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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1894
Page
2
A west woman whose husband is jailed for advanced ideas claims sickness stems from the mind. She argues belief alone cures pain and disease, insisting real ailments like fever or injury are imaginary unless one accepts them as true. The piece pleads for mercy from the mockery of modern thinkers.
In Mrs. C. C. Post edited Freedom a column from Mr. C. C. Post recalls beating a rival in an agate sweepstakes as inspiration. The piece complains fidelity wanes and laments church influence, urging Democrats to defend the party and rescue its name and principles.
Hon T J Dempsey writes to explain his vote to abolish the county court in Butts County. He says the move reflected majority will, notes salaries and treasury use if a court exists, and pledges to yield to public sentiment by ballot or referendum. He thanks readers for past favors and promises to uphold democracy.
The Thomasville Advertiser, seven weeks old, doubles in size since birth and shows rapid expansion as a local newspaper milestone.
The scene centers on the Jackson bank where Captain Watson the cashier projects caution, and F S Etheridge the vice president explains the reasons. A man arrives with a doleful look as a decision could secure a home for his wife and children or deny it. Jim Kinard and visiting girls share a light moment outside as anticipation builds.
The Jonquil Party at Mrs. Tassie Tucker’s home in Jackson delighted rising social circles last Friday evening. Yellow jonquils and greens adorned the house while Mr. and Mrs. Buttrill and Mrs. Fretwell aided hosting. Miss Myrtle Pound entertained with songs as guests arrived and lingered in the bright, flower-filled setting.
Oliver Simmons, a Black man, was killed by a train in Jackson on Friday night. The coroner held an inquest at the depot where jurors endured a long hearing. a dubious witness unsettled the panel, but the verdict cleared the railroad of blame, noting the train's approach and the deceased could have waited moments.
Public notices include announcements for tax collector and tax receiver candidates G E Harmon and J H Ham subject to Democratic Party action. Also a mortgage sale description by J W Crum & Co. and Anderson & Curry. probate notices cite administrators Laura Deason and John Beauchamp with dismission dates in May 1894.
At Engle Chapel on Sunday March 17 Mr Wiggins and Miss Folds wed with Rev J M Speer officiating. It was the first couple united in the new church and the entire community wishes them prosperity. Do not take internal remedies for Female Diseases. Common sense requires a direct application like Orange Blossom.
Court notice to all persons with claims against B C Kinard late of the county to present them within the legal period. Creditors must show character and amount. Debtors urged to settle with J R Carmichael administrator on March 1 1694.
An old classified style notice touts Harp's market behind Dr Crum's store offering well seasoned pork sausage described as clean. It also mentions a tonic Wine of Cardus for Women and a promotional sweepstakes for a gold watch with 25cc. Thornton and Hooten advertise horses and mules at cost via Bickers and Byars.
Promoter urges customers to buy Jackson buggies early to avoid being left with a mule while others roll to picnics with their partners. The quip warns competitors may haul your best girl if you delay.
Notice to advertisers that all new or changed ad copy must be in the office by Monday each week to appear in the following issue. The message stresses crowding and the need for ample time to publish and asks advertisers to be considerate.
On June 1 1894 guardian W A Newsy of Sallie Belle Nolen James Nolen Mary Zou Nolen Bessie M Nolen and Isaac H Nolen applies to the Superior Court of the Flint circuit to sell eighty three acres in Georgia for reinvestment. The land sits near a railroad three miles from Floxville and near W C Whidby I Z Pye G T Carson and J A Smith. The reason cites danger to children from passing trains and farming impracticalities. The hearing will occur in Griffin Spalding County Georgia.
The notice advertises remaining stock of Standard Guanos Acids and Cotton Seed Meal available by calling J R Carmichael at the Jackson Carriage Factory 21 Harp sells fresh meats of all kinds.
The notice lists garden work by Sill Berney near H. F. Gilmore's planing mill offering quick service. Dr Cantrell provides dental work for cash or on time. Harp's meat market claims the best sausage in Jackson and the cleanest can. Thornton and Hooten advertise fine horses and new vehicles, arriving soon.
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