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Newspaper
Americus Weekly Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1885
Page
5
Ed Ansley markets a line of watches and jewelry at Fricker's with new eyles, plus premium cigars from LeRoy Myers Co. in Savannah. The noted Ryconpea Gift Distribution includes ten boxes of cigars as part of a busy sale scene.
Local notes describe Cuthbert paper plans on the 18th, Fricker's stock, Wheatley’s promotions, and a bike of community events. Reports cover the ALS drill, betting on the jail defense, new postmaster rumors, and a Columbus murder trial linked to an Americus clerk named Jackson.
After a full hearing before Judge Fort in Leesburg, the temporary injunction restraining O O Clay from selling goods bought from Dickson and Vigal was dissolved and the receiver discharged. Goods must be turned over to Clay, but the Sheriff stands at the door with attachments for several thousand dollars, keeping the store closed during the costs. Meanwhile Wheatley’s Stores advertise unprecedented low price goods to attract shoppers.
Mr Albert Rees, recommended by Congressman Crisp, was yesterday notified of his appointment as Postmaster at Americus. He recently left a position at the new national bank in Savannah and declined another offer, with no immediate post office changes expected.
An advertisement promotes Prairie Farmer under Orange Judd as a weekly, practical family journal. Editor and Manager at Chicago, Judd delivers illustrated content, Houserhold Department, and reliable information. Subscriptions reduced to 1.50 per year with two months extra free for 1886 readers, plus free specimen copies.
Early Tuesday morning Dr J B Hinkle, en route to a country patient, hit a large stamp near Mr A D Gatewood’s property. His buggy overturned, he became momentarily trapped but escaped with only minor injuries and walked to the patient’s house before being driven home. The horse fled toward home after the incident.
A spirited display features hats, bodices, and skirts from Joux R Saaw Bree and Enonie Valea lines. Vendors showcase dress buttons and versatile millinery creating a lively shopper’s panorama at the city fairground.
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