08 Oct 1896
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1896
Page
1
A Georgian Democrat victory margins could exceed 18 to 1 and 4000 votes in majorities for Atkinson and allies. The report notes large Democratic gains across counties, signaling strong party support and a swing in the political landscape.
New York October 7 Thomas Ryan to acquire control of the Seaboard Air Line system paying 110 a share for 4000 shares securing a blocking majority. Reports say Ryan and General Sam Thomas also hold a large stake in Central of Georgia and own Port Royal and Augusta railroads. If true Seaboard may merge with other properties under Southern influence with Morgan alleged as real owner of key stations.
Havana reports a decisive battle with insurgent leaders Lopex and Alvarez reportedly fatally harmed. General Maceo’s forces claim a signal victory at Dor son and Matanzas reports advise of ongoing Cuban resistance. The United Railways manager is imprisoned. charges are not public.
In a semi official statement the Turkish government says it will not admit the United States cruiser Bancroft through the Dardanelles, hindering its use as guardship for the U S legation. Russia Greece and Holland guardship plans are also affected amid Berlin pact objections.
Jacksonville Oct 7 Returns from Florida state election show Bloxham leading by about 25000 votes while the constitution al amendment abolishing October elections passes. Senator Call’s followers will be in the minority though Duval county may elect bolting Democrats Stockton and Pope. Governor Bloxham vows economical administration and education gains as results trickle in.
The Liberal leader Sir William Harcourt calls for security for Armenians and a new policy toward Turkey involving British Russia cooperation and possible Cyprus convention changes. He argues reform of Turkey requires its dissolution and joint action abroad.
Michael and Morris Keerntz brothers of Pittsburg Pennsylvania are accused of embezzlement involving a dry goods item of fever and McKintey. Carl Browne once chief marshal of Coxey's army now Coxey’s in law says he will stump for a anti reelection platform and declares a provocative comparison between votes for re vote for the devil Bryan and God and humanity.
A reader question notes that grocer E D Ansley pays higher freight than any retail store in the state and asks what this implies. The options suggest fresher stock larger trade and consumer preference for fresh goods and wide assortment.
The notice touts fresh er goods and a better assortment at lower prices than any Georgia retail house. It emphasizes a bold savings claim and urges shoppers to compare value with local competitors.
Wholesale notice invites buyers of all kinds to purchase sets at fixed prices. It states bargains for families or any consumer and indicates direct sale terms for merchants. The brief misses details due to fragmented text.
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