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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1900
Page
3
A Americus resident hosted a family dinner on Taylor Street demonstrating abundant self sufficiency. Every dish from ham to wine and desserts was home raised or prepared, with ice for the cream the only purchased item. The hostess praised for turning effort into princely living through farmed produce and homemade staples.
A historic print promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure asserting it cures catarrh at all stages. It claims a constitutional approach, internal action on blood and mucous membranes, and promises to pay $100 for any case it fails to cure, inviting readers to request testimonials.
Mercer University in Macon Georgia emphasizes christian character as essential to true education. The college is described as harmonious, high scholarship, first class courses, and democratic in merit and character. It claims state oratorical dominance, produced three Georgia governors including the current one, and invites inquiries to President P D Pollock.
Report tells of wido w of General Burnham of Machina Maine who faced death from pneumonia feared to die before morning. She credited Dr Kings New Discovery with saving her life after several doses and used it to fully recover from throat chest and lung diseases. Free trial bottles offered at E J Eldridge drug store.
Miss Fannie Stallings hosted a large gathering of friends at her home last evening to honor guests Miss Ward of Newnan and Miss Margart of Dadeville Ala. The decorated parlors, fragrant menu, and warm good nights marked an elegant, highly enjoyable social in Americas with debutante Stallings a central charm.
Col Jim Williams shows business versatility by planting a cotton patch and selling bales for a substantial cash yield. He displayed a roll of banknotes to fellow lawyers, praising his dual success as a farmer and a lawyer and urging emulation of his example.
An old advertisement touts Bucklen s Arnica Salve as best for burns cuts and bruises, promising to heal promptly and cure sores felons and skin eruptions. It claims a 2,508 box supply and a guarantee, sold by EJ Eldridge drug store.
Tom Westheimer, a bright Am ericus barber, invented and patented an adjustable bottom for coal baskets that can be replaced after wear without discarding the entire grate. He has applied for a patent, and observers call the invention excellent.
The eight month old adopted child of Mr and Mrs J L Chambliss died after a brief illness from typhoid fever. Mr P B Odum died yesterday at his home in East Americas after several days illness. He resided in Americas for years and is survived by his wife and three children. Remains will be carried to Dawson for interment.
Mr. Lee Allen leaves today via Savannah for New York to select lines for his fall and winter stock of dry goods and clothing. He will stay in the East for several days and purchase the best offered in noveltice and staple goods.
Thos. F. Jones, President, invites applicants to join the music department offering Fiano, voice, violin, guitar, mandolin and pipe organ with specialist instructors. Address Union Female College, Eu fanla, Alabama.
A farmer near town struck a man described as a negro after a slight dispute on Fors gyth street yesterday. The assailant landed a blow with a hickory stick that sounded like ripping carpet, but the other man remained unfazed. A notice mentions Lill Jowett of Boston and a terse Southern remark.
Marion Bell buys the late J. E. Bivins home place on Elm Avenue just outside the city for 23000. The 22 acre tract is well improved and offers a most desirable home. Bell plans to take possession soon.
A scientist states that greenbacks breed disease and asserts the fever for money is contagious, noting no doubt remains about the contagious nature of the fever for wealth.
For rent the 80 acre farm formerly owned by W F Reid now leased to W Frazier. Interested parties should make definite offers with references. Farm also for sale. Banker and Hourewas, Atlanta, Georgia.
Washington reports from Aug 17 indicate rumors that legations were relieved near Beijing may be true, citing London Shanghai and Berlin sources. Officials warn confirmation is lacking, while Li Hung Chang’s armistice appeal suggests cautious optimism and questions remain on possible territorial demands by European powers.
A critique of trusts detailing drastic price hikes since 1896 across wheat, corn, copper kettles, plows, wheels, and farm implements. It claims trusts orchestrate higher costs for essentials like sugar and glass, fuels, and freight, ending with a warning that the coffin trust will reach everyone.
An advertisement touts Lemon Elixir by Dr. H. Moxley as a liver and kidney tonic. It claims to cure biliousness constipation indi a head ache and other ailments caused by torpid liver kidney disease fevers chills and nervous prostration. Sold by druggists 50c and 1 bottle.
Reverend John P. Sanders of Verbena Alabama, a Methodist preacher, declares Mozley’s Lemon Elixir cured his appendicitis after doctors recommended surgery. He credits his brother Reverend E F Cowen for the recommendation and asks for a shipment of six large bottles C O D.
An elderly Savannah resident testifies that Mozley's Lemon Elixir cured chronic chills fever and digestive issues after trying many medicines. The note cites two bottles from J C Staxney and includes a corner location at Habersham and St Thomas. A second line repeats praise for the remedy and mentions heart disease and persistent illness.
J. W. Roure of West End Atlanta Ga testifies Morley's Lemon Elixir relieves nervous prostration headache indigestion and constipation after other remedies failed. Merchant's creed urges quick cough or cold relief with One Minute Cough Care as the harmless immediate remedy. W A Hembert promotes it.
Aug. 16 report from Braxtaxmons notes Mrs Annie Boyd, an 8 month married young woman, facing a personal crisis. The fragmentary item mentions her spouse and a troubling situation but provides limited detail.
For Rent Very desirable storehouse adjoining Bank of Southwestern Georgia now occupied by Mr J Nicholson Possession given September 1 1900 Also three rooms over Bank of Southwestern Georgia east front newly painted and papered water and sewer connections Apply to Bank of Southwestern Georgia or W H C Dudley For Sale The three desirable lots on south side Forsyth st between Planter Bank and Hotel avenue Four lots on east side Le st opposite city ha Five lots ak side La mar st between Lee st and Hotel avenue Parts of Windsor Park
For Sale or Lease. T lots corner of Hill street 40 Elm avenue. Fine location for storehouse near shops of Seaboard Air Line. Apply to Bank of Southwestern Georgia.
Holly Springs opens for the season offering boating bathing and amusements including chute and dancing pav 10n. The grounds are free with fine pure water. Operated by W. B. and L. M. Hansford.
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