14 Aug 1892
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1892
Page
1
An advertisement from W. B. Bailey the Haberdasher promotes $7 shoes and $1.50 Madras shirts for $1.00. The copy describes the shoes as well-made, comfortable, and desirable, urging customers to visit quickly as sizes and stock are limited.
The Peabody Institute enters its third week with growing attendance and enthusiasm. More than 150 teachers from over a dozen counties have attended daily lectures, with State School Commissioner Bradwell visiting to assist progress.
In Sumter several Democrats discuss a unity forum as a third party in the county gains chatter. The Flambeau Club organizes Tuesday at City Hall with a broad invitation to young Democrats and possible levatry adjunct amid pre primary calm. Cordele hosts a rally next Friday with leading speakers including Charles F. Crisp and J. T. Belfouillet, featuring a barbecue and rail excursion rates. A separate Cordele district event promotes discussions on issues and faith with candidates visiting the district.
Gresham may endorse Cleveland and influence Indiana and Minnesota voters. Washington reports fear of a pro-Cleveland shift and a split in Republican support. Democrats mobilize in Washington with heavy fundraising and widespread campaign material distribution. A Desoto barbecue and a special S.A. & M. train trip are announced to boost turnout.
A Tennessee report notes miners at Tracy City captured the stockade, burned the company’s stores, and loaded convicts for transport to Nashville. Telegraph lines cut, Governor Buchanan and miners from Coal Creek discussed avoiding military conflicts. No further details available.
Meager details from Plains near Americus report a young negro killed himself after threatening his father with a knife. Bailiff Stubbs arrested the son on a light charge. the father visited the cell and the son asked for his bond before slashing his throat and stabbing himself in the side. Medical aid failed to save him as observers described the scene in the jail yard. The event is noted as the first reported negro death by self action in this region. Also included: first bale cotton shipment to Montezuma from Maxwell and Patrick Lewis with prices reported.
The Montgomery Advertiser notes the Alabama roadway already dominating its area with rising passenger and freight traffic. It lauded as a wise and well managed line, with Colonel Hawkins portrayed as a top business figure and nearly unrivaled in his field.
Butler Avenue sales pitch advertises drastic markdowns to free room for new summer stock. Stoves, tea kettles, glassware, ice cream makers, water coolers, refrigerators, sauce pans, sprinkling cans, steam cookers, and glassware are offered at reduced prices to clear inventory.
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