Council Proceedings Urge Strict Economy for City Welfare
A January 2 1893Americus Ga letter from city finance committee urges retrenchment and strict budgeting. They call for fair officer compensation timely tax collection and no exemptions to share the tax burden. Proposals include reforming purchasing procedures and faster fi fas while preserving sinking fund payments and addressing Mr Smiths city hall account.
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Americes
Americas
James Bnilth
Bults
Smith
J. EB
W. P. Burt
G. T. Millar
Grist of the Courts Advances in Local Felony Docket
Several criminal cases were disposed of at the superior court session. Indictments were returned and defendants like Robert Ingram were found guilty of robbery and sentenced to five years, while Peter Ritchies received six years on the chain gang. Horace Parks pleaded guilty to stabbing and faces twelve months or a $60 fine. The court also heard on going trials, including George Carter for using opprobrious words. Dr. Stephen H. McKee announced his move to Americus and purchased the late Dr. Worsham’s dental office. A dramatic performance by Jane’s debut drew strong audience reaction at DeGive’s. The annual election of officers for Americus National Building and Loan Association and the new board’s forthcoming leadership were noted.
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State
William Brownolous
Ed Sime
Horace Parks
Henry Fulton
Robert Ingram
Mary J. Chestnut
Dra. J. B
A. B. Hinkle
Coats
Peter Ritchies
George Carter
Hinkle
Times Recorder
H McKee
Talbotton
Americus
McKe
Dents
J. J. Worsham
MceKee
Stephen H. McKee
Bio
McKee
Dental
Vanderbilt University
School of
Chicago
Vanderbilt
McKeela
Americus National Building and Loan Association
K. Taylor
M. B
Ace
Sliver Politics Stir New York Electors Row
The era's headlines report Senate and House debates on silver policy and the Sherman act, with New York electors censured for backing Murphy against Cleveland. Banking news notes a 6 percent dividend at People's National Bank, and Miss Julia Joinder receives a birthday plant from her father Thomas E. Joiner.
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Haplain
White
Democrat
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Coinage Committee
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Senate
Hill-Tammany Machine
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The
Sun
Maryland
Washington
Major Barnes
Watson
Watsnn
Major Black
Contra
I.mma Soimer
Thomas E. Joiner
Misa Jojuer
Combine Against Mills in Texan Political Furore
In Tex as January 10 report on Mills versus Hogg in the U S Senate race. Hogg men and populists may unite to defeat Mills with Ireland Terrell and Chilton possibly splitting votes to prop up a dark horse. Also: Judge Oliver’s victory prompts a celebratory gift from the bar. a fatalistic misfire at the Iron Works leads to a minor arm wound. visitors from Bucyrus, Ohio tour Americus before Florida trip. Central railroad plans reorganization to be kept secret.
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Tex
Sitch
United States
Hogg
Ireland
Terrell
Chilton
Mills
Atlanta considers taking confederate home for veterans
Atlanta plan moves to seize control of the home for confederate veterans after Georgia legislature refused to accept it. Councilmen Northen and Hill propose city ownership for ten to twenty years with an option to transfer the property to Atlanta. Trustees meet tomorrow to decide on a formal proposal to Washington and the public.
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Atlanta
Northen
Hill
Georgia
Mosers
Atlante
Home
Colby
A B and B Ad Read This Ad
An early 1890s store notice explains slow stock turnover after Xmas and New Year. The retailer forecasts January packing of inferior stock and odd lots to attract buyers, promising wholesale prices on remaining items and selective sale terms through February. It notes equal treatment for cash and clearance and urges prompt January purchases.
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Nanny Hawke
Brukes
Ipan
Ates Lee Ae
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