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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1908
Page
6
Bright sale listing coats in navy blue and black serge alpaca and sicilian fabrics offered at a twenty five percent discount. Local shop promotes menswear with seasonal reductions on summer coats in multiple colors and fabrics.
A supplier lists an ore case of sixty dozen men’s gauze socks in black blue brown and gray. Six pairs per box sold under a stated guarantee at 1.60 dollars per box.
A late 19th or early 20th century ad lists men’s wear with Balbriggan undershirts at 25 cents, check nainsook undershirts and drawers at 45 cents, men’s night shirts at 60 cents, check nainsook night shirts, men’s pajamas at 1 dollar, elastic seam drawers at 45 cents, and Scriven drawers at 75 cents.
A catalog of low priced items including bathing suits for men and boys in multiple sizes with various prices from 50c to 3.50. Men’s handkerchiefs suspenders four in hand ties corsets and underwear for both sexes with marked discounts. Ladies accessories include umbrellas knit drawers corset covers hose supporters vests and gloves plus silk lisle hose and cases priced from 25c to 1.50.
Denver July 10 Bryan and Kern the Democratic presidential ticket was announced after an all night session. Bryan led with 89244 votes while Johnson and Gray trailed. Kern, Indiana, was placed in nomination for vice president by Marshall of Iowa with Folk of Missouri and other states seconding. Kern was nominated by acclamation. The platform held, including an anti injunc tion plank acceptable to labor leaders.
The passage notes that Kern was the Democratic candidate for Indiana governor in 1904 and was defeated by Gov. Henly. The vote totaled 274,998 for Kern and 359,362 for Hanley. Kern’s nomination was somewhat unexpected as his name had not been prominently mentioned until today.
J W Jenkins of Chapel Hill NC extols Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best salve in the world, citing its cure of a finger felon and its universal healing power for sores burns and wounds, available for 25 cents at Eldridge Drug Co.
The Bagley Bay Gober orchard near Americus wrapped up its peach packing and shipping for the season. About 50 carloads were sent since Beason opened in June, marking a successful first year with over four hundred thousand trees in the world’s second-largest orchard. The shipments fetched good prices in the north, and financial results are satisfactory as the last car moved yesterday.
Chicago News notes a dessert recipe tip urging readers to dissolve a package of flavor Jell O in boiling water then whip in cream and crushed macaroons to make a jellied dessert. It claims the mixture will set when cooled and can be served with whipped cream or pudding sauce, with Jell O priced at 10 cents per package from any grocer.
The Took versus State decision clarifies what counts as a public place for prohibition purposes. A residence club private office or hotel room may become public if opened indiscriminately to the public. Liquor at a dinner or barbecue is allowed for a select guest list, but a permanent entertainment violates the law. Charlie Took’s jail sale case from Oglethorpe is cited as the appealed matter.
Praise is given to Dr Pierce Favorite Prescription and Pleasant Pellets, claiming honest ingredients, no alcohol, and relief for female ailments. It advises perseverance, warns it will not cure tumors, and offers free consultation with Dr. Pierce in Buffalo.
The colored Grand Lodge of the Knights of Pythias plans a large session in Americus with about two thousand delegates expected. Opening ceremonies happen Monday night at Bethesda Baptist Church with welcome addresses. The meeting will decide the location of the Pythian Home, with Americus and Macon as contenders and a proposed cost near 75000 dollars.
Summer heat injures nerves and mood. Dr Shoop's Restorative promises quick relief within 48 hours as it rebuilds worn nerves, improves appetite, digestion, and strengthens kidneys and heart. Davenport Drug Co sells it.
A compact Chicago News remark notes that earning a mark in society is not always a sign of lasting esteem, suggesting public perception varies with actions and reputation. The line implies caution about judging character by surface achievements.
A briefing notes investors receive quotes on closing prices for favored brands. The report highlights end of day values, market activity, and notable movements among leading names.
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