11 Mar 1897
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1897
Page
1
The note describes a plan to throw on the counter and close out every waist carried over from the prior season, finalizing stock or inventory decisions. It emphasizes liquidating remaining items to end the season with cleared units.
Seven masked robbers halted a northbound Louisville and Nashville express near Calera Alabama, forcing the engineer and fireman to uncouple the locomotive and express car. They opened the express car door under threat, secured a messenger, and escaped. estimated loot ranges from seven to ten thousand dollars. The incident occurred as the train paused at a water tank in the woods. two recruits from Birmingham were said to be involved, and bloodhounds were used to pursue.
A local ad notes a small remaining batch of elegant Trojans offered at half price. Only a few dozen items left and the seller aims to close the lot at a sacrifice to avoid tarnishing the collection. Prices listed include 35c, 50c, and 75c.
Our store offers a handsome Bengal line of neglige shirts for men, with all sizes from 14 to 18 in stock. View in show windows or inspect on shelves, and visit now to ensure husbands or sons get the best. We emphasize shirt waists and neglige shirts and invite quick purchase.
Dispatches from Washington warn Congress may raise revenue 10 to 35 percent in a special session this year. Traders rush to move bonded goods from warehouses before new duties take effect, fearing a six month debate and a potential $19,500,000 in in-bond merchandise exiting the country. Banks report rising demand for commercial loans to finance such shipments amid the anticipated tax changes.
An advertisement extols Dr Ball's Cough Syrup as a cure for cold induced cough and chest pain. Testimonial text praises quick relief after using one bottle, mentioning a user by name and brand references in a period advertising tone.
In Carson City on March 10 a surge of sporting men gathered to witness the upcoming fight. Confidence men known for gold bricks are kept out by vigilant officials while promoters plan big bets around the March 17 date. Maher Choynski and Charley Mitchell are among those expected to arrive with challenges and bets centering on the winner of the forthcoming contest.
A theatrical advance agent sparked panic in St Louis by posting bold warnings of a tornado. Cardboards bore Bulletin Warning A Tornado Is Coming with weather-bureau style imagery. Schools closed and residents sought shelter as crews investigated before the hoaxer vanished. Queen Victoria leaves London. fires hit Ellijay seminary. trains resume after NP blockade. ex Senator Delph’s condition remains serious.
Washington reports a breakthrough in color photography promising lifelike portraits and landscapes. English scientists test the method with their own equipment, while a syndicate holds patent rights for all countries and plans regional branches. Details of the color sensitizing solution remain secret.
A Sumter farmer Edward Gedding lay six weeks ill with grip. Pronounced dead, his coffin was opened as mourners gathered, and he sat up and spoke. He is reported improved, with doctors calling it remarkable and noting renewed hope for his recovery.
The Florids case before Judge Barry ends in a ruling of a new trial as the trial overruled and likely to go to the Supreme Court. Drought convicted in a lower city court of swindling and is noted to receive 12 months. other details involve a receivership and attached certificates.
A string of brief items from March reports multiple topics. Lassiter defaulter news from Phenix City ties to hospital insurance agent outcomes. An accident on the cruiser Raleigh near Virginia is reported with initial fire fears then a steam pipe leak. Washington notes surge of sympathy activity and justice department warnings. Georgia railroad directors meet to discuss control attempts and marooned watches and pistols are linked to a murder case in Grady County.
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