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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1898
Page
4
In the Jackson Argus April 22 1898 editorials note war with Spain affects local politics Gov Atkinson ready to enlist and militia called The Maine court of inquiry cited by Senator Foraker is discussed Flanagan’s third trial set for April 25 and editor Sawtell’s improving health The piece ends with a reflection on a practical religion guiding daily life and honesty.
Atlanta editor B. M. Blackburn, who opposed the Democratic nominee for governor and the last Democratic presidential ticket, now runs for the party’s nomination in the Fifth district. The Argus questions the fairness of a candidate bolting nominations and doubts Blackburn’s right to vote in the primary. The situation is described as highly unusual.
The Argus endorses Judge M W Beck for another term on the superior court bench citing conscientious justice and notable ability. The bar across the circuit is expected to give unanimous support, with lawyers calling him among Georgia’s best judges.
Judge William A Poe of Macon a leading Bibb populist urges no state ticket this year arguing for unity with Democrats to avoid splitting the white vote. He says Populists will support Democratic nominees if primaries open and rules relaxed, urging Georgians to stand together in a crucial campaign year.
Jackson Georgia merchants announce new summer closing hours from May 1 to September 1 1898 closing times at six oclock on Saturdays excluded. Allen Co The Grocers C A Harwell A G Hitchins Jackson Grocery Company and others signers.
Mr. Will Newton has plans and specifications for a handsome two story residence to be built on his current lot one mile south of Jackson. Materials are being hauled and work will begin next month. Newton has one of the county's most beautiful locations for a home.
Mr. J. H. Carmichael will install an elegant bathroom at his residence on Third street and equip it with a convenient waterworks system.
An anonymous writer denounces a persistent pollution problem outside city limits and argues grand jury action is needed. He condemns the contraband trade and warns the offender of vigorous self-help measures, urging property owners to curb the illicit traffic.
The senate and house declare Cuba free and independent, demand Spain relinquish control, authorize full U S force if needed, and pledge to leave island governance to Cubans once peace is achieved. Fresh produce advertised by Allen & Co. with phone number 34.
Flovilla residents include W. P. Castleberry and Capt. M. A. Lindsey visiting towns. The Indian Spring church needs and rail work progresses. Local youth and professionals move in. a new hotel nears completion and the high school is thriving. Some residents discuss a military company and new doctors plan to locate in May.
April 26 will feature old soldiers reunions and public exercises in Jackson. Merchants will close from noon to 5 p m to mark the day with baskets and a civic program led by Judge Beck of Giffin as orator and Judge Boynton as guest of honor.
Charley Pitts who fled on three bonds totaling 150 dollars was arrested near Liberty Hill in Monroe county. He faced three misdemeanor cases in the superior court and was held in the county jail after being recaptured following a reward offer by bondsman I J Slaughter. Sheriff Beauchamp led the capture after Pitts returned from Alabama and was seized on a neighboring county's torpedo-plant trap.
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