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Newspaper
Americus Weekly Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1887
Page
4
The fragment recalls President Cleveland aiding farmers in Georg ia while papers like the Augusta Chronicle and Blakely News face survival challenges. It mentions Joseph Brown, tariff reform debates, and the Albany and Southwest Georgia pamphlets, plus Gen. Phil Cook’s Macon reunion and General Johnston’s monument donation.
Special to The Atlanta Globe reports Georgia’s Exposition drawing the largest crowds yet. President Cleveland receives ovations, Mrs Cleveland greeted with cheers, and Sumter Exhibit attracts universal attention. Old Harry Poole with dog and possum entertains crowds as judges delay county exhibit decisions until Friday. Weather damp but crowds unwavering.
Mr. J. E. Bivens reports strong Sumter County support for a premier prize at the Exposition. Captain A. C. Bell touts the county as having the finest exhibit and predicts first or second prize among thousands, noting large crowds in attendance.
A roundup notes Olivia Delaplaine’s rise as a New York society leader in Fawcetts story, Paul Hamilton Hayne leaving materials for a biography with Maurice Thompson, and Maurice Thompson’s doubt on an Ame yet for a full biography. Gen Lucius Fairchild will contribute a November piece on the G A R origin and work. The G A R is depicted as a benevolent group aiding the needy and focused on its mission.
Savannah Morning News lauds Judge D B Harrell of Webster for undoing a nearly $100000 loss to the state by repealing a railroad payment exemption. The House passed the bill 99 to 25. the Senate is urged to act independently and uphold justice. The piece urges Hon W M Hawkes to champion the measure for constituents and against improper railroad favors.
Trainloads from Atlanta bring six to twenty people back from the great Exposition. Capt. John A. Cobb reports Sumter’s agricultural display outshines Putnam’s, though awards were delayed. Locals expect Sumter to win first or second prize, with judges due to decide soon.
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Readers praise the Americus Recorder Illustrated Edition for its sixteen pages of prominent buildings and people, maps, and extensive information about Americus, Sumter County, and Southwest Georgia. Commentators from Augusta to Savannah call it a typographical triumph and a credit to the city and its publishers.
Albany News praises the Americus Recorder’s sixteen page illustrated edition. It highlights a custom map on the front page, praising Americus as a railroad hub in Georgia and calling the edition one of the season’s best. The issue features tinted paper, well written articles, and notable engravings including Julian Mack, an Americus alderman, with congratulations to the Recorder on its success.
Macon visitors next week should see Lanier House as HQ and notable exhibitors. Geo T Beeland offers a chance at a fine diamond ring with or without purchase. L P Hill runs the old Pugh Gallery with negatives and top work. E P Strong features boots and shoves. Wells Jr sells spectacles and eye glasses. The Maconina Store offers wide stock at unlikely prices. Kennesaw Bar and Restaurant serves meals. Edgerton House near the car shed offers cheap, good lodging. Josiah Manning's Rye claims old, pure whiskey. L L Lizaga, General Agent, Americus, Ga.
A reminiscence recalls spring 1844 snow ball fights during cantonment near Dalton when Gen Joe Johnston led about 10 000 troops in a mock battle before Old Joe. Georgia brigades often clashed with Tennesseeans in sham combats, then moved from comfortable quarters to Sherman's march.
State of Georgia Sumter County item lists unclaimed letters at Americas Post Office with names such as Mrs. Louisiana Allie Mrs. Mary Brown and others. It warns thirty days to call before forwarding to the Dead Letter Office and invites purchases of advertised letters by J C Roxey P M Americus Ga Oct 16.
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