34 Men Enlist For U. S. Army

Thirty-four young men enlisted in the United States Army this week, Sergeant Chester R. Vaughan, announced today. There are still 25 vacancies in his quota, however, and any young men between the ages of and 35 wishing to enlist should apply at the recruiting office in the Medical building, 1512 Marion street. The recruits will be sent to Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Fort Moultrie, South … Continue reading 34 Men Enlist For U. S. Army

Bowen’s Briefs

Bowen’s welcome the following new students: Gaston Sealey, Orrum North Carolina; Gaynelle Sealey, Barnesville, North Carolina; Eleanor Morris, Olar, and Floyd Holland, Silver Street. Lenson Anderson is spending the weekend with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Anderson, in Pageland. Dot Wise is spending the weekend with her mother, Mrs. Mattie M. Wise, in Fort Motte. S. J. Bland is spending the weekend with … Continue reading Bowen’s Briefs

Thursday Is Camden and Kershaw County’s Big Day

N. P. Gettys Farmer-Mayor Will Preside Camden, October 7. – Camden and Kershaw county’s day of days will step into the spotlight Thursday, when the second annual cotton festival, originated last year through the efforts of the Camden chamber of commerce, is held. There is every indication that the 1939 festival will overshadow the maiden effort of a year ago, in that the preparations are … Continue reading Thursday Is Camden and Kershaw County’s Big Day

Enlistment Here Number 34 Young Men

Chester R. Vaughan, sergeant in rge of recruiting for the United States Regular Army in Columbia, announced that 34 young men have enlisted during the past week in Columbia. Those who have enlisted, with the of assignments, follow: William Davis, Columbia, Fort Bragg, North Carolina; Thomas E. Grigsby, Columbia, Fort Bragg, North Carolina; Wingard E. Hendrix, Lexington, Fort Bragg, North Carolina; William A. Jordan, Blaney, … Continue reading Enlistment Here Number 34 Young Men

Bluff Lodge News

Miss Inez Livingston and Miss Vivian Livingston spent Sunday with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. N. L. Livingston at Woodford. Mrs. Pringle T. Youmans of Asheville, North Carolina, who has been spending several days with Mrs. L. C. Chappell, are returning home today. Mrs. Charles E. Tiller is having a community party at her home Thursday evening, October 5, at her home. Mr. and Mrs. … Continue reading Bluff Lodge News

Joseph Nettles

1872 Joseph Nettles was born April 28, 1872. 1920 Census Information: According to the US Census recorded on January 28, 1920, Joe Nettles (46), rented a home in Wateree, Kershaw, South Carolina with his wife, Rebecca Nettles (46); and their children; Alma Nettles (11), Emily Nettles (8), Williemae Nettles (5) and George R. Nettles (1). It was reported the family members were all born in … Continue reading Joseph Nettles

Yesterday At The Courthouse

Real Estate Deeds Atlas company to Lois Bass Dawson, lot north side Blossom street between Ott road and Bonham street, $2,429.47 and mortgage $4,070.63. W. G. and J. E. Belser and Caroline M. Bristow to C. A. Wallace, lot east side Belt line boulevard in Hampton Terrace, $5 and other considerations. L. T. Baker to Valerie L. Derrick, lot southeast corner Monroe and Ravenel streets, … Continue reading Yesterday At The Courthouse

Bowen’s Briefs

Dorothy Lee Dozier has accepted a permanent position in the city. Glenn Phifer is permanently working in the city. Chris Schull is now employed with a firm in the city. Frances Frick is spending the weekend with her parents at their home in Chapin. Willie Rose Copeland is visiting friends in the city this weekend. Adelle Simon has returned to school. Friends of Annie Laurie … Continue reading Bowen’s Briefs