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City officials and staff listed with Parry Lee editor and publisher John C McDonald city editor. Historic newspaper masthead notes Jackson Argus as official city and county paper dated Friday March 18 1898.
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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1898
Page
4
McDonald Named City Editor At The Argus
The Argus announces John G. McDonald as city editor highly regarded as a versatile local man in Georgia with strong news intuition and talent to highlight humor pathos and humanity, promising more attractive local features.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Argus
John G. McDonald
McDonald
Georgia
Bob Berners Speech Sparks Georgia Governor Talk
Bob Berners Monticello address last Saturday draws wide attention though The Argus says it was not surprising. Observers believe Berner could win if he speaks across every county in Georgia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Berner
Monticello
The
Argus
Berner
Georgia
Doctor W C Bryant Honored for Service in Pest House Camps
Dr W C Bryant accepted a dangerous post as physician for pest house and detention camps, a move the county views as fortunate. The Argus commends his professional stature, successful practice, and loyal, self sacrificing conduct in fulfilling duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.C. Bryant
W Bryant
Pest Thouse
Bryant
The
Argus
Bob Berner Campaign Speech in Monticello Georgia
Hon Robt L Berner opened his gubernatorial campaign in Monticello Ga on the 12 inst His remarks claim the Georgia constitution has been violated oppose monopolies and defend taxes for both widow and millionaire He presents himself as friend of labor and foe to excess capital urging voters to choose God or Mammon and support his bid for governor with a pledge to protect common people.
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Robt. L. Berner
Monticello Ga
Georgia
Berner
Bob Berner
Press caution urged by grand jury in North Georgia county
The grand jury calls for careful press conduct to avoid lowering morals while supporting truthful reporting. It criticizes sensationalism and names The Iconoclast and Looking Glass as demoralizing, urging editors and writers to curb sensationalism for the public good. The Argus endorses these views.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Georgia
the Argus
Looking Glass
The J C Ayer Company Celebrates 50th Anniversary
The Argus highlights The J C Ayer Company as a leading local advertiser. The Lowell Mass firm marked its 50th anniversary with a banquet for employees and friends, featuring speeches by company officers the mayor and other notable figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Argus
J. C. Ayer Company
Lowell
Mass
Jasper County eyes top Georgia roads with new machines
Our sister county of Jasper is pushing for better roads as the Advocate reports three road machines now in use. More than thirty convicts are employed on public roads, signaling plans for Jasper to have Georgia's best highways.
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Jasper
Georgia
Advice on marriage licenses for northern men to marry in the south
The Athens Banner urges young northern men to seek wives in the south claiming low breach of promise suits and few divorces there. It argues southern women are not after rich husbands and warns to avoid "designing" women by migrating to the south.
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Athens
South
Jexyl and Hyde
R. N. Etheridge
J. B. Carmichael
Charlie Thomas
Floyd Etheridge
the Morrison
Bryan the orator and political fervor in the south tour
The Fort Valley Leader reports Hon. W. J. Bryan touring southern states broadcasting the Chicago platform. His eloquence and populist reach are cited as shaping the 1900 Democratic bid, with belief he could become the standard bearer. The piece notes other local items including court judges up for reelection and a humorous breakfast habit of local officials.
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Bryan
Fort Valley
W. J. Bryan
Chicago
Pupil's Recital at Institute Chapel Draws Audience
A large audience attended the Pupil's Recital at the Institute chapel last Friday night. The exercises were interesting and well executed, earning liberal applause. Professors Johnson and Hunt and their faculty are advancing the county's education and placing Jackson Institute among the state's top schools.
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Institute Chapel
Johnson
Hunt
Jackson Institute
For Sale Clean shop coal at fifteen cents per hundred
Classified note offers clean shop coal for sale at 15 cents per hundred with application details at Jackson Sail Mill.
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Jackson Sail Mill
Court actions in Butts county proceed to clear docket
The Butts county Superior Court, led by Judge Beck and Solicitor Bloodworth, disposed of several cases including whisky sales by Cynthia Hall and Bear Sims and hopeline sales by J T Bailey. Sentences ranged from fines to 12 months on the chaingang or county jail. Court adjourned to the 28th inst. with jurors to be called for the 30th. The Arcus thanks the judge and solicitor for efforts to curb lawlessness.
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Beck
Cynthia Hall
Cynthia
Butts County
Superior Court of
Bloodworth
Blind Tiger
Chain Gang
Bear
Sims
J. T. Bailey
Hopeline
Butts
Indian Creek Baptist Church Reunion at Locust Grove
Members of Indian Creek Baptist Church at Locust Grove are asked to meet at the church on the Saturday before the fourth Sunday in April for a reunion. Dinner on the ground will be served for all attendees.
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Supreme ‘Court
Simmons
Fish
Lewis
Indian Creek Baptist Church
Locust Grove
Democratic Party Sets Dual Conventions and Uniform Primaries
State Executive Committee in Atlanta selects separate conventions for state and judicial tickets. Uniform primary dates fixed: state June 6 with convention June 29, supreme court July 20 with convention June 28. District committeemen named from each district. Sixth District includes Douglass Glessner of Griffin and O H B Bloodworth of Forsyth. Announcement also cites J O Beauchamp as sheriff candidate, praising his popularity and service.
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Democratic Party
Atlanta
Ooese
Supreme Court
The Argus Expands Subscriptions and Paper Use
The Argus notes a surge in new names added to its subscription lists in recent weeks. It reports that more than one hundred pounds of white paper are used in each edition of the paper.
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The
Argus
Dressmaking Parlor Opens in Jackson Area
Mrs. E. J. Perry announces a new dressmaking parlor offering the latest fashions from fashionable modistes. Tailor made dresses and related services available next to Dr. Crum's Drug Store inviting local patronage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
E. J. Perry
Dr. Crum
Beauchamp Announces Democratic Nomination for Sheriff
County announces candidacy as the incumbent sheriff thanks residents and seeks the Democratic nomination. J O Beauchamp expresses gratitude for kindness shown during service.
Textile education urged to boost southern mills
The article urges the chamber of commerce to convene business leaders to discuss establishing textile schools in the South. It argues New England holds an artificial edge but the South has natural advantages if textile education is pursued, noting a $10,000 state appropriation tied to a $10,000 public match and urging immediate action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
South
New England
Courier Journal Offer Boosts Subscriptions
The Twice-a-Week Courier Journal is a Democratic paper printed Wednesdays and Saturdays. It publishes Clean News on Wednesday and home interest stories on Saturday, edited by Henry Watterson. The Jackson Argus offers a clubbing deal for prepaying subscribers.
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Courier Journal
Henry Watterson
Courier-Jornal
Courier-Journal
Jackson Argus
Also Mentioned on This Page
Parry Lee
Epitor
John C. McDonald
J.C. Ayer CO
Col. M. P. Hall
Judge Beck
Tigers
J. O. Beauchamp
Beauchamp
Convention of Sheriffs and Clerks
J.0
Textile Education
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