Americus Ga A Prominent Southern Trade Center
Americus Georgia, the Commercial Capital of Southwest Georgia, sits at the juncture of major rail lines and serves as Sumter County’s hub. The city boasts a growing population near 4,000, extensive public amenities, several churches, two weekly papers, a substantial bank, and multiple factories. It emphasizes temperate climate, fertile agriculture, fruit farms, and developing industries, with prominent hotels and a modern public infrastructure supporting commerce and tourism.
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Bill Defe nse Measure Passed After Short Debate
A crowded gallery witnessed the House approve a $50,000,000 national defense appropriation amid a tense debate. Speaker Cannon led, with Sayers and Barrett among leaders, as the measure was framed to place expenditure under presidential discretion. Senate action on related District of Columbia funds also noted.
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Syrup of Figs Promotes Health and Comfort
The passage extols Syrup of Figs as a pleasant refreshing remedy that cleanses the kidneys liver and bowels, relieves constipation and colds, and suits the stomach. It claims the product is the only remedy of its kind and highly popular, sold in 50 cent bottles by all druggists with prompt delivery available and warns against substitutes.
Southern League magnates adjourn after two day session
Birmingham March 8 The Southern league mag nates adjourned after a two day meeting. They adopted a schedule starting April 14 and ending August all clubs to play 102 games. Clubs listed Birmingham Atlanta Charleston New Orleans start at home with Montgomery Augusta Savannah and Mobile as away venues. The league ball umpires and sinking fund plan were approved with 5 percent of gross receipts for league sustenance. Visiting clubs receive half the gate and grandstand receipts. Managers signed. most are players.
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Spirits Rise in Turpentine Market on Price Surge
Savanaxam March 8 report shows turpentine spirits at 35 cents per gallon, highest since 1891, with Anthony Antwerp Naval Stores Co. accused of pressuring the market. bears sold 100 barrels at 35 cents and a buyer later purchased 600 barrels at 89 cents to hold for future demand.
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Modern views on women health and excision troubles
A dated exhortation discusses women neglecting health issues and the impact of misused remedies. It endorses Dr. Pierce and his Opinion on medical products as solutions for delicate complaints, promising relief and guidance through mail order samples and health literature.
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Spain United States relations read amiable again
A Madrid semiofficial news agency reports that despite brief uneasiness the Spain United States relations will remain friendly. It notes no aggressive tone in diplomatic ties and says the torpedo squadron to Cuba is indefinitely delayed, tied to recent visits by officials, with assurances it will not sail now or in the future.
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Submarine Mine Equipment Hastily Sent to Fort Polaski
Ring torpedoes and shells for submarine mines are rushed to Fort Polaski six miles below the city. Electrical appliances ready. Explosives to be placed and mine channels sunk to trigger defenses if vessels touch them. Heaters and interior operation facilities prepared for controlled detonations.
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Court of Inquiry Pursues Diver-Directed Maine Review
Havana March 5 The U S court of inquiry into the Maine's loss is now directing divers on the wreck and reporting structural conditions from submerged portions while restricting access to authorized Americans or Spaniards aboard the remains. Havana March 8 The American schooner Esther reportedly seized near Castilda after a ladder damage claim. Esther, 11.31 gross tons. London March 8 Press reports Spain eyeing new warships, including three cruisers and two coast defense vessels, with denials but high-authority confirmation. New York March 8 Leo says if Spain demands expulsion, hostilities could proceed with honor and flag. Beetz March 6 German shipbuilding budget passed by the Reichstag committee.
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American naval envoy to Europe for battleship survey
Secretary Long orders Commander W H Brownson to travel to England and France to inspect ships offered to the United States and to study foreign warships under construction. He will assess suitability for U S navy and may enter negotiations for purchase. Brownson to meet with naval attachés in London and Paris and examine ships such as Marshal Floriano and Marshal Hay.
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Spain Has No Objection to General Lee at Havens
A semiofficial note from March 8 states that Spain has not received any complaint about General Lee's attitude. The position suggests satisfaction with his conduct and no immediate call for removal or recall. Officials emphasize ongoing cooperation and stability in the Havens region amid regional tensions.
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Montgomery in Key West as cruiser coaling resumes
In Key West the U S cruiser Montgomery remains in the harbor while barge coal supply resumes early this morning. Marblehead also coaling at the pier. Minor repairs and onboard personnel are noted as the scene develops in the port vicinity.
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Submarine Fortifies Savannah Harbor Entrance
Reported plans reveal Savannah harbor entrance to be fortified with an expansive defensive minefield. Dispatch mentions recent shipments and heightened coastal defense measures, reflecting a government security push amid tense maritime conditions.
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