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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1898
Page
8
A life convict harboring a pet rat sways guards with the plea to spare the animal and is allowed to keep it. The rat becomes his loyal companion, helping him reform into a model inmate who aids the governor and crafts bone toys for treats.
A New York Sun tale describes a bachelor of fifty plus with a wide social circle who attends a brilliant house party. Two youths lure a prompt exit, then stage a ruse to reveal the bachelor’s dog Dane guarding a room. The bachelor, fond of whisky and cigars, departs quietly, while the dog greets him at home, inspiring a wistful reflection on talking animals.
S M Geary of Pierson Michigan reports DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve is curing more piles today than all other remedies combined. It also relieves eczema and other skin diseases per Dr W L Carmichael and Co.
A quotation from the Atlanta Constitution recounts a Black storyteller arguing Moses was not meek when striking a rock to summon water. The speaker notes the act was forceful and unmeek, asking for the hat pass.
Willis asks his mother if a heart can be photographed after hearing a man tell Sue that her features were photographed on his heart. He suggests the man’s way of holding her implies the claim, reflecting a playful older newspaper quip.
The Globe Store advertises 10 pounds of good roasted coffee for one dollar cash only. The notice also promotes DeWitt's Little Early Risers famous little pills.
The southwest monsoon governs Haidarabad and much of central and southern India. It forms near Ceylon in May, strengthens across the Deccan, and reaches Haidarabad by June 5, continuing into September before a return current influences rainfall. The text notes the monsoon’s role in preventing drought and cites engineers and a medical quip about early rising.
An advertisement claims Browns Iron Bitters can cure dyspepsia and all stomach blood and nerve diseases despite varying symptoms. It asserts the product is invaluable for digestion and is sold by all dealers.
The notices announce candidates for Butts County sheriff and tax collector. J O Beauchamp and J M Crawford pledge Democratic primary compliance and service. T O Woodward Towaliga is named. Bailey Foster listed as deputy. H Land and W Benson claim sheriff candidacies with E C Robinson and W M Harkness seeking tax collector posts.
A.F Pitchett and J. G. Kimbell announce as tax receiver candidates pending Democratic party action. H Benton and N. J. Harmon also seek the same office with notes of illness and financial need impacting capability to work.
J A McMichael and John O Rear join the race for Clerk Superior Court subject to Democratic party action. Both are presented as candidates pending party selection and endorsement decisions.
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