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Americus Weekly Recorder

Location

Americus, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1885

Page

2

Public sentiment shifts on railroad commission reform in Americas

A local discussion notes the Georgia exhibit move to New Orleans after the State Fair and reports on General Toombs condition. The House railroad committee favors passage of a Senate bill modifying the Railroad Commission law, reflecting a broad petition from about one hundred Americas businessmen urging reform based on experience with the current commission. The piece cites changes in public opinion, the lack of efficacy of the existing system, and calls for a healthier reassessment of railroad regulation.

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Sentiments of the People on Railroad Law in Columbus

The Columbus Enquirer Sun reports merchants favor a modified railroad law with a petition of 500 signatures urging the Legislature to allow railroads to set their own rates and to let both sides appeal to courts. The Macon Telegraph notes merchants support reform, while a House committee's effort to block the bill is questioned as political maneuvering. The piece also mentions a separate constitutionality case in New York.

Railroad Commission House of Representatives Senate Columbus Columbus Enquirer-Sun Macon Slo Atlanta Maéon Telegraph House Committee Reedae States Court New York

Colored Democrats of Virginia plan show of strength

A Virginia colored Democratic convention is called for Lynchburg on the 30th to openly denounce Republican outrages and back the Democratic ticket. The move aims to prove the South's colored voters are not inherently Republican and to express support for the party of their choice.

Democratis Sherman Ohio Wood-Palp Miller New York Virginis Telegraph Informa Us Lynchburg Fitzhugh Lee Virginia South

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Magnolia Balm both freshens and beautifies the skin, promising a clear complexion through its gentle formula. The ad asserts lasting effects and appeals to those seeking a simple beauty remedy.

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