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Newspaper
Yorkville Enquirer
Location
York, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1908
Page
2
Democratic county conventions across Texas last Tuesday unified behind Bryan for president and instructed delegates for him in many counties including vice presidential slots. Bailey supporters prevail in some counties with broad delegate majorities and calls for anti corporate public officer laws in others like Dallas.
Judge Pritchard issued two orders in the receivership matter. The first stays proceedings under the original order until the appeal is resolved upon an approved bond of 175000 by the petitioners, with counsel protesting the bond amount. The second allows the dispensary commission to draw up to 25000 from bank deposits to pay debts and admin expenses. Chief Justice Fuller will sit on the case at the next hearing.
A Yorkville editorial argues the county Democrats must show courage in interpreting the road question and defends continuing Mr. Bryan in party leadership, criticizing those calling opponents conspirators.
A reflection on how politicians sometimes switch sides or cling to fixed beliefs. It contrasts flexible actors who rarely progress with steadfast figures who may retreat briefly but reemerge, underscoring the pull of compromise versus consistency in political life.
U S publishers across the country push an inquiry into wood pulp and print paper costs. They testify prices rose from 1.50 to 2.50 per hundred pounds with little competition, and argue that tariff removal would lower costs without crippling paper makers.
The editorial mocks the county convention leaders as long‑running insiders and says most voters in South Carolina care little whether Bryan is Democrats’ nominee. It notes attendance at precinct meetings vs county conventions and concludes the result mirrors general apathy toward the nomination.
The article argues cotton prices are driven by seller willingness rather than fixed value. It notes farmers controlled supply, spinners stockpiled and then paused purchases, and that trying to force 12 cents would have collapsed prices to five or six. It concludes farmers must withhold selling to raise prices.
Prices for raw cotton rise as spinners lack enough fiber to fulfill contracts. Farmers holding out may secure good terms, but widespread sales will push prices down quickly. The observed uptick stems from the need for actual cotton by mills.
The author argues that honesty remains strong and self-sustaining despite concerns about widespread dishonesty. Individuals must guard themselves and avoid copying deceit, as truth is shaped by parental and social training and remains invincible when truly genuine.
At the South Carolina Fire Insurance Agents annual meeting in Columbia last Wednesday the group unanimously adopted a set of resolutions calling on the insurance commissioner to visit the Southeastern Tariff association headquarters for official information. The plan also urges the president or a designee to accompany the commissioner to Atlanta to meet Tariff authorities and requests a copy of the resolutions be sent to the insurance commissioner.
The Atlantic battleship fleet arrived in San Francisco in a celebratory review following a 14 000 mile cruise and three weeks of target practice. Governor and mayor greet the ships as Pacific coast crowds cheer the historic visit.
Insurance Commissioner McMaster urges state agents to invest a portion of their funds in South Carolina. He argues the postwar drain of premiums hinders local development and banks lack ready cash to finance ventures. He claims SC offers liberal, attractive securities and mutual benefits if investing bodies better understand the region.
Grand jury in general sessions court returns true bills against J. S. Richardson Jr. once Southern Express agent in Greenville. He faces charges of short changing his accounts by several thousand dollars. He is out of town but expected to return to post bond. The case will not be heard this term.
W G Turner seeks owner for stray dog in Sharon. J E Carroll lists lumber at 90c per hundred. Scoggins announces school tax election in district 30 Hickory Grove May 20. Palace Theatre shows The Holiday and Il Rewarded Honest tonight. Luther Baker sells Ess tee dee hair tonic. Star Drug Store promotes Peninsular and New Era paints. Herndon Gordon lists grocery hardware tobaccos stocked. J L Williams Co offers suitcases $1.25 to $6. Yorkville Hardware sells Steel King cultivators and cotton hoes. M W White warns about lost opportunities via others facilities. Thomson Co urges watching ads. Mr. Thomson buying more goods. D E Boney asks insurance for livestock against wind, fire, lightning. York Drug Store highlights toilet articles. Loan and Savings Bank reports over $250k resources and $80k capital. Yorkville B F & M Co offers reduced white goods. gold ring with $20 purchase. First National Bank notes saving basics. J Q Wray promotes reduced prices on dresses, menswear, and groceries. York Furniture Co offers hammocks and picture fittings. Carroll Furniture Co has cooking stoves and quotes prices. Fosten Milburn Co Buffalo prints testimonial on Dean's Kidney pills. see fourth page.
The Cherokee county Democratic convention endorsed Hon. T. B. Butler for congress. A local note mentions Allen Plaxico of Sharon sending a cockle burr with mature burrs, a sign interpreted as unusual for the season. Weather and winds through April and May hinder cotton farmers, with wind eroding the crop after a brief good spell.
Town residents attend a unique Fiddler’s convention tonight in the courthouse. The Yorkville Baptist church held its annual roll call last Sunday noting Pastor Rev. I. G. Murray and his wife will attend the Southern Baptist convention and stay in Hot Springs for a month of baths. Rev. Raleigh Wright will assist in August.
The roll of Confederate dead buried in Yorkville cemeteries is published with seven previously omitted names and two added burials from the past year. The list includes numerous familiar surnames and veterans, reflecting local memory of the Civil War dead.
Mr James Sherer attended the district conference of the Methodist church in Rock Hill. James Cansler tours Cher okee urging his bid for railroad commissioner. The condition of Mr Joseph F Wallace improves and friends expect recovery soon. Congressman Finley said congress adjournment timing uncertain but May end is likely. Mr C 20 Welsh of Lincolnton has taken a Yorkville post to run the C N W railroad section with his family at the Metts house near the old depot. Charlotte Observer notes many Charlotte friends of Rev Dr
R G Miller pastor of Sardis ARP church is ill at his home after returning from a presbytery meeting in Yorkville S C. He previously required treatment in Baltimore and friends hope for a speedy recovery.
A New York Associated Press dispatch reports a nervous cotton market with an early sharp break followed by a strong recovery to new highs for the current bull run. Close at a net advance of 19 to 20 points, with 275000 bales sold. Receipts at ports: 11125 bales. New Orleans 3434. Houston 1388. Week totals rise to 65000. Memphisbullish spot signals and Liverpool buying pressure noted.
The piece urges candidates to conduct thorough house to house canvassing to win votes. It argues that even those who claim they never ask for votes should actively make themselves known and engage voters. It contrasts active canvassing with limited committee rounds and recalls strong past norms of exhaustive local canvassing.
Local subscribers in York county pledge funds to back a premium contest for best corn yields. The goal is a minimum five hundred dollars, with The Enquirer noting receipts and forwarding records to A. L. Black, secretary and treasurer, before September 1, 1908.
The York County Commissioners approved opening a public road from Yorkville to Gabbie’s Ford and funded a bridge project after a prior road was discontinued. They authorized a steel bridge over Broad River near Howell’s Ferry with shared costs with Cherokee County, to boost trade. The meeting included calls and ordination plans for several ministers and a strong address encouraging entering ministry with modest pay but high duty.
The First Presbytery of the Associate Reformed Synod of the South met in Yorkville and adjourned after a full night of routine business and sermons. Members praised the candidates, debated tithing, and heard advice on pronunciation and offhand preaching. Dr. Miller led orderly proceedings while Rev. McDonald urged clarity, and Miss Mary T. Nance discussed rural school work in South Carolina.
The notice states a subscription for The Enquirer from a specified start date to January 1 1909 at a price of $1.30. It names the period and cost for readers to subscribe.
Local notes report Flint Hill Baptist church to be opened with exercises on the fourth Sunday in May. Dedication of Smyrna Associate Reformed church planned for the third Sunday in July with Rev. J. P. Knox preaching. Rock Hill baseball team defeats Eastern college. upcoming Chester Rock Hill games attract large crowds. Estate sales in York County detailed with multiple tracts bought by J. F. Jenkins. Fifth District Republicans convene in Rock Hill with Taft favored by contestants.
A mix of global financial tensions and market manipulation pushed corn to 704 cents a bushel on the Chicago Board of Trade Monday, marking the highest price since 1902 as investors eye potential corner plays and supply fears loom large.
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