20 May 1900
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1900
Page
1
Fragments describe French Organdies 72 inches wide with prices 26 39 and 50, 75 and 100 dollars. White fans listed at 50 75 100 and 125 dollars. Dimites Madras and White Piques with several cent prices. Undervests and laces priced under a dollar.
A house-owner should choose a pure Linseed Oil Paint to preserve and beautify the home. The source cautions that a paint cheap in cans can be expensive on the house, hinting at hidden costs or quality concerns.
Moore's Pure House Colors Wholesale and Retail Distributors located at 20 Forsyth Street.
About 35 000 workers gathered for a large labor demonstration in St Louis amid a tense street railway strike. The city faced reduced service with 14 of 22 lines running and 160 cars in operation, down from 900 before the strike. Police armed with shotguns guarded lines to deter mobs while injuries mounted among transit employees.
Six burglaries occurred in and near Ringgold on Thursday night. Detective Perry Phipps and his bloodhounds were dispatched to the scene. Sheriff Cain and ex-Sheriff Bryan’s homes were among those entered. A Ky report notes Ex-Governor Bradley says he will not run if court cases force an election.
A letter from Cook County Illinois recounts a woman’s years of illness and repeated doctor visits yielding little relief. The writer praises Dr. V Pierce M D and promises confidential guidance and a bound pamphlet for those who seek free medical advice.
The third day of the Presbyterian General Assembly in Atlanta centers on routine business including a debate over individual petition rights. A hymn book revision report is presented, with expenses to be charged against hymn sales, while finances rely on next year’s revenue to cover current year costs.
Rumors of Mafeking relief flood news cables on May 10 to May 19 as the empire celebrates. Delirious joy sweeps the United Kingdom and colonies, with flags and holiday honors as official word awaits 48 hours for confirmation. Reports from Lorenzo Marques and dispatches detail relief amid railway delays and continued military actions in Bothaville and Kroonstad.
In Macon on May 19 reports claim Crawford county's Tuesday election allowed about 200 unregistered voters to cast ballots. If true, the result could be voided affecting the solicitor general race where Polhill led Hodges by 67, and Hodges could win if the counts shift. Missing voter lists and district residency questions are cited as violations of Democratic rules.
Consular Agent E Harris reports from Eibenstock that England purchases about 60 percent of American farm exports, totaling roughly 78 million dollars. England buys more than all other Europe combined, about 79 percent more.
Todd is suspended after friction with Secretary Long as Navy and Coast Survey review his record. Restoration planned with stigma removal. Lockhart railroad completed with freight service starting. regular schedules to follow and a town junction expected with potential cotton mill. Governor Ma appoints a senator as per May 19 dispatch.
An advertisement asserts the Schumpert Shoe Co keeps stock cleaned and current, avoiding outdated goods. It touts frequent new arrivals and always having exactly what customers want with no lingering inventory.
Europe endures winterlike winds as frost clouts fruit blossoms and orchard prospects fade while London cheers the revival of the Barrymore peerage in favor of Hon. Wright Arthur Smith. The line traces to the late Lord Dunraven and links to Mrs. ene Post of New York, widow of Arthur Post, and General Wadsworth, U S A.
A Hillsboro ceremony between Miss Caroline Sims of Macon County and John Birdsong, a student at the State Agricultural and Mechanical College, prompted legal scrutiny. The couple wed after a magistrate, aided by a license obtained by a fellow student, faced questions about validity and age. Attorneys say the union may be valid under the code, while the license issuer may face suit.
Banxesville Ga May 19 The government observatory here for viewing the May 28 eclipse is about complete and only unfavorable weather could spoil the event. A number of observers are expected to attend and preparations are nearing finish.
A meeting of George B. McClellan’s friends at Wasurpetox urges his nomination for vice president. The event cites his father’s 1864 Democratic candidacy.
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