01 Dec 1898
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1898
Page
1
Local shop invites customers to inspect a full stock of clothing with low prices and honest goods. They guarantee satisfaction in style fit quality and price with a focus on necessary winter attire.
Our stock of shoes is one of the most complete in theory. We say complete because we have any size and width for men, women and children. We handle the celebrated Rockland line of Men's Shoes unquestionably the best line of shoes for the money carried by anybody because of their durability comfort and medium prices for high grade goods as anyone can testify who has wore them. We defy any competition in the shoe line.
Our stock of hats offers fresh styles with up to date shapes. We price hats at $2.00 each and will match any competitor offering $3.00 to $4.00 in fit and quality. See our hats before making purchases.
The United States and Spain held a joint peace commission session in Paris to discuss draft treaty articles on Cuba, Porto Rico and the Philippines. The Americans and Spaniards reviewed proposals, but no final agreement was reached and the commission adjourned to resume tomorrow.
At a Madrid cabinet meeting ministers set instructions for Senor Montero Rias, Spanish commissioner chief, and weighed Carlist actions in Basque regions Catalonia and Aragon. They pledged to curb insurrection and maintain suspension of constitutional rights for now. Separately, a chancery court in Alabama halted a receiver’s removal in the Corona Coal case and noted a Macon business figure reportedly died by self inflicted gunshot amid financial distress.
Boston reports indicate the steam packet Portland lost off Cape Cod with over 100 dead, as wrecks mount along the shore. Numerous vessels, including the Ohio and Tamaqua, are damaged or ashore, with extensive losses anticipated. Shipping firms face heavy financial damage amid ongoing storms and communication breakdowns.
A Nor'easter hits New York City and suburbs with rain hail and snow blocking the main Long Island Rail Road line and delaying service. Fans in Brooklyn Bronx and Queens endure crowding and walking long distances to reach downtown. Several trains buried in snow and high winds worsen drifts from Sunday’s storm.
In Atlanta on November 30 the Georgia House debated raising the school age from 16 to 19, reconsidering the bill after a warm talk and planning another vote. A separate resolution for an extra porter passed amid spirited debate. Speaker Little sent a committee to confer with the Senate on judges and solicitors for Fulton County. The governor’s message urged cuts in school and pension appropriations. The day’s special order targeted cutting salaries of railroad commissioners, prompting strong remarks from Everett of Stewart. The Senate was brief and idle. A Coffee County seat vacancy arose due to courthouse destruction and lost election returns, complicating seating. John Vickers of Willacoochee was listed as Coffee’s representative. The House appropriations committee wiped out the state military fund.
Decatur Alabama November 30. A horse trader Jerry Cannon vanished days ago while pursuing a stolen horse with a sizable cash stash. Deputies tracking leads found a decomposed body tied to a stake in a pond near Jens house, later identified as Cannon. Indictments point to Henry Allen, Albert Allen, and the Farrar brothers who allegedly plotted the murder. one Farrar claims knowledge of the plan but denies direct involvement. Police ongoing. no further word from other suspects.
November dispatch reports no new presidential postmaster appointments until Congress convenes next week. Senate awaiting 229 nominations for confirmation, with Pennsylvania 33, New York 36, Illinois 1 and others listed. Additional items include race riots at Pana, Illinois and various court and crime notes across states.
Declares a determined sale offering a full stock of hats shirts collars cuffs neckwear gloves and more to close out at cost. Promises savings from socal to 60 with a wide range of gent furnishing goods including suits satchels valises and undergarments. Encourages customers to visit and buy what they need at reduced prices.
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