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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1908
Page
6
An advertisement argues external treatments fail for chronic sores because the root cause lies in diseased blood. It extols S. S. S. as a cure, claiming it cleanses blood and improves circulation to heal ulcers, offering a book and free medical advice from The Swift Specific Co. of Atlanta, GA.
The Fortnightly Club hosted Miss Hazel Raper and society guests at Mrs. A. C. Bivins home on Church Street. The event featured a dance, bridge, refreshments, and social rounds with over a dozen young men and women from Americus in attendance.
The Am ericus Railway and Light Co. let the brick power house contract to Kite and Wilson of Columbus. Materials are on hand and bricklaying will start soon. After completion the plan calls for five miles of steel rails and eventual electric cars.
Leslie GA April 2 Special News notes Mr and Mrs BE L Wilson return from Florida after a two week visit. Mr T J Wade traveled to Americus. Mrs B F Jenkins of Cobb visits town. Mrs G R Ferguson’s mother and sister from Coleman stay in town. Mr A T Johnson has been ill but improves. Mrs G T DeLosch returns to visit her mother in Columbus. George Barrow remains ill but showing slight improvement.
A traveling Armour Line representative recounts a poll aboard coach 226 en route to Montezuma. The tally shows 11 Brown men to 1 Smith man after two Brown riders board at Oglethorpe. A Fulton official allegedly predicts Brown will win Fulton overwhelmingly.
Alderman T. M. Furlow is confined at home with painful injuries after a runaway horses incident near the city. A horse kicked through the dashboard, injuring his knee and rib, though his leg is not broken. The accident occurred a day or two ago and may keep him in his room for a week or two.
An advertisement promotes Ely's Liquid Cream Balm as the fastest remedy for catarrh hay fever and cold in the head with an atomizer spray. It claims identity with the solid Cream Balm and notes relief from the first spray. Available from druggists or by mail from Blg Bros New York.
A Plains Ga notice dated March 11 1908 documents Mr D C Pickett manager of The Southern Life Insurance of Dawson Ga receiving a $1000 settlement check for policyholder Philip J Wise from his widow Mrs Loud Wise. The letter extols the policy as inexpensive and reliable and endorses the Southern Life Insurance Company.
The Ladies Memorial Society of Americus completes plans for Memorial Day observance on April 26. In Americus Mr J M Covington of Colquitt will deliver the address, introduced by Col James R Williams. Roses and spring flowers to adorn 500 Confederate graves in Oakgrove Cemetery.
A Friday poll on a Central of Georgia train from Americus to Albany recorded 12 votes for Brown and 2 for Smith, with 2 noncommittal. Brown backers included H. Boone and DeWitt Pickett, while Smith supporters were J. P. Cocks and W. C. Rutland.
GEO. D. WHEATLEY advertises new goods and wanted items with quality, style, and modest prices. The note highlights seasonal stock and spring outfitting assistance, inviting readers to shop the store’s fresh offerings.
A complete up-to-date collection of men’s neckwear arrives featuring four-in-hand shapes and other ties. Windeor Ties priced at 25 cents and 60 cents highlight the new stock for gentlemen seeking classic and affordable options.
White silk gloves and black and white silk net gloves advertised with regular prices 1.26 and 1.50. This week only the gloves are offered at 1.00 each.
Plain Wool Weaves offers a wide display of dress stuffs including all-wool Batiste Panamags and Taffeta in blue brown gray cream and champagne shades. Prices run 50c 86c and 1.00 per yard.
New season fabric update offers fresh from fashion centers with stripes and checks in Tan Black White Brown Green Blue Brown Gray. Widths 45 to 56 inches. Priced at $1.25. Special one price across the selection.
Fabrics highlighted include lustrous Mohairs in Black Navy Brown Gray Cream and Sicilians. widths 38 and 45 inches offered at 65c and 1.00, with special prices at 50c and 75c.
New imported voiles offered to ladies with a large stock in multiple colors and widths. Prices marked at 79 cents and 98 cents for this week only, with regular price at one dollar.
A merchant advertises 10 pieces of 38 inch plaid suitings in popular colors for skirts and suits. The listing highlights seasonal fashion textiles and available patterns from stock.
Goods were bought early at sea and will be offered this week for sale at a low price of 65 cents. The announcement notes upcoming pricing and plan to plate them for market.
Balbriggan and dimity fabrics in white and brown offered with drawers to match. Prices listed at 25¢ for each piece. Inventory notes include various sizes and styles in a compact island shop listing.
An advertisement for Wollen's ribbed vests features a low neck sleeveless style with ribbon trim. Priced at 16 cents regular, the lot is advertised to move quickly at a brief sale moment.
Silk season offers Fancy Waist and Dress Silks in Louisines and Taffetas with checks stripes and plain effects. Extra quality weights and bright finish in colors including White Nile Alice Maize Reseda Rose Blue Green and Pink. Regular prices 59c 75c and 1.00 now 49c each.
Advertises Pongee Colored Silks 34 inches wide in solid colors and stripes for waists and suits. Colors include White Black It. Blue Pink Gray Helio Champagne. Regular price not shown, special this week at a reduced price.
An advertisement touts Rajah Silks as a premier fad of the season. It describes a luxurious rough silk suitable for suits coats and skirts in fashionable shades including blue brown gray black white and champagne. The fabric is 36 inches wide and priced at one dollar per yard.
Silk Grepe De Chine and Silk Liberty Crepe in reading colors for costumes. Widths around 24 inches. Priced at $1.00. Limited selection available for tailoring needs this season.
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