Official Paper City of Jackson
Public notice from Jackson Georgia dated August 10 1900 printed in the Official Paper City of Jackson informing residents.
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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1900
Page
2
Jury box purged of vote sellers urged by commissioners
A prominent jury commissioner endorses removing any juror known to have sold votes or influence in elections. The policy aims to cleanse ballots, deter vote selling, and set a national example if other counties adopt a similar stance. The backing official notes it will require backbone but promise a lasting benefit to the country.
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Argus
Dinkelspel
Kruger
Jones Guy Plans Big Tent Purchase for County Fair
Jones Guy intends to purchase a large tent for the upcoming county fair. The move aims to provide shelter and event space, supporting vendors and attendees during the fair dates.
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Jones Guy
Crank’s Boat Lodges in Upper Chattooga Waiting for Rise
A self taught boat builder in the upper Chattoochee region has launched a boat for a voyage to the Gulf. The craft is lodged awaiting a rise in water to continue the journey, drawing attention from mountaineers.
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Chattahoochee
Gulf
Wheat culture prize winner announced by W P Bridges
The Macon Telegraph plans a treatise on wheat culture by W P Bridges of Spalding, winner of the prize for the largest wheat yield. The work will be distributed as part of a patriotic service.
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Macon Telegraph
W. P. Bridges
Spalding
Farmer’s life shaped by hope and prayer for rain
A colored philosopher, cited by the Americas Recorder, remarks that a farmer’s life centers on hoping and praying for rain and then wishing for clear weather. The quote reflects rural perseverance and faith amid challenging conditions.
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Americas
Good Society Quoted Wits and Courtesy
A fragment from August Ladies' Home Journal extols wit that is kind and playful and information that knows when to be silent. It lauds good will toward both absent and present individuals as a mark of a refined society.
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Ladies’ Home Journal
Candidate promises 834 percent filing fee cut in Greene county
A candidate pledges a radical reduction in filing paper costs in Greene county arguing the cut rate approach brings cheaper officials and greater dissatisfaction. The message urges voters not to elect him, citing a laborer is worthy of his hire.
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Greene County
Two Representatives for Henry Assured
Henry County will show an 8,000 plus population increase over the last census securing two legislative seats. The county surpasses five counties previously entitled to two reps, making further gains unlikely for others. Official census totals arrive after fall elections and new representation takes effect in two years.
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Henry
Henry County
Old Henry
Murder Near Locust Grove Aided by Inquest Findings
Locust Grove Georgia August 6 a prominent Henry county youth Jack Gray was murdered Saturday night by two men named Lawfather and son after gambling in woods near the town. The body with a broken back lay beside the Southern railway track found Sunday morning. Coroner's inquest established the killing by the two negroes. liquor may have influenced the incident. Witnesses testified to Gray and the suspects gambling in the vicinity and bloodstains and signs of a severe struggle were found at the scene.
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Locust Grove
Jack Gray
Henry County
Gray
Southern Railway
Traack
Law
Miss Genevieve Baright Delivers Benefit Recital in Georgia
Miss Genevieve Baright of New York gave a recital at the Wigwam for Locust Grove Institute’s new school building fund. Assisted by violinist Signor A Frosoland and cellist Prof. Alfred Pauli, she impressed with versatile selections and refined interpretation. Baright will teach elocution at Locust Grove after studying in Boston. President Claude Gray praised the appointment.
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Genevieve Baright
New York
Signor A Frosoland
Alfred Pauli
Miss Baright
Baright
Georgia
School of Oratory
Boston
Locust Grove Institute
Claude Gray
Postponed Snapping Shoals Fourth Celebrated August 18
The Argus reports Snapping Shoals Georgia will hold its postponed annual Fourth of July celebration on Saturday August 18. The town invites all Butts County schools and Sunday Schools to join the program with singing and recitation contests for prizes.
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Snapping Shoals
Argus
Butts County
Farmers Institute Meeting At Butts County
The Butts County Farmers Institute will distribute valuable literature to members at the next meeting on Tuesday the 14th. All members are requested to attend and share in the distribution. T. S. Hammond, Pres.
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Butts County
Butts County Sunday School Celebration Aired Praise
The Sunday school celebration at the campground last Friday drew a good crowd and featured an engaging program led by president J. Matt McMichael, whose tireless efforts earned much credit for the event.
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Butts County
J. Matt McMichael
Visits of Misses Taylor to McKibben Brother
Miss T. V. and J. B. Taylor of Barnesville visit their brother W. M. Taylor at McKibben. Pastor Radan of Zion Baptist Church will baptize converts on the third Sunday morning and preach an anniversary sermon in the afternoon. Remember Wright Carter & Co will exchange vehicles for mules. If you have any surplus stock call on.
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T. V. and
J. B. Taylor
Barnesville
W. M. Taylor
McKibben
Radan
Zion Baptist Church
Wright Carter & Co
Miss Kittie Gordey Visits City With Friends This Week
Miss Kittie Gordey of Barnesville visits city friends this week. Miss Mary Robison of Dublin stays summer with her father E C Robison. Mrs Leofard and Mrs Hall depart for Lithia Springs. The Argus pledges help to local industries and offers affordable job printing with proofed work. Superior court meets in Spalding County with the prohibition election contest as a key case.
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Kittie Gordey
Barnesville
Superior Court
Spalding County
Mary Robison
Dublin
Mr. E. C. Robison
Robison Family Members Return From Milledgeville Visit
Mr. E. C. Robison and master Elwood returned home after a pleasant visit to Dr. W. R. Robison in Milledgeville.
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E. C. Robison
Master Elwood
W. R. Robison
Milledgeville
Troop Transport Stranded Off Cuba Bound for New York
The transport bearing the 5th U.S. infantry was stranded Tuesday off Cuba. It was en route to New York where the troops will proceed to San Francisco and then to China. Mr. E Williams has joined as a first lieutenant in the regiment. Mrs. Williams left home this week to join him in New York and bid him farewell.
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U.S. Infantry
Cuba
New York
San Francisco
China
E. Williams
Miss Annie Florence Watkins Visits Aunt
Miss Annie Florence Watkins is spending the week with her aunt Mrs. E. C. Robison, sharing time and family company in town.
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Annie Florence Watkins
E. C. Robison
Local Guests Attend Event at Eva Fox Manor
Mr J H McMichael of Louisville Georgia and Miss Emmie MecMichael of Jasper County are guests of Miss Eva Fox, attending a social gathering and reception at her residence.
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J. H. McMichael
Louisville, Ga
Emmie MecMichael
Jasper County
Eva Fox
Crumbley to Preach at Methodist Church
Rev. H. L. Crumley of the M. E. Orphans Home will preach at 11 o’clock Sunday at the Methodist church. His topic is the Greatest Discovery of the Century.
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H. L. Crumley
M. E. Orphans Home
Willis firm to occupy former Gresham store room
O. B. Willis & Co. furniture dealer and undertakers will take over the store room once used by Mrs. Gresham on September 1. The move marks a new tenancy for the premises and aligns with local business changes.
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O. B. Willis & Co., Furniture Deaser and Undertakers
School Bonds Certified and Secured in Jackson Vault
Mayor Beauchamp received the school bonds this week and they are all signed up and placed in the vault of the Jackson Banking Co ready for delivery.
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Beauchamp
Jackson Banking Co
Readiness to confess flaws hinges on others contradicting us
A reflective musing notes that people admit imperfections only when others are willing to challenge their views. It emphasizes vigilance for self-deception and the social dynamic of disagreement as a spur to honesty.
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Claimed To Cure Sores
Mrs Nannie Galleger of LaGrange Georgia applied Bucklens Arnica Salve to severe head and facial sores following frightful disfigurement. She reports quick cure exceeding all hopes. Sold by Harris Drug Co 25 cents with guarantee.
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Nannie Galleger
LaGrange
Bucklen
Harris Drug Co
Soldier's First Lesson: Subduing Self Precedes Combat
A military teaching emphasizes self-mastery as the initial skill a soldier must acquire before engaging others. It argues inner discipline shapes courage, restraint, and effectiveness in battle.
Bennettsville Editor Praises Electric Bitters Cure
Editor S A Brown of Bennettsville South Carolina recounts his wife’s severe dyspepsia and stomach distress. After four bottles of Electric Bitters she recovers fully gaining strength and appetite. The tonic is described as a grand remedy with gentle laxative effects for torpid liver and indigestion. Only 50 cents at Harris Drug Store.
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S. A. Brown
Bennettsville
S. C
Harris’ Drug Store
Criticism of Churches Not a Passport at City Gate
A viewpoint states that criticism of churches cannot serve as admission or passage at the gates of the city, underscoring limits on open critique in civic entrances.
When a church is a fountain of living waters
A compact reflection on church vitality as a source of guidance and renewal, suggesting spiritual nourishment flows from steadfast faith and community heed.
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Messrs
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Astounned the Editor
Edwards
M. P. Hall
Attorney At Law
Jackson, Ga
J. A. Jarrell
Almand Block
Drs
R. A. Franklin
C. H. Cantrell
Doctor Dental Surgery
Watkins
Castoria
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