07 Nov 1891
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1891
Page
1
The advertisement lists price reductions for multiple goods: 200 items at 150, 350 items at 250, 40c items at 800, and 509 items at 5c. It also highlights a magnificent all wool Henrietta fabric, 40 inches wide, priced at 50c.
Notice highlights a remarkable deal on Nottingham Lace Curtains measuring 3 yards in length offered at $1 per pair, a price never before seen from the maker. The emphasis is on the unprecedented value and limited availability.
In Wasuinatoy on November 6, reports say voters favor Democrats as tariff reform and free coinage fears fade. Administration figures show losses and disappointment over Fassett and Campbell outcomes, while Republicans face pressure in Ohio over primary fights and senate prospects.
Cincinnati dispatch reports Major McKinley arguing that constant tariff agitation harms business and that Republican leadership acts as a bulwark against free trade forces. He says Ohio supports the Republican tariff bill, favors a full dollar, sound currency, and vows continued protectionist policy.
Washington Nov 6 The Brazilian revolution and martial law may force a defense move by the navy to protect American interests. Only Essex and Tallapoosa are near Rio de Janeiro. the Essex is old and Tallapoosa worn out and for sale. Boston is en route to the Pacific and unlikely to head to Rio if cable orders come. Navy Secretary Tracy ordered Commandant Erben to prepare ships for sea.
A farmer near Wolf Summit West Virginia Wilson set snares for groundhogs after depredations. A nearby eight year old girl Bailey watched from behind a stump and was killed when a snare fired accidentally by Wilson. The report cites a terrible accident in Panxersaure.
Berlin reports a bank suspension at Hirschfield and Wolff shocks financiers with aristocratic losses feared. Arrest of Wolff follows a strict inquiry into the bankers business methods. Liabilities are described as very high though exact figures remain undisclosed.
Reports from Hong Kong describe a brutal riot in Fukino province. Insurgents commanded by Chen scaled low walls, freeing prisoners and assaulting the magistrate and family. Imperial troops swarmed toward Tehna as 1,000 soldiers were said to be advancing. a deadly struggle followed with insurgent gains.
In New Orleans Jesus Avegno, Costa Rican native, is jailed for forgery and attempting to issue forged Honduras bonds. Claiming to represent Honduras, he sought engraving work and testifying signatures, with Costa Rican consul confirming warrants. Authorities seized his effects and he faces prison. Nearby reports tell of a separate assault by a tramp on Annie Belsinger in Waite Plain, and other scattered notices across towns.
In the Coal Creek district of Tennessee miners press new demands after convict releases failed to satisfy. They require immediate check weighmen at East Tennessee Mining Co fields including Thistle mine at Wartburg and a Fra terville mine. If not granted by Monday, unified action looms, with possible wider walkouts into Jellico Kentucky and Newcomb/Jeflico districts.
A two month boundary survey between Ohio and Indiana under Professor Mendenhall reports the true line begins twelve miles west of the current border, forming a 200 mile long strip of six mile width. The area includes Fort Wayne Richmond and Volonia City with a total population and history tying to early trading among settlers and Indians.
A night clash near a bridge in Conk between Parnellites and McCarthyites ends with Parnellites capturing the bridge. Both sides hurled missiles as crowds sang God Save Ireland. Separate street action referenced an ulterior motive and political maneuver.
The state board of railroad tax assessors has completed its reports and released figures. It shows 2,624 miles of railroad valued at 35,416,887 dollars, with valuations per mile ranging from 2,000 dollars upward.
Nov 6 in San Francisco. H DeYoung authorized to pursue the next national conventions. Plans include a pamphlet about the Democrats and Republicans. The text references city traditions and a record of conventions, with unclear details about exhibition materials.
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