16 Feb 1898
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1898
Page
1
Ere Hi Hi February 15 in Ohio, rumors say Sherman may quit his post as secretary of state within days. The situation has long embarrassed officials and worsened by the de Lorne affair, with cabinet officers not fully aligned.
Premier and cabinet ministers express shame and regret, saying they are honest men placed in a false position by a fool. Madrid correspondence notes intense embarrassment and possible political fallout amid public uproar.
A damaged snippet discusses women’s health and outdoor exercise, asserting women’s fitness and circulation, with fragmented phrases about exercise and vitality. The text lacks clear context or concrete claims.
A promotional note extols Syrup of Figs as a pleasant tasting laxative that eases constipation and supports digestive comfort. It claims reliable druggists stock the 50 cent bottles and will procure it if unavailable, warning against substitutes.
The Union Village Ohio Shakers buy 10 500 acres in Glynn County near Brunswick for 30 000 dollars, once part of Altamaha and Hopeton plantations with 750 slaves. They renovate the Cooper mansion on the Altamaha River and will establish a southern colony there.
Savannah, Bavarian Feb. 15. General Henry B. Jackson of this city has been in critical illness for several days after a sudden attack of acute indigestion. He has been confined to his bed with constant medical care. his exact condition is uncertain. The venerable Georgian has a long record of service and is famed as the author of The Old Red Hills of Georgia.
General John B. Gordon of Georgia spoke at Grand Avenue Congregational in Milwaukee on February 16. The E. B. Wolcott post pledged to provide escorts, meeting the general at the Pfister hotel and presenting a courtesy gesture from the post. Also reported a fatal shooting near Middleboro with facts limited to a Shawnee man and a suspect from Allendale.
Lord William Nevill fourth son of the Marquis of Abercavenny pleaded guilty to fraud in a London court over notes tied to Sam Lewis moneylender and Lieutenant Spencer Clay. He received five years penal servitude after extenuation claims and tears from onlookers. Lady Neville attended as court officials and spectators reacted emotionally to the sentencing.
In Havana February 15 the cabinet met and did not discuss the de Lome letter. Attendance was marked and little business was transacted. Officials say they are satisfied with the situation and expect timely advices from Madrid satisfactory to both the United States and Spain.
A Madrid dispatch reports the populace believes the Spanish cabinet apologized to the United States and fears a demonstration. Other items note the National Association of Brick Manufacturers meeting in Buffalo with 500 delegates, and public school dedication in Montgomery Alabama.
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