Americus Papers Official City and County Organs
The Americus Recorder and Americus Times, established in 1879 and 1890 respectively, consolidated in 1891. They serve as official organs for the City of Americus, Sumter and Webster counties and the railroad commission for Georgia's Third Congressional District.
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Americus Recorder
THE
Americus Times
Americus
Sumter County
Webster Count
Railroad Commision of Georgia
Third Congressional District
U. S. Court
Southern District of Georgia
Watsons public morals in two cases current
The piece criticizes Tom Watson for making unsubstantiated charges against Rep Ed Edwards and Barron, denounces his conduct as childish, and argues no one should heed his claims. It notes Watson refuses to reveal accuser names and questions the credibility of his evidence and motives.
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Tom Watson
Democratic Party
Edwarde
Watson
Capitol
Washington
Edwards
Toto
Georgia
Barron
Atlanta
House
Senate
Holden
Congressmman
It Is Better to Be Correct Than to Be Corrected
A concise reflection contrasts accuracy with the burden of ongoing edits and corrections, suggesting correctness holds more value than continuous revision. The aphorism emphasizes permanence of accuracy over mutable refinements.
Apathy Marks Georgia State Campaign Dullness
The article notes widespread public indifference to politics as campaign efforts falter. Gov Brown receives general approval, Georgians focus on crops and prices, and Smith’s shifting stance dampens enthusiasm. Voters prefer quiet business over heated debates and partisan clashes.
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Hoke
Joe
Brown and Smith
Smith
Brown
Georgia
United States
Atlanta
Chattanooga
Candidacy of Judge Hart in Georgia Governor Race
The entrance of Attorney General Hart into the gubernatorial race creates confusion. Each side claims advantage, but it is likely Hart weakens Smith by drawing votes from Smith counties. If he holds the convention balance, he could secure the nomination, though the public leans toward Brown for stable administration.
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Hart
Atlanta
Smith
Judge Hart
Brown
Georgia
New Georgia Senate vacancy election set for July 26
An election will be held in Sumter Macon and Schley counties on July 26 to fill the Senate vacancy caused by the death of Senator Murray. Schley may not have a primary, leaving selection by general vote or consensus. Notices from Sumter County Ordinary John A Cobb describe the process. Macon and Schley officials will issue similar notices.
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Sumter
Macon
Schley
Murray
Schley County
Atlanta
Concensus
John A. Cobb
Georgia
Sumter County
Joseph M. Brown
State of
Georgia State Senate
Wm. D. Murray
Woul
Largest Peach Orchard in Georgia Delights Americus
Two miles from Americus the Bagley Ray Gober Co operates the world’s largest peach orchard, with 250000 trees ripening Carmens and upcoming Hiley Belles. Workers pack, sort, and load crates as judges and owners observe the peak shipping season, expecting 100 to 125 carloads.
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Americus
Georgia
Bagley- Ray-Gober Co
Marshallvills and
Fort Valley
North Georgia
Bagley-Ray-Gober
George F. Gober
H. C. Bagley
N. A. Ray
C. 8
Verdery
R. Scott
Orchard Company
Wholesale Textile Sale Ad with Mixed Embroidery and Fabrics
A saturated advert lists 1,000 yards embroidery edging at 3 1 2 to 8 1 2 cents per yard, 800 yards insertion at 8 to 10 cents, unbleached drill at 3 1 2 to 5 cents, about 2,000 yards of lawns and calicoes at various low prices, with yardage notes and multiple fabric types including shirting, organdy, muslin, and drapery remnants. Also featured are belts, wash pants, shoes, and a range of men and boys garments with discount prices and markdowns in a general drygoods sale.
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Revey
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the Times-Recorder
Thos. Gamble
J. W. Furlow
W. B. Dupree
Americus, Ga
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Tutt’s
Sania
Munger
Munger System
Continental Gin Company
Birmingham
Ala
Dallas
Texas
Memphis, Tenn
Charlotte, N.C
Hiram Waller
Unitep Starz
Cellaret Supplies Company
Jacksonville
Florida
Fig Joyner
Cloge
Batiste
Totat
Brill
Melrose
Children’s Bay
Lée
Hall
I Parent Kei
Maine
Shoei
W. A. JovNg
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