25 Nov 1891
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1891
Page
1
A brisk sales pitch urges boys to choose a warm suit from new stock instead of keeping hands in pockets while cold November days set in. The upbeat tone promotes recent arrivals and seasonal attire. The ad emphasizes practicality and value in clothing selection.
A local store entices boys with a Christmas Eve drawing for a brand new Safety Bicycle. Any boy who buys a suit before Christmas Eve gets a chance at the machine at no charge, with a bold promise of a fair contest and a standout stock.
A report discusses the new postal system, its sudden rollout, and the city being surveyed. Postmaster Roney outlines the establishment plan and expectation of improvements in mail delivery.
The article notes Washington sent John W. Bulla to set up a free mail delivery system in Milledgeville. Postmaster Roney expects materials and boxes to be ready, with about thirty one boxes around the business district and four carriers delivering twice daily six days a week.
Al Field and his clever troupe performed before the footlights with mirth and merriment. Witty jokes and clever vocal hits drew roars of laughter while new specialties showcased surprising talent. Americus fell for the show as advertising pays. Doors open 2 and show starts at 9:30 for the matinee.
The A L Military Fair opened with large attendance and abundant booths. Exhibits include Hawaii and Denmark preparations, space requests by Berlin Imperial Opera Company, and a proposed German French exhibit mobility. Officials seek two state World’s Fair board members for December 6 convention. A marine brake invention from Brooklyn promises demonstrations on Lake Michigan. Dinner service notes and the Thanksgiving eve schedule conclude the piece.
A historical sketch recalls the early Brooklyn Heights area of Americus, naming first settlers and notable homes. It notes the Stanford place, Adderrton's house, the Gibson house, Davenport’s residence, and Dr. Black’s estate with a famed fish pond. The piece mentions a still near the pond run by Mr. Worrell, wartime sorghum and brandy production, and Dr. Black’s aid to soldiers. It highlights Riley Covington the fiddler and preacher, given lifelong residence by Dr. Black, with a funeral attended mainly by whites.
The Americus Jewelry Company received a fine line of sterling ware suitable for wedding presents. Abbeville residents A J Webb and F B Collins visited Americus for business and banking. O M Wheatley returned from Shellman. Miss W N Washburn will visit E A Hawk this winter. Howell Cobb, now in Athens, visits Americus briefly. C W Lewis, previously in Omaha, returned yesterday. Miss Fancie Terry visited relatives then returned to Webster County. Dr Hinton preached his farewell sermon as presiding elder of the Thom asville district to a large crowd. he is praised as a leading Methodist pulpit orator. The city’s friends laud Dr J W Hinton as a southern Methodist leader and writer. speculation arises on Bishopric candidates who would carry the church forward.
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