24 Apr 1891
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1891
Page
1
Readable fragment notes pricing for Black silk mitts at 25 cents per pair and ladies black silk gloves at 40 cents, with a suggested value of 65 cents, offered this week.
A fifteen year old named Adam Brookins was killed on the Central Road when the No. 5 southbound passenger train struck him after he lay on the track amid a suspected fit. The boy’s body was mangled, his family in distress, and authorities coordinated burial arrangements with the railroad bearing costs. At the coroner’s request, Mr Maxwell was notified. the case raised questions about safety near the tracks.
Georgia Sunday school workers gather in Columbus with over 200 delegates and more arriving by train. J. W. Wheatley of Americus elected president, J. A. Anderson of Atlanta vice president, T. W. Dimmock of Carrollton secretary, Lott Warren of Americus assistant secretary, A. B. Carril of Atlanta treasurer. Wm. Shorter and J. G. Harris deliver lectures as infant classes and county organization occupy the program amid a full day of sessions.
Residents urge bold advertising to attract winter tourists to the new hotel slated for occupancy early fall. Despite a showing last year, officials say lack of accommodations has held back visitors from northern states and Canada, and timely publicity is essential to capitalize on Americus climate and health resort appeal.
Cordele's spring boom continues with lots sold and plans for about a dozen new residences and stores. A two story brick store for Smith & Middleton, bathhouse by T J Moseley, and store improvements at the Security block reflect growth. Dr G W Marvin and wife travel to Florida. Lizzie Wilmot to Columbus. Cordele firemen form soon. a sudden death for a Black woman Joyce Mosely reported in Thomasville. Georgia peach crop forecast holds 40 percent yield in Layaza area. Upcoming Monday honors heroic dead with concerts and a cemetery donation box for funds. Married Lizzie Furlow and Dave Rodgers wed. Crisp returns celebrated. Americas Light Infantry officers elected.
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