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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1900
Page
8
At a board meeting last Monday C. H. Bruce of Eatonton was chosen and has accepted the post as superintendent of the public schools. He has headed Eatonton schools for years and resigns there to take the new position. Trustees praise his endorsements and expect intelligent, vigorous leadership for the local schools.
At a Bank Hal meeting Tuesday night June 12 1900 the association resolves to note the death of John A Barry of Atlanta June 11 1900. It calls him a devout member and noble Christian son and pledges love and sympathy to his bereaved family.
Mr. J. A. McMichael files a contest of the recent Democratic primary loss to A. H. Davis by 16 votes. Allegations include ballots not voted by all, torn state tickets implying non Democrat votes, and counting behind closed doors at Jackson precinct. No hearing date set within 30 days of election.
Last Tuesday afternoon a contest for speaker’s place at Locust Grove Teacher’s Institute was held at the courthouse. Three boys and three girls from Henry and Butts counties competed for the institute offered medal. Butts county participants included William Otis Ham Jackson T. O. Asberry Jenkinsburg Willie Land Jackson Ethel Childs Jenkinsburg Viola Slaughter Jack- 200 Mignon Lunquest Jackson.
Mayor Beauchamp travels to Atlanta to participate in the state convention proceedings and related sessions.
A black cloth cape found at The Argus office prompts reported calls for a potential repeat claim. No further details available.
Jesse Jolly, a capable young teacher from South Georgia, is visiting Jackson with family and friends. He has been elected principal of the Fort Gaines school but has not yet decided whether to accept the job. Carmichael's Shops offer repair work at reasonable prices to ensure quality.
The South Atlanta district conference is scheduled to meet in Jonesboro next Saturday. Rev. S. B. Lee of this place is on the program in several locations.
Prof. C S Maddox authorizes a county meeting of colored teachers and patrons in Jackson July 9 10 11 12 and 18. All teachers must attend. A A Irwin states preparations are complete and Maddox will conduct the gathering at the colored schoolhouse in Jackson.
Remnants of Percale Madras Calico Lawns Muslins white Lawn Check Muslin Embroideries Laces Bleaching Cotton Checks and Table Damask offered to reduce stock. Also 1000 yds Scotch Lawns at 3c per yard and 1500 yards Dimity Cords at 4c per yard.
The Rollar Flour Mill by Mr. W D Lamar will be built four miles east of Flovilla on the Ocmulgee river. It will include the latest machinery and aims to produce the highest grade flour by July first.
Miss Laughlin's July contribution to Stories of Authors' Loves, appearing in the Delineator, explores whether literary men make good husbands. The piece contrasts Carlyle and Jane, noting Jane's self effacement beside her moody spouse and offering a pathos absent from harsher treatments.
The R. D. Cole Mfg Co completed a 14 by 16 foot pest house near the city limits in just 40 minutes after the framework was prepared and hauled in. The Newnan Herald & Advertiser hails the feat as possibly unequaled in Georgia.
The Kim Bell Association schedules union meetings with district details. First District meets at Phillippi Church on the Tuesday after the second Sunday in July. Second District gathers at Paran Church on the Thursday and Friday before the third Sunday in June.
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