01 Nov 1893
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1893
Page
1
The Madrid dispatch disputes military figures from Sunday’s Melilla clash, claiming larger losses and stronger Rif forces than the 12 dead and wounded reported. The note details forts near Fort Cantetlos under heavy fire and asserts rumors of higher casualties, with continued public demand for vengeance against the Rif tribes.
Ten new yellow fever cases are recorded in Davxswnic, Ga. Five patients are white and five are colored. There were deaths at a 7 percent fatality rate. The funeral of Western Union operator W. A. Kunis was held at 10 a.m. and noted for his noble character.
The article reports the New York cotton market failing to gain after the Sherman act repeal with overall weakness and selling pressure, though a small rally near close suggests a possible London improvement. It notes Liverpool opening wheat steady on modest demand and mentions erratic American receipts and uncertain futures as the scene settles.
The World’s Columbian Exposition at Cuicano closes with a solemn ceremony after Mayor Harrison’s death. Rev Barrows reads the prepared Higinbotham speech honoring past achievements and urging duty, endurance, and the fair’s memories to inspire future endeavors.
The notice reports World’s Fair attendance from May 1 to May 1 in Philadelphia and notes a Chicago meeting of the executive committee at Jackson Park to decide on ticket price reductions and audience impact depending on weather and crowd presence.
Cleveland followed intense Senate action as repeal legislation moved. The president remained linked to the White House and departments while votes unfolded. The day featured notices of committee authority, adjournment talk, and ongoing political maneuvering across Washington.
Georgia legislators held an executive session in Atlanta to confirm several judicial and solicitor appointments. The House debated a bill banning illiterate locomotive crews on railroads, amid a campaign to fill vacancies in judiciary and education.
High level notes from Leavening Power issue and Leavening council minutes. The text records a October 50 1803 date, mayor and aldermen listed, petitions from Amerions Lodge for use of city hall, a report on removing an old house, a street drummer ordinance, scavenger service concerns, and a quarantine correction demand by W P Bust and W J Marranws with bills ordered paid.
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