Abeltros Goods Examines Varied Lawn Fabrics
A brief note emphasizes lawn fabrics in plaid stripe and plain patterns in white and black, inviting reader examination of fabric varieties.
15 May 1891
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1891
Page
1
A brief note emphasizes lawn fabrics in plaid stripe and plain patterns in white and black, inviting reader examination of fabric varieties.
News notes Blaine in poor health in Washington and a large alliance rally planned for July 25 in Hogansville. Scott Thornton of Atlanta is sick and unable to tour the state as a drought grips middle Georgia for five weeks. A druggist convention meets in Augusta amid frequent conventions there. The Rome Tribune changes hands to Gardner and Gross of Chattanooga with editors Gardner, Gross, Humphreys, Brumby.
Local shop offers a fine Gingham dress line and a beautiful display of embroideries, laces, and related trims for customers seeking coordinating textiles and apparel.
Judge Richard Clark sentenced Charles Ozburn E A Underwood and George Washington to death for murder. Ozburn faces hanging June 26 Underwood July 10 and Washington July 3. Underwood seeks a new trial likely sending his case to the Supreme Court, while the others are expected to be executed on their scheduled dates. The Terrell Times Star notes several Texas officials were printers prompting debate over press careers.
The piece notes crop losses across Georgia due to drought, with Commissioner Nesbitt warning of possible failure without rain. It recounts Birmingham Baptist convention scenes and a sleeping newsboy shown by a Georgia governor and his wife. It includes ads for Salvation Oil and Dr Bull's Syrup, plus reflections on education and a quip about hogs and barbers.
Miss Della Reese and Mrs Mary R Moseley daughters of J P Reese sued East Tennessee Virginia and Georgia railroad claiming they were forced to travel in an emigrant car with negroes cow-punchers and a disorderly crew for 70 to 80 miles. City Court of Atlanta verdict for plaintiffs 3000 with possible new trial sought by defendant.
The page mixes magazine content notes with medicine ads and local tidbits. It highlights Peterson’s Magazine appeal, pricing, and sample stories, plus ads for Dr Bull’s Baby Syrup Old Saul’s Catarrh Cure Pierce’s Pellets and new bagging legislation in Georgia. Mentions Charlotte N C syndicate boasts and St Louis Globe-Democrat critique of Republican press. Also notes Dr Stiles in Atlanta and a humorous exchange about Annie Roony.
The Calhoun Times reports a possessory warrant case heard in Calhoun justice court last week. The dispute centered on a calf valued at about four dollars. The trial lasted half a day with total costs of 16.75 dollars, including 10 dollars in attorney fees, making the expenses exceed the calf’s value by 12.50 dollars.
A St Louis Globe Democrat interview notes railroads hire extensive legal staffs, settle many claims without court action, and often pay medical costs plus lost time to injured workers by placing them in alternative roles. It also discusses appetite for jerky beef export and tropic curing methods favored by South American buyers.
Our druggists report heavy sales of Dr John Bull's Sarsaparilla praised as a powerful blood purifier and strengthening alterative. Readers are urged to try the medicine for illnesses, with claims it reaches the root cause and aids recovery after doctors have failed.
Notice to all concerned that an order will be granted on the first Tuesday in June establishing a change in the Mt. Zion Bowdon public road. The new route would run by L. G. Entrek’s residence, about 300 yards from the present road, per commissioners of roads and revenues. J. L. Cobb, Clerk.
An elderly physician, retired, claims a vegetable remedy can cure consumption bronchitis catarrh asthma and throat and lung ailments and nervous disorders. He offers to send the recipe free by mail in German French or English with directions to all who request it, with stamp and paper name.
An advertisement promising a comprehensive catalogue for the United States with 10,000 illustrations and prices from manufacturers. Free mailing on application. Chicago General Supply Co. at 178 West Van Buren Street, Chicago Illinois.
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