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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1897
Page
5
Notices list various local captions including Mr. Cape Harwell visiting in Jasper county, N. J. Har mop handling real estate, Allen & Co promoting yeast and pickled goods, and several residents such as Capt. John Mason and Col. Claud Ray visiting or conducting business. Also mentions eggs orders, a Boston Store prompt, and Jackson Buggy orders with remarks on building good work.
J A Burgess of H J Lamar & Sons visited Jackson Tuesday drawing favorable notices among locals. Clever Webb Fletcher also appeared in town while Mr Pate of Carmichael carriage factory spent Sunday in Atlanta. Mrs S H Morgan plans a trip to Decatur GA to visit Mrs John W Moore.
Mr. Charlie C. Smith, manager of the Star store in McDonough, visited Jackson last Monday evening as a guest of Mr. R. L. Daughtry. He is rapidly becoming one of Georgia’s leading merchants. In town, visitors are invited to stop at the Boston Store where Mr. P. Weber will greet them.
Allen & Co the Grocers offer brooms described as the best ever sold in Jackson with a bargain price of ten cents each.
Community notices report insurance settlement promptness for Morrison House damage with policyholder S B Kinard. Real estate broker N J Harmon advertises farm and town property services. Local stores Boston Store Hanes Jwelers Dingle Dell nursery Allen Co. and Dr Tichenor antiseptic featured. Judge A M Speer funeral noted.
Our people are glad to know that W. W. Mayo is now regularly elected on the Atlanta police force. Atlanta has no more honorable sober and conscientious officer than Marshall Mayo.
The Globe Store announces a two day opening of its millinery and fancy dress goods on April 8 and 9. It promises a record offering of beautiful goods and low prices to charm the ladies and astonish the oldest inhabitant.
Allen and Co. seeks 100 dozen eggs weekly while Ray and Ray offer money at 64 percent. Bob Lyons improves after illness as J J Thorntoon Co notes gains. Boston Store touts low prices and a large wall paper line. Helen Rogers Franklin welcomes son Herbert Franklin Jr. in Tennille.
The notice extols Dr Tiche nor's Antiseptic as healing wounds burns inflamed eyes sore throat and other afflictions and preserving flesh without suppuration. It mentions W G Thompson returning from a trip visiting several cities and invites readers to find a rival to win a year’s Argus subscription.
If you would have your watch perform satisfactorily have it repaired by Hanes Jeweler on 8th Street.
The paper cites that 8. B. Kinard represents the Philadelphia Underwriters Fire Insurance Co. The firm supposedly holds assets totaling 15 009 982 00 dollars, claiming to be the largest insurance company in the United States.
Messrs. R. L. and H. L. Daughtry and families are enjoying a visit from their good mother.
A reader notes the Novelty Shop opposite the Cleveland Hotel and mentions visiting friends in Atlanta. Mrs R L Daughtry is seen at Pepperton Cotton Mills at six, with a crowd leaving as workers end the day, signaling bustling local industry.
Hanes the Jeweler advertises selling clocks and offers Dr Tichenor antiseptic at 50 cents a bottle with free usage guidance from W L Carmichael Co. Bob Etheridge touts a red letter two week clothing trade while stating he and his clothing merit it.
A Boston Store promotion urges shoppers to save money by completing their trades there, framing the store as the best place for value.
Advertises 20 000 stalks of sugar cane available for sale at the buyer’s chosen price. Inquiries directed to Y A Wright for details and contact.
Jackson praises Douglas Watson who rose to prominence at the University of Georgia. The Griffin News notes his upbringing in Griffin and being named after a News and Sun editor as influential factors.
The speaker praises Albert Beaman as a sharp tailor who can instantly select a suit from stock, presenting proper style and quality at the right price. He describes Beaman as entertaining and persuasive, a man one would like to know.
Advertisement proclaims a topical compound rivaling Dr Techenor's Antiseptic for healing flesh wounds in humans and animals. The Sherman firm, Sherrouse Medical Company of New Orleans, Louisiana, markets the product as a reliable antiseptic remedy.
The Argus notes the Jackson carriage factory and J R Carmichael receiving continual orders for the Jackson Buggy from distant places. The celebrated buggy widens its market as demand grows and the factory advances from success to success.
Mrs A J W Peek returns to her home following a pleasant visit with her daughter Mrs Dr W C Bryant. Millinery openings are expected to be great and attract shoppers.
The Argus will move into its new quarters tomorrow. Hamp Daughtry’s Star Store supplies a sought after suit. Star and Globe stores, the New York Store, and several smaller ads fill a week of job printing and half page to full page advertisements, touted as the handsomest in the state.
Advertises Dr Tichenors Antiseptic as a versatile remedy for wounds burns sore throat inflamed eyes and related ailments. Describes it as a clean pleasant liquid cooling soothing comforting and delightful in its effects.
We are not building buggies but selling them. Another car load just arrived. There is no other concern that buys buggies in car load lots, hence we can sell buggies at dealer prices. Call to see us when in need of a vehicle of any kind.
The Pepperton Cotton Mills report strong demand and plan to install 24 additional looms to bring the total to 184. Officials say prosperity is evident and hope it continues.
A brief note asks readers to try Dr Tichenor’s Antiseptic when injured or involved in a shooting incident to stop bleeding and aid healing.
The article states fruit is badly damaged by a recent cold snap. The supply is severely cut off and the remaining fruit will be imperfect, signaling a short and uncertain market outlook for the region.
The law firm Mills & Bailey dissolves by mutual consent as both partners, T. M. Farlow and others, pursue independent practice. The firm announces an unrelated sale notice for insurance goods described as durable and reliable.
The report praises Pepperton for a first class standard Cotton Mill with superior fire protection and up to date machinery. An insurance man notes Pepperton offers one of the lowest insurance rates in the South, despite there being larger mills.
Col. Y. A. Wright plans a big cane opening next Saturday to sell juicy cane stalks at 4 cents each. He invites the public to secure seed from his cane bed during the event.
Mr. Jas L Yopp came back from New York where he travelled for the Globe Store and reports the rush ended, bringing what he calls the grandest bargains of the season.
Farmers seeking Muriate of Potash can buy it from J. B. Settles at The Star Store.
The Jackson Knights of Honor report a revival with members obligated at the last meeting and plans for future pledges. The lodge has gained new life and its momentum is rising rapidly.
The law partnership between B. P. Bailey and M. M. Mills is dissolved by mutual consent this day March 27 1897. Bailey and Mills signed the dissolution notice.
Dr. John W. Harper arrives in Stark to practice medicine after graduating with distinguished honors from Atlanta Medical College. The community lauds his endorsements and welcomes him as a citizen and physician.
Cotton seed hulls loose 20 cents per hundred. hulls baled 20 cents per bale. Cotton seed meal 1.00 per hundred pounds. Apply to the Jackson Mill.
The Argus reports the death of W A Elder Sr of Indian Springs, a respected county and state hotel man, noting his popularity and the sorrow in the community. The notice adds the county has lost a valuable citizen and that a longer obituary cannot be published at this hour.
A gentle family horse available for sale aged six years. Suitable for a calm riding experience and suitable for beginners or riders seeking a dependable mount. Inquiries welcome to arrange viewing and discuss price.
A historical city financial report lists numerous payments and receipts. Entries include merchants, servants, and service providers such as J J Wooten, Jackson Merco, Fennell Co, G W Kinsman, Moon and Co, and J H F Reeves, with taxes and insurance noted. balance on hand and disbursement total shown, approved by H L Daughtry and filed by Joseph Jolly.
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