22 Jun 1898
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1898
Page
1
Readable text shows a catalog style sale of fabrics with items such as Japaninse Organdi and Imperial Dotted Swiss Mull at reduced prices. Numerous yardage amounts and discounts are listed, including French Urgandie and French Poplin styles.
Sale offers discounts up to 25 to 29 percent on White Caesk Muslin White Lawn India Linens and White Organdio. Limited ten day period. Prices reduced from regular rates for textiles at the store.
Black dress goods and Niack Henriettas priced at 2240 per yard. Hack Wool Grenadine 38 inches wide at 336 per yard. Brocade Baise 37 cents per yard. Wool Serge 52 inches wide discounted. 4 inch all wool Borge 6.51 marked down to 4.00. All woolen department items sacrificed during sale.
Fragmentary text describes ribbon stock teaming with bargains during a lean market period. Mentions quantities and places ambiguously referencing coal, costs, and dates, but details are unclear and names are unreadable.
The advertisement proclaims a ten day sale on silks with discounts of one third off. It lists 105 pattern options from four to six yards and prices from $1.50 down to $0.65, including broadcloths and brocades in black and colored varieties.
Wide assortment of discount offerings includes White Chamois gloves at 95 pounds, Mocquetalee Kid gloves at 2 dollars, quality tin ore at 50 cents, and Ladies Silk Mitts 260 to 350. Also listed are lisle and taffeta fabrics, leather and canvas goods, embroidered handkerchiefs at 10 cents, corsets, empire wear, and underskirts marked down from 593 to 125. Many items claim substantial bargains across hosiery and accessories.
A retailer advertises pocket books purses card cases and hair brushes at a fraction of store prices. Tooth brushes priced 250 to 350 and hair brushes and combs about half. A large selection of parasols in various colors, including children's styles, offered to close out.
The notice advertises lace curtains in multiple lots. Twelve pairs of 3 yards priced at 70 dollars per pair, twelve more at 100 dollars per pair, thirty one pairs of 8 to 3 yards priced at 125 to 150 dollars, and thirteen pairs of 34 yards valued at 350 dollars offered at 225 dollars.
A local catalog lists limited stock of men and women apparel offered at deep discounts. Items include white duck pants at 125 each, colored serge coats and vests at 450 each, flannel coats and vests at 275, alpaca coats at 375, summer vests 0.35 to 1.25, cottonade pants at 7c, jeans at 0.30 to 0.50 with better pairs at 0.07 and 1.00.
Bargains include linen call standing and turn down shirts, 500 dozen, gents cuffs slightly soiled, negligés, soft bosoms, detachable collars, and soft bonnets. Also a large line of lightweight summer night shirts just received for hot weather.
Several shoe lots offered with various prices and quantities. Includes ladies oxfords in sizes 1 and 5, Edwin Burts oxfords valued at 400 to 500 but offered at 300 per pair, and other marked qualities with steep discounts.
Paris dispatch says pall mall gazette correspondent reports renewed discussions among chancelleries on peace negotiations between the United States and Spain. Ambassadors in Paris told to stay ready as officials anticipate a possible move within days. French foreign minister Tianotaux remains in place amid cabinet debates over negotiations.
Washington June 21. With Havana embarkation near, the president weighs issuing a third call for troops. Military leaders expect 100000 reinforcements for Havana, plus further calls likely before the war ends. The army may reach 500000 men. generals Merritt and Shafter advocate maximum regulars. Lieutenant Blue, a native of Mantox, DC, recently returned from Santiago, sparked spy risk concerns after observing Cervera’s fleet. Wisconsin mobilizes Fourth Regiment at Camp Dangisf next Monday under the latest call.
A passage notes many women denied motherhood due to weakened conditions may regain fertility. It cites Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as restoring natural feminine health, helping childless women achieve motherhood and comfort. The text mentions Rev. G. H. Abrams and a seaside venue, reflecting period medical rhetoric.
Secretary Alger learned that 16,000 troops had arrived safely off Santiago and a direct military cable line to Guantanamo Bay was established, linking Washington with General Shafter and the invading forces. The French Cable Company restored the Santiago Guantanamo link via Cape Haytien, with initial messages confirming troop positions and naval coordination.
Major Mitchell opposes the Hawaii annexation resolution as the Senate opens debate. Roach of North Dakota disputes a quoted favorable stance and denies making the statement. Report mentions inflammatory warnings around the issue.
State Department reports via Marseilles that the Spanish fleet has returned to Cadiz. The Vittoria is listed as damaged and towed in, with Cadiz hasty repairs likely insufficient to sustain machinery under strain.
The American supply ship Zafiro, sent from Manila by Admiral Dewey to provision the fleet, was forced to leave Chinese waters. Chinese officials notified U S Consul in Hong Kong to remove the vessel at once, denying coal or provisions and moving her to British waters at Hong Kong, possibly due to Spain's representations.
The Pacific Steamship company has supplied many transports to the government prompting new freight and passenger arrangements. The San Juan sails to Central Avenos replacing the City of Pars, while the City of Panama sails to Manila with the Newport and others reassigned on routes to Asia and the Far East.
London reports describe the launching of the British battleship Albion at Blackwell. Water displacement caused a massive wave that overwhelmed workers and divers, with at least fifty bodies recovered and hundreds missing possible. The vessel’s fate remains uncertain as the ceremony continues.
Walker County authorities convene a special term at Lafay ette to indict offenders for selling whisky to soldiers and gambling. Judge Henry commands jurors to ferret out violators as Solicitor General Wrigh t expects up to 150 indictments. Recruits continue to flow as army preparations expand at Chickamauga park with recommendations to keep forces until invasion plans advance.
Kry West reports from June 21 that a vessel returning from the Havana blockade line says no major incidents occurred. Three Spanish gunboats and larger ships were sighted approaching near Havana, with searchlights mounted to illuminate the area.
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