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Newspaper
Americus Weekly Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1886
Page
7
Will B. Jackson, former assistant postmaster of Americus, departed for Albany New York to begin an eight year life term. He expressed hope for a speedy pardon or commutation and pledged to return to Georgia if released.
A fire at Forrest Street near Church at three o'clock Monday morning destroyed the J. C. Bryant building and its contents. Firemen arrived quickly but the blaze had gained headway before crews could gain control. The dwelling above, occupied by J. B. Lanford, was spared, but the origin remains unknown. Vigilance No 2 provided the only effective stream. Damage totals and further details are limited by the report.
An early note praises Americas as a strong wholesale market locates a broker serving retailers. In twenty days sales reach over 1500 dollars in cheese and butter. The piece argues Georgia cities south of Fern are ready for exclusive wholesale business, aided by expanding railroad facilities, predicting a thriving wholesale trade.
The United States Railroad Construction Company of New York has secured a contract to build and equip the Savannah Dublin and Western railroad from Savannah to Macon, 117 miles, in eight months. A branch Dublin to Averto cus, Ga, ninety miles, will be completed in fourteen months. George W. VanFossen, general manager, left Philadelphia today to commence work. The line will link Georgia cotton growth with Savannah steamship lines, promising major regional benefits.
The Malis Orde for the Eastern extension of the A P L secures right of way and accelerates work. J J Oliver starts grading east of the city. Twenty five miles of rails ordered with 20000 dollars paid. remaining due on delivery. Subscriptions should be promptly paid to push the project forward and boost trade from the East as Savannah Dublin Western likely to be built.
Captain Kline, Superintendent of the Southwestern railroad, had five wells along the Southwestern line analyzed by a Government chemist in Washington. The report, No 473, lists artesian waters from Albany Smithville Americus Montezuma and Fitzpatrick.
4 Card announces availability at the leading shoe store of Americus Black’s old corner. They offer Las in shoes, hats, umbrellas and related goods wholesale or retail. Also make and specialise. Open to old friends and acquaintances in need of footwear and accessories this winter season.
A columnist denounces a noisy Philadelphia sparrow and observes urban bird life, then tours the model farm of D. W. Bagley two miles south of town. Bagley reports strong cotton and crops despite drought, with a large goat and sheep ranche and ample fodder. The writer hints at social scandals among the city elite, promising further disclosures if needed.
Miss Lizzle eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs J Mera died yesterday morning after a long illness of consumption. She was a bright girl entering womanhood and her death brought sorrow to her devoted family. She was buried in Oak Grove Cemetery on Sunday at 3:80 o'clock.
Deputy Sheriff Will Feagin led a Friday collecting tour ending at sundown after foreclosing sixteen mortgages and levying on the wealth of as many crop owners all living on the same plantation. The article paints him as a fearless enforcer against evildoers, with rustlers and others fearing contact.
Rev C. E Randolph resigns from the Calvary Episcopal Church in the city and leaves soon. The congregation did not learn his next assignment or his successor. One year subscription rate quoted as one dollar.
Receiver Salomon Cohen reports rumors of capital secured to finish the Savannah Dublin and Western Railroad. He cites private talks with a director and an agreement with United States Construction Company. Next Friday sets the hearing on the Ferguson & Co. suit, with creditors seeking protection before any settlement.
In Lumpkin Ga October 36 a lively impromptu concert at the Corbest House featured Hill and Schneider presenting a Chicago Cottage Organ. Professor Corbett and local masters entertained Indies and gentlemen with fine music until a floor collapse caused brief confusion. The event ended merrily with praise for the organ, and hopes the dealers will soon tour nearby hills and valleys.
A Decem ber 1 press date is stated for a new postal card design at Rylander's. The design is described as simple with a vignette of Thomas Jefferson, a United States postal card header, and a slogan. An odd combination of ad copy about neuralgia headaches and health claims appears within the fragmentary text.
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