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Newspaper
Americus Weekly Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1888
Page
2
A mixed roundup notes Americus press history and subscription prices for daily and weekly papers, local jail relocations, a proposed Savannah hotel, a blizzard tail end, and varied editorial moves. It mentions expositions, regional rail deals, and political commentary, with references to editors and Tennessee area events.
A minister in Saginaw City reportedly practices the very prediction he makes by walking between the two cities on Sundays to discourage street railway business. The item also touts Warner's Toy Cabin Barnaparilla as a health tonic purifying the blood, urged as a path to fortune and strength, highlighting a broad ad claim.
The Georgia Cracker is revived as a spicy paper with hoped for profitable continuance. The Telegraph reports Congressman Grimes answered constituents over holidays, facing challenges to retain his seat. San Antonio notes a centenarian citizen and a dog-fight anecdote. Carrollton marriage plans collapse as Linda Martland rejects James Wright after arrival from Kansas.
The piece notes two years of embezzlers fleeing to Canada with about 20 million dollars and Canadians sending 3 million to the United States, then shifts to women’s health and Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as relief. It then reports on an Atlanta man Taliaferro claiming perpetual motion and a Georgia man Dent guarding a secret, while the Philadelphia Press defends wealthy Senators as a misreading of wealth in the Senate and U.S. riches.
The Chronicle outlines cotton movement for week ending December 80 noting total recessia at 188 824 bales, interior town receipts 16 570 bales, inland stocks up 5 088, plantation receipts 4 455 404 bales since Sept 1 1887, and declines or modest gains in prices tied to imperial events and speculative actions.
Senator Colquitt predicts the tariff battle will define the next campaign with democracy and working masses aligned against monopolists and privileged interests. He argues low tariffs aid the poor while high tariffs enrich the few, and says Republicans fear to meet the issue, relying on the bloody shirt strategy. He asserts many top manufacturers oppose restrictive tariffs and will not aid a pro tectorate, while true Democrats will rally to Cleveland.
The city learns that Mr. A. B. Harrold will leave the Central railroad directorship due to a Georgia Company syndicate restructure but will serve as President of the Buena Vista and Ella ville road and hold a Columbus and Western directorship. This shift aims to protect Americus freight rates and advance the through route from Kansas City to Florida, benefiting Americus and the region.
W D Bult of Bippus Indiana testifies Electric Bitters are the best remedy with every bottle giving relief in all cases. Abraham Hare of Bellville Ohio adds praise, calling it the best seller from his 30 years’ experience. Thousands testify the tonic cures liver kidney and blood diseases. Only a half dollar per bottle at Dr E J Eldridge’s Drug Store.
A Savannah News analysis argues the South escapes strong anarchist and labor unrest plaguing northern cities. It says money should be invested there, noting vast growth potential, stable classes, and a safer climate for capital. It warns the South could outpace others if investment continues and risks are managed.
Sucklen's Arnica Salve advertised as best salve in the world for cuts bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions cures piles or no pay guaranteed. Price cents per box for sale by Dr B J Eldridge.
Rev J G Gibson of Oglethorpe County moves to town life after arranging a private salary with his church. A skeptical member finally agrees to fund the pastor’s needs, revealing a barter of farm management for church support. Cotton crop receipts rise while consumption grows, yet visible American cotton supply remains tight across years.
A Shelby North Carolina woman named Mrs Luther Luts credits Dr King New Discovery for curing her after seven months of severe illness. She suffered a long cough and sleepless nights before relief from the first dose and a single bottle. The ad invites readers to obtain a free trial at a local drug store. The piece also notes a London financial fad of exchanging wedding gifts for a stockpile of silverware and pickle dishes.
The text notes Mr. Tilden’s membership in the Cobden Club and contrasts Democratic press claims about his protectionist views with those of Mr. Cleveland. It highlights intra party debate over tariffs and economic policy.
Mrs Wisstow's Boormina Syr ur should always be used for children teething. It soothes the child, screens the mother, allays pain, and is the best medicine for teething. Twenty five cents per bottle.
The article profiles Mr. Winans, described as the great American deer stalker, who now exercises control over 280,000 acres of deer forest and employs several hundred keepers to manage the grounds.
A corrupted OCR style piece warns of a slow poison in epidemics. It claims Shaker Extract of Roots or Seigel's Syrup cures a broad digestive disease described as linked to consumption, liver, malaria, and heart issues. Testimonials from Grace of Kentucky and Evans of Virginia praise the remedy's effectiveness and urge prompt use.
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