23 Jun 1898
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1898
Page
1
A fragment lists Indigo Bines, Wm Rimpson's Fancies, ML Prints and Tukey 1 ale per yard ef with unspecified quantities or context in a damaged line of an old newspaper page.
A sale advertises dozens of textiles including Fig Dimity seersucker and Toulon Cord fabrics with prices from 10 to 100 units. Imperial dotted Swiss Mull and French organdie offer shadow effects and lace. A wide line of black white and blue damasks and lace fabrics are marketed as cheap during the sale.
Special sale on boat quality yard wide Sea Island calicoes in stock for ten days. Prices cut about 23 percent from regular, with White Cooak Muslin India Linens and White Organele also discounted 20 percent. Featured fabrics include Val a White Lawn and other textiles at reduced rates.
Vintage advertisement notes risk heariettas 300 yd at 2240 and wool grenading 88 10 wide worth 450 to goats, plus suitings Italian wool benges 62 in wide at 50 cents. It claims sale on all worths, with bold new race prices and a general sale on woolen goods.
Advertisement lists burgundy and plaid ribbons suitable for ten and sashes 302 quality Atle 350 quality ik 250 30ceet NTe and Oho quality atcio. A beautiful ribbon sash worth $500 for 000.
Oceans of nations offered at low prices with lots of gloves in various qualities. Deals include White Chamois gloves at 595, Marquetaire Kid gloves 750 pairs, Kid gloves at 833 re per pa, and 150 quality Kid gloves at 119. Silk Mitts from 25c to 5c, Fedrio lisle gloves, embroidered handkerchiefs at 10c, and a large stock of hosiery, corsets, laces, embroideries, and underskirts offered near cost. Numerous fabric items, silks, and accessory sets promoted with deep discounts to clear stock.
An advertisement lists price ranges for ladies undervests from 5 s to 2s 6d and higher, highlighting value and washability. It compares cheaper rotter pieces with finer garments and notes several price points up to 4s 0d and 5s 2d for various styles.
A sale lists tooth brushes priced 250 to 350 at L5c each and hair brushes and combs at about half the usual price. A large selection of parasols in fancy colors and blacks or whites, plus children's parasols, offered to clear stock.
A seller advertises closeout prices on a variety of garments including white duck pants at 1.25 each a year with 17 months stock remaining. Colored serge coats and vests, flannel coats, alpaca coats, summer vests, cattonade pants, and jeans pants are offered at deep discounts to clear inventory.
One lot good Neen collars stand and turn down size slightly broken about 600 dozen. One lot of gents cuffs almost new 400 to 800 for our 125 quality. Negligee shirts soft and light with collars attached and detached. Big line of light weight summer night shirts just received for hot weather.
Auction notices offer ladies oxfords in limited sizes 1 and 5 at 390, multiple lots priced from 93 to 300 per pair, with qualities ranging 125 to 500 in value. Edwin and Burta oxfords listed from 300 to 500 value to be sold at 150 to 300 per pair.
Washington officials say reinforcements for General Shafter are to dislodge seasoned Spanish troops at Santiago. Upward of 20,000 Spanish regulars and volunteers are expected to defend the city as the War Department pushes transport arrangements and a rapid landing. The Harvard and Yale are to carry troops. ships wait in Hampton Roads. Fernandina hosting camps is delayed. McComas confirmed as Maryland senator successor to Gorman.
An ex Confederate recalls a night on the skirmish line when a picket meant to fire but sang a defiant hymn instead. The moment underscores the fear and defencelessness of sentries, with death looming as the alternative to action in that tense instant.
Count Cassini arrives in Washington as new Russian ambassador and seeks to reassure that Russia’s friendship with the United States remains strong despite the Spanish-American War. He notes Russia’s interest in East Asia and Port Arthur, and emphasizes ongoing good relations with U S authorities unaffected by the conflict.
The Adula arriving at Trinidad reports meeting the U S auxiliary cruiser Yankee 70 miles off Cuba while en route from Cienfuegos. A Canfonges at the Spanish Purissima Concepcion bound for Trinidad is noted. The Alfredo, Captain Johnny O'Brien, sails for a secret Cuban coast destination with a 60 foot sloop and naptha engine. No war movements are available at Port a0 Paiste this morning.
Madrid correspondent reports Don Carlos in Brussels says he would rise with his partisans to avenge Spain if Madrid yields to Washington. He notes a future revenge by acts once his conscience permits and hints at alliances and naval limits as possible leverage. His son serves in the Russian army, signaling shifting loyalties.
Tampa reported two rough riders and three pack train members from a Florida regiment attempted to smash into a house of ill fame. They were intoxicated and entry denied. a woman fired, wounding Wil Kites, with a left leg broken by a shot.
A dispatch from June 20 reports Admiral Cer vera plans a desperate exit from Santiago harbor at first favorable moment. Spanish warships are coalled to full capacity and crews denied shore leave as the fleet awaits an opening to dash past the blockade and threaten American ships.
Military dispatch reports Lieutenant Colonel Bryan and his Battalion facing shortages at Fort Omaha with no food or drink, no sleeping quarters, and improvised facilities. Officers deny responsibility while some say it is spite work. Recruits from Indianola and Savannah move toward mobilization as quarters are scouted and water restored after Bryan’s arrival.
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