30 Apr 1893
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1893
Page
1
The passage describes Americus as a warm, healthful resort city in southwest Georgia with a mild climate. It highlights its agricultural diversity, noting fruits, grains, vegetables and various crops, and suggests its role in supplying Confederate armies during the Civil War.
New York banks and the treasury secretary met to ease financial tension and consider repealing the Sherman act. Despite Wall Street pressure, President Cleveland and Secretary Carlisle refuse bond issuance, preferring gold support and tax relief from other measures. Reports say the treasury remains stable as gold inflows continue, with no bonds unless necessary. The article also notes political and social events, including a naval review in New York and upcoming World’s Fair events in Chicago.
The Americus city council will hear a resolution drawn by City Attorney Hawkins tomorrow to compel the Thomason Houston Company to operate its street railway or remove the obstruction. The finance committee had urged proper legal action, with differing opinions on the best course. Some favor termination of the franchise while others want the line operated or leased. A lease interest exists from two Americus businessmen, though talks yielded unsatisfactory replies. The council may proceed to clear the streets if the owners refuse to operate or lease. Local citizens wish the road to resume and support excursions to Ellaville and North Highlands Park, Columbus, with planned trips and picnics noted for next week.
In Macon on April 29 a United States Court petition was filed by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Daniel W. Arden Jr seeking reinstatement of Engineer Arden to his former railroad position. The case references Arden’s February 20 refusal to haul a car for the Savannah, Americus and Montgomery railroad amid a strike. The committee of adjustment and Judge Speer reference influence on Wadley. The petition aims to compel the superintendent to act per the court’s broad guidance.
A public meeting of citizens from Americus and Sumter county will be held at the city hall on Thursday evening next to discuss building a cotton mill. Local and out of town manufacturers, including Hanson of Macon and A Randall of Griffin, are invited to speak. several local leaders may represent farmers who authorize attendance. Supporters have offered site access and stock funding. The event aims to spur a large mill project and raise local interest.
April 20 report notes Miss Julia Force shows marked improvement though she remains in her room at the jail and declines visits. Jotlor Carel gan says her condition is better than a week ago. Worn wi’ attends to her needs while Palatts Meapited. Barxnarpor, Ga April 29 J Te Von Palaitz’s hanging sentence delayed to June 2 with expectation of commutation to life imprisonment. Luther Peacock gravely injured from Memorial Day horse fall remains conscious and may die. Raneron, HA April 20 fire destroys the Mavis Sets resort, a longtime winter favorite for southern visitors.
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