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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1913
Page
4
A compact exhortation praises local strengths and urges leveraging natural abilities and town advantages. It argues against underestimating small towns and notes Bethlehem as a historical example of a large impact from a modest place.
Postmaster General Burleson says presidential postmasters must prove real work time and dedication. He argues clerks and carriers work eight hours daily and postmasters should match that effort, urging a businesslike approach and insisting on active management rather than easy emoluments.
The Argus backs a local primary to choose a postmaster, arguing the chosen candidate should bend to public will, be courteous, and capable. It urges opposition to the old referee system and cites support from Congressman Bartlett and President Wilson as context for a people driven selection.
A Life editorial condemns lynching and mob violence across states, arguing public opinion must uphold the law. It warns that tolerating mob actions corrodes conscience and threatens social harmony, urging citizens to reject crowd-driven justice and protect legal order.
The piece argues patriotism is a daily virtue essential for community development. It highlights noble sacrifices in history and notes halls of fame as testament to public spirit. It asserts love of country should guide ordinary efforts, not just crises, to preserve rural America.
The article asserts agriculture grows with population and markets through credit expansion, noting life insurance strengthens policyholders credit, the basis of banking and business. It cites National Life Insurance Co of Vermont Mutual with district manager Robt. T. Carmichael in Jackson Georgia.
Frank Smith Carmichael and George Mallet visited in Atlanta Sunday. The outing involved local contacts and a brief social stop in the city.
George R Ridgeway, formerly the treasurer of Butts county, continues ill at his country residence, with local friends reporting his condition but offering no further details.
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