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Newspaper
Americus Weekly Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1886
Page
6
A reader from Dontx Georgia writes in defense of Representative Charles F Crisp against critics. He highlights Crisp's congressional service, integrity, and district-wide representation, contrasts Crisp with W T McArthur, and urges Laurens to support Crisp while rejecting McArthur. He also cites local figures and calls for unity across the district.
The writer disclaims partisanship in the Georgia governor race, recounting his recent visit to his old home as personal and unrelated to campaigning. He claims Stewart county voters are divided, notes Bacon and Gordon support, and says an editorial misrepresented him and could mislead Stewart’s voters. He cites Lumpkin and local loyalties among former Bacon and Gordon backers.
A bookkeeper, A Pack, writes from Greenville praising Calisaya Tonic for restoring health and weight after debility. Westmoreland Bros advertise the tonic as genuine at $1.00 a bottle, with Ferguson & Miller as local users and J A & D F Davenport as wholesale agents. The Chattanooga Times seeks information on Gordon Bacon versus Shakspear era speculation.
Five residents of Portland Maine pooled to buy one fifth of ten Louisiana State Lottery tickets. They paid ten dollars and each selected two tickets at random. A telegram announced that ticket No. 25 244 had drawn one fifth of the $75,000 capital prize, to be shared among the group.
Colonel James H. Guerry declares his candidacy for Congress from the second district while at Randolph superior court. A renowned southwest Georgia lawyer and former Editor-General of the Pataula circuit, Guerry wins solid backing from Quitman, Randolph, and Terrell counties as he challenges H G Turner. The report notes strong expectations he may secure support to enter the convention with nomination strength.
Notices from readers praise Lemon Elixir claiming cure for indigestion biliousness and headaches. Testimonials describe personal and family health improvements and mention prices and sales points for the elixir.
Will be sold before the court house door in Preston on the first Tuesday in June 1896 between legal hours. The property includes a cream colored mare named Rhoda about eight years old and a bright bay horse named Buck about ten years old. Sold as the property of A. R. Smith to satisfy a meritain favor of the Peoples Nation.
Nancy Saunders executor for Septemus Saunders petitions for Letters of Dismission. Court cites all interested parties to show cause by July term why letters should not be granted. Handwritten notice dated April 5 1886 by W H By Ordinary.
A neat residence featuring five rooms and good conveniences, offering practical comfort and convenient layout. Suitable for households seeking a compact, well equipped home in a desirable area.
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