14 Mar 1913
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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1913
Page
1
The Teachers' Institute urged practical aims for rural education. Eleven objectives were listed from health and livelihood to civic duty and self control. Critics warned against overemphasizing abstract symbols and urged inserting practical study topics into rural and high school curricula to better prepare youth for active life and citizenship.
St John s Lodge No 45 F and A M conferred the Master s degree on Rev M S Williams at a Tuesday night called communication. Worshipful Master H M Fletcher presided as Masons from twelve lodges and over the state attended the event. The lectures were praised and St John s Lodge notably active in its new quarters attracts strong material for the craft.
Ephor Argus recounts visiting McCord's old mill area and notes road widening, hill modifications, and dirt road improvements. He praises recent changes around the Public Square and Masonic Hall corner, saying Georgia’s Atlanta inspires progress as Jackson has advanced over eighteen years.
G L Spencer of Atlanta traveled Tuesday to visit his father Thomas A Spencer at his home on Dempsey avenue and College street.
Chattanooga faces a large turnout as veterans prepare for the Confederate reunion at Jackson Park Camp Stewart. The event, recalling the association’s New Orleans founding led by General John B. Gordon, aims for a brilliant, well organized gathering honoring General A. P. Stewart and honoring the Civil War veterans in a city effort led by Mayor T. C. Thompson.
C O D parcels may be sent by parcel post after July 1 1913 with insured limits up to 100 dollars. Collections incur a fee per money order and may be prepaid by deducting charges from the bill. The tag must show the amount due the sender and the collection fee for remittance. The process ends with a money order issued and mailed as C O D.
Dr R A Franklin announces the opening of his store for general merchandise in the Land and White building this month. The new firm will be R A Franklin and Co with W N Land and J W White of Land and White to be members and active in charge. Franklin will devote most time to the venture. Land and White’s grocery trade has grown since opening. The store is being remodeled for a mammoth stock and strong financial backing.
News of Col Threatt Moore recovering from a recent illness brings relief to his many friends. The bulletin notes his progress and gratitude from supporters.
In Jackson a Mothers' Club is formed with Mrs. R. P. Lasnett as President and Miss Julia Thornton as Secretary and Treasurer, later joined by Miss Laura Smith as Vice President. Meetings will be held Fridays with a subject like The Physical Development of the Child and time for teacher and mother fellowship.
W. T. Strickland of Luella has been visiting Mrs. Will Merritt during the week, sharing time and conversation at her home.
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