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Newspaper
Americus Weekly Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1885
Page
10
In a Wednesday vote across County, Repoliben jocoaxs coLmen and surrounding areas approved an ordinance to prohibit the sale of liquor within their borders. The town notes growing insurance activity and a push for safer practices while local merchants face economic strain amid a dull trade period.
Dr C A Estabrook of Atlanta advocates a large excursion of Ohio and Georgia farmers to Atlanta to view lands in Middle and North Georgia. He emphasizes practical farming over politics and urges communities to assemble delegations by December 5 to meet visiting farmers and show suitable lands with favorable terms.
Henry Mathis, a Black laborer on the Moore place near Americus, died suddenly after an epileptic convulsion. An inquest found the death not caused by a leg wound from a prior shooting by George Williams. Dr. G C Brooks testified and the jury paid him twenty dollars.
Died Friday morning Tamron son of Mr and Mrs T N Hawkes An angel from Heaven took a wee child-angel frail and fair- into eternal rest The home of earthly parents filled with sorrow The second note reports a fire at Wiley Carters place near Friendship within a wagro cabin where a man is said to have burned to death with few details available
A reader from Mr. J Ivins displays fresh produce from his garden on November 20 noting fifteen kinds of vegetables fit for table and a doorstep full of flowers. The writer stresses that ordinary care and climate allow year round gardening with multiple crops, citing New York visitor impressions and Southwest Georgia climate as proof.
Anecdotes from a circus yesterday recount a pistol trade threat to a black man who warned to avoid concealed weapons. Henry Welboro, a prominent Black resident, recalled an altercation and a lion joke about meat for the animals. L. B. Bosworth’s porter was struck by a flying canvas during a side show, leaving his face marked.
Adjutant-General Stephens appointed a State Advisory Board for the military under the act. The board includes Lieut Col Peter Riley of Savannah, Lieut Col M Wiley of Macon, Lieut Col W L Sheppard of Columbus, Lieut Col J O Printup of Rome, Capt W W Gordon of Savannah, Capt J W Clarke of Augusta, Capt J O Simmons of Sparta, and Capt T N Woolfolk of Albany. The law requires four field officers and four captains.
In the 15th district a cabin on Mr. B. H. Wilkinson's land burned Friday night. Lucy Gilford and her five children occupied the home. The two older children escaped with two siblings, while the two younger, aged about six and four, perished. Neighbors arrived too late to help.
Gene Bright recounts the Uchee people along the Federal road from Fort Hawkins to Columbus, their paradise cleared to grow crops and hunt, the westward removal, and tales of Chofee the Indian Doctor who chose white life, learned healing arts, and died aged about seventy five near Fort Perry with his medicines used in modern remedies.
Report from the Adams Wilson frolic notes a large crowd of young and old enjoying a pleasant evening. The attendees describe the event as a fine affair with no one leaving early.
A garbled excerpt catalogs varied images and phrases from daily life. It references gatherings, people of different colors, mothers and children, and everyday items like bread and tea. The piece drifts through themes of humanity, debt, and longing, ending with a note on effort and loss.
A quiet Thursday night wedding united Jon T. Argo and Misa Lena Couneil at the bride’s father’s residence with Rev. A. Campbell officiating. Only close relatives and intimate friends attended. Argo, a rising local businessman, was praised for his industry and sales success. Guests presented numerous gifts including water set, silver pickle stand, water-lott, napkin rings, and other valued tokens from friends and family.
A report claims Will Jackson, captured in California, was brought to Mason and escaped with help from friends. A Recouper reporter spoke with P. M. Brainberry who denied the claim, saying Jackson is still in Los Angeles and safe there. Authorities plan to retrieve him when available.
A boy threw a brick at a passing down train on Monday smashing a large glass window in the ladies coach and scattering glass. The gravel train conductor seized the boy and placed him in custody.
A fair warning from local authorities informs that overdue taxpayers must settle dues by December to avoid delinquency status. The notice stresses that those who have paid already are clear, while others face collection actions if payments are not made.
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