Dan Chappell Heads Legion In Americas Post Election
John D. Mathis Post American Legion held a meeting in Windsor last night. Dan Chappell was named commander with Stephen S. Saunders as vice commander and treasurer Ben C. Hogue as adjutant and Harry Williams as chaplain. Retiring officers included Gordon Howell and Evan Mathis. The post plans to grow membership toward 500 in the next year and to push activities for veterans and to host the 1921 state convention in Americas.
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John D. Mathis
Lego
Windsor
Dan Chappell
Stephen S. Saunders
Treasrer
Ben C. Hogue
Harry Williams
Gordon Howell
Evan Mathis
John G. Holst
Hillard Williams
Americas
Augusta
Richland Ex Slave dies at age of 110
Richland, July 28. Dick Collins, one of the oldest ex slaves in this part of Georgia, died at his home here this week. Known as Uncle Dick by both old and young, he was 110 years old according to records handed down by owners during the war. He was humble and loved by hundreds of white friends throughout Stewart and Webster counties.
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Richland
Dick Collins
Georgia
Stewart
Webster
Ameco Chill and Fever Tonic Promises Malaria Relief
Malaria chills and fever claimed to be cured by Ameco Chill and Fever Tonic. The ad touts rapid action, claims no drugs, and urges buying from a druggist for 86e with a money back guarantee if not satisfied. The copy highlights relief from fever, chills, and fatigue and markets the product as a scientific tonic.
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Billings
Markets and Livestock Prices Across Southern Markets
Summary of cotton prices in Americus and New Orleans futures, plus livestock bids from Moultrie and Montgomery yards. Hogs and cattle listed by weight bands with quotes for buyers and sellers, noting quality adjustments and standard downgrades. The report captures open prices, price ranges, and yard-specific figures for July deliveries.
Service in Germany Offered Ex-Service Men
Private John Edwards in charge of the Americas recruiting station today received orders to enlist former service men for army service in Germany. The three year rearms enlistment seeks infantry cavalry artillery and quartermaster corps. Many former service men may wish to see Europe again. those interested should call Private Edwards in his city hall office.
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John Edwards
Americas
Germany
Infantry
Calvary
Artillery
Quartermaster Corps
Europe
Edwards
City Hall
Majors Sells Milltown Newspaper to Lanier County News
R E L Majors returned from Milltown where he disposed of his interest in the Milltown Advocate. W L and J P Ler of Milltown will rename it the Lanier County News, official organ of the county, while Majors stays in Americas as Times Recorder foreman. A Cuban sugar factory needs 250 acres of cane daily to operate at capacity.
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R. E. L. Majors
Americus
Milltown
Cuba
Nurse Saves Two Patients After Doctores Eyeing Knife
A nurse recounts saving two patients after doctors considered surgery. A friend recommended Mayr’s Wonderful Remedy for stomach trouble, used with success. The remedy is said to remove catarrhal mucus and reduce inflammation, aiding stomach and liver issues including appendicitis. Money-back guarantee applies. Sold by Howells' Pharmacy and druggists.
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Mayr
Howells
Sasser Wins In Game Here 7-5
Americas baseball team lost 7 to 5 to a patched Sasser lineup featuring Leslie's players and recruits from Dawson. Parsons allowed 11 hits with 12 strikeouts as Americus led 4-0 early before the closing rally. Deavours and Gocke starred for the visitors while McClesky impressed at shortstop. Bronwood shown as Thursday opponent.
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Americas
Sasser
Leslie
Dawson
Parsons
Americus
Cocke
Jennings
Gammage
Marksall
Deavours
D. Hooks
Dunn
Jeff McCleaky
Hooks
McClesky
Jeff McClesky
Gocke
Loke
Bronwood
Buena Vista
Bargain Almanac of Silk Stockings and Household Goods
The advertisement lists a wide range of discounted items from stockings and linens to petticoats, rugs, and gumoleum squares. Prices span from 11c to 19.25, with quantities and patterns noted for textiles, belts, gowns, and accessories, emphasizing dramatic markdowns and remnants.
Americas to field new line up for game outcome
Two base hits by Cocke and J McClesky, walks off Holland and Parsons, strikeouts tally eight for Holland and twelve for Parsons. Bases left, runners stranded, and multiple players hit by pitches. A fragmented boxscore hints at a rough, action filled game with changes to the Americas lineup to feature local players.
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Americas
Cocke
J. McClesky
Holland
Parsons
Sasse
Biden
Johnston
Jamks
Jun
Hoe Hooks
J. D. Hooks
Deavours
Thevor Jennings
Allen
Rotarians to Dine at Tea Room Thursday
Rotarians plan a Thursday tea room dinner with Lea Roo presiding. Hightower and George Anderson lead the entertainment committee with Mrs. J. BE. Johnson Miss Emma Love Fishie and Miss Vera Henry assisting. Event appears in local War ads section.
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Hightower
George Anderson
J. BE. Johnson
Emma Love Fishie
Vera i
Henry
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Manas F Day
ERN Mutual Northwest
Life
abilly—Bonde J. G. Holst
Ssasser
Standard Dry Goods CO
Creyth St
Bank of Cr
Sasser Marshall
Eps Deavours
Ocke
Gamma
Davis
Hollgad
Funn
Mesesseoees T
Wheatley
Rylander
McCl
Amerié
U.S
Day
U. S
United States
Murray’s
Harmacy
Lamar St. Opp
Postoffice
B. H. Allen
Lee St
Royal Cafe
Sumter County
AL Cafe
Cononou
P.O
B. C. HOGUE _ CONTRACTING
Allison
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