Americus Roundup of Local News and Happenings
A compact Americus roundup covers new fountain plans at Hudson's Drugstore, hoped for cotton industries, shifting fiscal praise for the city, rising postal receipts as candidates court voters, and a sheriff sale of the Dean Pullam farm. It notes candidate activity, a proposed Presbyterian College fund, a stray alligator on Church Street, and a paralyzed local figure, with various local tastemakers and civic notes.
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Hudson's
Dean Pullam
Reunion Talk Moves Dallas Confederate Reunion Plans
Camp Sumter U C V met yesterday electing officers for the year and discussing the Dallas reunion set for April 22 to 25. About twenty five veterans from Americus will attend with Judge J B Pilsbury re elected camp leader. Resolutions approved designate the Seaboard Airline Railway route via Montgomery for delegates and friends.
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Camp Sumter
U.C. V
Dallas
Americus
J. B. Pilsbury
D. O. N. Burkhalter
John JA. Cobb
T. J. Morgan
Americus to Build Large Cotton Ginning Plant
Americus plans a major cotton gin facility likely to be the Souths largest east of the Mississippi. The Americus Oil Co leads negotiations for a plant with eight eighty saw gins and modern equipment, expected to cost about 10 000 to 12 000 dollars and ready for use by summer. A round bale press may be added, though not certain.
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Americus
Mississippi River
Americus Oil Co
Auch
One Minute Cough Cure Praised By Officials
A historic notice urges readers not to neglect coughs and colds this spring. It touts One Minute Cough Care as a fast remedy for coughs, colds, croup, grip, bronchitis, and related throat and lung troubles. Endorsed by Postmaster O. O. Dawson of Barr, Idaho, and W. A. Rembert as a favorite with children.
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O. O. Dawson
Barr
W. A. Rembert
Candidate for Tax Receiver James Z Carey Declares Candidacy
James Z Carey announces his candidacy for Sumter tax receiver. A Buounter resident and old Confederate soldier in the Old Sixteenth district, he cites his ability to fill the office and asks for support in the upcoming primary.
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James Z. Carey
Sumter
Carey
Buunter
Sixteenth
DeWitt's Little Early Risers Praised in Michigan Ad
An advertorial snippet from Butternut Michigan features M. B. Smith endorsing DeWitt's Little Early Risers for biliousness and constipation, claiming permanent health benefits and noting no nausea or gripe. A second testimonial from W. A. Rembert accompanies the snippet.
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DeWitt
M. B. Smith
Butternut, Mich
W. A
Rembert
Visitors Come To Americus in Recent Arrivals List
The Americus list greets visitors from De Soto Atlanta Macon and London and Utica New York. Mrs George Bagley and Mrs B H Jonsey are among guests in Americus with others from Preston Pitts Texas Savannah and more. Mr Theron N Hawkes and family reside on Church street. Col George Thornton visits on business.
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George Bagley
de Soto
Americus
B. H. Jonsey
Macon
Mr. Theron N. Hawkes
Haynes
Church Street
George Thornton
Webster
A. E. Dawson
London
Misa A. L. Ledley
Utica
N.Y
Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertised in Toledo
How's This We offer One Hundred Reward for any case of Catarrh that cannot be cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure F J Cheney Co Props Toledo O Woe the undersigned have known F J Cheney for 45 years and deserve him perfectly honorable in all business transactions and financially able to carry out obligations Sall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally by blood and mucous surfaces of the atom Price Two bottle Sold by all DruggistsImprials free Hall's Family Pills are the best
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
Est
Trvax
Watpinu
Kinnan & Mar- Vin
Sall
Tramp Given Six Months Or Fine In Americus Court
A nervy tramp who toured Americus soliciting charity with a deaf and dumb ruse was escorted to the chain gang by Judge Crisp. After a spree of small donations, he spoke up and risked charges of false pretenses. The judge sentenced him to six months or a $50 fine to prevent further town deception.
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Americus
Crisp
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Promises Quick Heal
An advertisement touts DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as a universal remedy for sores burns bruises and wounds. It claims rapid skin relief and piles cures with testimonials from A S Fuller of English Indiana and W A Rembert praising its effectiveness after gunshot and other injuries.
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DeWitt
A.S. Fuller
W. A. Rembert
Merits of wire fencing in the South sales rise
The American Field and Hog Fence is sold across the South for large plantations and small gardens. It is praised for economy durability easy rapid erection and full protection of stock and crops. Steel is cheap galvanized Bessemer steel and improved weaving methods boost quality and supply.
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South
Wedded Within the Temple at Courthouse Matrimonial Flash
Cupid ran wild at the courthouse as two couples wed under Justice Ansley. The judge presided with a cheerful blessing and ensured both weddings received their money’s worth of bliss. If April fools played any part, the fault lies with the couples.
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Cupid
Justice Ansley
April
Doctor's Bad Plight Ends With New Discovery Relief
Dr M L Scarbrough of Hebson Ohio details a two year voice loss and severe cough from a cold. After trying many remedies a physician used Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds with quick relief. Eldridge Drug Stores offers trial bottles free and guarantees throat and lung benefits.
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M. L. Scarbrough
Hebson
Ohio
Eldridge
Maynard Succeeds Taylor on Police Commission
Judge R L Maynard succeeds Mr Taylor as a member of the Police Commission after Mr Taylor resigned recently. At a meeting held yesterday Maynard was elected to the vacancy.
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R. L. Maynard
3. Taylor
Police Commission
Taylor
Maynard
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Endorsed For Grippe
An old testimonial recalls a severe winter grippe in 1899 1900 and credits Chamberlains Cough Remedy with curing a bad cold and cough. The writer claims the remedy prevented pneumonia and praises its pleasant taste making it popular. Sold by all druggists.
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Chamberlain
Sumter Democratic Executive Committee Meeting Notice
The executive committee of Sumter will convene Friday morning next April 4 at 11 90 o'clock in the Artesian Block to discuss important business. J B Prosacny, Obm's.
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Democratic Executive Committee
Sumter
Artesian Block
J.B. Prosacny
Obm’s
Spring Buying Broadens Amid New Spring Goods
A fragmented note describes spring shopping picking up as days lengthen. It promises fresh merchandise across every section, with emphasis on prudent, economical choices and well fitting prices. The copy hints at a store full of spring goods but limited space to display all, urging careful browsing for value.
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Bia
Wash Goods Show Promises Value in Spring Line
The display emphasizes fairness of price and quality over fashion. Highlights include 25 pieces Fine Dimity at 7e, 25 pieces Fine Madras at 10c, 82-inch Imported Manchester Chambray at 18c, 15 pieces Fine Linen Batiste at 10c, and new Duck Skirts in black and other leading colors at 10c.
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Madras
Manchester
Batiste— I
Ribbon Rush Ribbon Sale Brings Low Prices
A local notice advertises a ribbon sale with Liberty Satin Ribbons at 25 cents per 500 yards, wash Silk Ribbons at 15 cents per 250 yards, black velvet ribbons at 22 cents per 506 pieces, and fancy ribbons at 25 cents per 500 yards. Also 1,000 spools of satin ribbon in spring shades offered at 15 cents each.
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Liberty
Che Stocking Story Yardage of Lace Stockings Sale
Ladies lace lisle thread stockings with embroidered stripes and tires in fast black and spring shades reduced from 69c to 50c. Richelieu ribbed lisle stockings with high spliced heel toe in all sizes cut from 35c to 25c. Children lace stripe lisle stockings in white red and black at 25c. Infants stockings with ribbed lace effects in new spring shades at 25c.
A Curtain Sale Passages Lace Curtains and Shades
A Curtain Sale advertises lace curtains and window shades with discounted prices. Offers include 100 pairs white and ecru Nottingham lace curtains, 3 yards long, at 75 cents per pair, plus muslin ruffled curtains, 25 pairs at 1.25, and various lace and point d\"Keprit curtains with reduced rates. Also featured are plain and decorated window shades at 25, 35, and 50 cents.
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Nottingham
Danger of Colds and La Grippe Dangers
Cited warning on colds and la gripe highlights the risk of pneumonia as the serious complication. Warns to guard against illness and seek care for persistent or worsening symptoms. Emphasizes elderly and vulnerable groups need vigilance and timely treatment.
Changes at Hotel Windsor Clerical Staff Shift
A clerical reshuffle at Hotel Windsor took effect yesterday. Major Harnett, the day clerk for a year, returns to Guyton Georgia and will take up similar duties elsewhere. Turpin becomes day clerk and Pik Walker succeeds him as night clerk.
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Windsor
Major Harnett
Guyton
Turpin
Pik Walker
Blood Purifier Claim Promoted With Stomach and Liver Tablets
An advertisement extols Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as a superior blood purifier. It asserts the liver and kidneys purify blood and urges keeping organs healthy and bowels regular to avoid needing purifiers. The ad touts the product at 25 cents, available at drug stores, with shop details at Rembert's Drugstore.
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Chamberlain
Danger of Pneumonia from Untreated Cold
The item warns that a neglected cold can lead to pneumonia, sometimes fatal, and weaken lungs making them prone to consumption after recovery. It recommends Foley's Honey and Tar to stop the cough heal the lungs and prevent trouble.
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Foley
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Montezuma
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Duncan’s
Ameri_cus
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Presbyterian College
A. G. Morgan
Dooly
People’s Bank
Littlejohn
Jas
J. B. Orner
Franklin Grove
Ill
Buckien
el- Drug
Nunnally
Texas
G. H. Whittaker
Babie
Price
Pat Reece
Bull
James R. Stapleton
Preston
J.H. Albritton
Atlanta
Messrs
M. B. Wilson
R. A. Wilson
Pitts, Ga
City
Charles Hunter
Savannah
Col. T. Wheatley
Tramp
la Grippe
Executive
Che Stocking
Geo. D. Wheatley
Tama
Ald Samstee
Judson
Coun
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Om D. Watts
Frank Turpin
Cezt
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Ena Apes Reelec Nee
Staan Sahlaeeaatie Beduuess
Commissioner Moore
Oratory Association
Buena Viste
Teawa
Times-Recorder
Ter
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