Americus Recouper and Daily Recouper Advertised
The Americus Recouper is issued daily weekly with the Daily Recouper printed each morning except Mondays at 50 per month or 16 per year. The Weekly Recorder appears Sundays at 1 per year, with advance payment. It boasts the largest circulation in Southwest Georgia across several counties. Communications go to H. C. Storey, Publisher.
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Americus
Werxig Recorder
Paya- Waim Advance
Georgia
Sumter, Lee
Terrell
Stewart, Webster
Bedley
Marion
Macon
Dooly and Wilcox
C. Storey
No Meeting Held by Sumter County Agricultural Society
A quorum could not be reached for the Sumter County Agricultural Society meeting in the old court house. Delegates to the spring State Agricultural Society gathering in Waycross were to be elected, but the session was postponed due to no quorum. The brief note also mentions hog-killing weather and a local marriage.
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Sumter County Agricultural Society
Old Court House
State Agricultural Society
Waycross
Weather and local notices from Americus Chronicle fragment
The article recalls a cold spell lasting about four days and notes the cold Northern wind that hit last Saturday night. It reports delays in clock repairs for Sumter County and that the local clock maker will arrive around December 15 while a Macon firm handles shipments. It mentions Mr. E. C. Doughtie shipping goods for Cox & Corbin from Macon. A Drayton man, Vincent, fractured an arm after a mule incident and received care from Dr. Wisdom. Capt. A. C. Bell sends a thank you with turkey substitute meat to the editor. A claim that clover can be grown here is supported by Col. Hawkins showing seven-leaf clover leaves, contradicting earlier beliefs.
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Sumter County
Texas
Americus
Mr. Vincent
Drayton
Dooly County
H. Hawkins
Central railway extension to Columbus rumored by Enquirer Sun
The Columbus Enquirer Sun reports a rumored Central railroad extension of the Buena Vista and Ellaville line toward Columbus. A director hinted work could start soon, but plans remain undisclosed. The notion promises cheaper coal and freight, yet delays could push construction years, affecting relations with nearby towns and the broader regional rail strategy.
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Columbus Enquirer Sun
The
Central Railroad
Central
Buena Vista
Ellaville
Columbus
Americus
Andersonville
Enquirer-Sun
Ellagilie
Thi City
Georgia
la Crosse
Dawson Journal
Terrell
Prominent Banker Goes Hunting With Lost Ramrod
A well known local banker joined a hunting party on Thanksgiving Day. He borrowed a breech loading gun and, after inspecting it, said the ramrod was missing. He planned to visit Rogers' gunsmith to have a new ramrod made, leaving observers unsure if he knew how to use the weapon.
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S Hamrod
Rogers
Secret Milledgeville Marriage Revealed Inferentially
The Milledgeville Chronicle foreman E B Cherry and Miss Aliee Goodman wed quietly on October 2 without public notice, after obtaining a license and meeting Rev. A M Williams. They kept the union secret until yesterday and then made it public, heading to their home in Lodgeville.
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E. B. Cherry
The
Milledgeville Chronicle
Misa Aliee Goodman
A. M. Williams
Lodgeville
A Smart Little Lady and a County Tax Ledger
The county tax books were sent to the Comptroller-General who praised their neatness and correctness. After J A Daniels died, his son took charge, aided by Miss Betty Daniels who at fourteen years old assisted her father for years and earned praise for her capable work in the public records.
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Comptroller-General
J. A. Daniels
Betty Daniels
Betty
Death in Lee Pioneering Resident D A Pettis
Death reached the city Monday morning of Mr D A Pettis a Lee county pioneer aged about 77 whose sudden death lastSunday night has no known cause He had never before been ill and was universally loved He leaves a family of grown children and many mourn his loss
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Lee
D. A. Pettis
Thin Country
Lee County
Pettis
Lfe
Shasbostyt
Maj W A Black remembered for public service and faith
Maj. W. A. Black, born May 1810 in Scriven County Georgia, died after a brief illness on Sunday. A Whig aligned public figure, he represented multiple counties in Georgia's legislature and served as a Creek War captain. Key roles included director and agent for the Southwestern Railroad and Americus postmaster. He was buried in Ellaville beside his first wife, with six children left behind. The obituary lauds his charitable nature, church faith, and community impact.
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W. A. Black
Maj. Black
Scriven County
Georgia
Monroe
Effingham
Marion
Sumter
Scriven
Schley
Marion County
Schley County
Macon
Florida
Southwestern
Americus
Cleveland
Methodist Church
Ellaville
Iehves
Texas
Mr W H Mathews praises Americus growth in illustrated paper
Still They Come Mr W H Mathews resident on city edge mailed an illustrated receiver to a Texas brother and received a note praising the paper. The writer calls it a beautiful publication and a fine exposition of a growing energetic city that with railroad advantages will gain new growth and bring Americusinto greater prominence.
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W. H. Mathews
Texas
Americus
Marriage in Lumpkin Bridges Americus Couple
Sunday morning at the residence of W W Stokes in Lumpkin, Mr W McLané of Americus and Miss Jennie Feagin of Lumpkin were married. Friends from Americus attended the wedding and will escort the couple home to Americus, where they will reside. The Recorpen extend best wishes. Fricker Bros announce a new line of silver ware and clocks for bridal purchases.
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L. A. Blatock
D. A. Pettis, Jr
Lee’ County
Dorcas Cobb
Tobe Cobb
Mr. Williamson
Lee
Lumpkin
W. W. Stokes
W. ©. McLané
Jennie Feagin
Americus
Fricker Bros
Robbery at Bosworth Grocery After Circus Runs Amok
In county, Sol Asrey handed two money rolls totaling about 510 plus 65 of Bosworth money to clerk John Walters for safekeeping until evening. Drawer unlocked during Bosworth’s post office trip. $510 in rolls, a $6 check, and a $50 order taken. Two cigar boxes of silver untouched above the drawer. Asrey nearly killed himself upon learning of the loss amid alleged circus-related thefts targeting several businesses.
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Sol. Asrey
L. B. Bosworth
John Walters
Walters
Mr. Bosworth
Safe Breaking and Court Actions Highlight Local News
A Davenport drug store safe was unsuccessfully targeted by a stranger with a chisel during a circus procession. The thief fled empty handed, leaving the tool behind. Mason & Hamlin pianos tout metal string fastenings improving tone and reliability. Judge Pillsbury presided over multiple cases sentencing Kendrick and Jones to the chain gang for larceny, with related arrests linked to courthouse activities. Jerry Jones received an eight month term for robbery. Jack Ross faces Dawson county charges for shooting at a colored woman.
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Davenport
J. W. Sheffield
Btevens’ Pottery
Pillsbury
John Kendrick
Carey Jones
Kendrick
Jones
Stevens’ Pottery
Holder
Stewart County
Superior Court
Pilabury
Jerry Jones
Chain Gang
Jack Ross
Jerry
Dawson
Jack
Farmers' Alliance plans Georgia state meeting in Fort Valley
Ellaville November 19 1887 delegates from multiple counties met in Americus to form a temporary Georgia State Alliance. They adjourn to Fort Valley December 7 to establish a permanent state body and to notify counties to send delegates, three per county. Secretary Citas D Adams explains compliance with constitution and Working Bulletin while defense of district organizers.
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Ellaville
Farmers' Alliance
Americas
Fort Valley
Georgia
National Alliance
The
Farmer's Alliance of Georgia
Citas. D. Adams
Soy Oats Plentifully in Albany News Advice
Albany News urges farmers to sow large areas in oats this season due to abundant ground moisture and a mild fall. It argues oats are cheap to grow, yield solid returns, and can bridge corn shortages after last summer floods. Fifty acres in oats pays better than cotton. peas sown in June add profit.
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Albany News
Thanksgiving Day Reflections On Gratitude And Family
A historical reflection on Thanksgiving public observance emphasizing gratitude to God, the value of shared meals, and the importance of family reunion. It urges proper observance and joy within reasonable bounds, noting the day as a public holiday dedicated to prayer and thanksgiving rather than penitence.
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Proorly
Merchants Observe National Thanksgiving Day
Thursday the 24th was set as National Thanksgiving observance by merchants who closed shops at 11 a m to join in the day. A large circus crowd left little money behind, with restaurants thriving while dry goods and groceries lagged. Local retailers warn the public about spending and note the event’s mixed economic impact.
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Ameria
Thornton Wheatley
Joan R. Snaw
J. W. Sheffield & Co
R. T. Byrn
J.C. Roxry
P. M
Sun
D. A. Coleman
Bee
Brown & Harrer
E. J. Elpripee
Pers
D. B. Hin
Simon Cones
Henry Soronon
Co. C, Hawkfixs
M. E. Barnes & Co
Americus
Recorder
Circus Day Aftermath and Pickpocket Report
A circus crowd on Granberry's corner saw a thief tug at Dr. J. B. Hinkle's gold watch and chain but failed to steal them. Circus town gossip notes a roaming gang of pickpockets linked to Sell Bros show, while the event earns praise as the best ever. Some impromptu restaurants profited after paying a city license. Uncle Harry Poole avoided attendance for fear of being exhibited as a curiosity.
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J. B. Hinkle
Granberry
Sell Bro
Boston
Harry Poole
Great Sale At RCOATS Store Continues Today
Fragmentary OCR reports a promotional sale at RCOATS store or Beatley’s with clothing and textiles. The notice mentions blankets underwear cloaks dress goods and continuing today at headquarters stores with contact lines for inquiries.
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Beatley’s
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E. Glessner
Postal Service
L. B. Wise
Webster County
E. C. Doughtie
Cox & Corbin
Jackson
Doughtie
Capt
A.C. Bell
Capt. Bell
Beuna Vista
Ellaville Road
Brown & Harper
Verious
W. K. Pilsbury
Lee Superior Court
Prof. Pilsbury
Mason& Hamlin
Mason & Hamlin
Mason ¢Amlin
Farmers’ Alliance
Port Valley
Ameriqua
Thaniagiens
Dr. Pierce
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