Boisterous Blacks Cause Circus Day Disorder Across City
A crowd of intoxicated Black residents disrupted circus day on the streets. Conductor altercations and a motor man firing in self defense left a wounded assailant. Police note several similar incidents as crowds caused disturbances, while most Black residents remained peaceful.
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Forsyth Street
Reese
Geddings
Jim Cloud
Cloud
Mr. Cloud
Atthia
Galt
Painful Accident Injures Local Rail Worker
Mr John Hartes hustler for the 8 A M road suffered a severe railway accident on Spring Street Crossing. After bringing down his engine he talked with the engineer when a moving train from Macon struck him. Hartes was knocked from the track with multiple injuries including a broken leg and a dislocated arm. He was carried to his boarding house and treated by Dr Westbrook and Dr Raines.
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John Hartes
Spring Street
Columbus
Number 13
Macon
Hartes
Elam
Westbrook
Raines
Advice to Mothers Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Use for teething pain
Advice to Mothers describes Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as a universal remedy for teething pain wind colic and diarrhea. It claims to soothe the child soften the gums and cure ailments with a price of twenty five cents per bottle.
House and lot for sale at bargain price
A short classified notice advertises a house and lot sold cheaply and as a bargain. The fragment hints at a sale option with a cheap asking price and potential buyer interest.
Two Happy Marriages Brighten Local Society
Two long awaited weddings occurred yesterday as Miss Mattie Hollis and Mr. Frank Lanter were joined in marriage by Rev. Dr. Mcerran at the Hollis home. The couple are praised for beauty, intellect, and social leadership. Earlier, Mr. T. W. Slappey and Mr. J. A. Hixon traveled to Macon to claim Miss Lena McCardell’s hand, with a reception at the bridegroom’s father’s home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mattie Hollis
Frank Lanter
Dr. Mcerran
B. P. Hollis
Miss Hollis
Lanier
T. W. Slappey
J. A. Hixon
Macon
Lena McCardell
Slappey
Man Aims at Selig Family in Leeton Potatoes Row
Mr George Selig and his son faced danger when Handy Rover a local hand swung a crowbar and threatened to kill them during potato digging at Leeton Rover grew violent then calmed and fled before police could locate him Selig avoided harm and urged city action against Rover.
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George Selg
Handy Rover
Mr. Selg
Leeton
Rover
Mr. Selig
Quarrel Ends With Cotton Hook Attack
A dispute between Will Robertson and Ike Walton over a trivial matter led Walton to strike Robertson with a cotton hook, causing a deep head wound. Walton appeared before the Mayor and was fined seven dollars and costs, or fifteen days on the streets.
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Will Robertson
Ike Walton
Robertson
Walton
Bull's Sarsaparilla in Skin Diseases
A historical testimonial from W. T. Pretie of Lewisport Kentucky declaring Bull's Sarsaparilla beneficial for long standing skin diseases. He asserts it clears the body fluids and implies physicians would acknowledge its value based on its composition.
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W. T. Pretie
Lewisport
Another Circus On The Way In About Two Weeks
A new circus titled French's new railroad show and menagerie will tour soon, promising a grand affair as suggested by a quoted Shakespeare line.
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Shakespeare
Presbyterian Synod Opens With Grand Address in Americus
Ministers and elders arrive for the annual Synod gathering in Americus. Dr G B Strickler of Atlanta delivers a celebrated sermon from Psalm 119. Meetings resume at nine this morning with talks on foreign missions by Rev M H Houston and Rev H O Dubose. Tonight Rev J T Plunket of Augusta preaches.
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Tuk
Americus
Dr. Adams
G. B. Strickler
Atlanta
Strickler
M H. Houston
D.D
Foreign Missions
H. O. Dubose
China
J. T. Plunket
Augusta
A Boon to the Sick and Odd War Relic Found
Dr King s Royal Germetuer endorsed by Rev J B Hawthorne and Rev Sam P Jones as a great remedy aiding cures in Atlanta where fifty gallons are consumed daily It promises to cure by building up from the first dose and offers certificates of cures One dollar fifty cents per bottle with one gallon yield Also noted is Dr Hall s discovery a rusty Joe Brown Pike relic from the Civil War found near Griswoldville valued by collectors.
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King
J. B. Hawthorne
First Baptist Church
Atlanta
Sam P. Jones
King’s Royal Germetuer Co
Ex-Press
Joe Brown
Dr. Hall
Hall
Griswoldville
Criticising a Young Lady and the Blood Erup tions
A dialogue mocks a young woman as flawed by facial blotches. Charley claims blood eruptions were cured by a “boss blood corrector” named P. P. P. The governor’s rheumatism supposedly improved after use, and Charley suggests Miss Daisy could benefit if given a pointer, noting drug stores carry it.
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Charley
George
Daisy
Americus Seeks State Fair Rotation Among Cities
In Atlanta a plan emerges to move the State Fair between Macon Augusta Atlanta and Columbus. Americus officials see benefit from hosting or aiding a site near streetcar routes, hoping for broad business backing to attract the fair and solve transportation concerns. The Recorder invites public comment.
His Horse Stolen From Mr. Roney Lot
Wednesday night J C Roney reported his bay mare missing from a secured lot after being fed and left loose. A search extended for miles with no trace. a $25 reward is offered for the mare’s return and another $25 for identification of the thief.
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J. C. Roney
Roney
Dr Bull’s Sarsaparilla Offered as Health Restorer
When sores break out, pimples appear, or you feel weak and debilitated, and the nervous system is shattered, Bull’s Sarsaparilla promises relief. It claims to be a superior health restorer for the whole system, safe for delicate invalids, and capable of saving thousands from a premature grave.
The Circus by King and Franklin Dazzles Town
King and Franklin's circus staged two performances to large, satisfied audiences. The show, not grand in size, offered many excellent attractions and strong features. Attendance was high, with both tents filled and crowds enthusiastic. It compared favorably in quality to Barnum in several acts.
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King and Franklin
Barnum
Abbott's East Indian Corn Paint Removes Bunions
Corna Watts and Bunions are removed quickly and surely by using Abbott's East Indian Corn Paint. The claim emphasizes fast relief and effective action for corns and bunions through a topical preparation.
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Corna
Watts
Bunions
Abbott
Great Victory Caps Democratic Sweep Across States
A sweeping Democratic victory reshapes Congress with projected 60 to 75 seat margins. McKinley and Foster lose as farmers press taxation changes, while Harrison faces bitter prospects and a sliced ruling coalition. The piece lauds democracy and tariff reform while urging the Republicans to be ousted.
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Protection
Kaneas
Ingalls
Ingalffe
Crisp
McKinley
Charley Foster
Calico
Ben Harrison
Hayes
Boston speakership stirs Massachusetts sentiment against McKinley bill
James B. Richardson reports a large Faneuil Hall audience in Boston applauding Congressman Crisp of Georgia as he denounces the McKinley bill. The crowd erupts with hats in air and three cheers for Crisp and the Democratic party. Richardson notes a stampede of all political persuasions toward the Democratic fold amid rising opposition to the bill.
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Nashville American
Massachusetts
James B. Richardson
Richardson Bros
Boston
Faneuil Hall
Phillippic
Congressman Crisp
Crisp
Richardson
Washington gloom as Democrats push for victory
A Washington correspondent reports the White House is filled with gloom as Republicans face a strong Democratic tide. The president foresees a Democratic plan to dismantle Republican leadership in Congress and win seats in 1892, with heavy spending against McKinley Henderson Gear Cannon in key districts.
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Washington
White House
Harrison
McKinley
Henderson
Gear
Iowa
Cannon
Ititnois
Nickel ores stir talk of war ships and markets
The piece surveys nickel ore deposits and potential use in U S shipbuilding, noting how strong ore could influence armor plates and battleship design. It mentions government interest in locating deposits, and reflects on political commentary and local real estate deals in The Rome Tribune.
To Join Hearts in Auburn Marriage Notice
Marriage announcement for Mr W L and Miss Sarah Leak Bivins of Auburn Alabama notes the ceremony at the bride’s home. The groom is introduced as a local business man, with warm wishes and congratulations from many friends for a happy union and enduring bliss.
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Hearts
W. L
Sarah Leak Bivins
Auburn
Alaban
Mardre
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J. C. Waddell
Waddell
Americua
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Tam Recorder
J.C. Roney
Democ
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Smith
Houn
T. Warren Aiken
Independentiam
Rome
John Ogburn
John Wi
J. A. Park
John Wineacre
Soha Wingh
T. W. Russell Et al
W.cton
East Americas
W. E. Brown
J. T. Argo
J.T. Argo
W. H. Pees
Church Street
W. H. Speer
Prince Street
R. M. Andre
R. GC
Black
Wiley @ acres
Seventeenth District
Bank of Southwest
Co Council
McGarrah
Jones and
Russell
Hollycrett
Jefferson Street
James Walker
J. W. Jones
Gs. Co
All Interest Inc CCC
America
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