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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1897
Page
3
Tib Wilson visits from Finchersville and Miss Alma Peek tours Indian Spring street. Dr Tichenor antiseptic advertised as good for man or beast at 50 cents. W J Pate and P Weber spend Sundays in Atlanta. Hanes the jeweler sells silverware clocks and jewelry. Alma Peek and Lula Browning visit Griffin, Beauchamp delivers ice, Early Risers touted for headaches, and various local residents mentioned in passing.
An 19th century style advertisement touts Arnica Salve as the best for cuts bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions with money back guarantee. It lists price at 25 cents and notes availability at druggists and DeWitt Hazel salve cures piles burns and scalds.
The article notes Mrs. A J Webb return to Jackson after visiting Covington. Carmichael adverts promote DeWitt's pills and other remedies. local residents Carmichael, Wright and Miss Goodall visit Jackson. Bahama Pineapples arrive via Allen & Co. Globe Store advertises trimmed hats and Monday bargains. Millinery sale and a Jackson buggy incident are mentioned.
The Argus notes C. R. Gwyn son of Pike County's late sheriff recently graduated from Emory College will pursue a legal career. He will enter Judge E. F. Dupree's law office at Zebulon to begin his studies at once. Charley Gwyn is expected to become a capable lawyer.
In Crocket Texas the Enterprise discusses DeWitt’s Little Early Risers for sick headaches and stomach disorders. It notes Miss O:44 x of Jenkinsburg is ill at her father H. G. Asbury’s home and wishes her a speedy recovery. Tax receiver N J Harmon reminds returns due by July 1 to avoid double taxation. Also mentions picnic goods at Allen & Co.
A nostalgic item notes how Castoria accompanied a girl from infancy to motherhood and beyond. The verse highlights the product as a trusted remedy echoed across ages, emphasizing consistent use from babyhood to childbearing.
Notice highlights the Jackson Banking Co as a solid institution with management that inspires public faith. The quarterly statement is cited as supporting the high opinion of the bank and its perceived safety.
A Lancaster Ohio man testifies that Simmons Liver Regulator cured a three year malaria fever in less than a bottle. He says he will use it again and recommends it to others in need of medicine.
Photographer Guthrie takes a second snap at a group of Masons Wednesday morning after an initial failed attempt. The retry yields a clear image of the assembled members.
Ice can be bought from Beauchamp and Crawford at Goggans for one cent per pound.
The write up notes Threat Moore’s late achievements admired by the State. His father says he always knew there was talent in his son while his mother smiles in pride. Medals won are kept wrapped in a Georgian rag. Walter Moore Threat’s brother pursues farming and reads in his field.
Daily arrivals of fresh produce at Allen and Co. indicate steady supply from local gardens and markets. Retail display highlights include apples, oranges, carrots, and potatoes with ongoing restocks to meet customer demand.
Local items report ice sales at Beauchamp Crawford and J M Goggans, church progress, Miss Minnie Carmichael visiting Atlanta, and Dr W L Carmichael sightings. Also promotions for Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy, DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve, and Dr Tichenor’s Antiseptic. Social visits, Masons’ corner stone event, real estate notes, and a spring Teachers Institute update.
An old advertisement proclaims that One Minute Cough Cure cures. The claim asserts the remedy fixes coughs quickly, presenting a direct health benefit to users.
Worthville couple Mr. Riley Main and Miss Delia Yancy exchanged vows last Sunday in a ceremony performed by Esquire Thrasher. The Argus offers congratulations to the newlyweds.
Don’t miss the Bargain Counter Sale on Mondays at Globe Store with new deals each week. The ad notes weekly discounts and shopping specials for customers seeking low prices.
The community mourns the death of Mr. F. S. Cater former cashier of the Jackson Banking Company who died at his Macon home last Thursday. He lived in the area about 16 months and was known for his upright conduct and Christian life, earning esteem and affection from all. The notice extends sympathy to the bereaved family.
Advertises De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve as a quick and permanent remedy for piles and skin diseases. States many years of suffering cured with the product sold by Dr. W. L. Carmichael & Co.
The notice states that the writing class is postponed until Monday morning next June 28 due to long church services and the week of Teacher's Institute at Indian Spring. Attendees are asked to be prompt.
Little Ruth Bankston, daughter of Mr and Mrs Percival Bankston, died last week of brain fever. The community offers condolences to grieving parents. An advertisement extols Dr Tichenors Antiseptic as a superior healing liquid at 50 cents per bottle.
Advertises Electric Bitters as a non alcohol tonic for elderly patients to aid bowels kidneys and digestion. Describes mild action, strengthens organs, and positions it as a safe aid for natural functions with prices fifty cents and one dollar per bottle. Also promotes Allen & Co for grocery needs during pancake season.
A long running church gathering at the Baptist church draws growing interest with many converts and new members. Rev. C. W. Durden assists Pastor Dr. G. H. Carter in earnest preaching as the Argus anticipates a season of refreshing for the town. Allen & Co offers top flour and canned goods.
A reader letter praises the Heart Throbs by Mr McDonald as a national hit but faults the Times for excluding him. The correspondent notes the author’s modesty and implies McDonald’s singing voice is worn from performing the song. The piece ends with a friendly sign-off.
A curated display showcases cakes and crackers from top bakeries at Alien & Co. The collection highlights refined pastries and artisanal snacks, offering a glimpse of upscale confectionery artistry across partner shops.
Judge Hammond extends a cordial invitation to the editor to attend Elgin religious services next Sunday. The invitation is filed for use at the first opportunity.
Sunday morning about 1 o clock Henry Bledsoe and a white man carried a white baby a few weeks old to John Cash wife at his home north of town. The Cash woman paid four dollars for a cotton hood while tending the child. The negroes deny knowing the parties or their names and Henry Bledsoe offers a vague account.
Official consolidated returns from a June 19 1897 primary show Ball and Jolly as candidates. Ball won a majority of votes cast and is declared Democratic nominee to fill the unexpired term of T L Williams deceased. Signed June 21 1897 by Obe Hendrick chairman and J W Minter secretary pro tem of the Democratic Executive Committee.
The court house building committee opened bids at the ordinary's office on Tuesday and selected the Jasper Construction Company of Jasper Alabama for 19744 dollars after reviewing eight bids. The firm plans to begin work immediately with a reliable local contractor at the helm and promises minimal delay.
Last Wednesday night in a camp area a horse shied at a hole in a bridge, damaging a buggy and throwing a young lady. The horse from Billy Brown then struck another buggy driven by Harold Griffin, another wheel broke, and a passenger was dragged briefly. Both riders escaped serious harm, with only bruises and vehicle damage reported. The event spared lives and the main loss was two demolished vehicles and a horse.
The ad claims a rapid cough cure designed to ease throat irritation and relieve coughing swiftly. It markets the product to readers seeking fast relief from common colds and chest discomfort.
Yesterday morning Henry county school commissioner J Daniel opened the institute in Indian Spring Ga. Rev Smith of Locust Grove led prayer. Prof N W Hurst of Flovilla welcomed attendees and Prof W L Reeves spoke on orthography. Various teachers from Jackson Locust Grove Griffin Forsyth and Hawkinsville attended and presented demonstrations and addresses by Fitzpatrick Baldwin and Reeves. Lost cuffs with gold buttons reported. found cuffs and buttons displayed for owner.
R. H. Carverr advertises painting services for both plain and ornamental work. He claims to deliver first class results and promises profitability for clients who hire him. The note highlights trust in local trade.
Farmers seeking Muriate of Potash can purchase it from J. B. Settles at The Star Store.
Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally and acts on the blood and mucous surfaces. Send for testimonials from F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio. Sold by druggists for 75 cents. Hall's Family Pills described as the best. Notary Public A. W. Gleason appears in the ad.
Elizabeth Knott of Atlanta reports four years of troublesome nasal discharge with bone fragments and foul taste. After using Botanic Blood Balm B B B three bottles, symptoms subsided for over a year and health improved. She endorses Dr L M Gilliam’s knowledge of her case and promotes B B B at $1 per bottle sold by druggists.
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