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Newspaper
Yorkville Enquirer
Location
York, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1908
Page
2
A May 23 report from Kenosha notes W J Bryan likening government to a stock company and praising LaFollette as the reform candidate. Across Washington and Texas, Senate and House work toward adjournment with funding bills and subsidies debated. a Dallas area storm brings wide damage, while Wright brothers announce long flights and future airship plans.
After Whitmore’s arrest, it emerged that Mrs. Schmitter, sister of the murdered woman, received letters allegedly written after death and signed with Mrs. Whitmore’s name. One letter claimed the writer visited a sister in Schenectady, N Y, which was later found to be false. A similar letter reached another sister, mailed at the same time, stating Mrs. Whitmore would not visit as arranged. These letters are likely to be offered as prosecution evidence.
Yorkville South Carolina reports on May 26 1908 noting Little Joe Brown’s lively campaign bid for Georgia governor drawing attention in the area. Brown attracts supporters as political activity heats up in the region.
Reporters noted on Thursday that Congress would adjourn by Saturday but delays pushed adjournment into the following days. Officials expect the end of the session later in the week.
Justice Morehauser in Poughkeepsie declares Harry Thaw's commitment to Matteawan constitutional and a public menace if released. Court decision signals Thaw will remain imprisoned pending further proceedings.
Amspaten from Rome Georgia reports that Farmers Union members in Georgia are plowing up ten percent of cotton acreage in obedience to union guidance. Similar reports come from other states. New York papers doubt the stories yet remain uneasy about them.
The Enquirer notes the completion of a Baptist church in Flint Hill as a clear sign of progress and prosperity, acknowledging the importance of new industrial enterprises and public improvements.
Editor DeCamp aims to publish the Ledger daily during the Press association gathering and rely on multiple editors for copy. He hopes for a unique, bold issue though warns that too many editors can spoil the broth.
James A. Hoyt credits Blease and Ragsdale for Gonzales defeat as delegate and alternate to the Democratic national convention in Denver. The piece argues spite is a weak motive and notes Gonzales gains standing if Bryan wins, while the triumph appears largely empty.
The article argues that prohibition itself is sound and enforcement is possible, yet officials falter by not addressing all offenders. It warns that even small alcoholic beverages tempt the public, noting South Carolina bans any alcohol and that laxity in enforcing temperance laws undermines the goal.
The article argues ignorance of the law is no excuse for selling illicit beverages and calls for rigid enforcement. It notes some dealers are innocent yet stresses that those who push illegal drinks must be stopped to uphold prohibition.
The Rock Hill school district considers selling the 1891 era high school property to Winthrop College to support an expansion program. Trustees split with a majority approving the bid after adding 5000 to the offer and covering annual running costs. a minority seeks an injunction now before a circuit judge.
Forest Hill letters report refreshing rains reviving gardens in May. Many families battle chickenpox while local anglers Meek Smith and Harry Niell along with others fished without great luck. Closing exercises at Forest Hill school featured tableau and recitations, with Prof. Clarence B. Grier awarding a gold medal to Washington Suggs and Miss Grier offering music before the crowd of about sixty.
Representative Finley reports a bill by W. W. Price in the House authorizing payment to South Carolina of four million one hundred seventy two thousand four hundred twenty dollars and sixteen cents from treasury funds for cotton taxes levied 1863 to 1868. The note recalls eighty seven million dollars collected in the region 1863 to 1869 and calls out northern committee dominance as hindering repayment.
South Carolina item notes that Mr Cole L Blease filed his gubernatorial pledge on a local option platform from Columbia. A late May robbery near a picture show saw W D Goodall held up for $12 by a white male suspect, described as tall and light in build, while a patrolman observed a young man fitting that description nearby.
Palace Theatre to show Annie's Love Story tonight with 3000 feet of film extras. Officials announce White Diamond Lithia Springs hotel season opening June 1 1908. Enquirer Office seeks info on a lost $10 bill from May 19. Local merchants advertise bargains across banking, retail, and services. Wedding plans noted for Margaret Helen Riddie and Carl Rush Grey at Bethel Presbyterian Church on June 10.
Tornado and cyclone damage to cotton and corn fields mix with civic notes in Yorkville. The Enquirer reports on farming choices, church scenes, lost and found items, and a detailed public bond statement for Yorkville including waterworks and sewerage bonds and the town’s tax base.
Miss Elli Love of McConnellsville is the guest of Miss Gerald Tewry. Mrs. John S. Jones and children visit relatives at Davidson College in North Carolina. Mrs. Paul N. Moore of Rock Hill spends a week with Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Beard. Marie Moore and Mary Walker from Winthrop College visited Yorkville. Mrs. J. C. Burge traveled to Char...
A New York dispatch reports a sharp advance in the speculative cotton market yesterday. Near months hit new high records while late positions held firm though off top. July 10.41, August 10.35, October 10.62. Trading was driven by higher cables and bullish spot reports with strong Wall Street selling and later buying to cover. Receipts at ports totaled 4,793 bales, weekly totals 50,000, with New Orleans and Houston receipts noted.
The town reads of Frank C. Riddle’s locomotive whistle on a car and a big auction of lots set for Thursday at 2 PM. Laborers wage dispute with sewerage contractors, moving picture plans for Yorkville’s colored population, and a large Flint Hill Baptist church dedication following a long inspection of the new brick edifice.
Obituary items report the death of Mr. John O. Robbins of Bullock's Creek township at 48 years old, with widow and four children named. Other notices cover Bethel Presbytery's plan to install Rev. P. H. Moore as pastor, the death of Mrs. Nora Davidson near Bethany, and a Columbia report on Tillman’s harsh letter over Winthrop High School property dispute.
Governor John A. Johnson of Minnesota denounces the Crumpacker campaign contribution bill and says a Taft nomination could falter if it passes. He questions Bryan’s pledges, urges uninstructed delegates, and plans speeches in Birmingham and Tuscaloosa after a White House conference praised for preserving resources.
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