The Recorder and Weekly in Americus Georgia News
The Americus Recorder and Weekly publish during the year with the Recorder issued every morning except Mondays at 50 cents a month or six dollars a year. The Weekly Recorder appears Friday mornings at one dollar per year, notes broad circulation in Sumter and surrounding counties and reports on politics including Gordon and Pickett, the Piedmont Exposition opening, and local real estate activity.
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Tariff Law Allegations Of Pocketed Gains And Calls For Tariff Champion
The piece argues that key tariff and silver bills enriched insiders including Senators and publishers, with postmaster Wanamaker cited for profiting from tinware pre tariff and a pool profiting about 90 000 to 1 000 000. It predicts higher prices for necessities, cheaper luxuries, and urges a Democratic tariff champion to mobilize farmers and workers against Republicans.
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Henry W. Grady
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Cooks Shortage Drives Wages Up Across Americus Area
The city faces a cook famine as building boom lifts wages for all labor. Unskilled workers earn 1 to 1.50 daily, while cooks are scarce and often paid high rates. A local landlady plans to quit over the shortage, prompting talk of importing Swedish workers to handle housework as an experimental solution.
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Axecorper
Americus
Schley County Alliance Senates Opposition to Gordon
In the Schley County News last issue the Schley County Alliance at Ella ville on Oct 2 passed a resolution stating they do not favor the election of John B. Gordon for United States Senator. The resolution also requests publication by the Schley County News and the Southern Alliance Farmer. TH. Wilkinson, Secretary County Alliance.
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REconpER Census Prediction for Sumter Representation
The REconpER predicts Sumter could win three representatives in the next census among six counties, needing a population boost of about six thousand to reach the threshold. The forecast emphasizes shifts in county representation and the impact of population counts on legislative seats.
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Sumter
A UNITED FRONT ON TARIFF AND ALLIANCE POLITICS
A Georgia newspaper editorial urges a tariff for revenue only and a solid Democratic front against Republicans. It criticizes Boss Buck’s faction and calls for a Cleveland nomination if possible. Gov Gordon defends his Senate bid in a long letter addressing Alliance charges and money power fears. A Christian Endeavor convention notice from Marietta announces dates, delegates, and travel rates.
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Bull's Nulla cure for syphilis and skin diseases
A fragmentary reader note from Knapp, Lewisport endorses Bull's Nulla as a universal cure for syphilis, poison, and all skin ailments, presenting a bold and unhesitating recommendation with no verifiable medical support.
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Estill Celebrates 25 Years of Marriage and Achievement
Col J H Estill and his wife marked a quarter century of married life with a Friday night celebration on Oct 1. The Savannah press figure rose from a late wedding night scramble to own the News, run a bindings and engraving plant, and preside over multiple firms. He led the Georgia Press Association for two decades, earning statewide respect. well wishes from The Recorder praise his persistence and success.
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Tariff Furore Over Cigars Sparks Price Surge
The tariff hike on imported tobacco triggers steep cigar price increases. McKinley faces sharp criticism as costs rise for workers and the poor, with manufacturers passing higher duties to consumers. The piece argues the tariff mostly boosts profits for producers and reduces government revenue. It also notes the Columbus Enquirer Sun’s cotton baling advice to cut costs, suggesting larger profits for well baled cotton and a potential treasury boost for planters.
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Sumter County
Dooly County Gains Two Representatives After Populatio n Rise
The county will have two representatives in the legislature following new appointments. Population growth, led by Cordele known as the magic city of the pines, is cited as the cause. The RECORDER extends hearty congratulations.
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Dress Goods Rush at Low Prices in South Georgia
A local store touts a vast stock of dress goods silks broadcloths flannels and blankets with prices from 75 cents to 25 a pair. Henrietta cloths and Nottingham lace curtains featured as attractive offerings alongside silk and Madras curtains and portieres.
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