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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1896
Page
2
The item names candidates for local offices including Por Representative A H Ogletree and J F Carmichael for ordinary and sheriff J O Beauchamp. It contrasts Bryan Sewall Seab Wright and Tom Watson with populist and prohibition viewpoints and notes Francis of Missouri being offered secretary of the interior.
Thos E Watson emerges as a fervent self promoter with signals of presidential senate aims and strong rhetoric. Seab Wright is banked by Atlanta National Bank stock but chasing office amid Souths strong banking backdrop. Bourke Cochran delivers a speech and a mixed verdict on future Europe ties before November. A A Murphey of Barnesville enters race against Bartlett for congress as a reformist prohibitionist populist. Watson mocks cabinet roles while eyeing power and declines a casual cabinet post.
The piece argues prohibition gains in Georgia through Democratic ranks, warns against alliance with populists, and notes a future primary in Butts county two years ahead. It urges genuine Democrats to vote in October and cites a candidate announcement form as an example.
The piece condemns Nicholas II and the Russian court for a planned European tour funded by the public treasury. It warns of immense costs borne by an oppressed populace and contrasts this with praise for republican government in the United States. It cites coronation expenses and historic tyrannies to argue the constitution remains the nation’s anchor.
The piece argues three distinct tickets will run in Georgia for presidential electors from Democratic Republican and Populist parties. It predicts the legislature will choose the electors, urging unity and a large Democratic majority to safeguard the party’s control and future.
The report states populists will be allowed managers at voting precincts in October. In counties historically Democratic, populists will gain representation when votes are counted, and in populist counties they may share management with Democrats.
The message urges citizens to register within twenty days before the general election. It stresses Democratic duty to vote for party nominees, notes the law requires registration to obtain voting power, and urges signatures on the registration book to support the state ticket and county officers.
Secretary Hoke Smith of the Interior Department resigns to take effect September 1, citing his pledge to Democratic nominee Bryan and Sewall. The Mississippi-born Democrat is praised for reforming the pension list and saving $25,000,000, and he plans to campaign with speeches supporting the party. Cleveland commends his conduct and aides regret the departure.
The article discusses how electors are chosen in states with multiple elector slates, contrasting majority rules in Georgia and district voting in Michigan. It notes party stances on plurality versus majority, mentions Bryan and Sewall reading, and cites Dr. Candler's nuanced views on prohibition and populism with a reference to an event on October 7.
Solicitor Geo. R. Brown is praised as a potent campaigner for democracy in the state. His speeches are described as fact rich and timely. Col. Brown serves the state campaign committee and dedicates his time for the cause. His Jackson talk increased his local admirers.
The grand jury of Butts County reports on county officers books and treasurer’s balance, outlines repairs to the poor farm and jail, recommends salaries and new roads work funded by taxes, endorses road repairs near Flovilla and Towaliga river, and requests publication of presentments in local papers. It commends the county officers, superintendent L D McKinley, and solicitor O H Bloodworth, and thanks Judge Marcus W Beck.
Southern Railway offers low round trip fares from all stations to events nationwide. Destinations include Saint Paul Minnesota for the Grand Army Republic gathering August 26 to September 1 with Sept 16 extension. Indianapolis for the Democratic convention August 29 to Sept 1. Louisville for Sons of Veterans September 6 and 7. Nashville for Hoo Hoo convention September 7 and 8. Atlanta for Federation of Trades September 6 and 7. Dallas for I O F September 17 and 18. Lexington Kentucky for Kentucky Trotting Association October 3 to 5. Limited dates vary. one fare or extended discounts apply. Contact a ticket agent or travel secretary for details.
The Baptist Ladies Aid Society has booked John Roach Straton for an Evening of Laughter and Delight in Jackson. Straton, hailed as a top southern orator with strong humor, recently spoke at the Macon YMCA and toured southern chautauquas prompting praise from the press.
The grand jury finds $150 for the Ordinary's services over the past year is far too little. It argues the office demands more work and that the official deserves at least double the current pay to reflect duties to the county.
We offer a ready supply of stationary and can handle all job printing on short notice. Satisfaction guaranteed to every customer.
Plainly informs all indebted parties to pay as due due to the author’s poor health. The notice declares immediate settlement as final and requests prompt action to close outstanding accounts.
Two six month old fine setters seeking exchange for a well trained bird dog. Judge John S. Hall of Macon attends court in the city. Mr A H Ogletree serves as foreman of the grand jury. Warehouses ready to handle your cotton.
Uncle Alex Wilkinson reports Texas cotton crops are markedly short across the region. He says yields will be among the lowest in many years due to widespread damage in the state.
Miss Myrtle Pound leaves Jackson for Tifton to become principal of the music department at Tifton High School. Friends regret her departure while noting her piano studies in Atlanta and readiness to lead the department to the best of her ability. Fresh mackerel at Allen and Co's Chew Go. Cracker Tobacco for sale by C G Fennell & Co.
An advertisement praises Jackson mayor and city council for replacing wooden bridges with terra cotta piping to prevent repeated repairs. It argues benefits for Jackson and urges Butts county to adopt similar piping, noting sources A G Hitchins and Stevens Bros Stevens Pottery Georgia for the material.
A patient from Augusta Maine describes nervousness sleeplessness and memory loss improving after Dr Miles Restorative Nervine. He reports sleep appetite weight gain leg sensations disappearing and nerves steady after six bottles. The ad promises a satisfaction guarantee and offers pricing and mailing options.
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