30 Mar 1900
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1900
Page
1
A fragmented ad notes a Saturday morning shoe sale to acquaint the public with a complete shoe department. It mentions substantial expense to establish the store area and promises prices below. The wording reflects a promotional tone typical of a local retailer courting customers.
In the past week the store has opened what is claimed as the most complete line of ladies oxfords in the city. Prices range from 98 cents to 3 dollars, inviting customer attention.
Wanixotax March 24 The president informs Kentucky Republicans he cannot disarm militia factions but will recognize Republican officials as de facto. He will direct mail addressed to The Governor or of State to be delivered to Republicans.
Fauxxrort Kentucky March 2 There are no new developments as men held for being accessories to Senator Goebel murder await further evidence. Yontz’s silence and misdirection claims contrast with prosecutors seeking stronger proof. François Frankfort March 28 Captain Davis, linked to Goebel murder, jailed awaiting bond posting. bond rejected. Ground breaking for Senator Vance statue announced in Capitol square. Savannah March 28 Daniel Singleton shoots Daniel Fields then attempts suicide. Fields badly wounded, feared dead. Muscogee taxes paid. no real estate ads for tax collection this year. all taxpayers paid on time.
A garbled excerpt shows two speakers arguing about lifting a barrel. Phrases reveal a tense moment with interruptions and incomplete lines, mentioning a refusal and a threat or challenge. The fragment lacks clear players or setting, offering only disjointed quotes and misspellings.
Lonesto Marquez reports General Joubert, long a key Boer commander, has died at about 68. Born in Cape Colony, he moved to the Orange Free State in youth, famed for fearlessness and skill, and shaped Boer tactics during the war. His leadership is linked to mobilizing the Transvaal forces in 1896 and his stance on force over diplomacy.
March 28 dispatches from Cave report British troops entering Ladybrand fleeing a Boer force possibly Olivier's command. Casualty lists forecast heavy British losses totaling around 16,652, with disease and other factors. General MacDonald notes reduced effective strength and ongoing rearguard actions near Modder Point and Natal fronts. United States officials proceed to Kroonstad for representation. Burglary case and local incidents also touch the day’s notes.
Paris reports say the United States may buy the Danish West Indies amid French interest in the sale. A Paris dispatch notes US bid precedence and ongoing government discussions. From London a March 27 Telegraph item says the sale of the Danish Antilles to the United States is practically concluded, with no formal action yet by Denmark.
Savannah March 27 Central of Georgia railway directors set for Savannah on April 9 to elect a new president after the death of H M Comer Internasional president. Speculation centers on John Egan and other executives as likely successors, though Egan says he has no idea who will be elected.
Salisbury March 27. Representative Berry said England has apologized for opening Consul Macrum's mail at Pretoria. The Sposa was delivered to the department by Lord Pauncefote. Judge Dorsey Battle of the eastern district criminal court, Rocky Mount, died this morning of lagrippe.
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