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Newspaper
Savannah Weekly Echo
Location
Savannah, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1884
Page
2
The piece argues the Black vote will play a decisive role in the upcoming Presidential contest. It notes a fading Democratic slogan turn the rascals out and suggests the Sun views the cry as dying. The tone emphasizes a changing political landscape and the growing influence of African American voters.
The article previews a forthcoming Chicago convention described as one of the hottest ever in Republican circles. It warns the Negro element aims at an all out struggle, signaling intense internal conflict within the party.
The Galveston Spectator contributor Nelson sends a monthly journal noting it relies on broad public backing rather than political booms. He emphasizes steady, undivided community support as the journal's strength.
A historical note suggests the Payne boom may cause pain after fierce action. It hints at possible use of Standard Oil and compares the situation to a drowning man grabbing at straws.
A Gainesville gathering of representative colored men plans a Suhorox meeting to organize for the next election. The editors vow a sharp political war against both Democrats and Republicans when in the wrong. Also noted is receipt of the Baltimore San Almanac 1884, praised as complete and ready reference.
The Inter Ocean predicts a six month span sees an American pig root Germany and France as it asserts a nose like the animal knows its rights. The Freedmen’s Bank spectre looms as a scarecrow in political analysis for the coming Presidential campaign. Jacksonville Herald notes Florida colored men seek political freedom and asks if Republicans can head off the process.
A Salt Lake City Mormon boss Daniel Morris hanged himself in an old shed citing passages from the governor's message against Mormonism in Utah Territory. The piece urges Black voters to rally for equal rights and warns Republicans to meet the Negro vote in the upcoming campaign. Georgia Republicans plan a state central committee meeting and an intensified convention to pick delegates for Chicago.
The article notes that Logan booms are becoming common and may explode at any moment while the paper claims it is not taking stock in booms at present. It emphasizes a cautious tone and places Logan booms among prior events without asserting current tally.
The Echo will expand from eight to eight column quarto, doubling its present size and becoming the largest paper published by men of color. The change, driven by rapid business growth, marks a move to a new dress for the publication. A new rival emerges as the Atlanta Weekly Pilot arrives with strong backing and seasoned leadership led by Hon. Eugene R. Belcher.
The St. Louis Globe Democrat reports Col. Frank James is slowly recovering from illness. Harsh winter in Western Missouri delays travel, and a Florida trip is hoped for once he can be safely moved to join friends and the Democratic party.
A pamphlet titled The State and the Citizen of State by Rev J E Rankin D D is highlighted as a Thanksgiving Day sermon at First Congregational Church Washington on November 28 1883. It is dedicated to Justice Harlan for his stance in favor of colored Americans and discusses Civil Rights decisions.
The Cadets Fair and Bazaar proved successful, with organizers noting a strong turnout and positive reception. Funds raised and participant engagement reflected well on the cadets and sponsoring group.
The Jug Committee of the First Bryan Baptist Church plans a grand Oyster Supper at Chatham old hall on Monday night January 21 with admission set at 25 cents. The message notes new gas works testing on Thursday evening and electric lights becoming operational February 1. In December 1883 Savannah cemeteries buried 143 persons. The Eco church directory will be discontinued this week for corrections and alterations.
General Lee's birthday will be celebrated on Monday in Savannah with a grand parade by the white military companies, said to surpass all previous occasions in scale.
The Georgia Cadets of the Colored Military Academy plan a grand dress hop at McIntyre Hall on St Julian Street Tuesday night February 12. It is advertised as one of the finest events with more details to follow.
A U.S. Marshal sale of Isaac Hart deceased property in Mitchell County Georgia. The property is Lot 190 of about 250 acres in the 10th Militia District. The auction occurs before Savannah Custom House on the first Tuesday in March 1884. Samuel J. Armstrong sues Isaac N Hart and others in the Fifth Circuit Court of the United States Eastern District of Georgia.
Boston from January 18 1884 reports the Savannah and Boston steamer City of Columbus wrecked off Gay Head in a gale. The vessel carried about 147 aboard with 125 reported lost. Echo Agent W H Rosinson notes 15 colored passengers. Full details promised tomorrow.
An 1884 letter from Waycross reports drought relief, recent heavy rains flooding fields, and bitter cold. It notes deaths from freezing in Dougherty and a fatal amputation after a train accident in Waycross, plus violence in Thomasville and Albany. Brunswick seeks a new armory and a planned national bank. The piece mentions possible congressional maneuvers by Capt. J A Sykes and ends with a political sign-off.
Dr. Carver’s buffalo from the Savannah Indian show died in Columbus last week. Lent approaches in five weeks. Savannah police seek higher pay from $60 to $75 per month, with council expected to boost the force and potentially hire more colored officers.
A promotional notice praises a one dollar family newspaper as the best in the Southern States for 1884. It boasts weekly news, state and general coverage, agricultural articles, market and weather reports, and large circulation with prepaid yearly terms. Specimen copies offered free.
Ayers Saraparila is praised as a potent blood purifier and health booster. Ayers Hair Vigor is advertised to enhance hair growth and beauty, impart a lasting fragrance, stimulate the scalp, and offer enduring effects as a fashionable toilet product. Subscriptions to the Ecro are urged, with note of a Thornsville letter and a promise to include it next issue. All goods exchanges at L Fried's if not as represented.
Dr Knapp s drug store at corner South Broad and Jefferson offers a fine assortment of dressing cases odor cases cigar cases perfume stands French plate mirrors hair brushes combs nail and tooth brushes and a full line of pure drugs chemicals and patent medicines. Prescriptions receive special attention day and night. Lamp goods and fixtures in endless variety. The public s patronage is earnestly solicited.
Advertises a store at 154 Bryan Street between Whitaker and Inard offering items that sell elsewhere for 25 50 and 75 cents at ten cents each. All housekeepers in Savannah urged to visit Rosenbaud s Vid Stand at the location.
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