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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1900
Page
2
The Jackson Argus is declared as the Official Organ by J M Grawford Sheriff of Butts County dated January 7, 1900. The notice confirms publication authority for official notices in the county.
The dispatch from Washington reports Senator Bacon favors holding county primaries across Georgia to choose a U.S. Senator by name with all 137 counties voting on a single day. He plans to address county executive chairs this week and proposes aligning with the Democratic governor race to save costs.
The Monthly Review of Reviews argues slavery trained slaves in agriculture and crafts. It claims the war destroyed plantations and killed the old generation, leaving a new, undisciplined group. It says practical trades and moral training are needed for Southern youth.
A letter urges the Honorable J R G Carmichael of Jackson Ga as a worthy, modest candidate for the legislature. The writer praises his quiet conservative character and asks party ticket preparation for supporters ready to vote.
A Baltimore physician says whiskey is not an antidote for snake bite. The St. Louis Globe-Democrat criticizes the move as pushing science too far.
Miss Vella Harpes of McDonough visits relatives here. John M. Gaston mounts a tax collector campaign. W I Shields declared for Tax Receiver. J J Thornton advertises wagons and buggies cheap. Bourbonic plague blamed by Dalton Argus in Kentucky. Allen and Co offer a select family groceries line.
Judge James F. Carmichel reports that checks for Confederate widows have arrived and are prepared for distribution.
The County Commissioners this week granted a franchise to the Commercial Telephone and Telegraph Co. of Atlanta to construct telephone lines along the public roads of the county. J. R. Carmichael is building his celebrated Jackson Buggy every day.
In Sandy Plains the piece notes heavy rains causing washouts and travel trouble while Waltham rises in prominence with egg wagons planned and a bustling mayoral race. Citizens back Captain Frank Carter and the Waltham Legions to maintain order as many seek the mayor's chair. See J R Carmichael for guano and acid before buying.
The notice proclaims Mr J H Ham as a candidate for the office of ordinary, praising his county leadership and promising a merit based race and faithful service if elected. The County Commissioners have installed a phone in the courthouse to stay in close contact with road hands, aiming to minimize delays in orders.
The candidate, James F Carmichel, widely known in Butts county, announces his bid for ordinary with a long record of faithful service and popular support. The piece also ends with an advertisement urging Edwards for fresh meats.
The Atlanta Constitution reports rumors that J. H. Maddox intends to run for the Georgia House of Representatives from Jackson. Friends urge him to contest the race, and his practical standing is seen as boosting his chances.
The Wesleyan Advocate and The Argus echo Spurgeon on anger harming the person who harbors it. The piece argues that rash responses damage more than the insult, as remorse and trouble multiply beyond the initial slight. It urges guarding feelings with integrity and goodwill toward others.
A compact proverb notes that things that are barely correct tend to become decidedly wrong, implying caution in judging marginal accuracy and urging thorough verification. It reflects a general warning about procedures, decisions, and standards.
James F Carmichael announces his candidacy for re election as Butts County Ordinary in 1900 saying his record speaks for itself. He notes his term runs until January 1901 and claims five prior elections show support from the people he loves and serves.
A short aphorism noting that a dairy and a sharp lead pencil are among the hardest things to maintain in life. It contrasts practicality with everyday tools and hints at common management challenges.
The paper announces Dr. T. F. Lang as a candidate for representative. Lang is described as a successful farmer and physician who pursues moral and material improvement for the people. The Argus endorses him as a safe choice presented to the party for consideration.
Tax collector candidate J M Gaston cites illness since 1896 and financial need as he announces his candidacy for the Butts county tax collector role pending Democratic party action. He notes typhoid fever sickness and subsequent kidney trouble and rheumatism.
Disabled since 1894 from manual labor Shields announces candidacy for Tax Receiver under the Democratic banner. He states no prior office holding and pledges to discharge duties lawfully and to the satisfaction of the People if elected.
At the solicitation of friends Dr J F Laing consents to offer his name to the people of Butts county as a candidate for Representative and is authorized to announce his candidacy subject to the action of the Democratic party.
A pithy commentary on how powerful men commonly display significant flaws, suggesting strength invites moral risk and public scrutiny.
Jackson Oil Mill Co promotes selling coats at reduced prices to help customers save money. Local shoppers are urged to visit the store to compare styles and prices and take advantage of discounts.
Mr C S Maddox was reelected County School Commissioner last Saturday without opposition. The examination was conducted by Judge T S Hammond, President of the board of education, who noted it was the most satisfactory examination he had witnessed with every question answered correctly.
R Carmichael pledges greater focus on repair work in the year 1900 than in any prior year and respectfully solicits liberal patronage from his customers.
In winter 1897 James Reed of Clay West Virginia injured his leg on ice and endured swelling and pain. After trying liniments and whisky baths with no relief he used Chamberlains Pain Balm and nearly cured in a week, avoiding possible amputation. The ad promotes Pain Balm as unrivaled for sprains bruises and rheumatism.
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