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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1901
Page
6
In Albany, editor McIntosh faced competition from prize watermelons grown near Americas. prizes awarded after a short contest. The top melon weighed 67 pounds with a close second also at 67, but the method for judging the best eater remained a mystery as patrons wonder if weights told the whole tale.
Sumter's four delegates to the Georgia Agricultural Society meeting at Thomasville last week expressed optimism about the session. John A. Cobb T J. Morgan D C N Burkhalter and Jas BH Rodgers reported a productive gathering for the state's agricultural interests. Cobb was elected vice president for the Third Congressional district. Ella Salter of Smalls Ga. reports successful relief from constipation with K K Pill.
Merrell P. Callaway nephew of M. Callaway of America is appointed by Judge Emory Speer as receiver for Judge Richard Hobbs assets in Albany. The case has been hotly fought with top state legal talent, and Speer ruled the defendant’s property is liable for Hobbs debts totaling about $2,000.
Newark clergyman Rev Sam C Dean formerly of Americus takes up Byron case charged with assault to murder. Dean hires Hon Charles Hill solicitor general of the Atlanta Circuit to defend Byron in Newark. Constipation cited as common illness and promoted by K K K Pills claiming no griping and gentle relief.
An alleged thief from De Soto entered the room of Mr. Will Chappell while he slept and stole his gold watch, pocketbook, ten dollars, and half of his clothing. Officers have been notified and the suspect remains at large.
Judge R L Maynard left this morning for Macon on business and will travel to Atlanta to aid in the defense of Walter C McLain who was arrested there on an alleged shortage in accounts at a bank where he had been employed. McLain formerly resided in Americus before moving to Atlanta years ago. The ad copy promotes a cold cure and cough medicine claiming children cry for them.
Americus theatergoers will enjoy a strong season opening in September with top attractions on the Southern circuit. Gertrude Coghlan in Vanity Fair leads a lineup including Alvin Joslyn and Black Patti, with October bringing Rupert of Hentzan and East Lynn among others. November and December bookings feature Warde Olivette and Barry Ward Minstrels, plus a Klondike of fine acts, followed by January shows headlined by Murray and Mack and the Passion Play. the opera house gains a Knabe Grand piano in renovation upgrades.
A fact about the blues notes that it stems from liver disorder rather than external conditions. In Americus a blackout at the electric plant increased crime as thieves roamed. A 2 am attempt to enter a Jackson Street home failed after a shotgun was secured, and the thief escaped in the darkness.
A bale of new cotton handled by L G Council on the 15th was shipped to Pope Fleming of Augusta Georgia by express and resold there to Murphy Co Inc for 105 and 16 cents. This was Augusta's first new bale.
A Negro gangster calling himself Red Davis, at Fort Davis seven miles north of Lua is reported to have drawn a six inch barrel and fired at L Be Roberts over a disputed 20 cent debt. A bullet killed a bystander behind Roberts and Davis fled. Police say he claimed four other killings in different states, making him a fugitive.
In Buffalo Burrano on August 17 the Pan-American exposition reports more than five million admissions and growing attendance. Rail traffic is the heaviest in Buffalo history as all routes struggle to handle crowds. The Michigan Central Toursday last week brought in over three thousand visitors from the west and Toronto.
A Bennettsville editor recalls his wife’s recovery from dyspepsia and loss of vigor after using Electic Bitters. Four bottles restored health enabling her to eat anything. The ad touts Electic Bitters as a grand tonic with gentle laxative qualities. Available for 50 cents at E J Eldridge Colunna. Labor Day plans in Columbia include a parade and committee setup ahead of a governor’s proclamation.
An advertisement touts Dr. King's New Life Pills as a liver remedy. It promises purified blood, clearer skin, and rosy cheeks. The product is offered for 250 at E. J. Eldridge's drug store.
Francisco Aug 17 Samuel Levy a 75 year old retired capitalist from Cincinnati hanged himself to a bedpost last night, found dead. He owned a large furniture factory in Cincinnati. The item also notes Mercer University benefits and promotes Johnson's Tonic for malaria with price claims. An old proverb about silliness ends the note.
Disease makes many women prematurely old with dull eyes hollow cheeks and wasted form. Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription restores health and vigor, turning weak women into new women. Mrs C Nelson of Chemowa Oregon reports recovery after using Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery. Free Common Sense Medical Adviser offered by sending stamps to Dr Pierce in Buffalo New York.
Delure the Court benae door the city of Americas susiter ronnty Georgia between the legal urs of sale on the ret Tuesday 1o september with described property: all of lot No these tos ven amity one half acres and other tracts totaling two hundred sixty one and one half acres. Lands in Sumter and surrounding areas levied on as the property of Thomas d Harden under an execution from the Sumter Superior Court in favor of Oliver Gabriel. Sheriff WIl Ebl Brl notes August 7.
The Times company seeks a court order to reduce capital stock from 10000 to 5000 and issue new shares to 5000 in The Times Recorder corporation. Petitioner contends half the capital was invested and assets including printing press materials sold. a majority stockholders request a legal stock reduction and reallocation of shares. Justice is sought after proper advertisement of the petition.
The petition seeks incorporation of Des Agricultural and Manufacturing Co for twenty years with capital of sixty thousand dollars, to conduct agricultural, nursery, fruit and vegetable commerce, canning, cotton processing, warehouses, commissary, real estate, and stock offerings. Principal office targeted in Americus, Ga, with branches and officers to be chosen. proceedings noted for early court action in Sumter County.
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