25 Aug 1892
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 5 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1892
Page
1
A sales pitch urges customers to try the product and stay with the dealer for good. The text claims instant judgment of durability and loyalty after a first purchase, suggesting no need for a second sale question.
A large audience of 300 to 400 voters attended as candidates for the legislature spoke on tax policy and railroad regulation. Speakers included D. C. N. Burkhalter, J. L. Adderton, Wright Brady, and George Stapleton, with Judge J. A. Ansley presiding and Capt. Bascom Myrick as secretary. The meeting favored direct election of officers, taxing railroads, and support for the Soldiers Home, while addressing various questions and political tensions.
Atlanta reports a rumor that Whiteside Tennessee miners plan an assault to free convicts at Cole City. Governor Northen wires Adjutant General Kell to standby with guards ready to march, while Colonel Jones notes the claim may be a scare and arms are sent to Cole City. Also, R F Sams to wed Lizzie Jones in Macon tonight.
A clash in a hollow near Liberty Hall between Ernest Ringgold and George Washington results in Ringgold's head wound from a pistol shot. Washington and his wife detain Ringgold, who seeks medical aid, while police later uncover the pair’s true relation and arrest Ringgold. A second item notes a Ballard House ceremony and a Montezuma rally call for colored voters.
The piece previews tomorrow's Democratic primary in Sumter County to select two of five candidates for the state legislature. It lists D. C. Burkhalter Wright Brady George Stapleton J L Addarton James E Basa and notes voters should choose two and leave three. It urges voting and cites local commentary.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.