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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1901
Page
8
A shop touts Spotless white goods with bold claims and heavy discounts. It highlights 20 pieces of white check Nainsook and Dimity, 72 inch White French Mousseline, long cloth, and various stockings and undergarments with marked weekly prices and cuts, urging careful customer consideration.
The notice advertises MEN'S SHIRTS in various fabrics and colors at bargain prices this week, including fancy colored shirts with attached collars and cuffs, percale and madras options, and muslin night shirts. It highlights a sale on linen skirts, with about a dozen left at reduced prices, and black silk tafteta skirts offered below regular prices.
E D Ansley’s large Americus grocery store is closed under bankruptcy filings by several New York creditors. U S Marshal John M Barnes takes stock as receiver. George F White assists. Liabilities and assets not yet tallied but likely near 4000 dollars. stock valuable enough to convert to cash quickly. Ansley, a longtime businessman, laments bad debts and weak collection laws while noting no preferred creditors.
An old advertisement claims Booglen’s Arnica Salve heals facial sores and a wide range of skin conditions. It promises complete clearance of eruptions, fever sores, ulcers and other blemishes, with a money back guarantee. Available for 250 at E. J. Eldridge’s.
The marriage at Sylvester yesterday morning joined Mrs. Mamie Adams Mc Phaul and Dr. Jeffaras in a socially prominent event. Friends in Americus had learned of the approaching wedding after her month-long stay with her mother, Mrs. M. J. Adams, at 118 Lamar street. The couple then left for a bridal tour to Buffalo and Niagara Falls via the Central. Also noting a product plug for Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets priced at 25 cents with free samples at druggists.
Speight, severely wounded by Tim Alexander with a knife, remains under treatment at the Allen House. Doctors warn pneumonia risk as authorities hold Alexander on assault with intent to murder. Alexander, facing trial, has hired an attorney and awaits further proceedings.
It claims Dr King New Discovery for Consumption cures many diseases including pneumonia pleurisy bronchitis and fevers. It praises quick relief for coughs croup hoarseness and asthma. Sold by E J Eldridge with guarantee and trial bottles offered at 50c 100 and free trials.
Mr W. Murphey leaves Americus via the Central for Tucson Arizona after a week visiting relatives. He previously left Americus seven years ago to take a government post in Tucson, his first visit back in that span. His wife and children stay with her sisters for a month longer.
A traditional praise of Syrup of Figs as a pleasant tasting laxative suitable for children and adults. The text touts gentle action soothing effects and recommends every family keep a bottle. Manufactured by the California Fig Syrup Co.
An excursion train from Savannah to Americus carried a deceased man who had once lived in Americus. The relatives chose to bury him there, and the corpse rode for $2.75. The attendant also kept the return tickets, effectively stealing them.
Judge Charles Criep lowered the bond for Schmidt and Balch from 100 to 50 dollars each after they were jailed as witnesses in a dispute involving local strikers. The two imported machinists, held in the county jail, could have secured liberty with money but lacked sufficient funds to post bond for court appearances.
Jim Thomas and Tim Alexander faced a police court hearing held yesterday by Mayor Protem Glover. The incident, described as a brief escapade, resulted in Thomas receiving eight silver planks as a penalty.
Van Riper announces a limited promotion offering one opal with every dozen of his fine photographs. The deal runs for a short time and invites clients to purchase ensembles of prints while supplies last.
The store has been crowded all week with buyers seeking smart merchandise at unbeatable prices. The message promises additions this week including Ladies' Shirt Waists and other desirable items. Further price reductions are promised on remaining goods from last week.
This week we offer our entire stock of Ladies Shirt Waists at reduced prices. All are this season's styles from top American makers and fit well. 39¢ for waists formerly 65¢ and 75¢. 50¢ for waists formerly 85¢ to $1. 75¢ for waists around $1.25. A few fancy waists sold cheap to clear out.
Local notes describe abundant corn and cotton prospects for Americas next fall. Farmers report dry weather enabling grass control on many farms, cotton improving rapidly, and corn growth thriving though needing rain. Open until eleven at night for consumer convenience at Dodson's Pharmacy.
Capt. and Mrs. Joan A. SteDonald were summoned to Cartersville due to the grave illness of their daughter Mrs. Bradley, formerly Miss Mamie McDonald, who had just bought Buffalo tickets and planned a pleasant East trip before receiving the telegram. Pure Frozen Cream Dodson's.
The counter displays the daintiest dress fabrics including Dimities Batistes Organdies Zephyr Cloths and other choice goods. They have retailed all season from 12 1 2c to 11 2c per yard.
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