07 Sep 1894
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1894
Page
1
The ad promotes parlor suites starting at 4000 plus accessories like hat racks sideboards library cases and wardrobes. Bedroom suits range from 1250 to 125 00 with extension and center tables lounges and more. Located at 103 Cotton Avenue the shop invites customers to view the entire stock.
The message invites inquiries for fall and winter suitings ready for order with prices set. Suits to order 13.50 and trousers to order 4.00 and up, with fit guaranteed. Also promotes shoe store offerings in Cordovan, Kangaroo, Patient Leathers for men and ladies, plus farm shoes at low prices.
News from Menruis reports the lynching of six newly jailed prisoners two miles west of Millington after a mob stopped the wagon en route to the court. Authorities say the mob, estimated at 50 with shotguns, killed the chained men and disappeared. An inquest ruled death at the hands of persons unknown.
Dr R G Jackson narrowly escapes a pistol duel with a burglar at his Whitehall street office after finishing supper at Durands. The assailant fired three times, the doctor replying with a gunfight leaving Jackson seriously wounded and the intruder fleeing as aid arrived. Jackson, a specialist formerly of New Orleans, faces a grave prognosis.
Incendiary fire in Knoxville destroys the tobacco factory of W. C. McCoy and the livery stable of J. M. McBee in the morning. Total loss estimated at 30,000 with 15,000 in insurance. No further details on cause or investigations provided.
Rev W E Edmonson of Murfreesboro North Carolina has passed the naval examining board exam and will be commissioned chaplain in the navy.
Secretary Carlisle escalates a thorough New York customhouse sugar room probe after Special Agent Byrne reports bribe attempts by sugar importers' agents to derail the inquiry. Byrne cites surveillance by Appraiser McMallen and hints of a $100,000 offer to stop the investigation.
An advertisement extols Syrup of Figs as a pleasant tasting, effective laxative for kidneys and bowels. It claims rapid cleansing of the system, relief from colds headaches fevers and habitual constipation. Marketed as California Fig Syrup FD from San Francisco with bottles at 50 cents and 1 dollar, urged to seek genuine product from reputable druggists.
Registration of pupils has begun and outlook is bright for a successful term. Jackson street rooms are being papered and painted, new slate blackboards ordered, and other improvements to be finished before opening. East American school will occupy the Mayo and Jefferson corner in a rented building with desks and boards on order. The superintendent will register pupils Saturday and next week from eight to twelve daily, with examinations for admission or advanced standing each day at eleven. Books offered by local booksellers at same cash prices as previous years. Co operation urged to ensure the best term yet.
The New Providence meeting ran late last Friday and continues through next Sunday with several seeking membership. Rev. Fred Ester assists by Reva Bailey of Cordela and Quartarbaum of Rochelle. Debating society talks and a reading club loom as hopes grow. Local residents share news of guests, travels, and village efforts amid economic strains and social visits.
A committee of Americus citizens led by Mayor Cutts traveled to Atlanta to petition the railroad commission for rate equalization to Savannah. They argue Americus pays 7 cents per hundred more than other points. Albany's rate to Brunswick and Savannah was adjusted to 33 and 40 cents, while Americus faces higher charges. The group seeks parity with Columbus and other smaller towns after an inequitable haul.
A brief ad argues that many businessmen spend heavily to leave money for heirs. It promotes Porter's Business College in Georgia claiming guaranteed 100 percent dividends monthly for life and invites readers to request a free catalogue with terms and information.
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