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Newspaper

Jackson Argus

Location

Jackson, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1897

Page

5

June Sheriff Sale In Butts County Georgia 1897

The June sheriff sale in Butts County Georgia will occur at the courthouse door in Jackson on the first Tuesday in June 1897. Property described as one house and lot of about half an acre with specified boundaries is sold to satisfy an execution in Mills Bailey vs Mary Barber and Thomas Hendrick. The sale is cash during legal hours. levy by A E Wilkinson. Also a public notice cites appraisers setting apart twelve months support for E L Weaver widow and requires creditors and next of kin to appear and show cause why allowance should not be confirmed.

Georgia Butts Jackson Southern Railroad J. H. Land J. W. Moor S J.O. Beauchamp E. L. Weaver Wm. R. Weaver Jas. F. Carmichael

Tax Ordinance Imposes Fee for Opera Houses in Jackson

City council ordinance sets a 15 dollar tax for opera houses and public halls for 1897 unexpired year. Exemptions apply for venues paying the tax and for the Jackson Institute. A 5 dollar tax is also levied for house or sign painting contracts for the same year. Signed by Joseph Jolly and B P Bailey.

Jackson Jackson Institute Beit Joseph Jolly B. P. Bailey Treas

Notice to Contractors for New Butts County Courthouse

The Ordinary of Butts County Georgia invites sealed proposals for erecting a two story brick courthouse with tower and stone foundations. Bids due June 22 1897 at noon. Plans seen in Jackson and Atlanta offices. A $1000 bid bond required with 25 percent retained. county may reject any bid.

Butts County Jackson Georgia Court House Bruce & Morgan Atlanta Jas. F. Carmichael

Bicycle Ordinance in Jackson Cites Slow Rides and Bells

The town of Jackson adopts rules for bicycles on sidewalks limiting speed to six miles per hour and equating it to a moderate horse trot. Riders must carry a bell and lights after twilight, avoid the public square fronting stores, ring bells to signal when passing pedestrians, and slow at crossings. Violations face fines of one to five dollars or 1-10 days in the calaboose, with a catchall clause for conflicting ordinances. Approved April 13 1897 by Mayor Balley and Clerk Joseph Jolly.

Jackson Calaboose Wippasee Oseph Jolly B.p,balley

Dismission Request for John B Carmichael Trust

Executor I B Carmichael seeks letters of dismission for John B Carmichael case in Jackson County. Judge Jas F Carmichael will rule on July first at the office in Jackson County. April 5, 1897.

I. B. Carmichael John B. Carmichael Jackson Jas. F. Carmichael

Letters of Administration in Burt County Georgia

Fleming J. Ward applies for permanent letters of administration on Martha Bradley Ward's estate in Burt County Georgia. Creditors and next of kin are cited to appear at the office within legal time to show cause why administration should not be granted. Witnesses the official signature dated the 83 day of April, 1897.

Georgia Burts County Fleming J. Ward Martha Bradley Ward Martha Bradly Ward

Tennessee Centennial Exposition Opens in Nashville

Grounds and buildings dedicated to Tennessee on June 1 1896 honor the centennial of statehood with $1 million in contributions from Davidson County and Nashville. The article praises the exhibits, notes comparisons to Atlanta, and extols the Parthenon as a standout structure while quoting officials and a physician endorsing Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy.

Atlanta Chicago Nashville Charles E. Harman Western and Atlantic Railroad Harman United States Washington, D. C

Up-to-Date Dentistry in Macon Southern Dental Parlors

The News lauds Macon dental care for modern, pain reduced practice. Dr. Long and Dr. J. L. Young lead the Southern Dental Parlors, known for crown and bridge work, rose pearl plates, and world-class facilities drawing patients from across Georgia.

Macon Georgia City Long South J. L. Young

A Physician Talks. The Remarkable Affidavit of Dr Blundin

An affidavit from Dr. Lewis Blundin details a paralysis spanning twenty five years linked to typhoid and spinal inflammation. He credits William C. Todd and Jefferson physicians before praising Williams Pink Pills for Pale People, claiming marked recovery from paralysis and related vertigo.

Philadelphia Times Lewis D. Blundin Bridgewater Hulmeville Jefferson Medical College Phila Manayunk William C. Todd Philadelphia I. W. Gross Pancoast Jefferson College Dr. On Dr. Williams George Barrison

Money Making Scheme Heads to Butts County Recruiters

A Baltimore style ad offers quick earnings with no capital or education required. H C Hudgins & Co invites three to four energetic men to represent them in Butts and nearby counties, promising light year round work and sure profits.

Butts H.C. Hudgins & CO Kiser Atlanta

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