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Newspaper
Americus Weekly Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1888
Page
6
A fiery column defends tariff policy and warns against ill-informed public debate. The author critiques crude slogans, mocks opponents, and lampoons political and economic hypocrisy while railing against perceived special interests and urging fiscal prudence.
A Washington Star item recalls Corcoran's autograph album with a tale of Rufus Choate, backed by Daniel Webster, who cashed a $1000 note and split the proceeds. The piece also notes George Peabody letters and pension discussions as Gen. Sigel pays old war veterans. A Brooklyn widow over 100 yearsold will draw pensions into the twentieth century. The column ends with a tout for Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters as a treatment for rheumatism pain and various ailments.
Report notes firemen on the English steamship Tiverton now at Brunswick. The text also advertises Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething, claiming pain relief, gum softening, wind colic cure, and diarrhea treatment, priced at twenty five cents per bottle.
The message reflects a competitive race result with a decisive lead and gratitude for yearlong support. It emphasizes continued effort, high quality goods, and honest business practices. The writer pledges to consider future plans for 1888 and expresses appreciation for customer and community backing.
The message advertises an early morning sale with emphasis on quality and the lowest prices. It calls readers to call early to secure the pick of the selections. The note suggests urgency and a test of value.
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