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Newspaper
Yorkville Enquirer
Location
York, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1908
Page
4
A Cleveland Plain Dealer humorous item recounts an East Side woman who accepts a suspect dollar, passes it along, and later learns the grocer’s note returning a real dollar owed. The conductor doubted the bill too, but the woman faced no bank visit amid a chuckling miscue.
An Irish jury tale recalls a verdict deadlock with eleven in favor of acquittal. One old juror stays firm, sleeps, and guards a whisky-filled cane, then relents after the others share the drink. He proclaims the change of his stance in classic wit.
State Senator John Fisher recounted a Pennsylvania Capitol investigation tale about a stubborn Indiana County squire. Dick Wilson used a stack of supreme court decisions in a case, only for the justice to cut him off and predict future reversals, declaring judgment against Wilson’s client.
Emily P. Bishop argues deeds match wishes in a parable from her book. A girl sees her brother trap birds, prays for him to reform, then destroys the trap, illustrating mercy and decisive action over sentiment.
A Scotsman at Euston hires a cab to reach Waterloo by 4 p.m. The driver, after long detours, delivers him. At Waterloo the man asks the fare from Euston, pays one shilling and sixpence, then asks the cabman to settle while he buys his ticket.
At a Washington event Senator Fulton recounted a tale from Astoria about an old fisherman who delivered a monthly salmon and expected a tip. He thanked the man hastily and the fisher asked for written proof that no tip would be given, lest his wife think he spent the money on rum.
In a House exchange Big Tim Sullivan and Alexander of Buffalo debated who may speak on finance. Sullivan claimed any member may act as an oracle while Alexander asked for a definition. Sullivan answered that his idea of authority is a man who bluffs beyond his limit.
In Chester Lantern from April 28 Mr Alva Guy and family visited Columbian and Mrs Lottie Aldrich. Miss Sarah Quinton, 68, died April 25 from grip. burial at Evergreen. J J Hardin brought a cockle bur specimen. John McDowell killed by a rolling steel roller while aiding a bolt. A B Small offers rat catching recipe. An unusually large owl was shot at the Presbyterian church. Abe Culp advocates more corn over cotton due to low cotton prices and market outlook. An inquest into J B Sims shot by Ben Stogner found Sims died from gunshot. Ben Stogner and Bob Stogner jailed. bail may be sought.
An account describes a high pressure tube experience with dense fog and deafening noise, detailing sensory effects and pressure physics. It then covers famed mental calculators Case Bertrand and others, noting extraordinary abilities and counterpoints in mathematical skill.
William J. Mills once representing Mutual Life Insurance in Charlotte was arrested in Philadelphia on charges of defrauding Mrs. Hattie W. Bryant of Laurinburg. He collected 1290 from the woman for life insurance and delivered policies for 10000 5000 and 4000 paid up. Mills also took 1400 to place in a Charlotte bank but shipped with it. Insurance Commissioner Young forced repayment of the funds. Mrs. Bryant, later Mrs. McLaughlin, travels to identify the suspect who awaits transportation to Onslow county for trial.
Last year 493 accidents occurred on Washington traction lines. Two hundred seventeen resulted from passengers getting off moving cars backward and two hundred sixteen of the injured were women. The report highlights passenger safety concerns on urban transit.
The article recounts Gauss as a three year old genius who spotted an overtime wage miscalculation and as an adult became a preeminent mathematician. It notes his early mental calculation skill a mental slide rule and his landmark proofs and works including the Disquisitiones Arithmeticae and later focus on astronomy and geodesy.
In Lexington county two young African Americans were condemned for murdering an elderly white woman with an axe to rob her home. Authorities cite cocaine as a key factor, noting that despite a restrictive law, enforcement is lax and crime reports continue.
An Austin letter notes the discovery of missing Pike papers in Mexico City archives by Dr. Herbert E. Bolton of the University of Texas. The documents, copied and soon published, illuminate Gen. Pike’s 1806 07 Texas exploration and the early boundary dispute with Spanish territories.
Yorkville residents report prompt relief from back ache with Doan's Kidney Pills. Mrs. E A Hardin of 158 E Lacy St Chester SC says kidney issues and nervous misery eased after use, praising the remedy and endorsing it. Sold by all dealers, 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Doan's.
A catalog style notice enumerates finger rings scarf pins bracelets brooches hat pins and other jewelry in solid gold gold filled and sterling silver plus plated silverware glassware fine china porcelain lamps and bric a brac including Waterman and Parker Lucky Curve fountain pens.
Local dealer promotes Keystone Riding Cultivator and farm tools with guaranteed maker and own guarantee. Bargains offered to buyers who allow a showroom visit and price comparison. Limited time plan to share profits with purchasers, urging customers to act to secure best inducements.
From April 1 1908 mileage tickets will not be valid for train passage or baggage checks except at non agency stations and stations not open for ticket sales. They must be exchanged at ticket offices for continuous tickets. Save by buying from Southern Railway agents. Higher fares on trains. Contact Southern Railway ticket agents for details. R W Hunt Atlanta Ga J C Lusk Charleston Sc
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