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Newspaper

Jackson Argus

Location

Jackson, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1908

Page

4

Jackson Markets Price List Report

Cotton 85 8c eggs 20c butter 20c sugar 18 pounds for 1 dollar cotton seed 70c per hundred.

Prisons Commission Moves to Key Convict Labor Plan

The Tur Prison Commission begins action on the new convict bill mailing circular letters to county officials detailing terms for convict labor on roads and offering agency support. Governor Hober Smith left for New York after voting for Brown and disfranchisement and plans to campaign for Bryan and Kern with several speeches in the West.

Tur Hober Smith New York Joseph M. Brown Bryan Kern West

Minister Drewry Answers $50,000 Breach Suit

Ordinary of Spalding county Judge Super J Drewry has filed his answer in a federal case brought by Louise Castino of Boston claiming breach of promise. He says she pursued him from the first meeting and was traveling to catch a husband. he notes he cannot wed a divorced woman. Nearby Fulton Superior Court judge Juper Exuis upholds the near beer tax, denying a petition by Atlanta dealers to block it. The case may go to Georgia Supreme Court. the tax will not be collected until final disposal.

J. A. Drewry Spalding County Louise Castino Boston Mass Judge Drewry Juper Exuis Fulton Superior Court Atlanta Supreme Court of Georgia

Daughters of the Confederacy to Meet at Mrs Crum’s

The Daughters of the Confederacy will gather at Mrs Crum’s residence next Tuesday at 3 30 in the afternoon for a regular meeting.

Daughters of the Confederacy

Deestrict Skule at Auditorium Friday Night

The Daughters of the Confederacy present a home talent Deestrict Skule at the Auditorium Friday evening next week. Known local ladies and gentlemen perform in a fun filled show with admission 25 cents for adults and 10 cents for children. Be there Friday the 16th.

Daughters of the Confederacy

Grarata Confederate Veterans Reunion Set for Atlanta

Grarata's 2500 to 3000 Confederate veterans will hold their annual reunion in Atlanta on October 23 and 24. The city has prepared hospitality for their entertainment and comfort as citizens respond generously to cover expenses.

Grarata Atlanta Atlanta Constitution Georgia

Governor Brown Leads In General Election Returns

In the Wednesday general election the official tally shows Governor Joseph M. Brown with 565 votes, Yancey Carter 23, Secretary of State Philip Cook 6380, Pension Commissioner J. W. Lindsey 301, State Senator 26th District S. H. Mays 507, Representative J. Matt McMichael 514, Ordinary J. H. Ham 515, Clerk Superior Court B. P. Bailey 515, Sheriff W. W. Wilson 516, Receiver of Tax Returns P. B. M. Wells 512, Tax Collector C. N. Mayfield 512, County Treasurer S. J. Smith 513, County Surveyor J. M. Collins 516, Coroner Jesse McKleroy 514, County Commissioners H. G. Asbury J. O. Gaston W. L. Wilder 515. Voters opposed amendment on qualifications of voters with 178 votes and favored amendment on qualifications of voters with 440 votes.

Joseph M. Brown Yancey Carter Philip Cook J. W. Lindsey S. H. Mays J. Matt Mc Michael J. H. Ham B. P. Bailey W. W. Wilson P. B. M. Wells C. N. Mayfield

Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertisement Claim

One hundred dollars reward offered for an uncured catarrh by Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney and Co Toledo Ohio. Endorsements by WaxSpine Kinnan and Marvin Toledo wholesale druggists. Internal cure claims, testimonials promised, price 75 cents per bottle. Also Hall's Family Pills for constipation.

F. J. Cheney & CO Toledo Ohio K. J. Cheney WaxSpine, Kinnan & Marvin O. Hall Hall

Hanna Drug Co Notice to Settle Debts at Store

Notice to parties indebted to the Hanna Drug Co to call and settle accounts at once with Mr. Van Fretwell at I. & J. Grodzinsky's store. The Hanna Drug Co by J. E. H. states they have waited patiently and aim to close all accounts promptly.

Hanna Drug Co Mr. van Fretwell I. & J. Groodzinsky J. E.H

Deestrict Skale at the Auditorium Friday Evening

A notice urges attendance at the Deestrict Skale event scheduled for Friday evening at the Auditorium on the 16th, promising an entertaining performance.

Second-hand 12 HP Portable Engine and Saw Mill For Sale

For sale a 12 horsepower portable traction engine on steel wheels and a No 1 DeLoach saw mill with a 48 inch inserted tooth saw. Price very low with suiting terms. Call or write J C Meredith Jackson Ga Also note the District Scale event at the Auditorium Friday October 16.

DeLoach Jackson J.C. Meredith

Oyster Delivery Ad: Call 174 for Fresh Oysters

An old newspaper snippet advertises oyster delivery with a simple callout to dial 174 on Wednesdays and Saturdays to obtain fresh oysters. The note emphasizes regular midweek and weekend availability without additional details.

Aubrey Redman Passes Away After Suffering Four Months

Last Saturday afternoon Aubrey Redman son of Col and Mrs C L Redman died after four months of illness. He contracted meningitis leading to paralysis and blindness yet remained lucid. Funeral services held Sunday at Stark Methodist Church with interment in the local cemetery as mourners reflect on suffering and faith.

Aubrey Col C. L. Redman Atlanta

DeWitts Little Early Risers Liver Pills Ad

DeWitts Little Early Risers are advertised as small, sure and safe liver pills sold by all druggists.

DeWitt

Tea promotion by Jack DemMpPsEY & Co offers Smith Bros varieties

The message promotes bulk tea options including Smith Bros tea from Jack DemMpPsEY & Co. Encourages trying the products and building interest in the brands.

Smith Bros Jack Demmppsey & Co

None Such Club Holds First Meeting at Carmichaels

The None Such Club met Tuesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Carmichael to enjoy old fashioned games and social merriment. Members include the Carmichaels Pound Lanier Newton Etheridge Nethers and Newton sisters plus several others. DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve is recommended for burns cuts and piles.

R. J. Carmichael O. A. Pound W. R. Lanier Park

Chamberlains Salve touted for skin and burns

A local ad claims Chamberlains Salve heals chapped skin on hands or face in one night and is unequaled for sore nipples burns and scalds with Slaton Drug Co in Jackson Ga selling it.

Chamberlain Slaton Drug Co Jackson

Nutt and Ball to Wed in Jackson Social News

Miss Leonora Nutt and Henry Otis Ball announce their approaching marriage in Jackson. The ceremony will be at the Nutt home on Tuesday the 29th at 5 p.m. after which the couple will depart for a bridal tour by the north-bound train.

Leonora Nutt Henry Otis Ball Jackson W.P. Nutt

Farmers Union Meeting in Jackson Court House

Members of the Farmers Union of Butts county are summoned to meet at the Jackson court house on Saturday October 10 at 2 p.m. J M Gaston presides.

Farmers’ Union of Butts County Court House Jackson J.M. Gaston Jackson and F. M. Allen J. L. Bostick DIXIE

Lyceum Opens Season At School Auditorium

The Lyceum course begins Tuesday night October 13 at the School Auditorium with Colonel Robert Seeds as first entertainer. Season tickets at $3.50 cover four attractions. individual admissions range from 50 to 75 cents. Dou ble season tickets offer lower per-event cost.

Lyceum Robert Seeds Col Boston Ladies Lon J. Beauchamp Otterhein W. R. Lanier

Also Mentioned on This Page

THE Jackson Argus City of Jackson Postoffice A. H. Shaver Jackson, GA Jackson Markets Mutual Life Industrial Association of Georgia Martha S. King Thaddeus B. Burford P. O Jas. F. Carmichael First National Bank Bldg Deestrict Skule S. J. Smith J. M. Collins Jesse McKleroy H. G. Asbury J. O. Gaston W. L. Wilder Destrict Skale Aubrey Redman DeWitt’s Call Farmers’ Union Meeting Dixie Grocery Dixie Grocery Co Jackson National Bank Pbs Operaos Jackson Banking Etheridge A. H. Smith F. McMahon
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