05 Mar 1892
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1892
Page
1
An advertisement extols a line of men’s fine shoes, claiming unparalleled quality. The copy promises unbeatable neatness durability comfort and shapeliness and invites readers to view the stock for their preferred styles.
Judge Fisk of the superior court ruled that Dr. George W. Marvin won the Cordele mayoral contest over E. Strozier by seven votes after finding numerous illegal ballots. The decision cites 21 illegal Strozier votes and 13 Marvin votes from irregular ballots and unregistered or tax-defaulter voters.
Gen Alexander, president of Central Railroad and Banking Co of Georgia, was served with a temporary receivership order by Judge Emory Speer of the U S court. The move aims to pause asset transfers and hold the line on the Central system as hearings set for March 14 in Macon. The case, urged by stockholder Mrs R M Clark, seeks to enjoin lease arrangements with Richmond & Danville and to appoint a permanent receiver if needed.
Berlin reports upheaval among unemployed men spilling into street clashes after officials seleçãoed jobs at the Danzig landing stage. About 800 gathered, 220 chosen for work, others left hungry, leading to heated calls for food and public protest in the city. The piece also touches on unrelated Georgia local notes including civic projects, church events, and port traffic.
Reports say a fierce clash looms in the House over Bland free coinage as anti-silver forces vow to oppose. Democrats largely back the bill, aiming for passage by March 24 or 25, while opposition contemplates filibuster. Meantime the free wool bill is delayed due to Mr Springer’s illness, with Benton McMillin poised to lead tariff discussions. The House advances several appropriation bills as adjournment by July nears.
A poorly legible notice notes that the president of Yale College arrived in Haven this morning for an event. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate a formal engagement involving Yale University and local officials.
Sheriff arrests Dr. W W Peek in Louvale after he shot M A Thomas, a planter near Louvale, following a dispute over a burned fence. Peek aided by physicians while Thomas lay in bed, but Thomas later swore out a warrant for Peek. Thomas, gravely wounded, denied attempting to knife Peek, claiming he only held a knife for whittling.
Washington reports an improvement in Congressman Springer’s condition as erysipelas in the brain subsides. Doctors say danger from the infection has passed but prostration and nervous cough remain. He shows resilience, claiming he has “a new hold” and battles on, though relapse remains possible. The article also notes Central Railroad and Banking Company of Georgia entering receivership and discusses railroad implications for Americus and bonds trading.
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