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Newspaper
Americus Weekly Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1887
Page
2
The fragment references Asenicus Recorder roles, mentioning Blessner, Katnor, and Kveifal as organ of Sumter County and Webster County. The text presents scattered names and jurisdictions without a clear incident or event.
The region sees rapid southern prosperity with Northern visitors and strong talk of protectionism. Georgia and nearby counties discuss fences, taxes, and new facilities, while notable figures and editors predict growth, rail ventures, and political loyalties in a shifting postwar economy.
An analysis contrasts Ohio and Georgia farming lands as investments. It notes higher building costs and yields on Ohio farms versus cheaper, less-improved Georgia land, concluding Georgia land is worth more per dollar invested when factoring yields prices and taxes.
The piece argues that cities and counties invest in promotional material to attract population and capital. It cites Dougherty County Albany Ohio Columbus Macon and others allocating funds for pamphlets maps and displays, asserting advertising is now essential for progress and neglect leads to decline.
Mr. R B Harrison leaves the Lumpkin Independent after thirteen years, a writer whose work helped make the paper one of the best and most influential local papers in the state. The paper expresses regret at his departure and wishes him success in his new location.
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions also piles or no pay. Guaranteed satisfaction or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box. For sale by E. R. Eldridge.
Hua and Scansipm offer two second hand pianos for sale. Contact details not provided. Potential buyers advised to inspect before purchase.
A New York wood carver describes a long battle with paralysis symptoms from 1880, worsened by quinine use, and credits a dramatic recovery after taking Kaskine. He details weight loss to 82 pounds, severe weakness, and eventual return to work, urging others to seek the remedy and noting testimonials from named local residents. The letter promotes purchasing details and physician endorsements.
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