Mails Schedule and Local Ads From Americus Ga
Public notice details mail departure closures for December 21 with west east north routes and timing. Local ads promote McKenzie's Fresh Fish and Oysters Turpie's Restaurant and Bonnet Hats, plus whiskey ads for J Harper Nelson County brand and general merchandise from Americus, Georgia with agent J. Ianaurs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wightmail
Buens Viste
Ellaville
Ecreeeees Ococorm
Tiadson
Tamar
Prater
W. A. Blacs
P. M
Ah Turpie
Ansley Bros Urges Subscriptions Amid Shortage Demands
A local notice from Ansley Bros complains about overdue subscriptions and demands payment. It lists various goods and notes they have fulfilled obligations and now face preding need. The letter asks subscribers to settle small balances to relieve necessity and avoid further reminders.
Christmas greetings and local notices in Americus
Local items list holiday visits, political remarks, and community notices. Mentions Mr. Bob Addison joining J. Wazelbaum & Co, Dr. J. P. Thorman visiting from Dooly, and many townsfolk visiting relatives. Notes Buena Vista railroad grading, council work on Cutton Avenue, and changing mail cutoffs. Highlights Adventists January 4 prophecy and World’s Exposition rates to New Orleans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Thorman
Dooly
Jesse Greene
Lee
J. W. Harris
Buena Vista
Hog Raising Showed Profits From Eight Pigs
In December Dr W P Burt bought a young son for eight dollars and in January added eight pigs. Losses occurred with several deaths, but by December the remaining sow and pigs weighed heavy. By year end the animal group weighed 350 pounds at slaughter and the survivor is expected to reach 200 pounds at one year. Total pork surpasses 1000 pounds from a minimal eight dollar start.
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W. P. Burt
Refusal of repairs on fire department work Americus 1884
To the Citizens of Americus a note from J W Jackson and F D Lowsry explains why payment for recent fire department repairs is refused. The work used material that had been rejected by a former chief and may be rejected again under heavy use. Also reported is the death of a four year old child of W J Phillips with condolences to the family. The obituary notes congestion of the lungs and bowels and the burial at New Hope Church nine miles below the city.
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Hatt Viattan
T Foreman
F. D. Lowsry
W. J. Phillips
New Hope Church
Hat blows off on delayed train and man jumps
A passenger train between Smithville and Americus ran late. Mr. Bass of Albany lost his hat as the train struggled to regain time. He sprang from the car, tumbling down the embankment, and was last seen rolling away as the freight passed.
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Smithville
Americus
Bass
Albany
Election for Ordinary challenged by critic over past actions
A local critic accuses Ordinary T. H. Btow art of corruption and favoritism in office. The letter recalls a widow's estate case where Btow reduced an annual allowance from 3000 to 1500 after claiming he acted in duty. The writer quotes Btow saying he gains money from supporters, casting doubt on his integrity in the county race. It is dated December 24, 1984.
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Eprrom
T. H. Btowart
Jay
Grey Haire
Tas
Huntley Dramatic Company Receives Praise from Montgomery Manager
Mr G F McDonald proprietor of the Montgomery opera house writes to Mr Glover praising The Huntley Dramatic Company. He says the troupe is really good in their business and will perform up to promises. He commends the orchestra as superb and notes their printing and paper quality is improving.
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The
Huntley’s
the Huntley Dramatic Company
G. F. McDonald
Montgomery Opera House
Glover
Rabbit Dogs and a Terrell Bride and Groom
Late Wednesday Mr John Walker rode into town with a string of rabbit dogs of various types. The scene prompts local chatter about hunting methods. Also noted are two December weddings with H A Turner and D L Chapman presiding as J P Britton Smith officiated for Clifford Bush and Maggie Sullivan, on Dec 18 and Dec 20 respectively.
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John Walker
W. B. Bush
H. A Turner
Terrell
Clifford Bush
Sumter
Britton
The Flying Jennies Nuisance And Oats Are Safe
The Flying Jennies disturb residents with a loud din provoking annoyance to business men and horses. Farmers report oats sown before cold snaps remain uninjured, with outlook favorable. Subscriptions may be paid in produce at market prices. Chief Smith instructs fire companies to keep large fires ready for prompt engine response.
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Smith
Effects of a Spree in Town
A young man arrived on Wednesday after drinking heavily and passed out behind a store. He woke to find his list pocket book and other effects missing, including seven dollars.
Christmas Hours at Jas Frick & Bro Store
The Jas Fricker & Bro store announces extended evening hours to 10 o clock starting December 17 for the Holidays. The shop promises bright lighting and warm heating and invites visits whether buying or not. They also note a new line of holiday novelties and a cordial invitation to see them.
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Jas, Frick
Indies
Jas. Fricker & Bro
D &B. Hut
To New Orleans Round Trip Tickets on Sale Across Routes
Four routes offer round trip tickets to New Orleans with prices 14.20, 20.10, 93.00 and 95.85. Tickets valid 16 and 40 days. Inquiries at the ticket office with Lori Wannen as agent. The Georgia Loan and Trust Company of Americus advertises loans from 200 dollars upwards with terms from three to five years and pre maturity arrangements.
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New Orleans
Lori Wannen
Georgia Loan and Trust Company
Americus
Feagin Named Candidate for 789th District Bailiff Seat
We are authorized to announce the name of W H Feagin as a candidate for the office of Bailiff for the 789th District G M Election Saturday January 8 1885 Owing to the typographical error in the source the date is presented as 1 8d 1885 but the intended date is January 8 1885. Feagin headlines the local race as he seeks the district post.
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Clove Davis
Baptist Church
J. W. Harris & Co
W. H. Feagin
G. M. Will
J. W. Mize
Sherif
W.H. Feagin
G. M
C.C. Shepherd
Sumter County
Thomas H. Castleberry
8. M. Lester
Wee
John A. Bpeight
Sumter
W. H. Cobb
N. H. White
15Th
Vorens
Sumrea
J. A. Daniel
B. T
W. B. Stewart
Gamer County
Justice OF the Peace
WW. Guerry
Coroner Candidates Named for Sumter County
Announcement names 8. M. Lester as a candidate for Sumter County Coroner, joining Thomas H. Castleberry in the race. The notice states both individuals seek the coroner’s office with formal partisan or official backing implied.
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Fon Lane
Pee
Inser
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C_ATORRY
Town T4us
M. M. Wolsom
Propriet
Ambrosia Orut
McKenzie
M. EB. Raines
Jackson
J. A. Turpin
J. A. Tarpin's
Binner
McKepsie's
Bootle
J. W. Harper
Nelson County
Harper
J. Ianaurs
Americus Ga
Ansley Bros
UO Boses Larrabee
Minos
Kage Sweet
Bob Addison
J. Wazelbaum & Co
Clarrie Nance
Atlanta
Maj. W. A
John Polhill
Macon
Carrie Dyer
Covington
Inez Cutts
Lizzie Johnson
C. F. Crisp
Bettie Williams
Oglethorpe
Pat Wiliams
BR. T. Bivins
Schley County
Mr. Birvin
Cutton Avenue
A. A. Robinson
Manatee
Fla
Gene Stanfield
D. B. Harrell
Webster
J. L. Adderton
A. J. Clark
Andersonville
Allen House
W. D. Phillips
John McNell
Tifton
John Bring
A. T. Mann
A. C. Bell
Will Jackson
Maj. Black
Will
Bugg Chapman
St. Mary's River
Henry Willis
Willis
Central Railroad
Savannah Morning News
South
Savannah
Stewart
Cotton Avenue
Richland
Stewart County
Georgia
Georgia Loan and Trust Co
Prince Bros
East Tennessee, Virginia and Georgia Railroad and Transfer Company
Jack Johnson
Webster County
Albin, Fiet
A. C. Bprer
Coltolor
Aish
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