31 Dec 1891
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1891
Page
1
W W Thompson defends his right to sell fruit and rebuts Dr Burt’s accusations in a broad critique of municipal and inter state rules. He discusses taxation, ownership of property, and supply conditions while denying claims about orange sources and prices.
A Tris Recorder account recalls a Christmas Eve gambling spree that ruined a man's finances after a $60 salary and a Xmas windfall. The piece contrasts that tale with Savannah rail developments, noting work by Col Hawkins and the Louisville and Nashville line near Savannah and Lyons, plus contractor Russell’s camp and expectations of temporary stay and eventual construction linking Savannah, Americus, and Montgomery.
Armour & Co plan a local branch with Mr Ross Malone renting quarters to supply meats of every variety nationwide. A new refrigerator will ensure fresh products and taint free protection. The Cincinnati pork packers aim to feed the entire union from Atlantic to Pacific through increasing branch houses.
Two Israelite peddlers who learned the clothing value of 400 dollars were sent to Americus by S Coleman. They vanished two months ago and were last seen in Macon before details faded. Chief Lingo tracked them. they are now in an adjoining state and will be arrested and returned to Americus to answer breach of trust charges.
Prominent residents prepare for New Year’s Day calling in Americus with Mrs Bloom Brown and a host of companions hosting callers at multiple homes. Attendants include Mrs W B Worthy, Miss Raspbury, Miss Shelton, Miss Amoret Gray, Hattie Windsor, Sarah Cobb, and many others from Little Rock Newnan Birmingham and nearby towns. A noted arrangement list signals social duties and a council meeting may address it further.
Citizens in Americus voice concern over a proposed gas rate plan and defective meters. The editorial notes the old meters corroded and unreliable, while new meters reportedly register more accurately. Personal mentions include local residents and visiting dignitaries, with community chatter about housing gas use and bills.
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