17 Jul 1892
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1892
Page
1
At the Shrine of Fashion some scoff at fashion yet others obey. A tub-dwelling philosopher may be right that personal appearance counts, and the Haberdashery boasts top neckwear shirts hats and men’s attire. A personal invitation to call is extended by the writer claiming vast stock and wise, economical purchases.
The Sumter County May grand jury submits presentments urging an auditor to inspect county books, improve accounting and enforcement, and recommends continuing a road work system with caution on new levies. They condemn textbook contracts with Ginn Co and favor American Book Company alternatives, protest politicized schooling, and note court-facing vacancies and pensions scrutiny. They praise the courthouse and jail, urge sale of the old jail property, and recognize court officials and the court’s ongoing work. They list pensioners and exclude some due to evidence gaps. The report closes with publication directions and praise for Judge J. F. Watson.
The Baptist Sunday School convention of the Friendship Association convenes at Buena Vista next Wednesday and Thursday with delegates from Americas Baptist schools and prominent speakers. A. B. Harrold secured a 50 cent round trip rate. children under fifteen pay 25 cents. Tickets at George Stapleton or Arthur Rylander. The program runs Wednesday and Thursday with services, discussions, sermons, and workshops led by local pastors and educators. The outing aims to boost youth engagement and fund travel for attendees.
A letter expresses sympathy with the Alliance and support for reform, while district optimism centers on Tam and a Cordele excursion. The group plans a $1 round trip by train next Tuesday to attend the ball game, expecting a large turnout and spirited cheering if Cordele wins.
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