14 Apr 1892
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1892
Page
1
A seller touts Easter Neckwear with low prices to boost large sales. The margin is small but real, aiming to show that money saved is money gained. The display emphasizes affordability and the chance to be lucky with a buy.
A massive rally in Dove, Georgia, drew about three thousand people with Democrats in the lead as Joe James was elected chairman amid a clash with third party supporters. Livingston and Col. Howell spoke to a fervent audience while third party figures addressed a smaller group and fled amid Democratic shouts. The event solidified Democratic strength locally, with third party gains appearing unlikely. Separately, floods hit Tombigbee river areas in Alabama and Mississippi, washing out tracks and isolating towns like West Point, with rail lines submerged and bridges washed away as trains rerouted and waters rose. In Macon, Georgia, Harrison Lewis, linked to a mail car robbery in Alabama, was arrested. a $1,000 reward is offered.
Our line of boys and children's clothing offers outfits from 1.00 to 7.50 per suit. Sizes range from 4 to 14 years. See our BESSEMER SUITS priced at 5.00 for boys who are cutting rations in clothing.
AVERA AND POOLE advertise as a first class staple and fancy groceries fruits produce and general supplies seller. They promise prompt delivery for all orders and aim to make trading with them pleasant.
In Schley a third party movement gathers steam amid Democratic strength, with organizers eyeing Thursday the 1st for formal party setup. Court sessions proceed without notable action as politics intensify among bolters and Democrats.
A citywide roundup of social notes includes S.M. McCrory and John Engert visiting Americus, new deputy J.Q McArthur praised, Superintendent Fouche at work, and plans for spring church outfits. Lodgings, memorials, and a lively weather streak cap a busy day with civic updates and local business listings.
Albany discusses a wrestling match between professors L B Gearheart and Edward Dacey. The piece urges young men to engage in physical culture, notes potential to bring organizers to Americus, and highlights two political contenders Dr C J Raines and Mr J H Davenport while reporting Will McMichael charged with larceny for stealing rats from C A Cary. The corn found in his pants seat is noted.
The text parodies P T Barnum, urging readers to buy from Gillter & Weray as it touts a range of cheap goods. It promotes white milk nappy bowls, pearl white graniteware, sugar drab ware, pint glass celery stands, and washstands. It also praises gasoline stoves as a summer cooling measure and ends with a sales flourish from Gillter & Weray.
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