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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1898
Page
5
Flovilla residents appear in Jackson society items as J Bailey Sr dies in Tiffin. Notices report farm land and city property matters, new office at Bank Hall, and stock for sale. Fire prevention drives stress water works. several local residents visit kin for holidays and return to work.
The Argus reports a petition for an election on prohibition will be ordered soon after a sufficient number of signers was confirmed. The county’s liquor rules with only incorporated towns allowed to host bars may limit outcomes. Also reported: Luther Duke and Sweetie Kitchens wed at Rev J B Smarr’s residence in Stark with best wishes from The Argus.
George Evans a young farmer and Mrs Willard a widow from Henry county drove to Jackson last Tuesday and boarded a train for unknown parts. The couple left Evans wife with small children and Mrs Willard with a young girl about 11. The mule and buggy were left hitched near the depot for days amid a community sensation. Miss Myrtice Pye and Miss Ethel Higerson visiting West Jasper from Monticello Arkansas.
The Gordon Institute notes Miss Tompkins of Jackson Institute has in a remarkable degree the elements of a good teacher. Prof. Pound speaks enthusiastically of Miss Tompkins, praising one of Jackson’s popular instructors.
Major and Mrs Peavy of Greenville were in the city last week on a visit to daughters Mrs J R Lons and Mrs Dr Cantrell. Major Peavy is a prominent local citizen and earned many friendships in Jackson, with many hoping he might relocate his home there.
February sheriff sale in Butts County Georgia will occur at the courthouse door in Jackson on the first Tuesday in February 1898 from 10 a m to 4 p m. 50 acres in Worthville district bounded by L Roberts A J Roberts William Woods lands G A Miller and others. Property levied to satisfy two superior court executions and tenant is in possession per law. Jan 1898.
At 3 30 p m on the 2nd instant J B Guthrie married Miss Maggie O Rear at the bride's parents home Rev J G Kimbell of Jenkinsburg officiated. The couple, two popular Jackson youths, now reside with Mr and Mrs E L Adams on First street.
On December 22 1897 Will Thrasher of Sandy Ridge married Mattie Hooten of Friskey. Rev Moore of the Presbyterian church officiated. The couple's friends extend best wishes for happiness and prosperity.
The Argus reports the marriage of Charles Wilson of Fincherville to Miss Williams of Woolsey Georgia. The paper congratulates the groom on his choice of a lovely bride.
Ben Bishop wed Valla Hamlin near Jackson in a prospering home life union. The couple begins a contented, hopeful marriage as community well wishes them.
Mr Bob Mayne married Daisy Thrasher of Fincherville on December 28. The couple is wished the best in their new life together.
Mr. Tom Mayo of Frotilla and Miss Ella Singley were married on the 2nd instant at the home of the bride’s parents. The ceremony joined two local families and marks a new union in the community.
Spot Cash offered by HANEs Cash Jeweler with no exceptions to anyone. Promotion emphasizes immediate payment and simple dealings for all customers.
The Argus reports Captain Henry Thurston, veteran horseshoer for Mr. Carmichasel, worked on 6 088 horseshoes during the year 1897, highlighting his long service and output.
The appraisers set apart a twelve months allowance for Mrs T L Williams and her four minor children and returned it to the ordinaries. Creditors and next of kin are cited to appear at the office within the time allowed by law to show cause why the allowance should not be confirmed. Dated December 13 1897.
The Piedmont Council No. 288 of the Benevolent Order of the National Union reports paying $46,000 to families of deceased members in Atlanta during 1897. Named benefactors include W. S. Bell, C. Z. Blelock, D. M. Cabaniss, J. H. Franklin, J. F. Goodman, J. H. Ketner, I. Liebman, O. E. Mitchell, F. N. Malone, and E. Rich.
A compact ad notes DeWitt's Little Early Risers as a famous small pill remedy. The item is promoted in a period newspaper style, highlighting its recognition and availability.
Mr E M Stabler of Payne Ohio reports long term catarrh failure with several remedies before using Pe runa Almanac. After eight bottles he says the remedy cured him and enables full work capability. He endorses Pe runa for others with catarrh and invites contact with the Peruna Drug Manufacturing Co for free literature.
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