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Newspaper
Americus Weekly Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1886
Page
5
The notice warns readers there are ten days left to obtain tickets for the Receiver Gilt Distribution. It reminds that the chance costs nothing, since the paper must be paid for in advance after March 1, so taking a chance now is prudent for those wanting the paper.
The first through train will operate to Lumpkin today pleasing residents of Lumpkin and Stewart county. Mr. Sloan spent yesterday washing out the well and driving the casing another font. The line of the 4 P. and L. road reports guano consumption near five hundred tons with about eighty tons difference locally.
Beginning next Sunday morning the A P L road will carry passengers for one week for five cents per mile for the round trip. This will make the rate 190 for the round trip from Americus to Lumpkin. We have no doubt many of our people will take advantage of these low rates to take strip over the new road. Cars Running Away. Monday a singular incident occurred on the A P L road, which is worthy of note. Three cars of freight were being switched at Richland, and in some manner got loose. The track is a heavy upgrade there all the way from Preston, and when the cave started they ran back to within a mile of Preston Before they were caught by the engine which ran after them. The distance is bout six miles.
Yesterday Mr Soon worked his pump and casing, while a dial of material washed ashore is claimed as reef sand by some and rock tipping by others. The substance is very hard and tar-like. Mr Sloan drove the ring down about four feet by five o clock.
A fractured excerpt praises Montehuma's river navigation experiment in upper waters of the Flints and urges support for ventures improving South Georgia resources. The text also encourages local merchants to ship goods via river routes to various markets including Dooly and Sumter, mentioning Arconora and neighbors.
A garbled notice segment covers community remarks from Sumter area including farm updates, weather signaling plans by the Southwestern railroad, Ohio excursion visits to Americus, local trust reports, and a colored community event titled Walters Hop in Shadow. It notes Dr. Holloway’s dentistry, a Charles Crisp endorsement, and a Dawson invitation to Ohio guests, with reflections on imitation and improvement.
Planters seeking to buy clothing in bulk can secure goods at historically low prices. The closing out sale promises substantial savings on large lots, appealing to those purchasing for hands and workwear.
The company has performed in New Orleans for two weeks and will next play in Savannah. To cover the long trip, one night was set aside between New Orleans and Savannah, choosing Americus for that stop. The troupe is too large for cities like Americus.
The advertisement states affordable pricing on handcrafted hand sewn shoes by John R Shaw. It highlights quality workmanship and value for men seeking durable footwear. The brief notice emphasizes ready availability and select styles for instant purchase.
Monday afternoon in front of Chapman's on Lamar street John Walker's horse bolted through the street. It knocked Waxelbaum's sign from its stand, toppled a horse near Hayne's stable, ran away wrecking a buggy, then squeezed between Capt. Adams' fence and a tree before landing with its front feet in the Captain's yard. It was extricated with few bruises, while the buggy was nearly demolished.
John Walker's horse, after wrecking his buggy in a prior runaway, bolted Monday evening. It traversed Lamar Street, crossed the railroads, turned at the bridge, rode to and under the A P L trestlework, then back past Howe's and Mize places to Wolf Creek three miles west of town, where Mr. Walker captured it.
Savannah Dublin and Western Short Line plans a 350 mile route from Savannah to Macon with a branch to Americus. Twenty six miles are graded and an official travels to England to arrange purchase of 82 000 sails while locomotives and rolling stock are described as prepared. The work spans Philadelphia and Wilmington areas.
A discussion with Judge W E Fish of Oglethorpe highlights the Wild Goose Plum as highly profitable. Fish has 500 trees in bearing, shipping to New York via Savannah, netting 3.74 per bushel on average. Other growers report strong sales and high returns, with Florida and Jacksonville customers proving steady demand. The piece argues fruit cultivation can rival cotton for farmers in the region.
A special train will run from Lumpkin next Tuesday at 5 p.m. to Americus for Mile Aimee's famed comedy company performance. Return options include after the show or the next day’s regular train. Aimee is billed as the country’s finest comedienne.
Bugg Chapman and Jim Castle Berry hunted in Worth county on Monday and Tuesday. They killed partridges and loves then began a deer hunt. Bugg spotted a fine yearling buck, shot it with a good gun, and the deer weighed about one hundred pounds. He brought it home to share venison steak with the group.
An Rome Georgia resident, J M Norris, long troubled by kidney disease and three years of eczema, found relief after using Electric Bitters and Bucklen’s Arnica Salve on his hands and feet. He recommends the remedies to others with kidney issues or blood purification needs.
Notice states Mr J A Davenport will remain in Americas until September. After that, the business continues under the old firm name J A and D F Davenport until the change is made as previously announced. D F Davenport signs the notice.
The column lists Capt J B Cox of Athens and Miss Mary Chapman of Talbot visiting in the city, plus visits by Mr and Mrs Phil McKey of Enfania and Mrs Annie Ray of Nanon. Major Kirk of the U S A visits cemeteries in the South, inspecting Andersonville site. It ends with a local anecdote and a medical ad for Smith's Bile Beans, 25 cents per bottle.
The article notes Wheatley selling new stock at cash prices lower than usual terms, claiming cost savings from cash purchases and aggressive marking. It urges customers, especially ladies, to visit for spring selections and compares values to competing outlets. Also mentions millinery sale with hats and accessories at deep discounts and comments on Northern misconceptions about the South.
A fine span of six and seven year old dapple sorrels with white stockings and faces. Sixteen hands high, big style, good speed. Gentle, sound, not afraid of engines, drive single or double. One of the prettiest carriage teams known. South. N G and J K Pamen.
A dated notice from Americus Georgia lists unclaimed letters awaiting pickup or forwarding to the Dead Letter Office. Names include Elizabeth Allen Napoleon Allen Leis Bayer and others with initials and surnames, dated February 14 1896, in a local shop ad following the notice.
A fragment from Good Man Keeping contrasts faith with doubt as dawn promises guidance. It references Lin Weal and a hopeful view of a shining shore emerging beyond fear, attributed to Frank H Branffer. It then shifts to a discussion of tuberculosis origins and transmission, noting Koch's discovery of the tubercle bacillus and the historical understanding of consumption in families and dwellings, with references to New York and the Globe-Democrat.
The New Orleans exposition showcases a creole display emphasizing a time worn appearance. Objects include antique china, a seven jewel chetelaine, a 035 year old bead net, a fifteenth century dating, an ivory fan, and a silver candlestick.
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