18 Sep 1891
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1891
Page
1
Exports of specie from New York during the week ending September 18 totaled 717,753 dollars with 20,208 in gold and 607,620 in silver. Silver and 14,027 in gold went to Maryland and 5,785 in gold to South America. Imports during the week totaled 629777 dollars with 22,471 in gold and 49,850 in silver.
The text extols Organa instruments noted for tone and quality, claiming they are among the most attractive and desirable organs for homes, schools, churches, and societies, highlighting variety, craftsmanship, and ornamental appeal.
A long fragment shows a poetical vision of the Sunset Land with gates of gold and tranquil landscapes, followed by a Petersburg thriller. General Gorgoli questions sentinels across city streets to expose a thief who impersonated him to rob a banker. The thief is caught, a bag of coins restored, and the banker relieved by the timely arrest.
In St Petersburg a money lender seeks profitable use for funds when General Gorgoli arrives with a private request for 25 000 roubles. The banker loans 30 000 but the next day the General, aided by a police officer, confronts him with a claim of returning 80 000 and demands acknowledgment and securities. The banker fears exposure and danger as the scene advances toward decisive action.
A historical note explains screwdriver sharpening for efficient use. It argues for a wedge with straight or outward curved sides to minimize force and avoid slipping. Grinding with a small stone, preferably in a lathe, keeps the blade in the screw nick with minimal effort.
A New York World report notes hemp has been Kentucky’s main hemp producer but rising demand for binder-twine and other fibres may expand cultivation to a dozen states. It cites that American hemp is highly valued for harvesting machinery, with Manila and sisal losing ground as hemp regains prominence. The article outlines Kentucky growing methods on blue grass sod and notes about one hundred days to maturity, with frost limiting northern production.
Georgia briefs report no strike by negro alliancesmen, discuss tax boosts to fund state finances, and outline pension plans for Confederate widows. The piece covers the Western and Atlantic rail line award payment, Piedmont exposition rate talks, and Alliance reorganizations led by Col Gantt. It notes a Georgia Citizens Alliance push, and a pension expansion proposal for widows of Confederate soldiers with 1000 dollars annual aid.
Jefferson D. Carter of Myrtlewood Alabama receives a $1000 reward from the post office department for capturing Rube Burrow. The action also covers the deaths of Burrows and accomplices and notes Carter was wounded in the struggle, possibly losing his right arm. The decision cites an exception to standard rules and states it will not set a precedent.
A stale dispatch notes the railway commissioners will not report their findings about the Third Creek bridge wreck to the public before submitting the annual report to the Governor. Initially they promised public disclosure but now deem it improper to reveal progress until the governor is informed. The act allows the board to act as arbitrators on occasion rather than pre judging the case.
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