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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1908
Page
7
Tension spring enables the user to tighten or loosen the tension by turning the screw. News subscribers can get the shears for 25 cents with a paper year at 1.00 plus 25 cents postage, total 1.25, and a five year guarantee. Old subscribers can get the scissors for 25 cents by paying back dues and a year in advance.
One hundred twenty six bales of lint cotton from 120 acres are reported by D C Jones, a leading Sumter farmer. He has already picked and ginned 111 bales and expects at least fifteen more, praising seed selection, fertilization, and careful cultivation as money makers. Jones grows Prize and King seeds in separate fields and is highly pleased with results.
City Council debated ownership of its electric light and pumping station. Alderman Allen led a unanimous push to appoint a three member committee with the city engineer to study costs for a power house and lamping, plus pumping water to the reservoir, with authority for minor expenses. Mayor Hawkins named the buildings and lights panel of Furlow, Childers and Allen. A separate motion calling for an injunction against the American Railway and Light Company failed on a tied vote.
Theron N Hawkes, efficient and popular city clerk and treasurer, announces again for the position subject to the December 3 primary. A skilled accountant with years of service, Hawkes will be strongly supported for election. The city is fortunate to have such a capable man in the important role.
Justice J I Hudson announces his candidacy for re election for the 789th G M district. He has held the position for years and seeks support for the December 1 election. A Confederate veteran and Sumter resident he vows to discharge duties to the best of his ability.
Postmaster Mitchell announces a new special stamp series, differing in design from prior issues, and arriving at the local office within a few days. The set omits the five dollar stamps, but includes one and three dollar values for collectors and the public.
Nov 23 New York. Miss Mary Gladstone of South Norwalk Conn. learned a tin shower joke planned by friends. She hurried to find a husband, presenting William Greene of Stanford Chicago News, to her amused circle. A poor complexion worries a man more than a poor intellect.
The D A R Council of Safety Georgia chapter met at Mrs H B Simmons home to report on the state convention and plan a year of study on Georgia history The group approved a library fund and a Carnegie Library corner to house their books Five new members joined bringing the roster to many named officers and members and listing regent and other officials with Miss Rutherford as corresponding secretary
The city executive committee fixed December 3 as the Democratic primary date for mayor, three council members, clerk and treasurer. Only qualified white voters who paid 1907 city taxes may vote. Candidates must file and pay election expenses by November 30 to appear on the official ballot. Polls at city hall open 8 am to 6 pm.
The attorney general holds that a special district school tax under the McMichael law is perpetual and cannot be repealed when a district is fixed and no local tax is levied. The opinion was issued to the state school commissioner yesterday, noting there is no method to revoke the proceeding.
Mr. Owen Johnson representing Northwestern Mutual has arrived in Americus to engage in business here. A former Alabaman, Johnson is well known to many citizens and is expected to receive a cordial welcome.
A long list of discounted items appears, noting yardages and prices for textiles such as bleached and blue chambray, ticking, flannel, gingham, and various dress fabrics, plus multiple shoe and clothing offers. Includes men and boys suiting, heavy overcoats, pants, and overalls with reduced prices, reflecting a general sale at a dry goods store.
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