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Newspaper

Americus Weekly Recorder

Location

Americus, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1885

Page

5

Departure of Mails and Schedule Fragments Across Town

A fragmented bulletin lists mail departures west and south at 12 23 pm and east and north at 2 06 pm with night mail to the north at 7 pm daily Buena Vista and El cones service at 3 45 pm Lampkin Preston Wexton and Plains of Duna show Monday Wednesday Friday 1 pm closings Friendship Draneaville Church Hill open daily except Sunday at 6 pm Fortsford Providence and Seals closes Saturday at 6 00 am Hudson closes Friday 8 00 am Lamar closes Tuesday and Friday amid garbled notes about lines and connections.

Buena Vista Elcones Lampkin Preston Wexton Plains of Duna Friendship Draneaville Church Hill Clows Fortsford Providence and Seals Hudson Lamar W. A. Bunes P. M

James Alexander Declared Sheriff Candidate in Sumter County

The announcement endorses James Alexander as a capable, honest candidate for Sheriff of Sumter County and pledges strong support from many friends.

James Alexander Sumter County Sumter Anty W. H. Cobb IMIUW H. Cobb Wusox N. H. White

Fishermen, parries, races and town notes mix in Albany

The Albany City items report fishermen at work, a de clared off political race, local visits by Col Glessner and Editor Glessner, hotel restrictions at the depot, a 75 pound sturgeon from Flint River, a Baptist church conference, and a busy local calendar including theater and library news.

Flint River Foreman Watts Mechaniiess Glessner Mr. Davenport Americus Thomnsville Albany

Base Ball Game Between Rangers and Flying Squirrels

On Friday afternoon the America Rangers played the Montezuma Flying Squirrels, colored clubs, under America rules causing confusion for the Rangers who mostly knew League rules. The Squirrels kicked lively but Handy Boss was too strong as the Rangers won decisively in a blowout.

America Rangers Montezuma Fling Squirrels McKay H‘l America Ranger Squirrels Rangers

Cheeves Trial Continues With Juror Rulings

The Dawson Ga. case of Cheeves was called Tuesday with heated exchanges as Judge Fort allowed defense to proceed on first issue while dismissing much of the regular panel. A panel of 108 jurors yielded only six eligible on Wednesday as physicians debated the defendant’s mental fitness. A delayed wedding tale follows, involving Lizzie Hopkins and Ollie, with a breach of promise potential suit. Notices warn creditors of Wide-Axe Fire Company, and local ads promote Clay’s Thresher tour, leather belts, postponed social events, and obituaries for Mrs. Harris.

Cheeves Dawson Drs. McMillan Alfriend Albany Hawkins Americus Lamar Seligman Ward Wise Preston Cheatham Fousom Lizzie Hopkins Ollie Darkey Ollie Hopkins Macon

Ellaville Defeats Cleavelands In 56 To 10 Bas e Ball Match

Amateur game between Ellaville club and Cleavelands of Buena Vista on Buena Vista grounds ends with Ellaville 56, Cleavelands 10. Umpire A J Cleghorn, scorers Morgan McMichael and Thomas Wiggins, W H Davis top runs with nine apiece, E J Hart standout catcher, E A Dixon pitcher with thirteen strikeouts over six innings. Local notes praise, injuries, and social details accompany game recap.

Ellavitte Jane Ind Ellaville Club Clevelands Buena Vista Fiatinge Xilaville Cleveland Abe Tiltble Teielsal Jd. Cleghorn Oglethorpe Morgan McMichael Thomas Wiggins W. H. Davis A. J. Cleghorn E. J. Hart E. A. Dixon J. W. Tondee W.E. Cheney Buena Vista Boys

Boot Shoe and Hat Trade Southest Georgia

The past two weeks have been a glorious success in the business history with heavy cash sales. Bargains offered to customers drive demand, despite talk of hard times and money scarcity. Cash sales nightly bring surprising profits and reflected consumer confidence.

Local Shoppers Warned of Unusually Low Prices

Residents recount neighbors mentioning markedly low prices seen locally, encouraging cautious shopping amid rumors of undercut deals and potential market irregularities. The note highlights a push from community members to verify offers before purchase.

How We Sell Cheaper by Buying Right at J Waxelbaum Co

The firm proclaims low prices by emphasizing smart buying and ample capital. Bargains include 20 yard sheeting at 1.00, 66 inch Shimaha Rice Prints at 25c, white lawn 33 inch at 5c, and a wide mix of fabrics, quilts, plaids, muslin, and parasols. They boast unmatched selection in silks, satins, and ready wear, with claims of 33 percent savings on clothing purchases.

Seln Aerhendeee Lance Maree Engle & Pheniz Gaia Simon

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