05 May 1899
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1899
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text lists numerous whiskey brands and ages from a late 19th century era including PRR Belle of Macon, Old Crow, Mount Vernon, and Hoffman House Rye. Mentions varied ryes with ages and origins, but no coherent narrative or event.
The state of Georgia dedicated a granite monument on the Lafayette road to commemorate Georgians who fought at Chickamauga. Governor Candler and dignitaries attended, with remarks by Hon. C. C. Black and an oration, as the National Park Commission accepted the gift. The shaft features bronze tablets with commanding officers’ names and a Confederate soldier statue atop.
The New York arrived at Southampton with Thomas Reed planning rest in Manchester Salisbury and Paris. Reed denounced a rumor about resigning as speaker and potential presidential candidacy. Richard Croker, seen on deck, said he would stay in England until the season ends and then proceed to London. His baggage was sent to Didcot racing stables. Georgia Fruit Growers form permanent group remaining separate from the State Horticultural Society after a May meeting.
Fragmentary text argues that widespread starvation causes systemic decay from head to nerve, linking nourishment to health. It promotes Pierce's Golden Medical as a remedy, claiming it improves digestion, liver function, and overall assimilation of food.
Reports from Apia Samoa dated April 27 describe heavy rebel losses at Vailima after shelling by British and American ships. Ground fighting included skirmishes near Vailima with Lt Gaunt’s brigade. one Mataafan killed and loyalist casualties. Rebels faced bombardment and ultimatums before agreeing to withdraw, with king and chiefs briefed by naval commanders.
Cable from Admiral Kautz states Mataafa and his chiefs agree to stay outside lines prescribed by the British censor for the present and there will be no more fighting. Navy department received the message noting reduced hostilities and a pending commission.
Growing belief in Congress that the president will convene an extraordinary fall session, likely in October, to address post war Spain possessions, currency reform, the Nicaragua canal, merchant marine, and related issues. Reed retirement may delay committee appointments, prompting early gathering. Some senators abroad to return by fall to handle urgent work. Spain warns Spaniards to abstain from Cuban politics. Lightning fire destroys oil tanks. two dead in Kentucky sawmill explosion. Jacksonville banker elected Florida bank president.
Navy authorizes Admiral Dewey to enact changes in the officers of the Asiatic squadron as he sees fit. A cable message requests that modifications be recorded for the department, though no approval is needed for the changes. Dewey thus holds broad latitude in Far East naval affairs.
The grain shovelers of New Local 41 issue a proposition demanding abolition of the saloon boss system direct agreements with Lake Carriers association or elevators and payment of coopers at elevator offices or similar business offices. Freight handlers formed an organization last night adopting resolutions backing the grain shovelers and pledging to refuse work for shovelers contractors.
Morganton elected Dr. John Trall mayor with Democrat Charles Lane and Republican W. L Beach on the commission. Voters approved a $5,000 plan to buy the Sleatrick graded gut plant but failed to fund schools. Wet or dry license choice tied at 151 apiece. wet status continues.
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