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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1895
Page
2
Local reading notices priced at 5 cents per line per insertion obituary notices at 1 dollar each Full schedule available on application Remittances by bank draft post office money order or registered letter Currency sent at owner risk Published every Friday in the year
The piece argues that all Democrats seek sound money but differ on method. True bimetalists push silver restoration as primary money with fixed ratio, while gold monometalists seek ratios now. Restoration first, ratios second. if ratio changes, reduce gold, not silver, to increase gold dollars without shrinking silver.
A quoted man proclaims a desire for “dear money and cheap products,” a statement accused as ignorance or folly. The speaker condemns the notion as perpetual servitude and laments the foolhardy view, invoking divine admonition.
A heated debate frames silver coinage as a class struggle pitting the poor against the rich. One side predicts cheap money and currency contraction, while the other warns free coinage ruins the nation. Goldbugs seek a premium, expecting silver to be restored only after they extract gains from debtors and farmers.
The piece denounces the populist push for a income tax and silver coinage, praising the constitutional approach and warning of increased government bonds under Cleveland. It attacks the Flovilla Headlight for equating Jefferson Lincoln and Jesus Christ with populism, calling such claims sacrilegious and out of step with Christianity.
A 550 foot steel tower with elevators and spectator galleries is planned as the star concession at the Cotton States and International Exposition. The exterior will feature electric lights controlled by an automatic switch-board, promising a marvel akin to a modern steel landmark.
In a letter dated August 14 1903 A H Colquitt argues repeal alone won t relief. He backs free unlimited coinage of silver and warns current policy concentrates money in autocrats and plutocrats. He notes Sherman law adds 40 million annually to circulation and seeks remedies. The Dublin Courier is cited and Thaxton is blamed for not publishing earlier.
The piece argues that proponents of bimetalism now demand state banks to stabilize finances, while resisting silver remonetization. It claims the public understands and will support financial reform despite opposition.
The speaker, praising Grover of Buzzard Bay fame, says he supports bimetalism but wants another country to take the lead. He condemns the approach as dis gusting and suggests avoiding personal credit.
Steps are taken to organize a fire department for protection of buildings nearing completion at the Cotton States and International Exposition. Chief W B Joyner of the Atlanta fire department will supervise, and is described as without superior in the United States.
Dr. David T. Day, chief of the Department of Mines and Mining at the Cotton States and International Exposition, is arranging an exhibit to make aluminum from Georgia bauxite in the Mines and Forestry building. It is expected to be one of the most interesting displays on the grounds.
A Savannah reader testifies that P. P. P. dramatically improved Mary Ingraham who was bedridden after failed blood medicines. Another letter from Monticello, Florida, recounts malaria rheumatism and hair loss reversed after four bottles, ending with a strong recommendation.
The text promotes a salve branded as the best in the world for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter and cracked hands with a guarantee of satisfaction or money back. It is priced at 25 cents per box and sold by R G Bryan and Co.
Horticulturist Byren N. Starnes reports Georgia Experiment Station findings on cow peas Dolichos elatang that root tubercles host microbes enabling atmospheric nitrogen fixation. Studies show vines store nitrogen in roots and stubble, with best use as hay or ensilage, and note that climate and soil type affect fertilizer efficiency, favoring acid phosphate over Florida soft phosphate for vine growth.
A survey lists cow pea varieties and their performances. New Eve best for early maturity, Congo and White Girt show fast harvest. Red Ripper and Shinny yield vines well. Unknown, Calico, Clay and White Brown Hull top peas. Erect types like Unknown and Whippoorwill suit hay. Calico and Constitution ideal for dense winter vines. Sugar Crowder and Mush praised for table use. Black strong for stock pea grazing. Unknown leads all purpose.
Short questions from farmers on practical farm tapes will be answered by a Station staff member and published if of general interest. otherwise answers will be sent by mail. Include a name post office and address to the Director Georgia Experiment Station Experiment GA.
Advice on storing Irish potatoes for fall or winter sales in Georgia. Old tubers dug in June won’t keep. Lookout Mountain variety shows better late planting from July 15 to August 15 and can be stored after digging in November. Barrelling or cellar storage preferred. floors and racks in a designed barn may enable orderly shelf access.
The author argues Irish potatoes can be stored by late planting and October digging, using barrel methods and stubble land after grain. Lookout Mountain potatoes are available from H H Arrington in Summerville, Georgia, with winter protection by banking as with sweet potatoes.
Circuit Judge John M. Rice of Louisa, Lawrence County Kentucky recounts a six year recovery from rheumatic sciatic pain after use of Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. He credits the pills with liver restoration and renewed strength, citing life saving effects and urging readers to obtain them from druggists or the Schenectady company.
Dr J A McGill offers Orange Blossom as a direct external remedy for leucorrhoea ulceration and painful menses. The advertisement claims it draws out fever and relieves womb disorders without internal treatments. Send address to Chicago for a free sample and home treatment directions.
William Price of Luttsville Missouri says Botanic Blood Balm cured his sciatic rheumatism after nine years of disability. He traveled to Hot Springs and tried various doctors before using the balm and regaining full use of his arm and leg. He notes he is well known locally.
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