01 Sep 1897
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1897
Page
1
Dry Goods and clothing merchants announce a cash only clearing sale to move summer stock. The offer includes dress goods organdies lawn muslin silks shirt waists summer clothes silk coats slippers hats and underwear with special emphasis on reduced prices and a rushed trade approach during the dull season.
A sales ad claims customer trust and consistent, advertised prices with cash-only terms. The store pledges to deliver on bargains and invites readers to mention the ad when purchasing.
The Democratic state convention in the Academy of Music nominated candidates for auditor general and state treasurer. About 435 delegates attended as William J. Bryan's name sparked loud cheers and a banner proclaimed Liberty, Justice, Humanity, Equal Rights to All, Special Privileges to None. Burning enthusiasm followed temporary chairman Ermantraut. Nearby frost reports from Minnesota, North Dakota, and other states noted damage to crops like late corn and flax but not to wheat. News also covered a lightning death in Georgia. a woman killed, infant unharmed. Manitoba wheat prospects appeared excellent with harvests predicted at record levels across Canada. Colorado College president-elect William F. Slocum declined Oberlin College presidency offer.
A health notice urges women to address their health despite busy minds and care duties and warns against neglect while noting there is no need for fear of examinations. The text promotes Dr. Pierce's Favorite Medicine as a remedy.
A prelude to a lynching attempt ended when a hole in a jail wall was found, apparently dug to grant passage for escape. The case centers on Lloyd and Gafford with political tensions noted as a factor.
A speech by Luther E B Rosier reports on labor leaders opposing judiciary overreach and court made laws. The piece cites fears of losing trial by jury and rights of assembly, with platform criticizing capitalistic control and constitutional protections in the era. References include the Eagle and Phoenix Manufacturing receivership and a train derailment in Georgia with dates and figures.
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