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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1897
Page
3
Prof Dunovant argues against Jackson dispensary proposals. He warns it would substitute prohibition with county control, fail to curb illegal liquor trade, and threaten public morals, families, schools, and church. He urges voters to reject any plan that fosters vice and harms youth.
Advertising copy asserts biliousness stems from stomach trouble and claims Shaker Digestive Cordial cures indigestion. It emphasizes honest preparation with Shaker herbs and states the product is no secret with formulas on every bottle. Sold by druggists from 10 cents to 1 dollar per bottle.
Sunday a quarrel over gambling in woods on Mike Plymale's property near Flovilla led Young Johnson to return with a pistol and shoot a pursuer five times. The wounded man, Johnson, suffered three shots to the hand and a bullet to the side. Dr. A F White attended, and the assailant was reported in dangerous condition.
Last Friday evening Judge Carmichael refused to order an election on the liquor question. The petitioners failed to supply nine names of the required number.
All kinds of fresh spices are available at Allen & Co offering whole and ground varieties for cooks and markets.
The Messenger printed in Atlanta presents a bright profile of Dr. Whitaker, a leading Atlanta specialist. The Argus notes his popularity and includes his card within the issue.
The Argus reports material is laid for a new school house in Elgin. Corinth notes the community’s high educational spirit and Frank Thaxton is chosen as teacher, promising a quality program for the town.
A fragmentary poem contrasts Weyler's ruthless Cuba rule with a hoped-for Cuban freedom. It recalls a historic scene where the editor notes the chance of worldwide rejoicing after the hard-won victory and the end of oppression. The piece mixes nature imagery with political critique and a celebratory forecast.
A Confederate Veteran piece honors Sam Davis for refusing to betray his beliefs. The poem traces his choice to face execution rather than compromise, praising loyalty, courage, and steadfast honor in the face of death.
An advertisement touts Botanic Blood Balm as a universal remedy for rheumatism, catarrh, pimples, blotches, and impurities in blood. A physician, C. H. Montgomery, MD, testifies his mother recovered after twenty four hours and remains active, with sale through local druggists.
Last Tuesday the superior court sat all day with Judge Beck presiding. Attorneys Mills Hammond and Daniel of Griffin and Stone of Forsyth and Duke of Flovilla appeared for various motions in chambers.
Allen and Co offers full cream cheese in stock. Local shoppers can find the product at the downtown store with limited quantities and a possible restock later this week.
Local advert from R. H. Calvert promotes first class plain and ornamental painting services. He asserts skill in high quality work and claims that hiring him will be profitable for the client.
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