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Newspaper
Americus Weekly Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1889
Page
4
Public notices summarize a public outcry sale of a wagon belonging to L H Henderson by Constable Cobb to satisfy a fire in favor W W Wheeler. The report notes a quarterly fire department parade and an appointment of Constable J W Cobb as bailiff of the County Court.
Gen A E Stevenson First Assistant Postmaster General under Cleveland visits Eufaula as Chicago World’s Fair site candidate. He is an old friend of Maj W K Glossner of the Reconpon. The article notes their long political battles and Stevenson’s influence in backing the fair proposal. In Atlanta, Rows Harper tops the School of Technology exam slate, excelling in mathematics, and is the local standout expected to draw praise from supporters.
Washington weather clerks warned of a cool wave that would drop temperatures to 45 or 50 degrees Monday night. The forecast proved accurate, bringing a sharp frost that ripened persimmons and suggested possums may be cooked.
On Saturday night Bill Williams, colored, fled with two jugs of whiskey from Brown & French on Cotton Avenue. A warrant was issued for his arrest yesterday morning and he was brought before Justice Adderton who bound him over in the sum of 30 to appear at the next County Court term. In default of bail he remains in the county jail.
Mr. A J Fleming of Fort Gaines announces a grand ball for October 22 in that town with Card's band providing music. Americus young people are invited to attend and dance with local youths. The ReconperR thanks Mr. Fleming and wishes readers a merry time. Capt Bascom Myrick lies critically ill in Gainesville from typho malarial fever with doubtful recovery. Mrs Myrick reports doctors doubt recovery given his frail state.
Our cotton planters are averaging at least five dollars more per bale than in the past two cars. While small for each farmer, the higher price means over a quarter of a million dollars added for the Americus area.
The Americas Ice Works ended operations Friday night for the season and reports a profitable year. They will reopen January first with ample ice on hand. A new store building is planned on Lamar Street at Cotton Avenue alley, behind George Wheatley’s store, in a prime location. Gov. Gordon names Capt. J A Cobb and Hon. Wright Brady as district delegates to the National Farmers Association meeting in Montgomery on the 13th and 14th. Weekly cotton receipts show a drop last week to 2,560 wagons and 1,005 rail, with year to date over 20,000 bales. Local efforts urge Sumter County residents to support a state fair exhibit, emphasizing Sumter’s reputation and product quality.
A five member committee led by M. Speer and including Dr. E J Eldridge J C Roney L J Blalock D C N Burkhalter and George Stapleton met to debate proposed changes to the new city charter and will forward corrections to representatives. A cotton bale fire at C A Bells ginnery on Hampton street was likely started by a match. the bale was largely consumed. A freight train mishap near Jennings crossing delayed the 8 50 AM passenger train by about three hours with no injuries. Wedding notices report Miss May Thornton of Americus to Mr William Chenoweth Hall in Denver last Wednesday. Hall is ex Secretary of State of Indian Territory now residing in East Lake City Utah.
AUERBACHs Newest shapes and patterns are in stock with exclusive sale. We offer a wide neckwear range including Neckties Collars Cuffs and Gents scarves. Visit 119 Forsyth Street for the Pearl Shirt and full outfit offerings.
Advertisement notes readiness to furnish fresh cotton seed hulls and meal from Americus Guano Company. Mentions Fleetwood & Co's drug store as a place for a good cigar.
The Hawkinsville steam boat line and Col. J. H. Hawkins of the A. M. road reached an amicable settlement in admiralty court in Macon. The dispute centered on navigation blockage by the A. M. bridge at Abbeville over the Ocmulgee River, harming Hawkinsville commerce. the bridge will be altered or drawn within two weeks to restore passage. The suit marked the first admiralty action filed in the Macon court.
Mr. George P. Stanfield was appointed manager by the superintendent on Saturday. He has been Mr. J. W. Turner’s assistant. Turner is ill and will return to Mississippi for rest until about January next. Turner is highly regarded in Americus for diligence. Stanfield is competent and will have an assistant soon.
A yard switch on the S. A. M. road at Jackson street allowed two freight cars to break loose on a steep grade. They collided with a switch and toppled over the embankment, narrowly missing the engine John A Cobb. The incident highlights switch troubles on the line and the danger of unheld cars. Lost Hi House near Ellaville: Aaron Hart’s dwelling burned Saturday night, kitchen origin, $1,000 loss, partial insurance. Hart has recently suffered a prior fire, and friends offer sympathy. Telegraphic receipts: Ellaville telegraph office is the best paying on Central south of Macon, September receipts near $800.
Pepestally attract ive line of New Shapes most popular styles. Large line of J. B. Stetson's Hats. Joan R. Straw proprietor Eagle Shoe and Hat Store. Flavoring Extract Lemon and Vanilla from fruit Cook's Pharmacy 489 Catton Avenue.
Court convened at 10 o'clock with Judge Fort presiding and Col. J. B. Hudson substituting for the sick Solicitor General Hudson. Lawyers from Americus to Columbus attend. grand jury foreman Boo Bell elected. criminal docket set for Tuesday or Wednesday. court expected to adjourn by Thursday morning. Local notices praise the Stallings House. cotton fields show unpicked bales. farmers complain of labor shortages. yields projected to exceed last year in Sumter and Webster. A bank statement lauds the People's National Bank under Cashier John Windsor and bookkeeper Will Furlow, noting rising deposits and strong Allied customer base.
Dr. Bosworth, noted specialist and surgeon in South Georgia, returned to Americus last week and began by cleaning his office after turning away patients. He resumes work, prepared to perform eye ear nose and throat surgeries, with local residents welcoming his return.
Obituary card announces Maj H Wechsler former Americus citizen died out of town. He once ran a dry goods and clothing business at the corner of Cotton Avenue and Forsyth street. Friends here will mourn his death. Also, Albert Crane, a government official in Washington, was seen passing Americus en route to a month long visit with his father and relatives at Friendship. He rarely returns home after years away.
An advertisement argues against prejudice toward Douglas shoes calling them light neat and well finished hand sewn items in multiple styles and prices. It promotes men women and children ranges from $2 to $5 with specific models and urges inspection by customers at 117 Forsyth Street under Jo a R. Straw proprietor Eagle Shoe and Hat Store.
The Sumter County Alliance held its quarterly meeting at the court house on Friday morning with strong attendance. They endorsed a State Alliance resolution urging manufacturers to use cotton sacks for shipping golds, corn, oats, rye, and all produce to farmers. The meeting adjourned with no further business. Oo, K. Lowk, Commissioner Merchant, inert, Ga.
A Perkins era column recounts Dr. Bosworth tending to patients during a supposed rest period in North Georgia, granting sight and hearing in several operations, while a fatal accident befalls the son of Mr. Usry near Ellaville. Other items note Weston property sales and local notices, including an obituary-like tone for a devoted healer.
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