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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1900
Page
3
A Sunday school party of fifty-three young people, organized by Mrs. D. T. Wilson, spent a delightful day at historic Andersonville. They returned on the 10 o'clock train last night after a jaunty excursion and picnic.
Fragmented OCR text shows a mix of ad phrases and notices including a reference to Foley’s Kidney Cure and a Davenport Drag Co. notice. The readable portions mention a tenant action and an absence notice directing office presence, with scattered names and local notices.
A group of workmen at the Georgia and Alabama Railway laid down tools at noon and walked out over pay scales. Many remain out while others continue at work, some having quit the piecework jobs in the car shops. About 25 to 30 workers were employed on the freight car project, with roughly ten to twelve leaving yesterday after pay demands were not met. Rome reportedly refused to fully engage in the wage increase, and over half the men are still at work. The strikers earned about 125 to 150 dollars per day depending on time, and some who quit felt they had the right to do so.
Judge Z A Littlejohn and his family will move from Cordele to Americus in September or earlier after his re election to another term as judge of the Southwestern circuit. He cites Americus as more accessible to other counties in the circuit and residents extend a hearty welcome to the family.
A Philadelphia resident reports relief from a long hacking cough after using Dr King's New Discovery for Consumption. She claims the remedy ended chest pain and restored sleep, urging others to try it with trial bottles offered at E J Eldridge's Drug Store.
Peach growers around Americus and the region anticipate early varieties ready in about two weeks. Railroads expect Georgia peaches to move by June 1, with cars increasing thereafter. Central and other lines have prepared for the crop, handling the Queen Elberta variety and Guest fruit territory. Otto Korb cites De Weiss Witch Hazel Salve for skin healing, with W. A. Rembert noted in a sales line.
Mrs Melissa Parker, widow of the late Barney Parker, died after a prolonged illness at her home one mile north of the city. She was sixty five and survived by several sons and daughters. Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon from her residence by Rev B L Bivins of Farlow Lawn Baptist Church, with interment at Ramsey Cemetery four miles from the city. Many attended to pay respects to the good woman.
Extensive preparations are underway in Americus for the Epworth League district convention next week. Nearly a hundred delegates are expected as sessions begin Tuesday at First Methodist Church with a long varied program presented by energetic young workers.
Mrs V P Stevens aged about twenty three and well known in Americus died yesterday morning after a short illness in Moultrie. Her husband Dr V P Stevens and three children accompanied the body to Putnam for burial. The loss is deeply felt by the community.
Elijah Goerry a one eyed Black man living on Steve Barlow’s farm was jailed yesterday on a warrant for criminal assault. A mob followed him into the city and accused him as part of the charge. Officer Barrow and Deputy Willis McArthur kept the crowd away until court convenes.
An advertisement claims Dr Kings New Life Pills quickly end throbbing headaches and nervous tension. It asserts purifying blood and strengthening nerves help heart health, with easy dosing and money back if uncured. Sold by E J Eldridge, druggist.
Hon. E. B. Lewis leaves Monte Loma for Washington this morning. He expresses gratification at his sweeping Tuesday victory, the largest Democratic majority in years, and notes the strong endorsement of his record in the House by his constituents.
An old style advertisement promotes a “FREE BLOOD CURE” promising to heal skin eruptions sores backache and rheumatism by cleansing the blood. It cites uric acid as a rheumatism cause and touts claimed products with testimonials and a drawn signature line.
An advertisement extols Paine's Celery Compound as strengthening nerve energy and enriching blood to support growth. It cites F L Skillin of West Somerville Massachusetts noting use for children with nervous trouble, appetite gain, and bowel regulation, including a five year old.
The one hundred twelfth annual Presbyterian general assembly in St Louis reports growing attendance with several full blood Indians among delegates. Notable figures Thomas H. Aungie and Rev Henry T. Selwyn oppose creed revision while Stephen Weston of Chocatow attends. Also, election of a permanent clerk is on the agenda.
A collage of medical claims and testimonials for patent medicines including Hall's Great Discovery for kidney and bladder troubles, with endorsements from Rev. L B Pounds and others. The piece cites various products like Allen’s Foot-Ease and Kodol Dyspepsia Cure, plus unrelated commentary and notices. Readers are reminded of mail-order offers and dubious health cures common in period newspaper pages.
Tam enters the scene guiding the Babioa and Misa Pickers as they head into the event. Local officials note the grouping arrives together, promising a coordinated appearance at today's activities.
A provocative remark suggests that if merit determined outcomes, many would not be as fortunate as they are. The statement hints at inequality and entitlement within society.
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