Jackson area personals note lively week of visits and travels
The column lists numerous visits and greetings in Jackson and surrounding towns. People from Marietta Dublin Barnesville Monticello Flovilla Indian Spring Athens Griffin and Eatonton visit Jackson area residents. Social calls include exams of railroad schedules and a Flotilla Cornet Band concert at Jackson Institute with proceeds supporting the library.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flotilla Cornet
Jackson Institute
Robert B. Thompson
Flovilla
Family Reunion at Duke Farm Near Stark
A reunion at J. H. Duke Sr. residence near Stark gathered about ninety relatives and friends. Photographer J. B. Guthrie photographed a forty seven member Duke family group, as children and grandchildren mingled with marbles, songs led by J. G. Kimbell Jr., and a generous dinner. Attendees included David Mayo and daughter and Wm. Mayo of River Dale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Duke Sr
Stark
J. B. Guthrie
Mr. Duke
J. G. Kimbell Jr
David Mayo
Wm. Mayo
River Dale
Wanted 10000 Second Hand Bags of Corn Bran Guano
Wanted 10 000 second hand bags of corn bran or clean guano in good condition. No cat bass wanted. Jackson Orn Mite.
Delegates Named for Congressional Convention at Indian Spring
A list of delegates appointed to cast votes at the congressional convention to be held at Indian Spring on August 28 for Hon. Robert Whitfield, R. M. Fletcher, Tem. Ch'm Dem, Ex. Com. B. Co. J.C. Bell, W. M. Mallet, A. H. Smith, Dr. W. C. Bryant, H. C. Thaxton, J. G. Kimbell Jr., Geo. W. White, C. B. Knowles, W. D. Jolly, A. H. Ogletree, Geo. Collier, J. W. Minter, B. H. Rawls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indian Spring
Robert Whitfield
R. M. Fletcher
M Dem
Com. B. Co
J.C. Bell
W. M. Mallet
A. H. Smith
W. C. Bryant
H. C. Thaxton
J. G. Kimbell Jr
Geo. W. White
C. B. Knowles
W. D
Good Farm for Sale Near Jackson Georgia
300 acres in good condition and well improved offered for sale on a public road to Indian Spring. Price described as cheap. Buyers must call J. G. Thompson in Jackson Georgia. August 9, 2nd month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
Indian Spring
J. G. Thompson
Gia
A Home Blessed by Adopting Family in Georgia
A Curly haired boy named Alfred left the Methodist Orphans Home in Decatur Georgia last week after about a year there. He now resides in a Christian farm home elsewhere in Georgia and is described as the home’s baby by fellow orphans. The home, hosting about forty five children, serves orphans from across North Georgia and receives generous gifts from supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epitors Argus
Alfred
Methodist Orphans’ Home
Decatur
Georgia
North Georgia
Direct Application Remedy Sold by W L Carmichael
Do not rely on internal remedies for female diseases. Common sense calls for a direct external treatment like Orange Blossom sold by W L Carmichael.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L Carmichael
Narrow Escape Decoys Fisher Family At Towaliga River Bridge
Prof. H. M. Fletcher his sister Miss Neva Fletcher and Miss Mary Duke fell from Glenns bridge on Towaliga river when the horse backed the buggy into the water. R. M. Fletcher rescued the two young women as they were trapped under the buggy. All escaped with bruises and wet clothing. Mary Duke lost her hat and watch chain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
Prof
H. M. Fletcher
Neva Fletcher
Mary Duke
Glenn’s
Towaliga River
Mr. Fletcher
R. M. Fletcher
Miss Mary
Jackson Argus sprints through town with updates and races
The Jackson Argus prints local notes from Gunns store remodel to a lively foot race. a Holiness Camp Meeting opens. Harold Higgins leaves for Atlanta. a push for new residences and club headquarters. politics loom with S P McCandless chosen to run for Senate. community gossip and satire fill the column.
Orange Blossom Female Remedy Sold by Carmichael
An ad notes Orange Blossom as a common sense female remedy that draws out pain and soreness and is sold by W L Carmichael.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Carmichael
For Sale Bargain Piano at Half Cost
Fine standard piano near new 71-3 octave best make. Sold for half price with term options: one third down, balance in 6 and 12 months. Delivered free in full tone and guaranteed. Apply to Jos. R. Wright Star Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos. R. Wright
Star Store
Grand Jury Named for Areva County Term
A table of jurors from last week’s Areva issue shows a capable Grand Jury ready to diligently serve in the Superior court term. The paper asserts the jury will publish presentments properly in a readable form and that the county should cover the cost, ensuring public access to legal documents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Areva
Superior Court
The
Argus
Reverend Bell Denies Claims on Indian Springs Talk
In a letter to the press, Rev. W. T. Bett says he never told any reporter he spoke of Indian Springs as alleged. He invites concerned readers to visit Jackson M. E. Church parsonage to hear what he did say in Atlanta.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold Higgins
Atlanta
Douglass, Thomas & Davidson
Gate City
Mr. Epior
Indian Spring
Indian Springs
Hell
M. E
Jackson
W. T. Bett
Alessia W. J. Vaughn
Taylor Buttrill
Mr. Buttrill
Taylor
Mr. Vaughn
O B Willis Sewing Machine Repairer Listed
O B Willis is described as a sewing machine repairer re builder and adjuster with satisfaction guaranteed or money refunded. All work is done at J F McKibben's furniture store in Jackson Georgia. 2m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. McKibben
Jackson, Ga
Monuments and Tomb Stones Ad by Griffin Marble Co
J E Weaver agent in Jackson Georgia advertises monuments and tomb stones from the Griffin Marble Company noting workmanship and urging orders. Local readers are directed to contact Weaver for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Griffin Marble Company
J. E. Weaver
Jackson
Almond Moon & Co Opens Luxurious Room and Office
Almond Moon and Company unveils a new well finished room with maple interior and a bronzed wire enclosed office. Welborn has been painting the space, and the firm displays a $20000 silver cash register as it plans to capture the fall trade.
McCarthy's Magic Liniment Sold by Dr Car Michael
An advertised liniment named McCarthy's Magic claims to cure rheumatism neuralgia headache toothache and various pains. Sold under guarantee by Dr W L Carmichael with assurances of full satisfaction or refund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCarthy
W. L. Carmichael
Voice of the town echoes in lively social chatter
A sprawling column recounts names and antics around Jackson including Charlie Gresham’s sharp speaking voice, romances and rumors about Lee Smith Jim Hilly and others, a running mule tale, photos and flirtations, social hours at the Loafers’ Club, a professor’s envelope moment, and Guthrie’s legendary appetite with boarders humorously noting his meals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlie Pinckney
Lee Smith
Bob Thompson
Billy Potts
Steve Kinard
Harold
Steve
Ed Huson
Loafers
Guthrie
W. G. Thompson
West
Miss Virginia McKie Hired as Jackson Institute Music Head
Oxford Mississippi educator Miss Virginia McKie is engaged to lead the Jackson Institute Music Department for the coming year. Letters from Chancellor R. B. Fulton and others praise her high character, social standing, and exceptional piano and vocal teaching legacy with experience at Martha Washington College and Isbell College in Alabama.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia Lee McKie
Oxford
Mississippi
Jackson Institute
McKie
R. B. Fulton
University of Mississippi
Jas. C. Blasingame
Zubulea, Ga
Methodist Church
Conkey
Conservatory
Cincinnati
McKrie
Board of Control
Isbell College
Alabama
Miss McKie
Miss .McKie
Jackson items mix rail, crops, and business news
The column notes busy times in Jackson with changes on September 1, the railroad continuing business, a predicted cotton factory in two years, and calls for watermelon delivery. It mentions Dr. Wrightsman arriving at Indian Spring, local business upgrades, a Sunday School association event, and community notices about a missing dog and local politics.
Stock To Pasture For Sale Inquiries At Morrison House
A notice offering several head of stock for pasture reads by G. M. Lattig at the Morrison House. It highlights good grass water and shade as the pasture conditions and invites inquiries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. M. Lattig
Morrison House
Photographers Capture Heads Through Headline Edge
Two young ladies visiting from Griffin Georgia posed with their heads through a torn newspaper at a local gallery. They later discovered the paper carried a bold ad for a clothing firm below their smiles stating Our pants are lined in the seat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Griffin
News and Sun
Atlanta
Catarrh Cure Sold By Dr. W L Carmichael
McCarthy's Catarrh Ointment cures catarrh or money refunded. Sold by Dr. W L Carmichael.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCarthy
W. L. Carmichael
Praise From Shorter College President for Jackson Institute
Dr. Battle president of Shorter College at Rome praises Jackson Institute as one of the best in the state. He would admit a pupil from Jackson to any Shorter class, noting the institute’s prepared students. He commends the school’s thorough reputation, broad course of study, and alignment with approved plans from top educators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Battle
Shorter College
Rome
Jackson
Shorter
Jackson Institute
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New York
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Mamie
Hattie Buttrill
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Charlies ,‘Inckney and
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Athens, Ga
Paul Roberts
Irene Roberts
Monticello
W. Allen
Mr. Strohbar of
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Mr. Strohbar
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Perk
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Mattie Douglass
Flotilla
Eva Lasnett
Mont Eagle
KE. A. Stevens
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Claude Speer
Jim Kinard
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Pierce Bell
Florine Cooper
LaGrange
Carrie Hitchins
Third Street
W. Z. Kelly
Huson
Ed Lawson
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Alma Ellis
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J. H. Holifield
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Harry Death
Singer Machine Co
J. A. Eakes
J. C. Blasingame
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Jackson Orn Mite
A'Rgus
Gunn, Potts & Co
Jim Thorntons House
Jim Lazy
Charlie Bartlett
Fayette and
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Metropolis
Pocahontas
W.G. Thompson
Charlie Smith
John McCallum
Coon
Congress
Ed Lockett
Carmichael Company
Tariff
Lord
McCallum
Cohen
Dr. Bryan
Darkey
Anl
East Tennessee
Sit Fast Club
S. C. McCandless
Peoples Party
Walter C. Beeks
Spalding County
McCandless
P. P
W. T. Bell
O O. B. Willis
Almond, Moon & CO
Charlie Gresham
Junior
Jim Hilly
Troy Laundry
Ephors Arrgus
Professor Thompson
Douglass Watson
Inquirer
Ed Carmichael
Y. A. Wright
Will Wright
Will
William
Reese Thaxton
Hampton
Reese
North Pole
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Jackson, Flovilla & Indian Spring
McCord’s Mill
C. G. Fennell Company
Knights of Damon
Eorrors
LeRoy Moore
Beauchamp
Oye
Travsig
P. R. Wrightsman
Lanark
Ill
Clifford
Wrightsman
Clifford House
Indian Spring, Ga
Thompson Bros
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