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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1896
Page
4
The item lists advertising rates for local notices five cents per line and obituaries at one dollar. It notes payment by bank draft or money order and warns against unregistered currency. A string of opinion quotes discusses U S Cuba Spain and England, urging patriotism and restraint, with references to the Indianapolis era and notable figures.
The text notes Gómez plans to oppose Spanish forces with fierce resistance as political candidates surge across the state. It hints at informal, behind the scenes organizing around the corner with no formal announcements yet.
The Ohio prison physician says Redwine cannot serve two more years of his sentence. The item argues against war but urges recognizing Cuban belligerency and criticizes Britain and the Monroe Doctrine.
The speaker cautions Mr. Cleveland against aggressive handling of a bond issue and urges him to inform a suffering public that this will be the final bond measure remembered by voters when he leaves office.
The piece urges Chicago to yield a Democratic convention outcome pleasing to the western metro and laments disputes over one or two conventions. It argues for firm U.S. stance if Spain resists and Cuba’s revolt escalates, warning against indifference to Cuban suffering. The author links British and American interests to Cuba amid Spain England negotiations and naval posture.
M. T. Skiff, once manager for Irish comedian W. J. Scanlan, suffered rheumatism for years until Drummond's Lightning Remedy cured him after two bottles. The ad touts testimonials from prominent people and offers two large bottles for five dollars with shipping to any express address. Agents Wanted.
Over the past two weeks three nearby towns suffered major fire losses due to lack of protection. Rain saved one town from becoming a barren ash pile, and Jackson is warned it could face the same fate without protection.
How's This We offer One Hundred Dollars reward for any case of Catarrh that cannot be cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio We the undersigned have known F J Cheney for 15 years and believe him honorable in all business and financially able to carry out obligations West Travx Wholesale Druggists Walpine Kinnan Marvin Toledo OH Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally acting upon blood and mucous tests sent free Price 75c per bottle Sold by all Druggists
The text argues that constant advertising turns products into household names, citing Mason’s billion in blacking, a stove polish magnate, and a pen maker as examples. It asserts that free use of printer's ink built these fortunes, and challenges the view that advertising does not pay.
A nostalgic ad style note traces Castoria as a remedy from infancy to motherhood. It highlights ongoing reliance as a family staple with a rhythmic promotional cadence and timeless trust across generations.
A Jackson citizen urges immediate steps to secure electric lights for the town. The cotton factory’s surety, combined with a possible small town appropriation or factory partnership, could illuminate streets and homes at low cost. The author notes investors are considering Jackson and encourages civic leadership to attract further improvements.
Voters in the sixth district seek word from Mr. Berner about his plans for entering a looming upheaval and the potential impact on the area. The piece focuses on public anticipation and concerns.
The article notes General Campos removal shifts Spain to accept a difficult foe. It asserts Campos is near the limit of Spain's strength and hopes for better luck from a change. The piece also asks how many Butts county farmers will buy bonds from Uncle Sam, urging patriotic support for a government loan.
The article argues that while the US Europe alliance prevents open hostilities, the United States must display political courage toward Britain to reflect a great nation.
The text notes Georgia residents other than bankers will buy United States bonds, though many know they have no money and little gold to purchase. It adds Grover Cleveland may buy some, while the general public lacks funds.
Edward Atkinson argues for admitting the negro to social equality as the path to prosperity. The text questions this foundation and warns against prosperity built on such terms.
Georgia fruit growers have closed their convention and gone home to await the fruit’s ripening. The note hopes for better transportation rates and facilities essential to Georgia’s success as a fruit producing state.
The Planters convention at Memphis adopted ringing resolutions urging reduced cotton acreage for this year. Resolutions seem ineffective as thousands of mules are being bought nationwide to make cotton. The resolutions should have been passed before the mule market opened.
The Savannah Press argues that recognizing Cuban insurgents as belligerents would warn England and others against buying Cuba, while aligning with supporting struggling republics and autonomous freedoms. It contends this stance would empower Cuba to defend against internal oppression and external invasion.
The note urges readers in arrears to settle their accounts to help continue the paper. It asks subscribers to pay one dollar toward their back dues, noting the amount is small but crucial for sustaining the publication and thanking supporters.
The article explains starvation effects on the body and describes red blood cells delivering oxygen. It notes pallor, weak appetite, and weight loss from low red cell count. It promotes Scott's Emulsion of Cod liver Oil with the hypophosphates as a remedy to increase red blood cells and improve health.
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