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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1899
Page
3
GEO. D. WHEATLEY outlines the formal opening of holiday stocks as a major merchandising event. The store emphasizes complete, dependable Christmas stock, top to bottom, with lines at their strongest this season. It offers hints for readers and promises many more unprinted gift-buying tips.
In this holiday sales note, a store touts handkerchiefs for gifts with expanded selling space and special lots. Listings mention embroidered Hindkarchlota and double discounts, plus a range of kid gloves and dress gloves, all offered at pleasing prices. Genta Lanndowne Damraff Kid Gloves $1.25 per pair.
Jury unable to agree after five hours deliberation in Americas courtroom. Fayette Horton stands trial for killing Tom Rivins as witnesses, including Horton's son and daughter, testify. Horton claims he shot to protect his wife during an intruder incident. Court adjourned for night with verdict expected next morning. Also a notice of Mrs. Michael Curtis of Pistofeld IL praising Dr. King's New Discovery for Consumption with a free trial at E. J. Eldridge's drug store.
The Howard resolution urging Congress to authorize Georgia to curb cigarette imports passed the Georgia House. The measure aims to empower state legislation to block interestate cigarette shipments, countering court rulings that favored interstate commerce. A mix of ads and brief items follow, including a cough remedy testimonial and a quip about money.
Dodson's Pharmacy announces a Christmas bulletin with a complete line of articles and novelties. Their buyer sourced goods directly from manufacturers in summer for spot cash, securing lower costs than current prices. Prices reflect cost to the store, not current market value.
A catalog-style note lists station cases with grooming items including combs brushes and tooth powder bottles. It details several sets with ebony and sterling mounts, tea boxes, and silver fittings, noting prices in a historic coin value. The items appear as luxury grooming ensembles with ornate silver work and labeling.
William S. Taylor was inaugurated as Kentucky governor at noon amid light crowd due to weather. He vows to press repeal of the Goebel Election Law as part of his administration and pledges civil liberty, while Justice Hazelton administers the oath.
The injunction case arising from Judge Montgomery's alarm in Schley County was heard last night before Minlee Littlejohn. The plaintiff is represented by Shipp and Shepherd, while Judge Allen Port presents Mr F P M Coker who bought the plantations at sheriff sale. The litigation is not yet ended.
Hoarseness signals a croup onset in susceptible children. Chamberlains Cough Remedy, if given at hoarseness or at the first sign, is claimed to prevent attacks. Widely used across homes with a claimed flawless record over 25 years. Sold by R. Haeden and Dodson’s Pharmacy.
An old newspaper fragment extols South American Nervine Tonic for stomach weakness and indigestion claiming immediate relief and universal cure. It touts safe use, easy dosing, and mentions E. J. Eldridge in Americus Georgia selling the remedy.
Reports from Ariasta on December 12 describe a fierce dispute within the Woodmen of the World. Sovereign Commander Root of Omaha accuses provisional head consul Frost of misdeeds, with the official journal blasting Frost as a traitor.
Covyn Conwaen calls regular meeting of the council on December 11 1890 Mayor Hixon presiding. Minutes read and confirmed. Committee reports on codifying ordinances hotel value reduction and street repairs. Elections for aldermen discussed and a man for fireman term expiring Cameron resignation accepted. Several bills ordered paid and bids discussed for city electricity. Meeting adjourned after routine business.
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