Bailey's Offers Fresh Stock At Lower Prices
Advertisement note claiming W. D. Bailey's will yield new, fresh stock at prices lower than ever before, inviting customers to shop for bargains.
12 Jan 1894
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1894
Page
1
Advertisement note claiming W. D. Bailey's will yield new, fresh stock at prices lower than ever before, inviting customers to shop for bargains.
To Our Patrons and Friends 1894 notice from HO D Wheatley outlining practical economy for consumers in 1894. Emphasizes low prices, best value, and renewed patronage in dry goods clothing and general department store goods. Expresses gratitude and wishes for prosperity and happiness for customers and friends.
Ex minister Blount testifies before Senate committee on his Honolulu actions including lowering the American flag and withdrawing troops from the provisional government. He defends plan as proper within mission scope, noting U S troops’ presence influenced local opinion and that order was not dependent on their continued stay.
Secretary Gresham receives Willis report on Hawaii from the post office and takes it to the White House for cabinet review with Presidents and Secretaries. The meeting's end time is uncertain as officials pledged to return by two. The president denies visitors meanwhile. Editor Myrick's Blood Rumors notes a separate bank election and offices in Americus. Toronto customs inspector Whitehead arrives to investigate opium smuggling, leading to Morse customs suspension at Union Station.
The notice extols Syrup of Figs as both method and result in cleansing the system. It claims it dispels colds, headaches, fevers, and constipation, delivering a pleasant, stomach friendly effect and reliable relief.
Washington dispatch reports President Cleveland growing irritated at Democratic papers for blaming Secretary of State Gresham over Hawaiian policy. The president insists instructions came from him, not the secretary, and will not shift responsibility. The White House cites presidential control from start to finish.
In Wretched Health section, Lawrence Pulliam a cashier of the National Bank of Asheville disappeared after taking 200 for an eastern trip, leaving his wife Peete and family worried. Officials found no clear motive or suspects in the bank affair. Bonding secured by Casualty company of New York. Coroner censures Louisville bridge firm after deadly disaster. Prohibition wins in Arneville with liquor licenses set at 100. Senate committee reports on customs official nomination. An elderly widow dies in London.
An investigation across a week finds no mill or factory in the Pittsburgh district shut down due to tariff changes. Reports show manufacturing improving after mid year, with iron and other sectors investing in machinery and plant improvements to cut costs and boost production despite protections.
The Desperate efforts of the defendant to mask retaliations emerge in Lewis Redwine's trial as prosecutors detail cash advances from other banks, and Redwine's alleged acts tied to a bank shortage. Bank officers testify to cashiers' checks and misused funds, with society figures linked to Redwine and his alleged luxurious habits. A fragmented report also notes unrelated local incidents and a distant explosion, plus a weather outlook for North and South Carolina and Georgia.
Nebraska representative Bryan compiles European income tax details from consuls. Britain taxes all incomes over 150 pounds with rates from 2 percent upward. 1892 yield about 13.21 million pounds. Prussia and Bavaria tax varying with exemptions. Austria and Italy raise significant revenues. Switzerland and other states show mixed rates and exemptions.
The Jersey City banquet organizers face disappointment as congressmen mock the event planned for January 20. Letters to Senator Reed provoke light humor with refusals of offers while misunderstanding escalates to a joke.
Henry Collier leaped forty feet from the third story during his trial for murder, surviving the fall and fleeing into the yard. A massive search ensued, with hundreds of officers and citizens, before Collier was found under a house and jailed. The court adjourned as his fate for life hung on today’s proceedings.
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