Local residents noted in Americus city notices
A dense list shows names from Abbeville Buena Vista and Savannah visiting Americus for various reasons. People include r. A. K. Fisner of Abbeville, E. M. Butt of Buena Vista, J. W. Haygood of Montezuma, W. F. Snead of Oglethorpe, Max Everett of Lumpkin, and many others. Mentions cover visits, business, and family connections with reminders of local events and infrastructure, including a new building under construction and a prominent city’s growing police presence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Callaway
R. A. K. Fisner
Abbeville
O. E. M. Butt
Buena Vistas S
R. J. W. Haygood
Montezunas
Ir. W. F. Snead
Oglethorpe
R. Max Everett
Lumpkins
R T. F. Rainey, Jr
Ellale
R. G. J. Morton
Randellasing
R. E. A. Treary
Senoia
Americus
Americus Light Infantry Rosters Officers and Members
H A Harris lists officers and members of the Americus Light Infantry with several enrollments pending. Names include Captain H C Bagley First Lieutenant C C Clay Second Lieutenant W I Jones First Sergeant W L Mardre and others across sergeant, corporal, quartermaster, drummer, and private ranks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Americus Light Infantry
L'St
H. C. Bagley
C. C. Clay
W.1. Jones
M. 8. Harper
W. L. Mardre
Tom Btallings
H. C. Davis
J. E. Clarky
C.E. van Riper
J. M. Jackson
Tom Gulce
W. Hyo, Dodley, Jr
L. C. Bell
D. L. Dixon
RB. L. McLeod
B. H. Jossey
T. F. Gatewood
B.C. Parker
Geo. D. Wheatley
Julius Stanfield
G. O. Loving
Geo. A. Davies
Resolutions of Respect for James Fricker Director
A February 24 1890 Savannah Americus and Montgomery Railway board pays tribute to late director James Fricker. The resolutions praise his zeal efficiency and public spirit and pledge sympathy to his family. A copy will be sent to relatives and city papers for publication. Card of Thanks from Americus fire companies expresses gratitude for a generous donation and for readiness to respond to calls with proper apparatus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Savannah, Americus and Montgomery Railway
James Fricker
Savannah
Americus
C. A. Hunttington
Thornton Wheatley
A. J. Hama
Simr
Protector Hook and Ladder and Vigilance Fire
Henry Anderson
Davin Duprey
Voorhels Miller Rupel secure exclusive Americus sales
A private letter from Voorhels Miller Rupel of Cincinnati dates Oct 17 1889 noting John R Shaw Americus Ga will close out dry goods to focus on clothing and furnishings. The firm promises a large spring line priced 7 50 to 30 00 per suit and claims world wide sourcing to support lower prices. A February 6 1800 reply from Shaw reiterates large order and rapid shipment efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John R. Shaw
Voorhels, Miller & Rupel
Cincinnati
Ohio
America
Americus
Sumter County
Shaw
Joan R. Shaw
Europe
Voorheiss, Miller & Rupel
Voorheis
Miller & Rupel
Voorhels
Americas
Georgia
Yard Master Jesse Moore Returns to Central Depot
Yard Master Jesse Moore resumes his old post at the Central depot. He had served as conductor on the S. A. M. road for several months before returning to Central by request of the superintendent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse Moore
Central Depot
Central
Sanford Minter
Bass
Bullock
Buena Vista
Minter
Marion County
Black
Forsyth Street
Social notes and local happenings reel in a crowded city column
A bustling update covers home leases on Church and Taylor streets, weddings planned, and social events. Mrs Lawson Stapleton hosts a charming reception, while rumors hint at two cherished locals leaving town. A bridal bazaar at Glover's Opera House excites vendors. fishing trips and a farm sale also appear amid crime and transit notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glover’s Opera House
Gentlemen of Americus Welcome New Tailor Trade
A letter from a traveling merchant tailor announces intent to establish a shop in Americus Georgia. The writer promises thrifty service, style, and satisfaction with a motto implying fair terms for patrons and long-term stay. The note cites a business address in the city.
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Ed, Ansley
B.libewis
Lumpkin
Meen
W. T. Ragan
Tives
J. G. Wilkerson
Smithle
Allen
J. W. G. Hitt
Augusta
W. M. Hitt
College Hill
A. Stubbs
John Artney
Eircus
T.j.murphey
Lula
Ellaville
Lon
D. B. Harrell
Webster
Georgia Treas
J. Evan Prothro
Richland
K. Albert Rees
City
Errcus
Re. Allen
Perry
Jas. A. Clay
Tenn
Mr. C. C
Felder Street
J. Ross
Smithville
Chas. Fricker Hove
J.J. Smith
Jas.ker
Taylor Street
Emma Frederick
Marville
Eula Moogh
Macon
Suesta
Col. W Davenport
H. A. Harris
Gaunter
Emma L. Daniel
W. T. Walton
Edgar L. Guerry
Jackson Street
H. W. Littlejohn
Lon E. Speer
Lee Street
Jessie B. Reese
T. M. Furlow
R. L. Jones
East Americas
Richard Stewart
W. D. Bailey
Ford
Church Street
Arthur Rylander
8. & Rylander
Mies Mary Haynes
Roe Edwards
Raymond Iese
Horton
Milan
J. J. Dowdy
Z. D. Studstill
Studstill
Amos C. Speer
John W. Forrester
Lee County
Smithville and
Judge Speer
Moses Speer
Theon Hawkes
F. W. Rothe
Cook
Cc Avenue
W. A. Coox
A. Rylander
UB. Brown &.Mardre
Americus, Ga
Aden
Harris & Payne
Lee and
Lamar Streets
J. J Hanesley
Barlow Block
The
Georgia Loan and Trust
Home Company
Cook’s Pharmacy
Cotton Avenue
Hera
Dr. Creesemand
Boston
G. Les
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