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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1900
Page
4
The Times-Recorder notes its long lineage from 1870 and 1281 consolidations and announces options for daily and weekly editions. It lists contact details for editorial leadership and subscription remittance in American Georgia, with a focus on establishing continued publication and local reader engagement.
The Times-Recorder serves as the official publication for the City of Americas and Sumter County. It also acts as the official organ for Webster County and the Railroad Commission of Georgia in the Mi Congressional District.
In Americus Georgia July 20 1900 reports note abundant wheat and plentiful corn for Sumter farmers. Local water outage in Atlanta prompts mayoral crisis management. Global rumors linger about China and Pekin violence, with harsh language about “yellow devils” and swift punitive action by America and allied powers.
The South, reliant on cotton mill shipments to China, seeks larger markets as Boxer turmoil risks cutting exports. Banks delay shipments, fearing risk while China is unsettled. The U.S. aims to preserve Chinese territorial integrity and open doors, denying war and partial partition. The South anticipates growing demand for iron and steel once peace returns and railroads expand, with Nicaragua canal and open door policy boosting prosperity.
The Nashville Americas argues that a Roosevelt bid may attract crowds of admirers from his rough rider days but warns that nominating leaders for flashy heroics risks undermining the civil and thoughtful leadership America needs. It notes Grant’s military prestige did not guarantee lasting governance and cautions against hero worship over policy.
A historical clipping argues that amnesty proclamations in the Philippines have accelerated the massacre of Filipinos. It contends that additional proclamations would mask a planned extermination and justify violent acts against natives.
The Washington Post humorously proposes awarding a scholarship to Theodore Roosevelt for a course in declining nominations, referencing Hon. David Bennett Hill in a playful historical quip about political strategy.
Mr Stevenson's name does not appear on the roll of world military heroes yet he has a wartime distinction as the man behind the ax. He earned a notable reputation for his role in battle and is remembered for his decisive actions and leadership in conflict.
Commissioner Jane notes a very wet June with about ten inches of rainfall, hurting corn in riverbottom lands and leaving cotton choked with grass. Farmers urged to adopt shallow plowing, rapid field work, and targeted weed control, with forage, peas, millet, early potatoes, and evaporated fruit as recovery steps.
Reports from July describe Admiral Seymour allegedly forced to shoot his wounded as retreating allied troops faced torture by Chinese forces. Captured soldiers reportedly endured horrific mutilation before death, with a firing squad permitted to end their suffering. Also noted is Charley Jones killed by unknown assailant near Saxpexsville, Georgia.
Lonpos July 16: Robert Werkbergh, House of Commons leader, warns that Boxer upheaval endangers China trade worth £53,000,000 in 1899, of which Britain held £34,000,000. He argues reparation is premature, mandarins cannot be held individually responsible, and Britain seeks open internal waterways and lower interest duties under foreign officials. He notes 5,562 British subjects in China and Sir Claude MacDonald’s prior preparations for possible tragedy.
Birnonam Alabama July 18 final survey of the North Alabama railroad a new line built by Louisville and Nashville from its main line near Phelans Cullian county to Blount Jefferson and Walker counties connects with the Ensley Southern branch of the Southern railway near the Warrior river. The line about 30 miles long will require heavy work through a rough section and plans for immediate construction follow.
Hearing on exceptions to railway and telegraph property assessments continues as Westex Union challenges a 1,000,000 valuation and a judge blocks further action until court resolution. Atlantic Coast Line, Southern, and Seaboard Air Line face increased totals and similar disputes. In Asheville, Police Chief J A Lyerly killed Joe McClatchey in the city jail during a confrontation after McClatchey caused disturbances.
A Tien Tsin dispatch dated July 11 reports Chinese forces attacking railway stations while French troops return fire from the ground. The clash results in heavy Japanese and Chinese losses with estimates of around 900 Chinese killed.
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