Birds of Passage Coming and Going
A column of social notes records moves and visits of Americus residents and guests. J M Fleming of Bainbridge, Lee McLendon of Atlanta, B R Troy from Savannah, J S Shuck of the Columbus Enquirer-Sun, Jennie Tiner of Dawson, Col James S Farnam from Macon, Mrs James A Davenport visiting relatives in Atlanta and Griffin, Will and Joe Wells from Smithville, C C Cheeves of Montezuma, with others forming a party at the De Soto Bayannah Press context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BR. M. Troy
Savannah
Windsor
J. 8. Shuck
The
Columbus, Enquirer-Son
Misa Jennie Tiner
Dawson
Americus
James S. Farnam
Macon
James A. Davenport
Atlanta
Griffin
Mesers
Will
Joe Wells
Smithville
C. C. Cheeves
Monteauma
Stost
W. A. Dodson
Uriah B. Harrold
Misa Rosalie Smith
Misa Gertrude Smith
Mary O. Davenport
Ada Fogle
Winston-Salem
de Soto — Bayannah Press
August Flower and Cannon Ball Shoes Advertisements
An old newspaper fragment touts Green's August Flower as a cure for indigestion nervous prostration and heart issues with sample bottles at Davenport Drug Company. It also promotes Cannon Ball Shoes praised for durability from Pinkston Company with new stock noted and references to Breitert's Diag.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Green
Davenport Deng’ Company
Pinkston Company
Bion
Breitert
Second Trial in Hammond Versus Central Railroad
A single case before the court, the second trial of Joshua Hammond versus Central Railroad, occupied Superior Court yesterday. Hammond sought damages for personal injury from a crossing accident years earlier when his team of mules was struck by a passenger train. The jury awarded Hammond 800 in the first trial. the railroad won a new trial, and the second hearing began yesterday, with a verdict expected soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Superior Court
Joshua Hammond
Central Railroad
Hammond
Haramond
Mardi Gras Plans Spark New Orleans Festivities
Many Americans expect to attend Mardi Gras in New Orleans from February 21 to 28. A single fare will be issued, with the exact amount to be announced. The carnival promises to be both attractive and instructive, featuring Rex and the Krewe of Nereus presenting a unique electric parade on February 21 powered and lit by electricity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Rex
Nereus
Discovered by a Woman In Shelbyville
A Shelbyville claim tells of Mrs Luther Lutz who credited Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption with curing her seven year battle against disease. She slept through the night after starting the remedy and by taking two bottles reports a complete recovery. Trial doses were offered at E J Eldridge s Drug Store with a 50 cent regular size and a 10 cent trial. The claim includes a price guarantee. Ball shoes are also advertised via Pinkston Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Luther Lutz
Jarrites
Cashier Mitchell Quits After Nine Years at People's Bank
H C Mitchell, cashier at the People's Bank, resigns after nine years of faithful service to take a respite from confinement duties and to attend to private farming and dairying interests. Directors accept his resignation with regret as he plans to devote time to outside pursuits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell
H. C. Mitchell
People’s Bank
People's Bank
Dr King’s New Life Pills Advertises Appetite Aid
The ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy for poor appetite and indigestion. It claims to improve digestion and energy, promising a regular bodily habit. Available for 25 cents at KEJ Ki drug store.
Cotton market shows little change after initial gains
The cotton market remained weak with only small rises in the day. Early gains faded, ending discouragingly as January 7.22, March 7.1, and May 7.25 were listed. few bales were sold as holders resisted panic prices.
Americus Light Infantry Holds Enthusiastic Meeting
An enthusiastic gathering of the Americus Light Infantry last night featured Capt. W. F. Clarke taking formal command and leading the unit through drill for the first time. Despite bad weather, attendance was strong and Clarke praised the effort. The company is now in excellent condition and poised to be among Georgia’s best for strength and efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Americus Light Infantry
W. F. Clarke
Clarke
Georgia
May Settle With Exhibitors Over Unpaid Premiums
Suits against the State Fair Company may be compromised as exhibitors from Americus and Sumter holding unpaid premium claims against the State Agricultural Society, tied to the Macon Dixie Fair, stand to gain from a proposed settlement. The notice also advertises local remedies and products available in Savannah and Rembert, including Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy refunds and fresh garden seed at Rembert’s Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Fair Company
State Agricultural Society
Macon
Dixie Fair Association
Americus
Sumter
Tales of the Town Terse News Across the County
Short random items report a cotton sale profit, housing investment hopes, and a flood of local political candidates. Steve Small joins Dr. Eldridge’s Lamar Street drug store. Jas Riviere Jr. moves to The People’s Bank as bookkeeper and collector. Weather turns wet, rail travel suffers. central railway officials attend a damages case before Sumter Superior Court. Bank of Southwestern Georgia stockholders meet with officers to be elected and a four percent semiannual dividend declared.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Americas
Steve Small
Eldridge
Lamar Street
J. W. Hall
E. J. Dyer
H. W. Scoville
Central Railway
Sumter Superior Court
Bank of Southwestern Georgia
Republican meeting call in Atlanta March 7 formalizes state convention
Walter H. Johnson issues the formal call for Georgia Republicans to meet in Atlanta on March 7 to elect delegates to the national convention and nominate candidates for governor and other state officers. Four delegates will go to the national convention from the state at large, marking a long-awaited GOP ticket in Georgia. Fresh fish and seafood advertised by Sherlock & Co with Cannons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Walter H. Johnson
Republican State Central Committee
Georgina
Winter coat and fur sale announces 30 day price cuts
The store urges immediate purchases as cold weather continues into spring. For thirty days all jackets, furs, capes, and collarettes are discounted deeply with many items reduced to about half or one third of former prices. Strong emphasis on remaining stock and upcoming cold period.
Ready Made Ladies Suits Sale At Bargain Prices
A local tailor made suit department reports great success with ready made options for women. About three dozen medium and fine suits remain and will be sold in coming days at deep discounts. Former prices of eight fifty drop to five, ten to twelve fifty fall to seven fifty, fifteen to ten, and eighteen to thirteen and a half.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Shoes Department Highlights Attract Wide Customer Trade
Under our roof you will find a modern shoe department with up to date offerings. Our sales have been very large thanks to low prices being a key feature. Trade has grown as customers are pleased by the money they save here. Children’s shoes are a leading feature of this department.
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Ziegler Bros
America
Frm
Maine
California
Crossett
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Boyler's
Houpsox
Dave
J. M. Fleming
Bainbridge
Mr. Lee McLendon
Atlante
Finkston Company
G. T. Sullivan
Yeanerious Jewelry
Alabama
Ladlea
Windsor Hotel
Mardi Gras
Pinkston Co
Finninger Company
Jackson Street
Americus, Ga
Duncan
Oxford
Jeene C. I
Doen Moo
United States
G Duncan
Under
Svinasor
Americaanitigs
Light Infantry
Americus Company
Dodson's
Hudson's
Chamberlain's
Rembert’s
Rembert's Drug Store
O. B. Car
T. J. Davis
Hay Street
Weat
Scott
Sherlock & Co's
Callon Pinkston Co
Wollford
E. J. Iaridee
Amerizna
James Fricker
Americus, Georgia
PTT
Mer Lee
Kersey
Ion
Seaon
Wilton
Frencemen, Pisten & Co
Ie Oess
Ted Pee Awe
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