29 Dec 1896
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1896
Page
1
Winter weather signals demand for clothing and supplies. Allen and Sheffield advertise as the cheapest source with unbroken stock and ready for every department, inviting customers to compare with competitors and believe their claim of lower prices.
Dress Goods and Trimmings Notions Hosiery Gloves Handkerchiefs Underwear departments featured through December. Goods suited for Christmas gifts. attention drawn to Ladies' Coats and Wraps and a new line of wraps described as finest yet shown in Americus with great bargains in dress goods.
Our Shoe Stock is brim full of bargains and we offer them cheaper than before. Allen & Sheffield's is known for quality and steady, honest values. We have largest stock and lowest prices with hats and caps arriving this week. Visit early and often to please you.
The tariff hearings before the House Ways and Means Committee began at the capitol with large delegations present. Morning work covered the chemical schedule and wines and liquors as Chairman Dingley opened the sessions from 10 to 4 with a midday recess.
At Birurlxouas Alabama on December 28 a Birmingham Mineral line wreck near the Cahaba river killed 28 and injured many as rescuers battled flames. Initial findings point to train wrecking with investigators noting a broken bridge pier and a reversed engine as the disaster's cause.
The Atlas National Bank of Chicago shuts its doors amid a wave of bank suspensions. Officials promise creditors will be paid in full, with funds advanced by Chicago clearinghouses to cover claims, while related banks in Superior and Chicago reassess solvency and future courses.
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