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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1909
Page
2
Several foreclosure and deed notices list property to be sold at public auction. Items include a bay horse and buggy, a Weston village building lot, and multiple land parcels in the 24th and 25th districts, all levied under various facias from local courts. Sheriff C M Christian oversees the sales scheduled for the first Tuesday in December 1909.
Multiple administrator notices announce land sales by court order in Sumter and Harris counties. J L Pennington estate offers 834 acres across several land lots in Sumter with cash terms. R A Watson estate offers 210 acres in Sumter's 17th District, cash, for distribution.
In SEORGIA Sumter County EB W Parker administrator of J B Parker petitions for discharge. The court cites all persons kindred and creditors to show cause why he should not be discharged and receive letters of dismission on the first Monday in December 1909. John A Cobb Ordinary.
To All Whom It May Concern G Dupree has applied for guardianship of the person and property of Alton McMath a minor child of W T McMath deceased in Sumter County notice is given that the application will be heard at my office at 10 oclock AM on the first Monday in December next This November 7 1909 li ii it pa
A historical reflection notes that a husband’s life is strongly influenced by his wife’s firm beliefs and choices, shaping fortunes and decisions across communities and households. The saying underscores the social weight of domestic conviction in past eras.
In Sumter County Georgia on December 1 1909 guardian H G C Davis seeks court approval to sell one half undivided interests for minor children Henry Cleve Davis Jr and Elizabeth Bozeman Davis in listed parcels including Worthy plantation and other Marion and Sumter county lands. Proceeds will fund reinvestment to yield higher income and easier management as the minors hold small shares.
Under and by virtue of an order from Judge A T Fort of Stewart County, executors announce a public sale at Lumpkin Court House on the first Tuesday in December 1909. Property includes multiple lots in the 24th District plus gin interests and a Richland office, with terms one half cash and the balance in 12 months at 8 percent.
A substantial barn belonging to Mr. T. F. Gatewood on Lee street was destroyed by fire at noon yesterday along with hay, corn, and provender. Two buggies and harness were burned. a wagon and other gear were saved though damaged. Two horses were rescued after flames scarred them. The inferno produced dense smoke visible from the business district as spectators followed fire trucks. total loss estimated at 500 to 700 dollars.
The July killing of W F McRee, superintendent of the Ray Bagley plantation, by Henry Patterson will be examined at the current term of the superior court. Patterson confessed, is jailed, and the case is set for Wednesday. McRee’s body found in a pool of blood near Patterson’s home. investigators suspected pursuit of an escaped convict among the negroes. Soldiers Williams and Childers assist. C R Winchester represents Patterson.
Col. Frank A. Hooper leases his 07 College street residence to Mrs. B. H. Jossey and family. They will move in after Mr. Hooper relocates to Atlanta in December. The lease was arranged through Arthur's Real Estate and Renting Agency. Mrs. Jossey sold her Taylor street home to Col. J. R. Williams and will occupy the Hooper residence under the lease.
Barnesville Ga November 29 The jury found Ben F Perdue guilty with a recommendation for mercy but the judge gave a life term in the penitentiary for the killing of Deputy Marshal Porch in September 1908. Perdue had previous sentences and mistrials in this high profile case.
A Sunday service at the YMCA featured a vote to choose the best loved hymn. Forty-one ballots were cast with Nearer My God to Thee the winner, followed by Jesus Lover of My Soul and other favorites, while several songs received single votes.
Suffering from biliousness indigestion and chronic headaches urged to send one cent postal card with name and address to Chamberlain Medicine Co Des Moines Iowa for a free sample. Sold by all dealers.
Many persons find themselves affected by a persistent cough after an influenza attack. This can be promptly cured by Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, preventing troublesome symptoms from developing. Sold by all dealers.
An old colored woman notes that while an alligator can be trained, there is a tendency to revert. She adds she trusts the Lord but keeps her distance, reflecting cautious folk wisdom about progress and risk.
After exposure and at the first sign of a cold take Foley's Honey and Tar. It stops the cough relieves congestion and expels the cold from your system. Mildly laxative. Refuse substitutes. Sold by all druggists.
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