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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1913
Page
4
Liquor Dealers Warn Webb Bill Hits Cincinnati Revenue
A Cincinnati liquor dealer claims enforcement of the Webb bill could cost the city 7 to 10 million dollars annually. He notes liquor men have argued prohibition does not prohibit and drinking has increased since laws were enacted. Prohibition, meanwhile, advances, with dealers pressing two opposing messages.
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Cincinnati
Where It Hurts: The Bleeding Of Towns By Mail Order Trade
The Argus notes money sent from Jackson and Butts county to buy outside goods rises or falls with local spending. A growing percentage hurts local property values and labor, while mail order savings erode community vitality. The piece urges residents to worry about themselves and support local merchants.
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the Argus
Jackson and
Butts County
Affidavit of The Jackson Arcus ownership 1913
The Jackson Arcus weekly in Jackson Georgia files an ownership statement under the 1912 act. Editor is E W Carroll with Mrs E W Carroll as managing and business manager. Owner is the estate of Mrs A H Shaver administered by H Y McCord of Atlanta. No bonds or mortgages. Sworn March 31, 1913 before S J Foster C S C B C Ga.
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Jackson Arcus
Jackson
Congress
E. W. Carroll
A. H. Shaver
H. Y. McCord
Atlanta, Ga
E. W. Carrol
Spring Pests and Idle Gossip in Town
A satirical portrait condemns a group described as Immortal Sons of Rest. The column mocks their sunning, meals, tobacco, and idle conversation, labeling them useless and disruptive. It suggests ways to curb their influence and notes potential revenue from selling seats at their hangouts.
The Town as the Source of Civilizational Blessings
A reflective essay extols the home town as the core of modern civilization. It argues that schools, courts, libraries, banks, mills, churches, waterworks, bands, newspapers and railways embody civilization’s highest achievements and urge citizens to take pride in their own city rather than envy larger ones.
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Atlanta
Webb bill wins in first skirmish at Richmond
In Richmond Virginia wholesale liquor dealers sought an injunction against the Southern Express Company to force acceptance of liquor shipments to South Carolina. Judge Waddill of the U S District Court denied the application.
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Webb
Richmond
Southern Express Company
South Carolina
Waddill
United States District Court
Chamberlain's $2s Over 24 Wever Fails
Fragmentary note reports a basketball moment where Chamberlain scores and an opponent Wever fails. It hints at a game or sale line with a “Buy it now” tag and possible pricing reference.
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Chamberlain
Frost's Magazine Debuts With Southern Focus
Capital Notes Atlanta April 3 reports The Call of the South as the slogan of Frost's Magazine, edited by Jonathan B. Frost of Atlanta. The publication plans Southern fiction and timely comment with profiles of beautiful Southern girls, aiming to boost regional literature. Calvin M. Hitch serves as Frost's first assistant.
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Atlanta
Mr. Frost
Senator Smith Talks to Georgia Democrats in Atlanta
During a stop in Atlanta on a home visit Senator Smith spoke to hundreds of Georgia Democrats in a parlor session. He urged unity behind President Wilson and dismissed dissension as sensationalism while signaling he would be a leading force in the administration.
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Atlanta
Gaa
Smith
Georgia
Wilson
House
Senate
Washington
Leader in Senate Aide to Cabinet Role Quoted
The text notes an individual aiming to maximize aid to the Senate while serving in a cabinet capacity, highlighting attempts to balance legislative influence with executive duties.
Flower Mission group seeks Ohio flood relief funds
In response to a call from Georgia W C T U state superintendent, volunteers organize a rapid contribution to Ohio flood sufferers. Donations should be delivered to the express office or given to Mrs J L Lyons for immediate collection.
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Flower Mission
Georgia
Ohio
J. L. Lyons
Quarterly Meeting Date Changes at Elgin Church
By order of Brother Walton the Quarterly Meeting at Elgin church moves from May first Sunday to April fourth Sunday. All are invited to attend Elgin on the fourth Sunday in April for the next Quarterly Meeting. J A Sprayberry P C
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Arcus
Brother Walton
Elgin Church
Elgin
J. A. Sprayberry
P. C
Public School Notice for Butts County Enumerators
The school census of Butts County will be taken in May 1913. The Board of Education will receive applications for appointment or election to the office of School Enumerators for the districts up to May 7, 1913. By order of the Board. C. S. Mappox, C. S. Supt.
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Butts County
Board of Education
C. S. Mappox
C. S
Potato Slips and Tomato Plants Offer from Forsyth Ga
Potatoes slips and tomato plants advertised with unlimited supply. Prices listed: $1.50 f o b Florida for slips and tomatoes, Bell Pepper and Egg Plants at $1.75. Contact R. M. Worsnam Forsyth Georgia.
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Florida
R. M. Worsnam
Forsyth
Expulsion Move Targets Rebellious Pupil in Newton Schools
Newton County schools led by Superintendent Martin plan to expel a persistently smoking boy. The Board of Education insists the school teaches morals as well as academics, shaping good character and upright conduct for future leaders.
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Newton County
Martin
Board of Education
Carlisle
Mr. Martin
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