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Newspaper

Jackson Argus

Location

Jackson, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1897

Page

6

French Organdies Discounted In Fine Assortment

A notice advertises a great assortment of French organdies, printed and plain, boasting unmatched quality and price. Items described as superior in both finish and value invite customers to compare.

Local Jackson Items Highlight Businesses and People

Forsyth lawyer Robt L Berner visited Jackson on legal business last Saturday. Potts Stewart Agents advertise cheap goods and close out stock. Miss Daisy Lee of Snapping Shoals visited the city this week. Allen Co offer the best flour and pickled goods. Jackson Oil Mill remains solvent and profitable. Dr Tichenor's Antiseptic promoted for wounds and throat care. W J Woods from Tennille moved to Jackson and is pleased with the community. Minute Cough Cure praised for quick relief. Macon lawyers Wimberly and Steed were in town on business. No court session at next term due to unfinished courthouse. Baptist protracted services ongoing under Dr G H Carter.

Castoria Recalled in Reassuring Advertising Tone

A nostalgic jingle notes Castoria as a remedy from infancy to motherhood. It traces years when a mother offered Castoria for a sick baby a crying child and for children later on. The ad-like line emphasizes Castoria as a trusted family tonic across generations.

Castoria

Forsyth Lawyer Seeks Private Property Sale Deals

Col Willinghan, Forsyth's lawyer, spent Saturday in the city on business. A broker claims property sales can be handled discreetly, with private buyers named by Harmon Real Estate in Jackson Georgia.

N. J. Harmon Jackson

City plans to pave streets around depot area

Civil Engineer C S Maddox surveyed proposed routes and found that excellent results can be achieved at nominal cost, signaling a major street improvement near the depot. The council emphasizes decisive action and thorough planning.

C. 8S. Maddox

Grocers Seek 100 Dozen Eggs Weekly

Allen and Co the grocers request a weekly supply of 100 dozen eggs. Dr J Lee Byron attends the state medical association meeting at Macon and is due back today.

Allen & Co J. Lee Byron State Medical Association Macon

Revival Sparks Across Griffin and La Grange Churches

Religious revivals are underway in Griffin at the Baptist church and in La Grange at the Methodist church, drawing many worshippers and community members to services.

Covington Griffin LaGrange

Beauchamp and Beauchamp Plan Homecoming Visit

Mr CG O Beauchamp Miss Ouida Beauchamp and Mr Henry Plunket left Wednesday for their Jackson home to spend several days. The Thomaston Times notes their trip aims to materialize ideas at the Novelty shop.

CG. O. Beauchampt Ouida Beauchamp Henry Plunket Jackson Thomaston Times

Local notes on church decorations and lodge events

The Methodist church enjoyed handsome decorations praised by attendees. McDonough Masonic Lodge held a lively Saturday night with one candidate initiated and another raised to Master Mason, aided by Dr. L. D. Carpenter and visiting brethren.

McDonough Masonic Lodge L. D. Carpenter Grand Lodge McDonough

John Crawley Returns From South Georgia Trip

John Crawley has come back from a visit to South Georgia but his health has not shown material improvement from the trip.

John Crawley South Georgia

Etheridge Adds Bold Coat of Paint to Residence

Mr. F. B. Etheridge has doubled the appearance of his home by applying a handsome new paint job.

Etheridge

Flovilla Man Honored By Court House Committee

Hon Wilson Smith of Flovilla participates with the court house committee this week as one of the most enthusiastic members of the commission.

Wilson Smith Flovilla Court House

Doctor Jarrell Plans Home Repaint for Permanence

Hanes the jeweler notes Dr. J. A. Jarrell will repaint his house to improve appearance and durability. The doctor is praised as one of the community’s best citizens and a model of permanence.

J. A. Jarrell

Hall's Catarrh Cure and farming praise in Toledo notices

One hundred dollar reward for incurable catarrh with Hall's Catarrh Cure. Endorsers testify to F J Cheney's integrity and ability. Cure taken internally. price 75 cents per bottle. Testimonials free. Also mentions Dr. Byron praising farmers and farming prospects in the region.

Hall F. J. Cheney & CO Toledo F J. Cheney West & Tirvax Waldin, Kinnan & Marvin

Hulls and Meal Price Notice at Jackson Orn Mill

Cotton seed hulls loose sell at 20 cents per hundred. Hulls baled at 20 cents per bale. Cotton seed meal priced at 1.00 dollars per hundred pounds. Apply to the Jackson Orn Mill.

Jackson Orn

To Paint the Baptist Church

The ladies of the Baptist church have raised funds to have the church repainted. This effort reflects credit on the ladies and their thoughtful, well directed efforts appreciated by The Argus. Rip Van Winkle's toast is cited: May you live long and prosper.

Bucklen Arnica Salve Sold by All Druggists

Bucklen's Arnica Salve advertised as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tester chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. Guaranteed to cure piles or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box.

Shin plasters recalled from past coinage by Daughtry couple

Mr H L Daughtry showed 25 and 50 cent shin plasters once used as change in the area. Kept in a purse 20 years until Mrs Daughtry, who found them recently, burned the purse to the couple after their marriage and now recalls the old days.

H. L. Daughtry

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Also Mentioned on This Page

Sackson A Dercantile Co Elis WePoHe Che Star Store Lappett Malls Robt. L. Berner Forsyth City Hanes Potts & Stewart Miss Daisy Lee of Snapping Shoals Allen & Co’s Jackson Oil Mill Dr. Tichenor W. J. Woods Tennille The Argus Wood W.L Carmichael & Co Messrs. Wimberly and Steed W.L. Carmichael & Co Butts Superior Court the Argus Jenkins Jasper County Mr. Jenkins Baptist Church G. H. Carter Col. Willinghan J. J. Lee E. E. Wolcott Blanche Lee Concord J. W. Beck Phaetons Surries J.J. Thornton & Co New York Chicago Carmichael Company PainKilter Perry Dayvis J.L W. L. Carmichael’s J. H. Miller Methodist Church Pic Dr. Byron Byron Royal Baking Powder CO Bucklen
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