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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1895
Page
5
Jackson residents note visits by Mrs. Henry Almernd and Mrs. J. A. Burpee. Prof. J. M. Johnston from Monroe county and Col. Y. A. Wright attended court events in Atlanta. Hanes the Jeweler promotes Christmas goods alongside reports of local births, farewells, sales, and market crowding at the exposition.
Center counters at the New York Store are loaded with toys and Christmas goods as the shop opens today signaling the start of holiday shopping and seasonal displays.
Mr. Schaffer James of McDonough visited the city on a social call to local ladies. J. E. Weaver killed a very large hog weighing 827 pounds this week, with others doubting hog-raising potential. Marshal Morris of McDonough stopped by THE ARGUS.
Marshal Harp encountered a drunken man on Sunday night in the city, who cursed and fired a pistol. The drunk was dragged to the lockup after a scuffle, then fined fifteen dollars by Mayor Byars on Monday morning.
Judge E T Pound to run a two week normal music school at Towaliga starting Monday the 9th. Tuition is two dollars per pupil for the two week session. Pound, a recognized vocal music authority in the state, offers a premier chance to learn singing.
The Carmichael Co. displays a perfect engine with one passenger coach on an elevated track, modeled after the New York Elevated Railroad. Col. M. W. McKibben describes a water-pressurizing device in his yard using a boiler-like cylinder and compressed air to force water through pipes to the house and premises.
Elegant assortment of individual cups and saucers mustache cups after dinner sets and other presents offered to the people of Jackson and Butts county will be found on display counters at The Carmichael Co in New York Store.
A correction notes the misquotation of a verse by Dr. W C Bryant in a previous issue. The intended text praises a gift to Captain and Mrs A G Witchins and presents lines about love and a past promising sunshine and art.
Four cardinal principles guide the business: full weight good goods low prices and honest measure. The proprietors claim loyal customers stay by them for quality and fair dealing and invite new shoppers to try their goods and methods.
A man recalls buying a suit two years ago for $15 that remains in good condition while the same quality now sells for $11. The Star Store claims to provide finer styles and best value in town.
An advertising notice claims the best dressed men buy from the store, promising current fashions and attentive service. It contrasts its low prices with bigger Atlanta or Macon stores, insisting readers cannot find newer styles or cheaper goods elsewhere.
The ad emphasizes that wool products come from wool and not cotton plants. It notes some items are partly cotton, not all wool, and assures customers they receive exactly what is represented when purchasing at The Star Stores.
Solid Comfort. People who wear Star Store Shoes say they enjoy as much comfort as the old-timers who wore sandals. We sell for Ladies Drew Selby's Fine Shoes. Hart Shoes for coarse daily wear. Prices you pay for snoddy stuff elsewhere. Men's and Boys Fine Shoes. Try the Blue Line for wear style and prices. They have an unbroken record.
Advertisement lists hot beverages including hot chocolate hot beef tea hot cocoa hot lemon and hot ginger priced at five cents per cup and directs readers to Dr. W. L. Carmichael for service.
Irving resident Fred Miller suffered years of kidney pain and bladder trouble. After trying many so called remedies he began using Electric Bitters and found immediate relief. The product aids kidney and liver disorders and is sold for 50 cents a large bottle at Dr. W L Carmichael’s drug store.
An advertisement touts Botanical Blood Balm as a forty year medical breakthrough curing rheumatism ulcers skin and blood diseases. It invites readers to request a book detailing cures with the price listed as 1.90 dollars for a large bottle and provides the Atlanta Georgia address of the vendor.
Readable ad note describes Christmas presents including manicure sets for ladies and gentlemen with handkerchief and glove cases and shaving outfits offered at the New York Store.
Eighty acres of land in Pasco County Florida thirty five miles north of Tampa available for exchange for property in Jackson. Stock of goods or residence property could be taken in exchange. Fifteen acres are grove with orange trees and the remainder is wooded. McDonaud Rose.
Local Tus Anave merchants push bold advertising, claiming strong sales and steady demand amid a bustling market scene. Vendors report brisk patronage and growing interest in their goods as the town commerce heats up.
The Star Store promotes itself as the best place for dry goods clothing shoes and millinery. It touts experienced buyers who secure right purchases and keep up with trends to offer bargains.
An advertising paragraph urges readers to visit the store for furnishings for men and boys. It emphasizes style color and prices while arguing that the goods will speak louder than words. The note mentions up-to-date staff and a strong sales push.
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