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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1897
Page
3
The Argus reports various notes including visits by Mr F M Allen and Judge Carmichael in Atlanta, local business ads, and promotions for Dr Tichenor's Antiseptic and DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. It mentions the Indian Spring veterans reunion on Aug 6, plus several community names and upcoming sales.
Mrs. Goodall travels to Atlanta after telegram concerning illness of her daughter Mrs. Rosser. News notes a long coal strike described as the largest in the nation with uncertain effects. Bahama Pineapples arrive direct from plantations at Allen & Co.
Brick work on the new stables of Dr. Mays will soon be completed. The doctor will have a convenient and ample stand with storerooms and livery business capacity.
The Globe Store advertises a thirty day special offer on fruit jars. Globe Fruit Jars priced at $1.40 per dozen for various sizes, including 4 gallon Mason jars. The notice is issued by The C. G. Fennell Co.
A Jackson man carries his wife to the Spring on a Sunday. An acquaintance asks a passerby who the woman is. The reply is that she is his wife and the neighbor jokes about his marriage. Ice from Harp. Free telephone signals noted.
Capt W C Nutt of Orlando formerly lived in Spalding and Butts counties. He commanded Co A of the 58th Georgia and now serves as Orange county tax collector. The Griffin Call notes his cordial, candid demeanor resembles a constant political candidacy.
An old advertising quip recalls Castoria as a trusted remedy for babies children and mothers. The line traces a mother daughter and granddaughter using Castoria across life stages, highlighting enduring brand familiarity.
Jackson prepares for the largest autumn business push in its history as local developments unfold. Billy Brown visits Baxley Georgia for a week of relatives. Mr and Mrs M L Hendrick attended the Nashville centennial during the past week. Fresh bread and fruits arrive daily at Allen and Co. Mrs M Payne of Winfred Jasper county shopped in the city. Mr and Mrs T M Carmichael were in town Tuesday. Dr Tichenor antiseptic recommended for cholera morbus. Len Berham of Apopka spent several days in Jackson with his uncle R S Brown.
A collage of notices from For syth and nearby towns reports visits by Mrs Bowden, J P Perry and others. real estate ad suggests discreet sale service. Also there is a warning that Superior Court opens August 3 at 10 am with jurors to be present and court business detailed. Casual items note Billy Brown recovering, Dr Tichenor’s remedy praised, and J R Wright’s travel plans.
Mr. Robert J. Carmichael and his sister Miss Annie depart for Baltimore tomorrow and will reach Hampstead on the 28th for the Carmichael Buchman nuptials. They will visit other East points before returning to Jackson. The Argus extends best wishes.
The annual reunion of the 30th Georgia Regiment will be held at Riverdale in Clayton county on Friday July 30 1897. Gen Gordon and other distinguished speakers are expected to address the veterans. All survivors are urged to attend with reduced railroad rates offered. T A Warp Pres A P Apamson Sec Rex Ga
Bucklin Arnica Salve promotes its use for cuts bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions with a money back guarantee and 25 cents per box. Sold by all druggists with promise of perfect satisfaction or refund.
The county advances toward a new courthouse with careful pacing to protect public interests. Miss Kannie Brady plans a month long Macon visit with her mother. A large brick warehouse is nearing readiness for the cotton season with Mr. McCandless set as Farmers' Union agent handling expected patronage.
A warning against using catarrh ointments containing mercury due to damaging effects on smell and the body. Promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure by F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio as a safe internal treatment. Notes price 75 cents per bottle and availability through druggists.
The regular Sunday School Celebration for all Butts county schools will be held at Indian Spring Holiness Camp Ground on Friday July 80th starting promptly at 9 o'clock A M. Let every school send a full delegation. J Marr McMacHAeEt, President.
J. J. Thornton and family left yesterday evening for Bidwell, Tennessee, to visit relatives. Mrs. Thornton and children will stay about a month with her parents, then return to Jackson after a week at the Centennial. They are accompanied by C. G. W. Buchanan and Miss Ouida Beauchamp.
Mr. H. L. Daughtry returns from Murphy North Carolina where he spent time watching rain from a window sill. He notes a thermometer as low as 52 and mostly 58 to 65. Sheriff Beauchamp and Clerk Mc Michael come back from Savannah after a sheriffs and clerks convention praising the hospitality.
An advertisement claims No To Bac cures tobacco use with thousands of successes and a guarantee. Also notes Plunket opening a grist mill on Depot street. Dr Tichenor antiseptic is touted for foot injuries. Threat Moore visits family near town and Jackson Institute praise appears.
Mrs. Dr. Wynn of Wynns Mill Henry County visited relatives in town this week. Her trip highlights ties between Wynn’s Mill and local families.
The notice recalls a veterans day event at the camp ground on August 6. Dr. C. H. Cantrell has moved his dental parlor to a suite above Planters Supply Co in the Crum building. Capt. Huhchins is renovating office rooms in his buggy factory for a repository with convenient access. Mrs. John Walch of Henry County visits the city this week with her daughter Mrs. Arthur Stewart. Mr. B. M. Wagner departs for several weeks in Maryland, traveling to Baltimore and Libertytown.
The Argus notes a group of Jackson’s popular young people attended a Spring Tuesday night event. Master John Ham provided a basket of fine grapes, packing them carefully for sale.
L. J. Ball, elected county treasurer, will file his bond and qualify in August. The delay arises from letters of administration being sought for the late treasurer’s estate, requiring the administrator to qualify and hand over the books and funds. The bond is about 40 000. Ball is expected to be a good officer and bring pride to Butts County.
Acting on petitions from Henry and Clayton counties and public duty Judge Marcus W. Beck traveled to McDonough to convene a special grand jury next Monday July 26 to examine Oscar Williams accused of assaulting Farmer Campbell's young daughter near Lovejoy. If true bill is returned a special Henry Superior Court term would be held after the Spalding August term to try the case, though the plan was later abandoned and the matter went directly to the Supreme Court on a fast bill of exceptions.
An Atlanta company promotes Botanic Blood Balm as a remedy for skin and blood diseases including ulcers debility and rheumatism. The ad claims a physician authored formula, warns against substitutes, and offers a free cure book with price details for a large bottle. A testimonial from M D Lane of Deveranx Ga credits a Mississippi malarial blood poison with ulcers cured by B B B.
A convenient residence on Third Street is for rent with possession on September 1. For further particulars contact Mrs. A. D. Catchings.
Butts county could adopt curbing and sewerage piping with economy and lasting value. Mr. A. G. Hitchins in Jackson offers quotes and supplies in small quantities or full carload lots for municipalities seeking modern urban infrastructure.
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