Americus Georgia the Commercial Capital of the Southwest
Americus Georgia, seat of Sumter County, sits at key rail crossroads with three lines to the north and west and three to Florida. The climate, fertile land, and growing population support diverse industries from iron works to a large winter hotel. With schools, banks, and growing real estate, the city positions itself as a healthful residence and industrial hub in Southwest Georgia.
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House voting doubts on Planatian resolution during February debate
Washington and Senate discussions on foreign affairs and pension frauds dominate the day. Democrats hint Republicans may abstain to break a quorum, while plans to adjourn loom. Other items include Sherman on wool hearings, reinstatement of railway clerks, and Ohio's stance on state currency laws.
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Olney's ties taint public duty sparks Boston inquiry
Massachusetts legislature orders probe into Attorney General Olney amid accusations his private railroad and corporate connections clash with his official duties. Report notes his role as counsel to Boston and Maine as well as other lines, with associates linked to sugar and whisky trusts. Tacoma unrest and Lincoln adviser Wilkinson's death also noted.
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Unclear text about Syrup of Figs and health claims
Fragmentary OCR note promotes Syrup of Figs with vague claims of pleasant taste and bowel cleansing. Mentions kidney action, cold relief, headaches, fevers, and habitual cure. Lacks clear facts, dates, or entities.
Pugilistic Judge Fights Footpads in Chicago Standoff
Justice Thomas Bradwell of the Armory Police court was attacked by two footpads while returning for a bail bond. He struck first with a gas pipe blow, then knocked both men down and finished by kicking, recounting a swift, nonlethal street confrontation.
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Tragedy Strikes Chattanooga Banker in Elevator Shooting
Chattanooga reports a fatal shooting at the Richard son building where G N Henson, president of the Orti gens Bank and Trust, shot J B Wert in the elevator cage. Wert died within ten minutes. Henson awaited divorce proceedings as police and medical aid responded. The incident shocks the city amid social scandal rumors and ongoing Southern industrial notices.
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Everett athletic association chief cites money for Corbett bids
A special dispatch from Everett Washington quotes W A Brady president of the athletic association claiming the club would bid 170 696000 for the Corbett. Meanwhile a separate item from Glade Springs Virginia reports Bob Branch shot and killed Ed Bayee in sleep, the incident occurring ninety miles east of hare.
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Peckham's confirmation outlook worsens amid committee chatter
In Washington on February 6, Peckham's case was postponed until Monday as Senator Hoar delays voting. Senator Hill claims another committee member may oppose Peckham if Senator George falters. Hill is confident an unfavorable report will be issued, signaling a bleak outlook for Peckham's confirmation.
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