Jackson Markets Best Cotton and Commodities
Prices listed include Best Cotton at 14 cents per unit, cotton seed at 1.60 dollars per hundred, eggs at 20 cents, butter at 20 cents, and sugar at 18 pounds for 1.00 dollar.
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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1910
Page
4
Prices listed include Best Cotton at 14 cents per unit, cotton seed at 1.60 dollars per hundred, eggs at 20 cents, butter at 20 cents, and sugar at 18 pounds for 1.00 dollar.
Judge J H Ham will be at Jenkinsburg with the registration book next Wednesday and at Towaliga on Friday following. It is very important that every voter register before April 5.
Mr C M Bowles resigns as agent at the Southern depot after years of service and buys an interest in the Jackson Lumber Company. He will join as secretary treasurer under President W P Nutt and Vice President Manager B S Crum. The firm aims for strong business. The Butts Lumber Company buys Gilmore Lumber and will run a wholesale lumber operation with Gilmore joining the new venture.
Eight Black suspects were jailed this week after detectives traced incidents aimed at wrecking the Southern air line between here and Flovilla in February. A preliminary trial is set for next week. The offense is grave and, if proven guilty, the full extent of the law will be applied.
Despite the cool weather the millinery parlors drew crowds as hats and bonnets were artistically displayed. Local hats, many from fashion centers and crafted by skilled milliners, featured rich trimming and striking styles. Dress goods and trimmings complemented the scene, with Jackson merchants praised for stylish selections and courteous service.
The infant died Thursday after a week's illness. The child, a cherished member of the home circle, is deeply mourned by Mr and Mrs Bil lie Thurston.
Miss Hattie Buttrill hosted a violet party from 3 30 to 6 30 p m at her home with bunco, violet themed bonbons, and a menu including chicken salad olives sandwiches charlotte russe fruit cake violet wafers. Guests included Martha Graves Q O Pound and many local ladies in attendance.
Gordon Institute marks Founder's Day on March 25 with a full program. The day includes a grand march, procession from the Post Office, an auditorium gathering, campus basket dinner, a Gordon vs Mercer baseball game, a Carnegie Library reception, class songs from Freshmen to Seniors, and addresses by C B Gibson of Columbus and Charles Murphey Candler of Decatur.
Sunday services at 11 a.m. and 7 30 p m feature Rev T C Carlton guest preacher with topic Old Clothes and New and The Revival Prep notes cover Carlton's Georgia origin education law practice and preaching career including 6000 conversions. Miss Lane serves as musical director and soloist. Don’t miss the meetings.
A cautionary note urges mothers to keep Foley's Honey and Tar for first signs of croup. The advertisement claims the product has saved many children and notes it is sold by Slaton Drug Co.
Chamberlain's tablets are advertised to relieve chronic constipation headaches biliousness dizziness and dyspepsia. Sold by Slaton Drug Co Jackson Ga.
Mr. C Whitehurst buys Maxwell car to enjoy summer. Mrs R S Brown and Miss Julia move to rooms at Mrs Elizabeth Currie East Third street. Mr W S Wagner buys Mitchell machine to enjoy April showers and summer outings. Mr L R Dodson declares he will visit every precinct if elected Tax Collector. Mr J M Collins runs again for County Surveyor. Ham and Carter buy Dr R W Mays rear residence and plan a wagon room and hitching ground to serve customers at the new two story building site.
The ad claims liver and bowel troubles cause loss of appetite and indigestion with nervousness and headaches. It touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a world’s best stomach and liver remedy, easy to take and sold for 25 cents at Whitehurst’s drug store.
Jos L Warner and Company presents a large selection of bicycles and repair services positioned between Atlanta and Macon. Shop offers overview of models, accessories, and expert maintenance for riders. Local trade emphasis highlights convenience and dependable service for cyclists in the region.
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