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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1900
Page
7
Washington March 17 news notes attempts to persuade General Wheeler to delay resignation to avoid antagonism. Report says President may seek extra congressional authority to keep Wheeler and General Leo on the rolls as brigadiers, tying retirement prospects to timely action.
Georgia Democrats decide on a single May 15 state primary and June 14 state convention. White voters may participate in the primary for state officers, with conventions bound to nominees. A notable invite extends to Populists willing to pledge support to Democratic nominees.
Gainesville Ga March 17 The Pacolet Manufacturing Co of Pacolet S C buys 850 acres of Newholt Springs tract two miles from Gainesville to build a 1,000,000 cotton mill employing about 1400 workers with payroll 15000 to 20000 monthly. Mill will run 50000 spindles. daily output 125000 yards. 30000 bales yearly for export only. Machinery will be latest improvements.
An old ad warns readers to seek WeWitts Witch Hazel Salve for piles and skin diseases and to beware counterfeit products. It promotes Banner Salve as the best world renowned healing salve, claiming a prescription from a renowned specialist and listing Davenport Drug Co as seller.
A jumble of consumer endorsements for Foley products, Chamberlain remedies, and Kodol Dyspepsia Cure, with names and places including Davenport Drug Co, J. R. Hudson, Dodson's Pharmacy, Rutherfordton Vindicator, and individuals from Me and N.Y. The note mentions lagrippe cures, rheumatism relief, and kidney care, plus anecdotes about an actress and a leading man.
London dispatch reports M de Crais requested detailed reserve and colonial force lists from all French colonies and consuls. Cables went worldwide to Africa Asia the Caribbean and South America asking for available soldiers and officers. The leak suggests France plans immediate war preparations with Russia as ally, alarming Britain and prompting a high alert at the war office.
A fragment from 1898 extols Hall's Great Discovery as a universal cure for kidney and bladder ailments in men and women, with testimonials from J King and others. The ad promotes medical claims, includes distributor details in Missouri and Georgia, and references other remedies and health quackery from period writers.
On March 13 in Frayxront Kentucky the legislature met peacefully at the usual hour, troops not needed. A night session seemed likely to finish the session. Leaders expect adjournment soon with little major legislation pending. Governor Taylor’s future action remains a matter of speculation as Republicans push for his stance while he defends his governorship.
Georgia sheriff cites failure to inform Fulton county about Pegleg Williams release. Clarke county officials question why he was freed, prompting a possible county dispute as Sheriff Gibson seeks custody in Athens. The case centers on conflicting statements from jail officers and Sheriff Nelms.
A fragmented OCR style snippet references a congressman and speculative activity tied to a bucket shop with a cryptic mention of Hecate. The readable text is inconclusive about events, dates, or clear entities beyond these sparse hints.
An old advertisement extols Castoria as the best remedy for constipation and liver troubles from M. B. Smith of Buteernut Michigan. A quip by W. 4. Rembert jokes that an actress may marry her art but typically gains multiple husbands over a career.
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