19 Apr 1898
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1898
Page
1
The article extols Americus Georgia and Sumter County as a fertile, tobacco and fruit friendly hub with mild winters and a thriving economy. It highlights favorable climate, diverse crops including peaches and sugar cane, robust infrastructure, expanding rail links, strong public services, and a welcoming business climate for manufacturers and farmers seeking growth in the region.
House adjourns after chaos as Republicans clash with Democrats over recognizing independence of a republic. Dingley moves to concur with an amendment. vote 179 to 158. Bailey accuses speaker of false statements amid tense exchanges. Disturbances abroad and rail industry orders also noted.
A nostril of claims extols physical beauty tied to fertility and health. It touts Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a remedy for malnutrition and liver digestion, claiming it clears impurities, reddens complexion, and restores vigor. A Columbus, Ohio testimonial cites improved appetite and energy after use.
An 19th century advertisement extols Syrup of Figs as pleasant to taste and effective for kidneys bowels and feverish symptoms. It claims rapid relief from colds headaches and constipation and notes availability in 50 cent bottles from leading druggists with prompt procurement if not in stock. The ad lists California Syrup Co and mentions locations in Cincinnati and New York.
Wasineros reports Senator Stephen Bo Busines declares war seems inevitable and Cuba’s insurgent leadership not entitled to recognition under long standing American doctrine. He argues Spain must be defeated quickly and warns recognition could draw the U.S. into future wars. Officials discuss Cuba clause in Senate resolution and presidential prerogatives.
Mapxtp April 18 Liberal reproduces the U.S. Senate resolution and comments that the reality is unfolding not to be delayed by rumors of pope and powers talks. It warns against discontent from rumors and calls for government unity to protect Spain's honor. Big warehouse fire in Augusta destroys 2000 bales of cotton. loss about 65000 with 69000 insured.
In Tak of Throwing Responsibility For Delay on Representatives Rumour of an Attempt to Bribe the Probable Cause of the Defeat of the Independence Clause. Senate Democrats, Populists and Silver Republicans meet to assign blame, while a newspaper publisher’s alleged $2,000,000 Cuban bonds offer swayed House supporters.
Major George E. Pond arrives at Mobile for duty under mobilization orders. General Coppinger due, Twenty second Infantry to follow, Fort Morgan land purchase for barracks, mined channel defenses connected by telegraph to Mobile. Navy and ship news from Washington and London note limited warship gains and Spain seeking loans. Senator Walthall improves after illness in Washington.
A dispatch from New York reports Spain plans to dispatch a fleet to western waters if fuel ships can be secured. Officials say Madrid will not allow American coal to be taken to Cape Verde aboard the British ship and moves to buy that vessel for U S use. The article notes coal shortages at St Vincent and the Canary Islands, Spain’s effort to ship coal from Havana, San Juan, Cape Verde, and the impact of English coal miners’ strike on Madrid’s war plans.
New York reports Britain directs colonies to treat coal as contraband of war in possible US Spanish hostilities. Washington sources say order aligns with consuls and naval chiefs to restrict coal to fuel ships and affect France Hayti San Domingo aid. Separately, Army units from Hetexa, Man, prepare to deploy to Mobile. Federation of Labor denounces meddling and urges boycott of foreign buyers amid crisis.
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