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Newspaper

Jackson Argus

Location

Jackson, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 22, 1898

Page

5

Jackson News Briefs From The Local Park County Star

Jackson boasts more bicycles than any town of its size in Georgia. Sixteen regular army soldiers passed through en route to the Atlantic coast. A minor accident injured Miss Estelle Price’s finger at the factory. Local social notes report visits, shopping trips, and marriages. Court sessions in McDonough and plans for a common Sunday School picnic are noted.

Jackson Georgia Regular Army Atlantic Coast Estelle Price

Fresh Dove Hams and Breakfast Bacon at Allen and Co

Mr. Oscar M. Reed visits Jackson on College avenue and plans to return to West Telmouths Maine next Wednesday. Report of three or four possible smallpox cases near Towaliga emerges but lacks verification at this office.

Allen & Co Oscar M. Reed Jackson College Avenue West Telmouths Maine Towaliga

Carmichaels Sarsaparilla Renovates Local System

Local notices mention Carmichaels Sarsaparilla as a superior blood purifier. Miss Elia Pound, recently ill, is recovering at her mother’s home on Third Street with friends hoping for her swift return to health. Levi Ball appears unopposed for treasurer as reported by The Argus.

Elia Pound Flippen

Col Candler Passes Through Jackson Monday Afternoon

Col Candler was seen in Jackson on Monday afternoon. The community is reminded to bring a basket for Memorial Day observances and to attend the upcoming events.

Col. Candler Jackson

McCallum Moves Home as Lyons Street Gains Notable Residence

Mr J H McCallum relocates his old house on Lyons Street to clear the way for a handsome two story residence on the wesent home-site. Jackson is noted for attractive and desirable new homes as the city grows.

J. H. McCallum Lyons Street Wesent Jackson

Berner Delivers Gubernatorial Talk in McDonough

Citizens attended a speech by Col. Berner in McDonough discussing gubernatorial campaign issues. The speaker is praised as an outstanding Georgia political figure and supporter says his governorship would bring pride at home and abroad. Allen & Co. advertises early vegetables and fruits calling readers to inquire via Phone 34.

Vellar Harper of McDonough Jackson Col. Berner Berner Georgia Allen & Co

Carmichaels Sarsaparilla Promoted For Diverse Ailments

The item touts Carmichaels Sarsaparilla as beneficial for boils carbuncles cancers old sores scrofula eczema secondary and tertiary syphilis rheumatism liver disease and general debility of the nervous system. It notes a likely future masonry hall to be built in Jackson on the old site before year end and committees are examining costs.

Jackson

Doctor Bryans Sets Windmill On Second Street Lot

Dr. R. G. Bryans buys a windmill and installs it on his Second street lot. The 45 foot high tank will supply water to his vegetation and flowers, protecting them from the summer heat.

R. G. Bryans Second Street

Spring Goods at Moon Store Promised by Fannie Brady

Go to B. F. Moon for spring goods and sprag dress fabrics. Miss Fannie Brady offers helpful service for customers seeking new outfits.

Fannie Brady B. F. Moon’s B. F. Moon

Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad Promises Reward and Endorsements

An advertisement offers a hundred dollar reward for an incurable case of catarrh and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure. The copy includes endorsements from local druggists West Truax Walding Kinnan Marvin and claims the remedy works systemically. Price per bottle is five cents and testimonials are said to be free.

Hall J. Cheney & CO Props Toledo F. J. Cheney West & Truax O. Walding Ohio

Lanp Calls For Fair Campaign In Butts County

J H Lanp appeals to voters of Butts County to run a fair race and accept the outcome while noting his limited campaign time due to crop duties and fewer kin networks than opponents. He pledges to serve if elected, work hard, and uphold the county’s best interests.

The Argus J. H. Lanp

Minute Cough Cure touted as lifesaving for children

A vintage advertisement proclaims Minute Cough Cure as the infallible remedy for coughs colds croup bronchitis grippe and all throat and lung troubles appealing to parents with life saving claims for children.

W. L. Carmichael & Co

Death of Pepperton Child Leads to Burial at Hampton

Four year old son of Mr. Jim Maxwell of Pepperton died last Tuesday night and was carried to Hampton on Wednesday for burial.

Jim Maxwell Pepperton Hampton

Newt Harmon Seeks Return as County Tax Receiver

The Argus highlights Newt Harmon as a candidate for tax receiver. He has served one term and is praised as one of the county’s best officers, with many voters likely to support another term in recognition of his faithfulness.

the Argus Newt Harmon

Browns' Iron Bitters Cited For Cures In Old Theory

An old concept claims impure blood causes most diseases and Browns' Iron Bitters is offered as a remedy. The text notes the theory was used twenty five years ago to justify the formula and asserts numerous cures by the household remedy sold by all dealers.

No-To-Bac Quit Tobacco Ad Poster

An advertisement touts No-To-Bac as a quick cure for tobacco use claiming 400000 cures and weight gain in ten days. It offers 50c or 1.00 priced bottles, a free booklet, and promises mail delivery from Sterling Remedy Co. in Chicago or New York.

Ad. Sterling Remedy Co Chicago New York

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