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Newspaper
Americus Weekly Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1890
Page
2
A sweep of brief items reports Leprosy among Florida cigar makers, Texas cotton profits, judge speeches in Virginia, grasshoppers in Minnesota, Kentucky corn gains, election results in Lee County, silver price hikes, and political maneuvering across states. It notes Oklahoma first election, Mississippi and Louisiana anti lottery actions, and national debates on tariffs, reciprocity, and rail strikes amid crop and cattle stress nationwide.
The Democratic platform in Atlanta presents a strong conservative slate led by a Governor candidate of high character and proven executive ability. Renominated incumbents for Secretary of State, Treasurer, and Comptroller General are praised for efficiency and integrity, with Attorney General noted for devotion to the state as a soldier. The Agriculture Commissioner is highlighted for practical knowhow and business capacity, while the convention is described as working and farmer-led, finishing all business in one session.
Thousands of challies from five cents per yard upward. Large stock of white goods with many patterns. Some French challies reduced to forty nine cents per yard. Limited time offer closing Monday. Don’t miss this opportunity.
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