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  New Georgia Encyclopedia: Americus
Americus, the county seat of Sumter County in southwest Georgia,
Americus reached a population of 17,013 by the end of the twentieth century, according to the 2000 U.S. census.
Americus weathered the Great Depression and World War II with the development of many civic clubs that were instrumental in the diversification of the local economy.
www.georgiaencyclopedia.org /nge/Article.jsp?path=/CitiesCounties/Cities&id=h-939   (1227 words)

  
 Americus, Georgia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Americus is a city in Sumter County, Georgia, United States.
Americus, Georgia, was named and chartered by Sen. Lovett B. Smith in 1832.
It was known as the "Metropolis of Southwest Georgia," a reflection of its status as a cotton distribution center.
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 georgia.gov - City of Americus
Americus is the county seat of Sumter County and was founded in 1832.
Americus, the masculine version of America, was named for the western continents, which in turn were named for Amerigo Vespucci.
The international headquarters for Habitat for Humanity is located in Americus.
americus.georgia.gov   (101 words)

  
 Americus Georgia bed and breakfast, Americus Garden Inn Bed & Breakfast near Andersonville, Plains, Jimmy Carter ...
Welcome to the historic Americus Garden Inn Bed and Breakfast built before the Civil War in 1847 and located on Rees Park within the beautiful residential historic district of Americus, Georgia.
As a visitor to Americus, Georgia, you will immediately notice what a wonderful escape it is from the "real" world of traffic and stress.
The Americus Garden Inn Bed and Breakfast is wonderful for a getaway, vacation, holiday or romantic retreat, for a birthday, anniversary or honeymoon.
www.americusgardeninn.com   (473 words)

  
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The award-winning, magnificent Windsor Hotel is the crown jewel of the Americus National Register Historic District.
The mission of Visions for Sumter is to foster and advance the causes which are beneficial to the youth and children of our county through a comprehensive, coordinated community effort.
Americus is the National Catalog Headquarters and location of two catalog outlet stores for The Tog Shop, a fine ladies apparel and footwear catalog in business since 1952.
www.americusgeorgia.org   (667 words)

  
 The Real Georgia - Attractions   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Through the remarkable efforts of the City of Americus and private individuals, the theatre has reawakened and opened a new era of enrichment to the lives of residents and visitors in Americus, Georgia.
Housed in a renovated 1920’s cotton warehouse are the largest, oldest, and rarest examples of tele-communication in the world dating from 1876 to the present; such as the early liquid transmitter from 1876, the first carrier to transmit speech, and a model of Alexander Graham Bell’s workshop.
Charles A. Lindbergh, the famous aviator, came to Americus, Georgia in 1923 to purchase his first airplane.
www.therealgeorgia.com /attractions.html   (1052 words)

  
 Housing Authority of Americus
The Housing Authority of the City of Americus was established in August, 1946.
The Housing Authority of the City of Americus HAA is committed to providing quality, safe, and affordable housing to eligible families in an efficient, ethical, non-discriminatory and professional manner.
The Housing Authority is a quasi-governmental organization established under the laws of the State of Georgia as authorized by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Americus.
www.americuspha.org   (267 words)

  
 Welcome to the Americus- Sumter County Chamber of Commerce
At one time Americus was the 8th largest city in Georgia and one of the first in Georgia to utilize electric street cars.
Downtown Americus is a classic example of the fanciful Victorian commercial architecture of the 1880's and gay 90's with just a touch of the 1920's.
The mountains of north Georgia and the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico are about equal distance from Sumter County.
www.americus-sumterchamber.com   (332 words)

  
 Americus Times-Recorder, Americus, Georgia - Your opinion: Oct. 17, 2006   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Rather, they began years ago when I became a member of the South Georgia Tech Foundation and continued when I was elected Chairman of the body in 1999.
Second, in the same edition of the Americus Times Recorder ironically there was also a letter to the editor from Michael Vollmer, who is Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Technical and Adult Education.
Vollmer points out, contrary to my opponent’s statements, that Georgia colleges and universities generally do not receive funding for dormitory construction in the state budget; rather, that money is from local foundations and public donations.
www.americustimesrecorder.com /opinion/local_story_289235049.html   (990 words)

  
 Americus, Georgia
Americus, Georgia, in Sumter county, is 34 miles N of Albany, Georgia and 116 miles S of Atlanta, Georgia.
It turns out that people in Americus tend to be educated, and a lot of them are college grads.
Of the houses, apartments, etc. in Americus, about 50% are lived in by their owners, not renters.
www.citytowninfo.com /places/georgia/americus   (374 words)

  
 City of Americus employment   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The City of Americus is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Police Officer.
Requirements include completion of High School or its recognized equivalent; must possess a valid Georgia driver’s license, must be 21 years of age, be a citizen of the United States.
Applications may be obtained from the City of Americus Human Resources Department, third floor of the Municipal Building, 101 West Lamar Street, Americus, Georgia 31709, or by calling (229) 924-4411.
www.americus-online.com /employme.htm   (157 words)

  
 Windsor Hotel - Americus, Georgia - History   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
As one of the leading capitalists in Americus and one of the ten incorporates of the new resort hotel, it seemed fitting to use the Windsor name.
In 1984, the City of Americus appropriated $107,000 from its general fund for masonry repair and painting.
It is believed that Americus was named for Amerigo Vespucci or "A-Merry-Cuss," the term used for those with a high-spirited zest for life.
www.windsor-americus.com /history.htm   (3767 words)

  
 SAM Shortline Excursion Train - City of Americus, Georgia
Historic downtown Americus is a classic example of the fanciful Victorian commercial architecture of the 1880's and gay 1890's blended with a touch of the 1920's.
Founded in 1832, Americus was a major cotton center in its early days and was the site of three hospitals for confederate soldiers during the War Between the States.
At one time, Americus was the eighth largest city in Georgia and one of the first to utilize electric street cars.
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 Attractions in Americus
The magnificent Windsor hotel is the crown jewel of the Americus National Register, Historic District.
Originally built in 1892, the Windsor was fashioned after the finest hostelries of late 19th century Europe.
A Lindbergh Memorial Statue is located off Ga. Highway 49 in Americus commemorating the first solo flight of the aviator at Souther Field Airport.
www.americus-sumterchamber.com /Americus.htm   (440 words)

  
 Americus bed and breakfast & inns. Find the perfect Americus B&B lodging on BedandBreakfast.com.
1906 Pathway Inn - Americus, GA Luxury and elegance await you at this beautiful English Colonial Revival style inn with a circular...
Americus Garden Inn - Americus, GA Stay in our beautiful 1847 mansion "where history meets romance..."
Also noted is the approximate distance from Americus, Georgia.
www.bedandbreakfast.com /americus-georgia.html   (118 words)

  
 Americus, Georgia bed and breakfast, -- Americus Garden Inn -- InnTravels.com
elcome to the historic Americus Garden Inn Bed and Breakfast built before the Civil War in 1847 and located on Rees Park within the beautiful historic district of Americus, Georgia.
This hidden jewel of Southwest Georgia hosts a myriad of enlightening, educational and
Upon entering the romantic, historic Americus Garden Inn allow yourself to be transported to a simpler time of simple pleasures: the aroma of fresh baked breads, muffins or biscotti, the sound of live piano music emanating from the parlor, freshly ground gourmet coffee, quiet time on the swing in the gazebo.
www.inntravels.com /usa/ga/rdamericusgardeninn.html   (340 words)

  
 Southwest Georgia Treasures ~ Americus & Sumter County
We invite you to discover this incredible area of Georgia known as Americus and Sumter County.
Were you aware that the birthplace of Habitat for Humanity was in Americus, Georgia at a biracial Christian community known as Koinonia?
Nostalgia surrounds you in Americus and Sumter County.
www.guidebookamerica.com /news/southwest_georgia_treasures/index.htm   (593 words)

  
 Americus, Georgia Bed and Breakfast - Americus B&B from Pamela Lanier   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Americus, Georgia Bed and Breakfast - Americus B&B from Pamela Lanier
Search our database of Americus B&Bs and you'll find detailed listings, current rates, and special deals for bed and breakfasts in Americus, Georgia.
Americus, GA The Americus Garden Inn is a romantic, historic pre-Civil War 1847 mansion with 8 spacious guestrooms each with king or queen beds, private in-room baths near Jimmy Carter, Plains and Andersonville.
www.lanierbb.com /americus-georgia-bed-breakfast.html   (147 words)

  
 Americus Times-Recorder, Americus, Georgia - Homepage   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The Fort Valley State University Wildcats put in a game effort, but it wasn't enough as the Hurricanes of Georgia Southwestern defeated the Wildcats 80-65.
This is a sample of the most recent forum topics in Americus.
These are the most popular forum topics in South Georgia from the last 15 days.
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 Americus GA Bed and Breakfast, 1906 Pathway Inn, Americus, Near Plains and Andersonville, Georgia, lodging accommodation
Americus GA Bed and Breakfast, 1906 Pathway Inn, Americus, Near Plains and Andersonville, Georgia, lodging accommodation
Our inn is a place where you can relax in quiet comfort and be surrounded by pure luxury and elegance, a place where you can renew your spirit, rekindle relationships, and create new and lasting memories.
Located in the beautiful award winning historic district of Americus, the 1906 Pathway Inn is the only AAA three-diamond bed and breakfast accommodation in the area.
www.1906pathwayinn.com   (226 words)

  
 Americus Georgia Network - by and for Americus, Georgia locals! - Home   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Americus Georgia Network - by and for Americus, Georgia locals!
Americus Georgia Network is the place for everything in the Americus, GA Area!
Americus, Ellaville, Plains, Preston, Andersonville, Dawson, Buena Vista, Leesburg, Smithville, Vienna, Unadilla, Cordele, Lake Blackshear, Montezuma, Sumter Co., Schley Co., Webster Co., Marion Co., Lee Co., Dooly Co., Crisp Co., Macon Co., Terrell Co.
www.americusgeorgia.net   (93 words)

  
 Americus Real Estate - Americus Georgia
You might be interested to know that Americus has a population of 15,893 and the average household income in Americus is $44,395.
Residents of Americus enjoy 45.5 degree weather in the month of January and 80 degree weather in the month of July.
The median age in Americus is 31.1 and the average household size in Americus is 2.45.
www.homepages.com /localpages/Georgia/Americus.htm   (131 words)

  
 Americus Real Estate Agents, Americus Homes For Sale, REALTORS and Americus
Find Americus school district information, including elementary, middle and high school test scores, student faculty ratios and other k-12 statistics.
HomeGain provides Americus, Georgia real estate information and resources to guide homeowners and homebuyers through the process of selling and buying a house, condo or other Americus realty property.
HomeGain has services to help you find a top Americus real estate broker or agent, get the value of your Americus home and a comparative market analysis (CMA), view Americus real estate and MLS listings, prepare your home for sale, and more.
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 Recipes from the Americus Garden Inn Bed and Breakfast in Americus Georgia close to Andersonville, Plains, Jimmy Carter ...
Recipes from the Americus Garden Inn Bed and Breakfast in Americus Georgia close to Andersonville, Plains, Jimmy Carter Sunday School, Habitat for Humanity
Some recipes from our home to yours for you to prepare and share with your loved ones.
This recipe is a great way to use all those over-ripe Georgia peaches.
www.americusgardeninn.com /recipes.html   (786 words)

  
 Medical and Nursing jobs in Americus, Georgia - MedHunters
The city of Americus, located in southwestern Georgia, was founded in 1832.
Americus is the county seat of Sumter County, and is located 37 miles (60 kilometers) north of Albany, 64 miles (103 kilometers) southeast of Columbus, 76 miles (122 kilometers) southwest of Macon, and 130 miles (209 kilometers) south of Atlanta.
We have jobs with these employers in Americus, Georgia
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 Americus Blue Tide
We emphasize the long term development of our swimmers and follow a gradual progression of training up to the elite level.
Over the years, Americus Blue Tide has sent more than 20 swimmers to the U.S. National Championships and nine to the Olympic Trials.
Angel Myers Martino was a member of the U.S. Olympic Team in 1992 and 1996.
www.americusbluetide.com   (92 words)

  
 Americus, Georgia (GA) Detailed Profile - relocation, real estate, travel, jobs, hotels, hospitals, schools, crime, news
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Recent posts about Americus, Georgia on our local forum with tens of thousands registered users:
Americus, Georgia business data: stores, dealers, real estate agents, wholesalers, restaurants...
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 Hotels Americus GA Hotels - Find Local Hotels in Americus GA US
The Holiday Inn Express Americus is the newest hotel in the historical town of Americus.
Welcome to Hampton Inn Americus, a brand-new hotel in the beautiful historical town of Americus, GA. The Hampton Inn Americus is located just a mile away...
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 Days Inn - Americus Georgia hotels   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
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 Honda Kawasaki SeaDoo of Americus, Americus, GA - Kawasaki, Honda - ATV's, motorcycles
Honda Kawasaki Seadoo Of Americus 109 Thomas Dr, Americus, GA 31709 hkoa@hondaofamericus.com
Honda Kawasaki Seadoo Of Americus is located at 109 Thomas Dr, Americus, GA. Our phone number is (229) 924-8298, or you can reach us at hkoa@hondaofamericus.com.
Honda Kawasaki Seadoo Of Americus is an authorized Honda Motorcycles & ATVs dealer, Kawasaki dealer, Can-AM dealer, ETON dealer, Sea Doo dealer, in Americus Georgia.
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