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Newspaper
Americus Weekly Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1886
Page
7
A fragment from a corner of a newspaper recounts a flirtatious scene and a new liquor store opening. Rylander's at Jake Israels’ former Cot ton Avenue stand is renovated and stocked. Mr. M Heimer opens a Montezums shop with a bar offering cigars and liquors at low prices and invites patrons to visit.
Oliver and Oliver built an exceptional omnibus for Capt. O. G. Robinson of Robinson House in Dawson. The vehicle, crafted entirely in their shop, is described as one of the finest seen and was driven to Dawson after delivery. The event showcases Americus activity benefiting nearby towns.
Will R. Jackson, convicted in federal court Wednesday, is sentenced to four years in Albany prison for sealing registered letters from the Americas post office. He pled guilty to two other indictments forging the postmaster's name on money orders and issuing money orders without payment. Judge Speer weighs additional punishment. friends hope for leniency.
A Brown and Rylander announce they will be present in Americus at Black's Corner to serve old friends with shoes mats umbrellas and related items, wholesale or retail. They guarantee repairs and quality work. The note mentions Pat Erskine, a wounded veteran noted for courage, with reminiscences of Civil War era events and a later move to Smithville.
The article notes cotton receipts at Americus exceed last year despite hardships. Through October 21, 1886 and 1895 figures show higher warehouse receipts, with growth linked to large warehousing and rail partnerships. Pooled Albany rail traffic may boost future receipts, enabling higher local cotton prices and restoring trade.
One dollar one year Walker returns to jail after being captured with Sheriff Feagin guiding the arrest. Walker admits guilt for assault with intent to murder and claims no mercy from the law though he expresses readiness to serve time and finish the matter. He blames George Cox for his arrest and vows retribution. He fled before and had been at large since.
A Columbus gentleman quotes J. J. Granberry stating elegant carpets are sold at 15 cents per yard cheaper than rival outlets. The remark highlights a bargain emphasis and potential price advantage in the local market.
A wealthy citizen rejected National Bank notes in favor of gold for a recent real estate sale, then accepted bank notes after gold was supplied. A first class shoe maker is hired for quick repairs at Bisch's old stand. A railroad worker on the Eastern extension of the A. P. & L. road badly injured a foot with an ax yesterday.
Deputy Marshal Raney arrests a prominent Américus County resident in Dooly for liquor without a license after a raid. He charges the suspect as revolvers and buckshot were found. the prisoner planned to defend against night visitors. Also, a note on SM Bile Beans promises relief for chronic headaches and sells nationwide.
Closing defense argued variance between indictment and proofs and attacked evidence. The jury found Jackson guilty on five counts and the judge sentenced him to four years at hard labor in the Albany penitentiary with mercy recommended due to age and petitions from his mother.
Macon Telegraph reports in United States Court that Will R Jackson received six years hard labor plus a $50 fine for forging a postmaster signature on money orders and for passing money orders without payment, following a prior four-year sentence for stealing from registered packages. Addie Falion, a colored girl under sixteen, pled guilty to altering a post office money order and was sentenced to three months in the house of correction or a $50 fine.
An elderly physician claims a vegetable formula can cure consumption bronchitis catarrh asthma and all throat and lung ailments and nervous debility. He offers to send the recipe free by mail in German French or English with directions to any reader who requests it and sends a stamp. Address W A News 149 Power's Block Rochester N Y.
One year One Dollar, Mr C C Stone, agent Warren's, at the depot, is ill with chills and fever. Doctor Fort hopes to find out all right in a day or two. Stylish Hata at Rylader's.
Captain John A. Codd and Col. Henderson’s Agriculture Commission observed Mason’s cotton picker in Sumter, noting rapid cotton collection from stressed plants, minimal damage, and potential future relief for planters. They cited machine open to improvement, with waste due to a minor mechanism flaw and drought sensitivity. The device, though promising, will not be publicly exhibited at Macon’s Late Fair.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve is touted as the best remedy for bruises cuts sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores and skin eruptions with a guarantee of satisfaction or money back. It is offered at 25 cents per box and sold by Dr. B. J. Eldridge.
State of Georgia Sumter County advertises a complete list of unclaimed letters remaining in the Americus Post Office. If not called for within thirty days they will be forwarded to the Dead Letter Office. Names include Annie Bindy Berks Collins Cook Chatman Cooper Campton and others.
A Saturday night fire alarm rang from the courthouse bell as theatergoers fled the Opera House. Police helped calm the crowd. Reported location was S. Mas Garral’s cotton warehouse. fire crews arrived swiftly but found no blaze. The odor from stage color lights caused panic. Continuous smoke spread through the area, yet the conflagration was averted.
We received a consignment of two cases of Prints. Prices range from 10 to 120 per yard. Short ends run from a to 10 yards. 100 Lord dresses will be sold at So per yard, or Gov is cut. Bargain of useful value never equalled. 8 M. Comsy, Bargain Store.
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