Yorkville Enquirer
Fort Mill
York County
T. G. Culp
Dinkins's
Wright
Dinkins's Ferry
John W. McElhaney
S. C
McLaurin Defends Bryan on Crisp Speakership Issue
The article recounts McLaurin rebutting misrepresentations about his stance on Crisp for speaker in 1894. It notes Bryan opposed Crisp due to being a Confederate veteran, a view McLaurin supports, and cites Watterson and Newberry remarks. It confirms Bryan voted against Crisp and denies any claim Bryan supported Crisp.
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Senator McLaurin
Mr. Bryan
Crisp
McLaurin
Bryan
Newberry
Pawers
Georgia
House of Representatives
Urey Woodson
Kentucky
Kansas City
N. Y. Herald
Henry Watterson
Congress
South
Rail disaster near Peru claims many lives
Sixteen people were killed and fifty seriously injured in a railway smashup near Peru Indiana last Wednesday. The report notes a high casualty count and implies chaotic aftermath at the scene.
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Peru
Indiana
Lusitania
New Foundland
Seventh National Bank of New York
Keystone
W. Va
Virginia Constitutional Convention
Catawba Falls land sold amid wheat notes and town updates
Correspondent from Yorkville Enquirer reports Mr F H Barber sold a 400 acre tract at Catawba Falls for 3500 with a rich syndicate owning western river land for early development. Finley visits town as wheat crop declines after recent shocks and rains. House of E N Faris struck by lightning. local health remains good with diphtheria improving in Ebenezer.
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Yorkville Enquirer
Rock Hill
F. H. Barber
Catawba Falls
E. N. Faris
Oakland
Congressman Finley
J. H Miller
Ebenezer
Repaired Bridge Links Fort Mill to York County
Fort Mill township regains river bridge access after freshet damage. Editor notes concerns about bridge safety and urges prompt replacement to prevent future risk. Describes prior ferries washed away and ongoing travel challenges across the Catawba river.
Lockhart Couple Wed as Union Bride Elopes
Lockhart, June 23. Mr Jamies Parks of Lockhart and Miss Ida Bailey of Union were married by Rev W White. An excursion by the Lockhart corner band to Columbia is set for July 13 leaving at 7 am and returning at midnight with Prof R J Herndon D A McNeely and C C Dargan in charge. A shower and wind occurred yesterday morning but caused no notable damage. Mr W K Livingston is on a measure trip to Seneca.
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Yorkville Enquirer
Lockhart
Jamies Parks
Ida Bailey
Union
W. White
Columbia
R. J. Herndon
D. A. McNeely
C. C. Dargan
W. K. Livingston
Seneca
Strikers Arrested as Riot and Assault Charged in Columbia
Warrants issued for W. G. Gravelly C Lee Utter C L McGallis and C E Bison on riot and assault and battery charges after a strike at Southern railway shops in Columbia Sunday morning. Bond set at 350 each. Exposition carpenters strike in Charleston threatens no major delay. Reverend Patrick Chambers dies after axe attack by son in law Dan Roach. Roach in custody awaiting July 8 court. Epworth orphanage details reported in Columbia.
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W. G. Gravelly
C Lee Utter
C. L. McGallis
C. E. Bison
Southern Railway
Columbia
Marshall
Tragic Lightning Claims Huss Family Near Crouse
Gastonia Gazette reports Captain J. A. Huss visited his brother William Huss near Crouse when a storm struck while William and his son hoeing cotton. The father and elder son died, the younger son was unconscious, and efforts to revive him failed. The storm caused a lull before the fatal thunderclap and damaged communications delayed details. Captain Huss planned to attend the funeral and return home.
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Gastonia
J. A. Huss
William
Crouse
Charlotte Observer
William Huss
Capt
Huss
Capt. Huss
Pay or Governors in Alabama Look to Raise Governor Salary
The Alabama constitutional convention debates raising governor salary from 3000 to 5000 a year. The Kansas City Times argues pay should attract talent without inviting corruption, noting southern states pay too little to lure capable leaders.
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Kansas City Times
Henderson Praises King Edward In London Interview
David B. Henderson, speaker of the U S House, told an Associated Press reporter in London that he enjoyed a frank and agreeable half hour with King Edward. He said England is a cordial friend and that the nations speak with American progress in mind.
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David B. Henderson
United States
House of Representatives
Associated Press
London
King Edward
America
England
Local Advertisers and Notices Highlight Community Businesses
Water department warns water consumers to pay rents by July 10. Local firms publicize sales and services including Strauss discount wear for men and boys, York Drug Store ten day talcum sale, Ko teas from Louis Roth, Due West Female College advantages, Keller screen doors and tools, Loan and Savings Bank saving appeal, J Q Wray New York cost sale, John B Williams water pails and jars, I W Johnson vinegars and sugars, and T W Speck jewelry repair.
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M. C. Willis
H. C. Strauss & Co
York Drug Store
Louis Roth
Jas. Boyce
Due West
Ss. C
J. J. Keller & Co
Loan and Savings Bank
J. Q. Wray
New York
John B. Williams
I. W. Johnson
T. W. Speck
June Real Estate Transfers Logged in County Office
Transfers filed in June include Bethesda parcels from W. H. Hicklin to Marion Dargan totaling 181 acres and 4479 acres for 5500 dollars and numerous Yorkville Catawba and King's Mountain transactions. Notable entries cover Laura A Williams to multiple buyers, tracts including lots and buildings, alleys, and nominal considerations, plus church trust parcel transfers and several small lot sales across Yorkville and surrounding towns.
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W. H. Hicklin
Marion Dargan
Catawba
Laura A. Williams
J. M. Cherry
J. J. Anderson
Mary R. Fewell
W. J. Caveny
Perry G. Roddey
Hugh E. White
J.M. Cherry
Alice L. Anderson
Jessie I. Fewell
R. E. Tompkins
Nannie R. Tompkins
Kate
York
Musical entertainment at Yorkville hall draws crowd
Prof Crockett of Clinton Institute gave a colored audience a lively concert in Friendly Ald Hall last Tuesday night with 10 cent admission. Pigeons from Northern lofts arrived for release at sunrise on favorable mornings, under H H Beard.
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Crockett
Clinton Institute
Rock Hill
Yorkville
H. H. Beard
Carroll
Stover Value and Shredding Impact in Yorkville Farm Lesson
The Enquirer notes farmers face a dilemma as M L Thomasson argues shredding corn for stover could raise value and yields. Thomasson, now unable to lead wage hands, relies on cropping and finds croppers prefer fodder, while observers believe stover could fetch $15 to $20 a ton despite labor challenges.
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Enquirer
Stover
M. L. Thomasson
Yorkville
Mr. Thomasson
Notable Balance of Renters Landlords and Profits
The passage weighs the value of quality living space against cost and effort. It argues that higher rent can benefit both tenant and owner, suggesting maximum profit with minimal work as a key consideration for all parties involved.
Local Social and Travel Notes From Nearby Town
Mrs J F McElwee left for Philadelphia to join her husband. Fred Williams returned to Fort McPherson Atlanta. Wilma Logan and Master Logan Jr visit Bethesda township. S A McElwee came back from Albemarle NC. Bess Giles visited Sadie Shannon at Leminack. Brooks Good sent an eye with a three embossed. Cadets Paul Neel Moore and Tscharner DeGraffenreid visit Chester. George the infant son of Emmet Walker died. R A Bratton cut his right hand in a binder wheel. no bones broken. Mamie Lyles returned to Chester from a visit with Mamie Moore. R J Mackerell and family homebound from Lancaster. J J Keller and wife traveled to Henrietta NC, return next Monday. Dr Miles Walker of Yorkville collects Indian relics with a large arrowhead and spearhead collection. He notes dark flint likely from elsewhere, not found locally.
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J. F. McElwee
Philadelphia
Fred Williams
Fort McPherson
Atlanta
Brooks Good
Hoodtown
Adets Paul Neel Moore
Tscharner DeGraffenreid
Chester
George
Emmet Walker
Zadok
R. R. A. Bratton
Miles Walker
Yorkville
Glanders Detected on Massey Plantation at Tirzah
State Veterinary Surgeon Nesom from Clemson College identifies glanders on Mr Henry Masseys Tirzah plantation after two mules are shot and a third held under quarantine awaiting serum tests. The infected stock is isolated and a barn was burned per orders.
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Henry Massey
Tirzah
Nesom
Clemson College
Washington
Massey
Lumbering Suspended and Busy York County Workers
A county wide halt on sawmills due to cotton and corn field labor needs. Clover Manufacturing’s artesian well yields eight gallons per minute, while workers stay busy across York County. The Cliff Hotel nears completion as carpenters and painters finish preparations. Harvest proceeds despite unfavorable weather, with threshers in action.
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Clover Manufacturing Company
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Lake City
John Henry Parker
Mayesville
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Pendleton
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Sumter
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Young Stack
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Asheville
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J. A. Carroll
South Carolina News
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Dan Roach
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Chambers
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Epworth
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Bethesda
W. Brown Wylie
R. H. Dobson
W. A. Corkill
M. H. Metts
W. G. White
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Co. J. Robinson
Ada Faulkner
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W. B. Wylie
B. M. Dobson
S. L. Hobbs
Locai
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Cliff Hotel
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