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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1913
Page
4
The Burts County Argus in Jackson Georgia notes it accepts unsigned letters but will not publish them without a signature, unless the writer requests otherwise. The policy aims to protect the newspaper and its readers.
An editorial voice notes that newspapers satisfy some readers at times but may offend others when choosing a steadfast aim. The piece defends sticking to principle despite mixed public reaction.
A report notes that key figures behind the cash register trust have received prison sentences while many others linked to the monopoly on cash registers remain at large and potentially dangerous.
A prune shipper in California plans eight pound boxes under parcel post at 96 cents per box, while express carriers cut rates to 35 cents to compete. The shift is seen as pressuring the express monopoly as shippers seek weight allowances up to eleven pounds. In a New York to Chicago test, parcel post delivered at 37 cents versus 60 cents by express, showing parcel post advantage in cost and speed.
A local editor recounts a case where John Brine stopped his newspaper over a disputed five dollar sixty cent balance. The editor details sending a cease to pay note and a full receipt later, noting the irony of the man’s devout church song amid the debt dispute.
H R Pattengill former Detroit public instruction head urged that every school take a newspaper and pupils pick out educational features. He said stories of everyday heroism could aid kindergarten and first grade teachers in teaching children the right spirit.
Ohio introduces bill penalizing concealed weapons with one to five years in prison. Georgia lawmakers urged to adopt the measure saying strict enforcement will curb pistol carrying. The Columbus Ledger supports a strong hip pocket law and calls for swift action.
Capital notes from Atlanta reveal several Georgia counties receive higher pension and school funding than they contribute through state taxes. For 1912 counties’ full appropriations totaled 2,517,267.88 dollars while pension allocations reached 1,193,444.10 dollars. 1911 tax payments stood at 3,668,531.34 dollars.
Atlanta February 27. March 1 is the deadline for annual reports by Southern insurance companies with State Insurance Commissioner W. A. Wright. Reports show increased Georgia business, rising assets, lower losses, and a trend toward keeping money at home. The Association of Southern Fire Insurance Companies will meet soon in Atlanta to elect officers. The outlook cites solid finances, prudent policy, and prompt collections.
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