European war looms and cotton price shifts warned
Carital Organ of Sumter County notes a likely European war that would raise provisions and lower cotton prices, urging farmers to avoid overreliance on cotton. It discusses tariffs, politics, Albany Dougherty county prospects, and a bold prophecy of major world changes affecting Europe, England, Germany, and Ireland.
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Europe
South
Boston
Germany
France
Engeland
India
Ireland
Day of Small Things Editorial on Small South Industries
An 19th century Manufacturers Record editorial urges developing small Southern industries to ensure steady growth and prosperity. It highlights how France and Britain leveraged petty industries, cites a North Carolina example of vermiculture and local materials like pipe clay and briar, and notes a Kitrell woman’s early success turning gourd pith into versatile products.
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Britian Wall
Fiancee
France
Lyons
Posey
South
Pennsylvania
Tara
Willin
Morganton
N. C
Florida
Atlanta
Kitrell
Arkansas
Kittrell
H. W. Ellis
North Carolina Exposition
North Carolina
The South’s small industries prove rich with dish rag gourds
The article extols cheap Southern crafts like bonnets baskets and a versatile dish rag gourd whose use in crafts could grow into a large, profitable industry with $1,000 capital. It argues small ventures can yield vast orders and future prosperity for the region.
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South
Electric food machines promise universal meals from earth and water
A Washington Post writer echoes an Edison interview claiming future devices will extract edible growth from earth and water, enabling machines to produce beef, mutton, pork, poultry, vegetables, fruits, wines, and more. The housekeeper needs only earth, water, and a clockwork cook to grant perfect meals.
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Washington Post
Locke
Edison
True Economy and a Free Iron Bridge at Albany
Albany News argues economy means prudent expenditure and proper use of resources, warning against extravagance among the poor and praising the frugal farmer. It notes Dougherty County has awarded a contract to Southern Bridge Co for an $8,400 free iron bridge across the Flint River at Albany, due for completion by July 20.
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Albany News
Dougherty County
Flint River
Albany
Southern Bridge Co
Birmingham
Cleveland and Carlisle as a potential 1888 ticket
The piece discusses a proposed national Democratic ticket featuring Cleveland and Carlisle with Carlisle as Treasury Secretary, aiming to gain tariff reform support and regional unity. It notes speculative Washington talk about a Carlisle bid for Vice President and argues the pair would unite North and South, boosting enthusiasm across the country. It also reports Macon’s plan to actively promote the city. Five citizens will fund a monthly pamphlet to advertise the area, not exceeding two dollars per person monthly.
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Times
Washington
Carlisle
Manning
the Treasury
South
Union
Gates South
North
Cleveland
Macon
How to Get Mexican Pensions for Veterans
Rules for Mexican war veterans to receive an eight dollar monthly pension. Eligibility hinges on service length not essential, age sixty two or disability or dependence, and specific wartime service or congressional honors. Oath before a court clerk or authorized official, witness signatures, and proof of enlistment with honorable discharge.
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United States
Mexico
Congress
Court of Record
Georgia
Sumren
W. J. Harper
W. H. Harper
A. C.speer
Scurer
A. T. Johnson
W. Wiliams
Speer
Webster County
J. G. Skinner
Valentia
Callie
Hallie
Jessie
Geo. W. Davenport
Osby
Ares
Wenster
W. F. Spann
Jas. M. Saunders
H. Oosby
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Chicago Herald
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W. W. Thompson
J. R. Beaty
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J. A. Kendrick
Court House
Lindon
M.A. Jordan
Marion County
A. Wetzler
M. A. Jordan
P. J. Jordan
Windsor
S. M. Gray
J.B. A. Wilson
Leplers
Semren
Rutherford Driver
America
A. C G. Speer
Omestead
Geongl
Wheerens
Laura H. Rodger
A.C. Speer
T.W. Wood & Gon No Bes Touran
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United
Hammond, Hull & Coy
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Conneil & Willify
E. C. Parker
Elton C. Parker
Council & Wilitord
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Almo
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Cintogue
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