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Newspaper
Yorkville Enquirer
Location
York, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1908
Page
3
A Rock Hill correspondent reports a 117 pound sturgeon captured in a trap at Jones’ old mill on the Catawba River. The fish was exhibited in Rock Hill and such catches, while not unheard of, are rarer in these waters than in the past.
Frost last week killed much cotton across the state with Aiken especially hard hit where nearly all standing cotton was destroyed or damaged.
The Eastview school near Mr. C. C Hughes hosted closing exercises on Friday May 1 with about 150 locals in attendance. County Superintendent McMackin chaired while Rev. G. Murray opened with prayer and praised the community for its school building efforts.
First Presbyterian invites a Wednesday prayer meeting at 8 o'clock in the evening while Trinity Methodist Episcopal holds a similar service at 7 46 o'clock.
All parties interested in Salem Cemetery are requested to meet there next Friday morning in May for the purpose of cleaning up the premises. J. L. Strain.
The ad asserts the value of buying high grade dependable furniture for years of use. It highlights bedroom parlor and dining room sets, iron beds, lounges, rockers, rugs and carpets, promising quality style and price to fit the buyer’s needs. It invites customers to visit and be shown why buying from the store is in their interest.
An ad proclaims buyers can pay with cash or on credit and receive a square deal every time. It emphasizes flexible payment options and consistent value for customers.
John R. Logan, a former clerk of court candidate and public official, declares his bid for York County Supervisor as a Democrat. He urges party support and pledges full effort to duties if elected, noting past campaigns and broad citizen backing.
The examination for vacant scholarships at Winthrop College and for new student admission will be held at the County Court House on Friday July 3 at 9 a.m. Applicants must be at least fifteen. Scholarships are worth 100 and free tuition. Apply to President Johnson for examination blanks. The next session opens September 16, 1908. For information write to President D B Johnson Rock Hill S C.
Local dealer promotes a limited time sale of surreys and buggies with guaranteed maker quality. They offer profit sharing with buyers and pledge to show prices and terms to win orders. Keystone Riding Cultivator agents highlight the best option and cheap Planters and Farm Distributors are advertised.
Advertises laundry stoves that burn charcoal and can be placed anywhere. Claims thorough cleaning with minimal heat, saving fuel, time, and labor while avoiding heating the house. Several sizes priced 90c to $1.50 each with accompanying charcoal pellets.
A letter from J. G. Taylor of Holyoke Mass dated May 8 1907 praises The Mutual Benefit Life Insurance Co of Newark and its agent O L Cowles Springfield Mass. He notes eight policies all in force with faith in the company and agent and highlights over sixteen years since his first policy and satisfaction with service. Also mentions blotting paper advertisement at five cents per sheet.
An advertisement offers full cleaning services for men’s uniforms and women’s skirts. Clients may send work to the advertiser’s home or leave it at W. E. Ferguson’s store, with a promise of thorough, satisfactory results at reasonable prices.
A catalog listing items including solid gold and gold filled jewelry, sterling silverware, pressed glass, fine china, lamps, bric-a-brac, and Waterman Parker fountain pens. Highlights include rings, scarf pins, bracelets, brooches, hat pins, and other silver and glass wares.
Guernsey cows and heifers for sale with pure cream at 25 cents a quart available at the farm or delivered on Tuesdays and Fridays. Pigs priced at 2.60 and 5 dollars each. J. Meek Burns, manager. Jan. 26.
A local ad touts Chewing Tobaccos with brands like Brown's Mule Nellie Ogburn Ma le Sugar Rich and Waxy Schnapps N natural Leaf Drummer Monarch Apple Sun Cure Hancock's Maritana and others It also invites customers to inquire about Teas and Coffees promising the best.
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