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Newspaper

Jackson Argus

Location

Jackson, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1894

Page

2

Jackson Ga Annual Dollar Rate Published

A Jackson Georgia notice from June 21 1894 sets the annual rate at one dollar per annum likely for a publication or service.

Jackson, Ga

Butts county man criticized for stirring discord and politics

The Alpharetta Free Press notes W F Smith of Butts County is accused of sowing division and attacking the South and democracy. It defends Smith’s character while urging moderation and unity, and predicts A O Bacon as Georgia’s next U S senator based on current outlook.

A. O. Bacon United States Georgia Alpharetta Free Press

Candidate A O Bacon Seen as Senate Hope

The Banks County Gazette notes it is highly likely Hon A O Bacon will seek the U S Senate. It adds local voters may back him unless a local candidate enters the race.

A.O. Bacon United States Senate Neck of the Woods Banks Gazette

Newspaper Postal Law Proclaims Responsibility for Unpaid Papers

The notice states that anyone who regularly takes papers from the post office must pay for them whether addressed to them or not. If a recipient orders discontinuation, they must settle all arrears. publishers will continue sending until payment, regardless of whether the paper is kept at the office.

Stand-off in county governor race described by Skinville Skinner

The quote portrays a chaotic county vote where one side allegedly steals votes as fast as the other buys them. It notes ongoing voting, alleged cheating, and a final official count will determine who goes to the penitentiary first, with the sheriff telegraphed for a decision.

Jenkinsburg News Notes and Local Happenings

Misses Bessie and Sueie Woodward visited relatives. Miss Lola Childs vacations in Lutherville. Jenkinsburg High School elected H. G. Asbery, Dr. Lang, J. A. Woodward, SA. Biles, and J. W. Childs trustees for the year. The Times notes A O Bacon’s prospects for U S senator.

Bessie Sueie Woodward Lola Childs Lutherville Jenkinsburg High School H. G. Asbery Dr. Lang J. A. Woodward SA. Biles J. W. Childs Queens Jenkinsburg

Bucklen Arnica Salve promises cure or money back

The advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best remedy for cuts, bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheum, fever sores, tetter, chapped hands, chilblains, corns and all skin irritations with a money back guarantee. Sold by R. G. Bryans for 25 cents a box.

R. G. Bryans

Business college offers quick training for fast pay

The Ga Atlanta and Alabama Business College of Macon Ga is promoted as a fast cost effective path to business skills. In six to ten weeks students can learn bookkeeping telegraphy or shorthand for 20 to 30 dollars and secure jobs paying 50 to 75 dollars a month. Six graduates were placed last week.

Ala Business College of Macon Messrs Wyatt & Martin Jfncon

Georgia Alabama business colleges offer practical training

Students contact Actual Business Transactions by mail, freight and telegraph across four departments Commercial Stenograph Telegraph and Pen art. Institutions guarantee completion of causes faster at lower cost and with greater thoroughness. Open year round graduates aided to positions write Wyatt Martin Macon Georgia or Montgomery Alabama.

Seashore Hotel Opens May 15 Under New Management

The Cumberland and St Simons Island hotel will be open May 15 under new management. Excursion tickets are on sale at low rates with the East Tennessee Seashore Express offering service to the coast.

Cumberland & St. Simons Island

Bartlett Announces Candidacy for Congress in 6th District

Friends of Charlie Bartlett announce his candidacy for Congress subject to Democratic party action in the 6th Congressional District. Announcement fee is five dollars in advance and required before publication.

Friends Charlie Bartlett Congress Democratic Party 6Th Congressional

Local Candidates Enter Race for Georgia General Assembly

Voters in Batts county hear announcements from J A McMichael and T J Dempsey as they seek Democratic nominations for re election to the Georgia General Assembly from Butts county. Both express gratitude for past support and pledge to serve.

Batts County General Assembly of Georgia J. A. McMichael Butts County Democratic Party My County T. J. Dempsey

Butts County Sheriff and Deputy Candidates Announced

J H Land and I H Maddox announce their candidacy for Sheriff and Deputy Sheriff of Butts County subject to the Democratic party. They authorize J O Beauchamp as sheriff candidate with J M Crawford as deputy for the August primary on the 1st.

Butts County Democratic Party J. H. Land I. H. Maddox J. O. Beauchamp J. MM. Crawford

G E Harmon Nominated by Democrats for Tax Collector

G E Harmon is presented as a suitable Democratic nominee for the office of tax collector, with his name appearing as a candidate under consideration alongside Homer C. Clark pending Democratic Party action.

G. E. Harmon Democratic Party Homer C. Clark F. J. Gilmore Gilmore

July 1894 Butts County Sheriff Sale of Lot No 8

Public sale to be held at the court house door Butts County Georgia on the first Tuesday in July 1894 within legal hours for cash. The property is two acres more or less Lot No 8 bounded north by Lot 27 east by Lot 9 south by Indian Spring Reserve west by Dumble lot in Indian Spring district J P Harrison subject to a Fulton County Justice Court execution in favor of Geo Crouch. Written notice given. June 6 1894.

Georgia Butts County Said Indian Spring Reserve Dumble Indian Spring J. P. Harrison Justice Court G. M Fulton County Geo. Crouch Fife

Discharge Sought From Estate Administration

F 8 Etheridge administrator of Columbus Burford seeks discharge and letters of dismission. He cites full administration and calls heirs and creditors to show cause why he should not be discharged on the first Monday in September 1894. Dated June 1 1894.

Georgia Butts County Etheridge Columbus Burford

Thaxtow Seeks Zax Collector Post in Butts County

W W Thaxtow appeals to Democratic voters in Butts County for the office of tax collector. He cites poverty, tenancy, a large family, past losses, illness, and his status as an old Confederate veteran as reasons for support, asking friends for favors.

Zax W. W. Thaxtow

Candidates Named For Tax Receiver In Butts County

Wax Receiver. The notice announces candidates for tax receiver in the Democratic primary on August 1, 1894. Listed are Alex Saunders Jr J H Ham F J Gilmore crippled ex Confederate soldier M M Mills Sr blind but writing W A Maugham.

Alex Saunders, Jr

Prudie Plymale Seeks Permanent Letters of Administration

Georgia Butis County notices Prudie Z Plymale applies for permanent letters of administration on the estate of R B Plymale. The ordinary requires creditors and next of kin to appear with cause why administration should not be granted. Dated June 1 1694. J F Carmichael Ordinary.

Georgia Butis Prudie Z. Plymale R. B. Plymale Prudie Plymale J. F. Carmichael

Citation to discharge administrator of Harkness estate

J M Crawford administrator cum testamento annexo petitions to be discharged from A M Harkness estate by the 1st Monday in August 1894. Heuraths and creditors are cited to show cause why letters of dismission should not be granted. Dated April 26, 1894.

Georgia Butts County J. M. Crawford A. MM. Harkness A. M. Harkness

Land and Machinery for Sale in Jackson Ga Listings

For sale 312 acres near depot with two branches and irrigation water. Includes a nearly new 20 HP Water Town engine and roller, and a Brewer’s Sword brick machine with 25,000 bricks per ten hours. Also Spring Flat, Tray brick barrows, belting, tools, and oil. Titles perfect. Separate sale by agreement. Contact D J Spencer or T J McCord Jackson Ga for prices and terms.

H. P. Watertown Brewer's Sword D. J. Spencer T. J. McCord

Prudie Plymale Widow Cited to Confirm 12 Month Allowance

Court cites all interested to show cause why the twelve month allowance for Prudie L Plymale widow of A B Plymale and her minor child should not be confirmed within the legally prescribed time. Ordinary J F Carmionagt.

Georgia Butts County Prudie L. Plymale A. B. Plymale J. F. Carmionagt

Minor Children of Rebecca Harris Support Notice

Appraisers have filed returns for twelve months support to the minor children of Rebecca Harris deceased. Citizens are cited to show cause why the allowance should not be granted on the first Monday in August 1894.

Georgia Butts Rebecca Harris

Butts County Clerk Candidate Declarations 1894 Primary

Multiple candidates announce for clerk of the Superior Court in Butts County ahead of the Democratic primary in August 1894. B P Bailey claims candidacy amid family needs. Davin J. Thaxton and John O’Rea announce as applicants supported by friends, veteran status, and requests for county Democratic nomination.

Sherby Superior Court Butts County B. P. Bailey Shereby Democratic Party Davin J. Tuaxton Joux O

Butts County Treasurer Primary Candidates Named

A historical notice lists candidates for re election or nomination for county treasurer of Butts County. Individuals named include T. L. Williams Uncle Alex Wilkinson and A. J. Roberts with reference to Democratic party action and the August 1st primary.

Ihereby Butts County Democratic Party T. L. Williams

Also Mentioned on This Page

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