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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1897
Page
3
The item lists numerous residents and visitors including J. W. Carmichael in Forsyth, Asa Buttrill and Claude Bryant in Atlanta, Miss Nina Harris from Locust Grove, and Col. J. W. Bowden of Forsyth. It notes social calls, trips, and hospitalities at Rome Worthville Dublin Macon Decatur and other towns, plus advertisements for Dr. Tichenor’s Antiseptic and DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Serve.
Mr Moncrief of Moncief and Dowman Atlanta spent the week in the city roofing Dr Mays new brick stables. A pleasant party at Mr J B Settle's last Friday night. Mrs B B Youmans of Rome visiting relatives here this week. Fresh Dove Hams sold direct from the packing house to Allen and Co. The Sardis church grounds in Henry county recently improved and now more beautiful. Mrs J H Carmichael's baby fell from a phaeton last Wednesday but suffered no fractures and recovers nicely. Wanted three shoe-makers for steady work at J W Starrorp and Sons Barnesville Ga. Lawson Maston had his back cracked at the depot Monday while wrestling a Negro. Dr W C Bryant set the bone and applied plaster. Prof Henry Fletcher of Gordon Institute visiting relatives in and near the city. Argus congratulates him on his distinguished career.
The Jackson party that left for Canada has returned safely and is pleased with the trip. The Argus offers Miss Rosa Thornton’s write up detailing points of interest and informative descriptions. Bahama pineapples arrive direct from plantations via Allen & Co. Frank Stafford of J W Stafford & Sons visits from Indian Springs. a prominent Bibb Monroe and Pike state senate candidate described as a big gun for a young man.
The Globe Store runs a thirty day special on 4 gallon Globe jars at 1.40 per dozen and 4 gallon Mason jars at 1.10. Miss Irene Dempsey from Jackson visits Miss Mary Boyles and attends a pillow dex party hosted by Miss Carrie McDonald with games and refreshments in Griffin City.
Col T J Dempsey unwell this week as Sardis in Henry county prepares for a protracted meeting. The Argus notes visits, business ads, and social items including Butts defeating Jasper 10 to 6 and Prof Edgar L Ray handling a Teacher's Institute in Jones county. Obituary mentions Mrs Ada Rosser of Jackson. Public notices push real estate services by N J Harmon. Advertising includes Dr Tichenor antiseptic and No To Bac remedies.
Hanes the Jeweler on East Third Street announces extremely low cash prices for jewelry watches clocks silverware and related items for the next 60 days. No goods will be booked and buyers are urged to bring cash.
An advertisement touts One Minute Cough Cure as a fast acting remedy designed to cure coughing. The copy emphasizes quick results and suitability for ordinary coughs.
Capt W F Smith from Flovilla and Capt J W Hightower from Empire were in town. Frank and Ed Lawson of Indian Spring attended, while Mrs Robert Lyons was noted for her fitness. Coupled with chatter of a new oatmeal at Allen & Cos and a planned shoofly train by the Southern between McDonough and Macon, the week reflected lively social motion as Miss Carrie McLome and M Kinard visited Calumet, and Miss Birdie Wright of Louvale visited her brother Col Y A Wright with friends warmly welcoming her return.
The Southern railway will offer round trip tickets from Jackson to Flovilla daily at 20 cents from August 9 to August 20, with return validity to August 22. The reduced rates honor the camp meeting starting August 10, not August 16 as previously announced.
A position is open for a teacher at Philipp School in Henry County. Apply promptly with communications directed to Peeksville, Georgia.
R. H. Calvert advertises first class plain and ornamental painting to boost profits. The Argus notes Locust Grove Institute catalogue is now available and praised by readers who have seen it.
Mr. and Mrs. A. H. McLendon and their children of Fort Gaines visit their brother Col. Y. A. Wright on return from New York. Mr. McLendon is a prominent merchant and carriage maker. A cholera morbus warning promotes Dr. Tichenor's Antiseptic as a quick remedy.
Honey in the comb and extracted for sale by J A Plunket is offered. The notice lists the vendor and product type without further details on price or quantity.
Doubt about August court session prompts notice that Superior court will meet on the third Monday in August at 10 oclock a m in the current courthouse. No civil business needing a jury will be disposed of. criminal cases and motions will be tried. Jurors witnesses and parties must be present. By order of the court July 2 1897 J O Beavahanpe Sheriff.
Nice convenient residence for rent on Third Street with possession from September 1. For further particulars contact Mrs. A. D. Catchings in Jackson, Georgia.
The Gate City guard case was argued before Judge Beck last Wednesday. The defense filed a vigorous answer denying the original bill’s portrayal and seeking a receiver appointment. Old guard counsel A Davis and Rosser & Carter assisted, while active guard counsel Arnold & Arnold and King & Anderson spoke. Judge Beck said he would review the evidence and decision may come after several days. Buy your ice from Harp. Free telephone-two long and one short rings.
In Snapping Shoals Georgia on July 25 the account notes a heavy rain July 19 swelling streams. Belt McDonald of Henry County attempted to cross Wild Cat Creek near Robert Marvey's, the buggy and mule swept downstream about 100 yards. Rescued with help from Frank Porter, the buggy recovered later. McDonald lost his hat and goods. The ford is dangerous after rain and locals urge a bridge before more lives are at risk.
An advertisement promotes Botanic Blood Balm B B B as a cure for skin and blood diseases including ulcers rheumatism and debility. It claims rapid recovery and offers a free book from Blood Balm Co Atlanta Ga. includes a testimonial from M D Lane Deveraux Ga describing a malaria related illness and leg ulcers cured by B B B.
Last Friday night Jackson enjoyed a pleasant event organized by Dr. R. G. Bryans at the Cleveland House. Attendees included Misses Irene Daughtry Mary Nutt Edwina Williams Sarah Waldo Bessie Daughtry Leman Hightower Jannie Hightower Annie Ball Annie Mallett and Messrs Asa Buttrill Lawrence Crawford Claude Bryant Robi Carmichael Ernest Crawley Hanes Walter Vaughn Ernest Watkins Walter Moore Jos Watson Griffith Harkness Thornton.
Judge Beck granted a new trial in the murder case against Taylor Delk of W. Co Gwyn. The solicitor-general Bloodworth argued Langford’s capture and new jurisdiction justified the appeal. disqualification dispute was overruled. The court noted this may be unprecedented in similar cases.
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