09 Dec 1909
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1909
Page
1
Preston Ga December reports praise for Miss Lucily Oliver and her music class holding a recital in the Stevens building. Local residents note her efficient teaching, classroom setup, and rising community interest.
New Era chronicled Mild health improvement of Della Park after illness. Reports of visits and Sunday gatherings include Mrs A J Ledger and son Jimmie at Delma Parker's home, Charlie Cary and Miss Bernie from Huntington sharing meals, and many relatives spending Sunday with family. Multiple local residents attended church, dinner, or social calls, with Cody Parker and Mack Veal among those mentioned.
We announce a general clearance of dry goods and ladies ready-to-wear with tremendous reductions. The store notes prosperous conditions and record sales, urging customers to read circulars and visit Americus locations for desirable merchandise.
In the 28th District on December 8 rain has farmers busy and some have not planted their oath yet. The church progress continues and Rev. McMahon delivers sermons to a large crowd. Local residents from Huntington and nearby towns attend Bethel services and visit friends afterward. A long list of neighbors visit, shop, and attend socials with many names such as Ethridge, Woodruff, Cannon, Griffin, McMahon, Doster, and Kitchins appearing in weekend activities.
Cut Off notes a parade of weekend visitors and callers. Families such as Wicker, Greene, Norris and Joyner host and visit across Sumter, Andersonville, Riverdale and nearby towns. The piece records social calls at multiple homes and yesterday's gatherings.
Mrs C Collins hosted a Tuesday afternoon gathering in honor of Mrs T A Collins at her home. Attendees included Mrs Williamson and Mrs Jordan among others. several local residents were reported visiting or traveling, with many coming from Americus, Bronwood, and surrounding areas.
From Our Regular Correspondent Lealle Dec. 8 Little Mary Hammette died here Saturday and was buried Sunday afternoon at Leslie nery. Mr Wells of Huntington was among friends here Sunday. Miss Blanche Pryor was in Lealle. Nellie Hines and Estella Wade will spend the weekend with Misses Pearl Hines and Mitch Payne at Americus. Mr J D Bolton made a business trip to Americus Monday. Mr and Mrs Crisp Wilkinson entertain a daughter who arrived last week. Misa Mae Summerford spent part of last week with Miss Blanche Pryor near Smithville. Mr and Mrs J J Wilson were in tour town Tuesday afternoon. Mr C P Sims will be married in Florida today to Miss Vera Galfrey. At the bridal tour they will come to resist their future home. Mr J W Barwick spent part of last week in Tifton. Mr and Mrs F P Jones spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Walter Clopton at Lamar.
Leslie Ga Dec 9 The election for mayor and aldermen held Dec 8 results show Mayor J Br Banew elected and aldermen J T Bolton W M Laramore B L Wilson and J L Amazon elected.
Promotes a remedy promising prompt relief in every case sold by druggists for 1.00 dollars. Trial package by mail 210 ets. Williams Manufacturing Co. Proprietor Cleveland. Bold at W A Rembert's. Claims the product is safe and suitable for boys with dietary concerns.
A note announces a mule sale at Lockett's Stables on December 16 with a carload of Kentucky mules for examination before purchase. The mis-typed ad mentions Bryant Bon and a cryptic quote about faith and desire attributed to a woman and a man.
Read evidence from patients Mary Jones of Chicago and Mrs. B H Jackson of Newnan Georgia who report chronic catarrh of bowels stomach and internal organs improved after using Peruna. They describe weight gain and permanent cure after multiple bottles and endorse this tonic for women.
George Preston Sheldon, former president of Phoenix Insurance Co, was indicted by a grand jury for misappropriating company funds. One million dollars are missing. The item notes a quirky aside about weight and a social maxim.
Representative Sulzer of New York introduced a joint resolution in the House directing the president to employ land and naval forces to restore order in Nicaragua. The measure seeks to program a practical wartime stance from Washington as of December 6. A separate line remarks on gender stereotypes.
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