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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1901
Page
8
Geo D Wheatley devotes this act to home furnishings. The ad notes seasonal replenishment of worn items and urges readers to invest in improvements. It promises economy and satisfaction through offerings designed to attract shoppers spending on home furnishings.
Large sale of bedding sheets pillow slips and white spreads with heavy discounts this week. Huckaback towels linen rugs mats lace curtains and linoleum offered at substantial markdowns with many items priced well below regular values.
Macon Retail Clerks' Association hosts the second annual excursion to Magnolia Dell in Americus with a ten coach special train arriving at 10:20. E A Nisbet of Americus welcomes visitors as John W Nisbet of Macon responds. Card's band plays while dancers fill the pavilion for a noon dinner and free ice water and lemonade. The excursionists return at 6 p m and Americus extends a cordial welcome.
Friends in Lawrence Kansas reported Mrs L Pease could not leave bed seven years due to kidney liver trouble and nervous prostration Yet after three bottles of Electric Bitters she walked and felt like a new person The note claims relief for headaches backache nervousness ringing in ears melancholy fainting and dizzy spells with guaranteed satisfaction at 50 cents by Eldridge
A traveler recounts a couple seeking quick nuptials near a hotel. The groom urged a hack driver to quicken the journey to the altar before the train left. With no time to spare, the pair remain unresolved, and the Times-Recorder asks to report if a preacher is found.
A note praises a healthy, sun filled lifestyle and active routine. It recommends the California Fig Syrup Co laxative Syrup of Figs as a gentle cleansing remedy for the system, highlighting its pleasant effect.
The Sumter county Confederate veterans announce a large annual reunion and barbecue in Americus with a meeting next Wednesday June 12 to discuss arrangements. Commander J B Pilsbury invites all county veterans and families to attend as plans aim for a memorable event with a July date in view.
Thrifty farmers around Americus have apiaries this year selling large quantities of superior honey at premium prices in local and northern markets. A Richmond firm offered a telegraph order for a carload after a honey sample. four thousand pounds shipped yielded 1200 per pound and about $500 after minor costs. The note suggests honey farming can outperform cotton.
A Kirkman Indiana resident recalls a gasoline stove mishap that left a severe running sore. Doctors failed to heal it, but Bucklen’s Arnica Salve fully cured the injury, advertised as effective for cuts corns sores boils bruises skin diseases and piles, 25 cents at E J Eldridge’s.
Clerk Kenneth Base, a familiar face at the postoffice window for years, resigned yesterday to pursue other business. The position will be filled by Miss Wimbish, who already has considerable experience there.
Robert Anglin, a clerk for his brother John M. Anglin at 306 Lamar Street, fell into a deep well on a vacant North Jackson street lot last night. Cries for help were heard and workers hoisted him to the surface. He was taken to his room and treated by a physician.
An old fashioned basket picnic is planned at Holly Springs near Americas on Friday June 14. Residents are invited to bring baskets and enjoy the day, with chicken and biscuit served. A local testimonial promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure for stomach troubles.
Mrs Emma Stewart Slappy, formerly of Georgia, died recently at New Boston Texas. A telegram stating her death was received on November 2 by her sister Mrs A B Slappey of Marshallville and many relatives in the Americas are named in the notice.
Claimant asserts DeWitts Witch Hazel Balm cures piles without operation and warns against counterfeits sold by W A Rembert. The notice reads like an advertisement asserting product efficacy and cautioning buyers about fakes.
The notice urges economizing on heavy and medium weight apparel during the heat wave. Store these garments inside until early fall to stay comfortable now and enjoy lighter fabrics for relief and pleasure in oppressive conditions.
Advertises a wide range of wash fabrics with prices per yard, including embroidered Swisses 15c, batistes 15c, Dimities 12 to 19c, Scotch Dimities and Madras 5c to 19c, corded chambrays 15c, mercerized chambrays 25c, Bohemian Madras 32 inches, Scotch lawns 5c, figured lawns at 3 3/4c, new spring calicoes 5c to 6c, white India linen remnants 7c to 10c, plain India linens 10c to 15c, Paris muslins 25c to 50c, White Persian Lawn 15c to 25c, White Dotted Swisses 12 1/2c to 25c, checked muslins 7 1/2c. Many items highlighted as desirable, urging customers to view in person.
This week the store offers wide Sik e Taffeta ribbons formerly 25 to 35 cents per yard at our price. Also two kinds of neck ribbons at 15 cents a yard, ribbon remnants at low prices, white black and color ribbons, new ladies belts 50 cents to 1 dollar, drop stitched hosiery 25 and 35 cents pair, 36 inch black taffeta silks 98 cents per yard, 27 inch black taffeta silks 75 cents, 65 cent black Swiss taffeta 50 cents, 50? black taffeta 39 cents, 75 cent colored taffeta 59 cents, 1.25 Louisene silks at 85? cents, Foulard dress patterns remaining, ladies sailor hats at 0 to 1.75, new fancy parasols and plain silk umbrellas.
A local retailer advertises Ziegi¢ sandals, oxfords and ties for ladies and children, calling them among the best in America. They are selling a wide range of new styles and stock, with a fresh infant slip-on line at 50c per pair and mens cut shoes in up-to-date styles at various prices.
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