Birds of Passage Coming and Going in Americus
Local notes list residents visiting relatives and merchants making city trips. Mrs James A Davenport returns from Atlanta. Mrs O Y Lamar visits Taylor street. S J Feller and Mrs M G Hall back from trips to Americus area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. J. Wede
Leslie
James A. Davenport
Atlanta
Grilio
O Y. Lamar
Richland
D W. Bagley
Taylor Street
J. Feller
M G. Hall
Negro storekeeper jailed after talking on smallpox case
George Moon, a known Black storekeeper, was jailed at the barracks after allegedly threatening to release a contagious smallpox patient near his business. The sick man, removed from a Contra traiway train, disappeared from custody while guarded for recovery in the northern suburbs. Officials fear further spread as Fitz gerald officials are alerted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Moon
Moon
Bouslipox
Fitzgerald
Heavy Loss by Kramer Ire Destroyed Shingle and Sawmill
A large fire at the Gross Lumber Co plant in Kramer destroyed the sawmill and shingle mill, while the plating mill survived. About 10,000 feet of lumber near the Georgia and Alabama Railroad was burned, and several loaded cars were saved only by removing them with an engine. The loss, though not yet fixed, is described as heavy, with the sawnailyard among the region’s largest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Times-Recorder
Gross Lumber Compa
Kramer
Georgia and Alabama
Abbville
Dr Kings New Life Pills Promote Health Claims
The advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as boosting brain power and overall health. It notes the product is sold at E. J. El Gridge’s drug store and promises vitality by addressing stomach liver kidneys and bowels.
Fresh Fish and Oysters at Bhetluck's
Fresh fish offerings include bream, bad, trout and oysters available at Bhetluck's, highlighting a diverse seafood selection for customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bhetluck's
Story of a Slave Bound by Chains and Chains of Fear
Fragmentary account describes a slave named Hermie and a person named George D Wishbone from Mapchester Michigan. It claims the remedy Eleo a cures nervousness sleeplessness headaches and other maladies quickly and is offered for sale by E J Kidridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tob
George
Itame
Mapchester
Mich
Mate
Ren Hermie
Ello
Aluon
Eleoa
J Kidridge
Uniforms for State Troops To Be Furnished Soon
The Americas Light Infantry and all state military bodies will receive new uniforms soon. Phil Byrd, acting adjutant, reports governor authorized uniforming of militia infantry cavalry naval reserves and artillery. About £35 000 is needed for 4000 troops, with privates funded by the soldiers and officers paying for theirs. infantry first, then cavalry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Americas Light Infantry
Phil Byrd
Congress
Gorgis
Americas
Does It Pay to Buy Cheap Cough Remedies
A reader is urged to seek a proven cough and throat remedy rather than cheap, ineffective options. The ad touts Borches'a GioT ries as a universal cure that destroys germs, reduces inflammation, eases expectoration, and promotes sleep. Sample bottles are offered at Davenport Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wang Yearn
Davenport Urug
Pretty Opera Pleases Herald Square Audience
The comic opera Said Pasha was presented by the Herald Square Company to a very appreciative audience last night. The company delivered strong performances with a capable cast and an excellent chorus. Matinee today features Olrette and tonight ends with The Chimes of Normandy.
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Pasha
Herald Square
Normandy
Death of Andy Fletcher From Tree Cutting Accident
Andy Fletcher, an elderly Black man well known in town, died yesterday from injuries after falling ten to fifteen feet from a tree while cutting away limbs. He struck his head on the ground and died after lingering a day and night at Grat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andy Fletcher
Fletcher
Fine Kentucky Horses and Mules for Sale at Lowest Prices
A carload of good Kentucky horses and mules has arrived and will be sold at low prices. Watch for two buggy carriage teams and a pair called Cull and ace thin Sueatock. Also notice a new antidote at Rembert's Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky
Random Short News Items Across The Nation
A miscellaneous United States roundup covers entertainment in New York with Olivette at Herald Square Theatre and a kinetoscope fight exhibit. Cotton markets in Americas stay quiet as prices dip. Boer War costs may reach 500 million pounds. Martin Dudley showcases a new 36 inch trumpet for graphophone playback and early morning services at the Presbyterian church discuss the Christian life. Pain Killer Perry Davis remains a staple remedy with 25 and 50 cent sizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Dudley
Presbyterian Church
Ray E-R Yg Henderson
Americas Theatre
Stock Taking Over Weather Forces Inventory Run
Weather disruptions trigger a page three inventory sweep as staff inventory and tally stock amid poor conditions. The note indicates a pause in normal publication and a push to complete counts despite the storm.
Special Cut Price Sale Pushes Deals This Week
In stock again are odds and ends and many desirable lots overlooked during the busy season. These items will be sacrificed this week along with last week’s offerings and other reductions. Shop now to save money on the sale.
Ladies Tailor Made Suits at Cut Prices
Former prices ignored for new season tailor made suits. Barat Vene harvest, Yaffe waists, and Cheviot Serges offered at deep discounts. Covert Mize and other staples reduced. sale asserts all garments are new, up to date, and suitable year round. No suits sent on approval.
Dress Goods Price Cuts and Closeout Offers
A fragmented sale listing shows yard skirts and plaid fabrics reduced from varying old prices to new low rates. It highlights black Henriettas and grosgrain fabrics with per yard prices falling, plus discounts on satin duchess and water patterns as closeout deals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neice Ie
Bioroe
Enon
Mobal
Pleaded Guilty in Cotton Theft Case
Clarke and Davis were arrested for stealing cotton from a warehouse and selling it to a junk dealer. Clarke pleaded guilty before Judge Charles R. Crisp. sentence set at $75 fine or twelve months. Davis remains to be tried. Judge Crisp's first official act since taking the bench. Also note dog lost and local ads for shoes and cures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
GC. Clarke
Kenry Davis
Jarge
Charles R. Crisp
Comaory Court
Clarke
Julie Crisp
Davis
Judge Crisp
Jackets and Capes Half Price Sale
Local shop advertises a large stock of jackets and capes at half price to clear inventory. Prices include 1240 Jackota 750 Jackts 610 Sackot fur and children’s wraps offered near cost as the sale nears end.
Zolgora Ladies Shore Two Shoes Grade H
A fragment notes shoes for the Zolgora ladies, itemized as shore two, grade H, with limited context on purpose or quantity. Details are sparse and uncertain from the legible text.
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Zolgora Ladies Shore
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Hudson's Drug
Mars
Julie BR. Hadean
Periour
Meg
William Forbes Black
Mary Fizabeth
Mr. Bleck
Americus
Montgomery Advertiser
Old Reliable Jewelry Store
G. T. Sullivan
Chamberlain
M. V. Fisher
Liberty
W. Va
Vhamberista
Gough Ramdy
Cronp
J. R. Hadeon Bod Dodun
Call Oc Pinkston Co
Cannon Ball Shoes
Bismarck
Finninger Company
Jackson Street
Americus, Ga
Duncan's Store
Madras
Jant
Watie Fraoch
Mosday
Mayfield Woolen Mills
Molhl Valley
United States
A.G. Duncan
Jackson St
Windsor Hotel
Herald Square Company
Rembert's
South Africa
Africa
Opea
Perry Davis
L.verspota
G.O. Lovixe
Rembert
Cail
May
S. Baldwin
Star Safety Razor
James Fricker
Jewelers
Georgia
Aloth
Wales
Bird
Marseilles
Nures
Igler
Zauler
Ofrouu
Funets
Crosseti
Hann
Chiden
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