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Newspaper
Americus Weekly Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1891
Page
8
The Savannah mayor sent a letter to Americus denying sensational reports of smallpox there. He cites only six cases and lists names, asserting no danger to Savannah. The communication seeks to identify the article’s informant and warns against malice toward the city.
A local physician, Dr. S. B. Hawkins, says influenza is an epidemic in Americus with about 500 people in bed. He explains the illness ranges from bronchitis to more serious conditions, though no sharp danger is reported and no violent cases have appeared.
The Savannah Times urges Georgia press to promote the state more and the West less. It suggests Legislator Hartridge push a bill to fund state advertising at its own expense.
The Weston school opened with fair turnout amid cold weather and influenza worries. Attendance is expected to rise to about seventy five as conditions improve. Local residents Mr. Geo H Lowe a former depot agent recovered, Mrs. B F Shivers ill, and Dr A K Patterson recovering from la grippe. A marriage occurred as Marlin Hollis of Chattahoochee county wed Ida Stephens with Rev W W Mabry performing the ceremony.
Atlanta January 21 Republicans attack Miclala post office over January 19 birth holiday. Postmaster Lewis faces criticism for not obtaining Washington permission though statute allowed actions. Protest deemed sentimental and prejudiced as locals support Lewis with no defense offered amid earlier burning in effigy. In Asheville January 17 John Coleman, colored, allegedly rapes a seven year old. Local authorities pursue arrest amid racial tensions and calls for harsher penalties.
In Atlanta, Judge J K Hines and Tom Felder plan to practice law together after forming a partnership in the Fitten building. The state university Technological school gets a $5 625 quarterly grant for six free scholarships per county, with overage costing 25 per session. A condemned prisoner faces death in prison. Virginia society announces Lee birthday celebrations with Cant Gordon McCane as orator, a life of Lee address at the capitol, and a Kimball banquet to follow.
Special to Recorner from Atlanta reports Gen. Gordon will join the Alliance. He denies seeking the State Alliance presidency while holding any political office. Gordon remains a key figure for the next Alliance contention, with Livingston unlikely to be re-elected if Gordon influences events.
Special to Excorpion reports Greek George arrived in Atlanta for an exhibition Thursday night. Athens style challenge offers $25 forfeiture if he cannot throw any man four times in 60 minutes. Articles of agreement set Tuesday for a 12 hour walking match with $100 per side between Alf Prater the Mountain wonder and E. J. W Philada.
ATLANGA Jan 21 The geological department faces friction as Dr Spencer, renowned expert, is labeled an indifferent manager and poor businessman. The State Geologic Board met amid dissatisfaction with department conduct. ATLANTA Jan 19 Judge Newman names Mr John B Glover temporary receiver for the Marietta and North Georgia road. He remains superintendent until next steps.
Mr. A. B. Youngson, Assistant Grand Chief of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, toured the South on Wednesday. He visited a Southern home, a cane mill, and a black cabin to meet black families. He laughed at dialect and enjoyed a 12 year old girl dance, noting the people appeared happy and content.
At a Savannah city council meeting Alderman Cann cited Americus Recorder claims of a smallpox outbreak and vaccination orders. The informant alleged widespread infection and sending thirty cats to infected areas, with papers pressing suppression and rising danger. officials pledged to verify and inform Americus authorities.
Special to RECORDER Atlanta Jan 21 reports the capitol grounds improvement work is underway with preliminaries finished and bids now advertised. Officials hope completion before the legislature reconvenes.
State School Commission issued Circular No 1 detailing approximate school fund pro rata for each county. Americus city receives 2105 dollars and Sumter county outside receives 9977 dollars, totaling 12082 dollars. The dispute now is constitutional versus Journal speed of action.
A party of about fifty Ohio business leaders arrived in Atlanta traveling through Nashville, Chattanooga, Atlanta, Fort Valley, Albany, Phomisaville, Bavannath, Jacksonville, and Augusta. Maj. W L Glessner guides the trip highlighting potential Georgia real estate deals worth hundreds of thousands of dollars and possible wider sales stimulating Georgia farming. The Recorder welcomes the visitors hoping the journey proves profitable with no state cost.
The State press sharpens critique as illness is invoked for Colquitt and Brown. The Columbus Enquirer Sun calls for resignation or replacement, arguing public duties require capable representation while noting Brown recently aided the state road interests and was absent to push the Democrats’ force bill.
The city will install electric meters for all users. The Recorder laments the new device while noting it will be placed on walls for consumer access. Older residents anticipate reporting their experiences, fearing tense relations with the meter. A side note mentions M Gladatone owning a 39 inch gold capped argent pencil from Keswick, used as a walking stick.
A compilation from the Southern Alliance Farmer and Macon Telegraph discusses party unity, duties of authorities, and the fight against schemers within the alliance. It argues for protecting the order from disgrace and hints at future sharp commentary against those who fail their duties. It also notes opposition to Cleveland within Southern newspapers and praises Hill for loyalty to the party and tax reduction.
The Augusta Chronicle reports Senator Brown has been ill for a year and Senator Colquitt has been absent from the Senate often, raising questions about their continued service and attendance.
Yesterday in the RECORD ER Superintendent Marshall dismissed outside trouble at the S A M dispute. He said few minor issues were discussed and settled to everyone’s satisfaction. Brotherhood members corroborated, affirming The Recorder’s report was correct and sensational rumors baseless.
The Board of Education met Friday evening at thePresident's office. Besides routine business the election of teachers to fill vacancies was discussed. It was decided to hold the election Saturday evening the 24th inst. The postponement may give absent applicants a chance to present themselves for examination and obtain the necessary certificate. The superintendent will submit examination questions to the teachers.
The ninth grade at Jackson Street School will be taught next week by Miss Carrie Speer in the second year of the high school. The committee on schools honors her as an accomplished lady for a short interim, and the pupils will appreciate her kindness in accepting the post.
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