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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1894
Page
5
The Brown Shoe Co advertises deep discounts on men and children footwear. Brogans and Kip ties list prices with marked down values, plus Latin oil bals and Congress shoes at reduced rates. The Blue Ribbon school shoe for children is highlighted as a warranted item drive to clear stock.
Miss Mattie Paul invites friends to visit a bustling dry goods shop. The ad highlights heavy check fabrics, school boy jeans, thread, blankets, quilts, and a full line of gents furnishings at bargain prices, promising better values than competitors.
A local ad touts men and boys suits at deep discounts from 99c to prices as high as 20 090. The offer promises “come and see it” with no cost to browse and notes various fabric types and savings on men’s and boys’ suits.
A local grocer Red headed Thompson advertises cheaper groceries and hardware than rivals. The ad boasts low prices including chewing tobacco at 25 cents a pound and invites customers to hurry to see the bargains.
A local seller advertises fur hats priced from 17 cents to four dollars and singles and multi pack offers. The copy promises underselling against all competitors and urges readers to visit to be convinced.
A concise ad from Gunn, Potts & Co. invites readers to visit the Blue Store for attractive new merchandise. It pledges customer satisfaction and offers special incentives aimed at country merchants.
The Americas scene notes Charlie Smith at the Star Store teasing his mustache and shouting cash while a donkey sale tale and a corset demand steal attention. Maj. Bacon’s senate bid excites Georgia voters as tariff debates split the nation and church, fair, and store chatter fill the town.
Notice from D. F. Thaxton warns debtors to settle accounts by the first day of November or face legal action.
A summoned juror asks to be excused saying he owes ten dollars and wishes to locate the creditor to pay. The judge questions the honesty of hunting someone down to settle a bill and excuses him, remarking that he does not want a juror who would lie.
The author notes a fine year for sweet potatoes but prices remain around one dollar per bushel in the market. Land yields 200 bushels per acre with easier, cheaper cultivation than cotton, potentially earning about 85 dollars more per acre at fifty cents per bushel, yet farmers neglect potatoes to grow cotton.
George Collier spent yesterday in Griffin greeting residents and answering questions. He arranged Indian Spring water to be sold at Dickerson Brothers for one cent per glass fresh from the spring. The gas will diminish some, but its medicinal properties remain unimpaired and healthful.
The piece argues for Major Bacon as Georgia’s choice for U S senator, predicting legislative election on first ballot. It contends voters prefer him over politicians, notes mass meetings directing votes, and cites Mon ticello Jasper county support reversing Turner endorsement in his favor.
An acre lot in town with a five room dwelling and two tenant houses, plus two wells. Ideal for someone near church and school. For terms contact J. M. Finley or D. J. Spencer, Jackson Georgia. August 23, 1894.
A speaker recalls weekly letters and gifts from a man who seemed caring toward a motherly figure. Trusting his kindly acts, the narrator forgives his surly manner until one morning at the depot reveals him with a galion jug of liquor.
A playful Dalton Argus item recounts newlyweds on a bridal trip aboard a train. The groom warns his wife Sal to hold on as a fence crossing looms, then quips that populist friends should brace for the Democrats to jump a fence next Wednesday.
The Matthews Northrup Co publishes a new West Pocket indexed map of Georgia showing counties cities villages post offices and stations with all railroads in seven colors. Correct to date and printed on strong covers. Mailed on receipt of 13 two cent stamps. Address Matthews Northtrup Co Buffalo NY. Fast seller. Agents wanted.
A patron endorses Monticello Male and Female Academy praising inclusive schooling, rapid learning, and capable faculty. The writer commends Miss Beck for guiding older girls and Miss Holley for engaging young children while affirming Mr Moore’s leadership and promising support for the school.
The editorial notes Democratic losses in Wednesday's election and urges full party organization in every county and militia district to mobilize supporters for November. It argues Populists gained momentum and may win congressional seats, though Democrats retain state government control.
The Griffin Call urges a colt display in Griffin on Saturday October 13 with 25 dollars for the best Colt from Flams Beau. The plan aims to boost stock raising and invites Butts and neighboring counties to participate with premiums and judges to award prizes. The paper also calls for a Jackson colt show and offers assistance with advertising and enrollment.
The article argues that northern farmers and fruit growers are migrating south due to better crops, cheaper land, and favorable farming conditions. It notes drought in the north, declining western land speculation, and the south offering cheaper labor, milder winters, and growing opportunities in truck gardening and fruit production.
Rev J Gunderman of Dimondale Mich writes of his wife’s illness in Rives Junction where severe coughing and La Grippe symptoms eased quickly after using Dr King’s New Discovery. Trial bottles were offered at R G Bryans drug store with regular sizes 50c and 1.00.
I drove to a Kentucky farmhouse and asked for water at a well. The farmer replied there was no water in the place while admitting he thought I wanted a drink. He hurried away to fetch a gourd for himself.
The ad touts four guaranteed remedies Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds Electric Bitters for liver stomach and kidneys Bucklen’s Amica Salve and Dr King’s New Life Pills. The dealer R G Bryans' drug store invites customers to learn more.
A notice from J M Bankston and Co of Jenkinsburg Georgia warns overdue notes and accounts must be settled by October 1 or will be turned over to an officer for collection.
An advertisement from the Blood Balm Co. of Atlanta Georgia offers blood and skin disease cures. A large bottle can be obtained for one dollar or six bottles for five dollars with prepaid shipping. The company asks readers to request their book of cures sent free and to read the ad in another column.
Springer Bros advertise a new opening selling second hand and new goods at low prices. Items include clothing furniture pianos organs sewing machines trunks clocks carpets and rugs fronting Armand Moon Co on Second Street. Also Orange Blossom remedy sold by W L Carmichael.
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