AMERICUS Recorder On Lunatic Asylum Transport
Sheriff Davis moved with Keziah Strom a white man and Amos Wright a negro declared insane to Miltedge ville. A Webster hunter Jesse Stallings boasted of shooting a covey, claiming seventeen birds after the first shot. Deaths reported include J. M. W. Peel and Mrs. Jane Graham. Atlanta purchases a fine pair of chestnut horses for Col. Reynolds. An attempted train wreck near Huffuls halted by the engine crew exposing two armed negroes in the brush.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lunatic Asylum
Davis
Webster County
Miltedgeville
Keziah, Strom
Amos Wright
Jesse Stallings
Webster
Jesse San
Americus
Survey of Oconee River Bridge at Dublin
Civil engineer Mr. McDonald of the Central railroad explains a recent survey of the Oconee river where the 8 D W road crosses Dublin. The work assesses whether the river bridge would affect navigation for Central’s river boat operation on the waterway.
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Oconee
Dublin
McDonald
The
Central Railroad
Central
Burglaries Hit Smithville and Montezuma
The Enterprise reports Smithville suffered a burglary night last week with multiple stores entered and goods taken. The Record notes Montezuma also saw three stores entered during the week. If not a gang, hard times push some to risk liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smithville
Montezuma
Prisoner Davenport Not Escaped Despite Rumor
Report claimed Davenport the safe burglar escaped, but a later check proved false. Investigators found friends had spoken with him through a water tube from his room to the gully, signaling a determined effort to liberate him. A strict watch remains on Davenport overnight and day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davenport
Railroad Smashup Near Batesville Claims Two Lives
Sunday afternoon a down passenger train wrecked near Batesville Alabama after striking a heifer on an upgrade. Engineer William Gugel and a wood passer were killed instantly. Fireman Jim Norris was severely scalded and in critical condition. The wreck demolished the engine while the caboose and cars sustained damage. Fireman Norris, Gugel, and the other victim were transported to nearby towns for burial or treatment.
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Hufauls
Batesville
Ala
William Gugel
Jim Norris
Montgomery
Gugel
Macon
Nortels
Prince Bros Horses Sold Through Recogs Circulation
A city firm Prince Bros sold two matched black horse teams after advertising in the Reconpgs. Capt Raoul of the Central Railroad initiated contact, and Bank of Georgia president F M Coker in Atlanta sent inquiries. The second pair was sold yesterday to Col J G Reynolds of Atlanta, illustrating the Recogs reach and value as an ad medium.
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Atlanta
F.M. Coker, Jr
N. G
J. K. Prince
Col
J. G. Reynolds
Americus
Col. Reynolds
Prince Bros
Eame
W. G. Raoul
Central Railroad
F. M. Coker
Bank of Georgia
Col. J. G. Reynolds
Savannah Dublin and Western Short Line Progress Report
Preliminary survey for the Savannah Dublin and Western railroad from Savannah to Dublin is finished. Chief Engineer Pou will begin surveying the Dublin to Americus branch. Two lines have been surveyed. directors will choose a route. Construction will start after line location. President Linderman plans to return from England around April 1, with the road expected in operation before 1887.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Savannah, Dublin, and Western
Savannah
Dublin
Pou
Americus
Deblin
Linderman
England
English as She is Writ Prominent Genoa Letter to Cotton Firm
An early European English specimen from Genoa addresses an American cotton firm. The letter requests representation in Italy and promises to develop business, noting advantages of an agent there for easier procurement and ownership. The tone is promotional and slightly awkward in phrasing.
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Genoa
Itay
Americus
Italy
Campaign talks at Bibb county crossroads election chats
A group at a shop discusses gubernatorial and congressional races. They name candidates including Crisp, W M Hawkes, W A Wilson, C C Duncan, Col E G Simmons, Maj M P Pickett, and local hopefuls for legislature and sheriff. They anticipate a lively mayoral race next December with three candidates.
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Bibb County
Ernor
Sumter
W. M. Hawkes
Crisp
C. CO. Duncan
Parry
Duncan
Dooly
Col. E.G. Simmons
Gaps. Adderton
M. P. Pickett
McDonald
Ee Daniela
Joe Boott
Maj. Wilson
W. A. Davidson
W. A. Black
Americus welcomes Griffin correspondent and future plans
In a March 10 1888 letter from Americus Georgia J I Mack describes his pleasant reception, notes Americus as a growing trading center with cotton receipts around 30000 bales annually, three strong banks with about 400000 in use and the Georgia Loan and Trust Company directing about 1000000. He reports an artesian well project, an ice factory planned, and local firemen pursuing a fireman’s tournament with around 500 dollars already subscribed by hotels and businesses. He signs off inviting the Stonewalls to return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Americus
Griffin
Georgia Loan and Trust Company
Americas
Grifin
J. I. Mack
Consumption Cure Recipe Promises Wide Relief
An elderly physician claims to possess a vegetable remedy for consuming diseases and other lung and nervous ailments. He offers to mail free of charge the recipe and preparation directions in German French or English to any requester, with his Rochester New York address and date noting the 1936 notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East India
Bach
W. A
Rochester
N. Y
Lost Calf Near Magnolia Dell Found With No Owner
A calf wandered near Magnolia Dell about a week ago. A nearby colored man found the young animal alone with no sign of its mother. It has been taken in and cared for while inquiries fail to locate the owner. A brief classified ad also notes piano rental from Jas Proctor & Co.
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Magnolia Dell
Dyspepsia Cure Claim Attracts Attention
A fragmented health note claims a doctor presents a cure for dyspepsia within twenty four hours. The text mentions a pharmacist or clinician and suggests medical remedies, but the details are unclear and the source text is garbled.
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J. M. W. Peel
Jane Graham
John Graham
Jnc. A. Uobb
Siother
New York
Torn B
Shaws
Railroad
Smashup
Savannah, Dublin and Western
Savannah News
Sam Hill
Docstor
Bibb
Griffiite
John
SHAW
Chickering
Rent
Jas
Proxer & Buo
Dean Ste
J. Waxelbaum & CO
Proprietors OF the
J.L. Mack
Griffin, Ga
J. L. Mack
Buchanan & Bell
STERN
Simon
Harris.& J
Harris & James
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