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Newspaper
Americus Weekly Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1884
Page
7
Begra Bay Killed reports a collision in Web ster county with a boy killed when a wagon wheel passed over him on the way home. The Artesian well project near Kylander X Stapleton’s corner nears a 91 foot depth as contractors press for water.
A report notes a new prototype service improving the Atlanta to Albany route with a through train that will pass Americus an hour earlier in the up direction and a half hour earlier on the down trip. It will be a fast service completing Atlanta to Albany in seven hours. Details include route changes, fare notes, and remarks on the current Birmingham shows.
Joe Jordan was severely hurt while catching near the Doll Friday evening. A foul ball grazed the bat and struck him over the left temple, knocking him down. Comrades assisted him and hopes are he will soon be out again.
W T Brown of Wide Awake Fire Co chases and captures a rabbit at Andersonville cemetery, wearing it as a trophy while Capt A O Bell carries the tail. Reports mourn the death of Tommy Parsley age about 12 from an accidental revolver discharge. Incest case: Rich Daniel captured after being sought for twelve months and jailed. Dawson and surrounding items note railroad committee visits, a warehouse fire, and a venerable citizen’s dull business scene.
The article describes a new patented oven setup pleasingly efficient for daily use at a bakery run by Brucey and associates. It highlights improved bread and cake output, inviting customers to visit the Lukery for fresh products and notes on the education of local students at Rylander Academy under Prof Clark, praised as thorough and practical.
In a public dispute near Purpin's confectionery Brown demanded payment from Wilkins. A struggle ensued with a chair raised, Brown slashing Wilkins four times before being pressed back into Ford's store. Wilkins pursued, finally knocking Brown down with the chair and delivering further blows. Both men were treated and hospitalized.
The ad notes that price does not always reflect value and urges buyers to trust experienced firms. Waxelbaum & Co offer an all wool suit at 10 dollars and spring silks at 4 3/4 dollars per yard, claiming equal or better quality than higher priced goods elsewhere. The message stresses the firm’s ability to control market quality for patrons.
A brief item notes matting supplies from J Waxzuuaum and Co. The entry highlights Fancy Matting offerings and a product line associated with the firm. No further details on prices dates or locations are provided in the readable text.
A garbled bidder notice from Waxelbaum & Co. touts a severe smash up at Waxelbaum's and reports loss of life. The ad highlights sales of cart wheel hats, boys and children's clothing, parasols, white goods, lace, and boots and shoes. It promotes a large millinery line and claims dominance over Macon Savannah or Atlanta.
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