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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1898
Page
3
Editor Dave Thaxton lost a pocket book at the Southern depot in Macon amid crowding. A scuffle broke out as he accused a man, but the stranger denied. a partner was said to hold the book. The depot agent located a recovered bag containing passes and papers, with no money missing.
Dr W A Nelson announces preaching next Sunday at 11 a m at the Baptist church by Mr KE Y Mallary of Macon a respected business man who will also speak at the young people's meeting at 3 p m and again at 7 p m in the evening.
J G Jinks brother of B J Jinks longtime county surveyor died after a stroke at a neighbor’s house following a move to Dublin with his family. He was carried home and his remains were brought to Jackson for burial at 2 p m Sunday Rev W M Winn officiating. He leaves a wife and several children and many friends mourn his passing.
Tom King, a prisoner, escaped shackles after a 25 day street sentence for disorderly conduct. The tale notes a fresh six dollar chain and mocks King as a "bad negro." Separately, Mount Lebanon Shakers unveil a Digestive Cordial to aid dyspepsia, promising artificial digestion support and relief from a ten cent bottle.
Doctors advise using Laxol as the preferred pediatric remedy instead of Castor Oil, citing safety and gentleness for young patients.
Last Thursday Ed Elder closed the Elder House for winter and the Elder family left for Florida. Mrs. Paul of Jackson visits. Rosa Elder went to Macon for the Carnival. Mary Cleveland and Lulah Collier escaped a serious accident on a hill when the buggy shafts broke. Mr. B. A. Wright and Miss Ida Allen visit. Warner house and Calumet host guests.
Local ginners announce a price cut starting October 10 for cotton ginning to aid farmers after Sunday's storm. They set 100 dollars per bale up to 500 pounds and 25 cents per hundredweight, with no liability for fire or storm damage. W M Mallet Flovilla Gin Co. Smith Thompson Co.
The paper reports the death this morning of Mrs Dock Jinks at her home a few miles north of town. It notes Col W T Kelly leaving for Rome to pursue a law career and recalls his university accomplishments and wide circle of friends.
Miss Mary Nutt longtime music teacher at McDonough High School departed Monday for home in Jackson to the regret of many friends in Henry County Weekly. M. A. Benson prominent Worthville man visited Jackson on Friday. Master Pitman Mills spent extended time with his grandmother at Locust Grove.
Misses Martin Crawford and Tom Harwell visited Miss Estell Barber on Sunday. Bluma Carmichael has returned from Molena in improved health. The stock law will take effect in northern Louisiana next year prompting public concern. A humorous column on professionals and doctors includes quips about lawyers, dentists, and editors. A wedding in Columbus united H Harvey of Monticello and Miss F Fuller. friends in Butts wish happiness.
The Jackson Oil Mill offers top prices for cotton seed and will trade meat and hulls for seed on liberal terms. Ginning services are available with expanded facilities this season, promising improved service.
A 23 year user testifies Thrash's Lung Restorer and Consumption cure has long proved its value in bronchial lung diseases. He from Griffin Georgia says the remedy kept his mother alive for years and praises its effectiveness when other medicines failed.
Leach Furniture Co announces open date October 1 with plans to supply Jackson with warm goods and higher prices amid wartime demand. This brief notes the upcoming opening and price stance.
The writer states they have joined the Jackson Furniture Co as purchasers of the J F McKibben stock now at Hitchins old stand. They announce a large line of furniture coffins robes and related items and invite friends to visit when in town to get prices and service.
Notice is hereby given that application will be made to the next legislature for a local or special law prohibiting the manufacture of spirituas liquors within Butts County Georgia and provide a penalty for violation. This October 8rd, 1898.
Carmichael's shops offer stock shedding and repair services, while Carmichael's repository supplies buggy parts, laprobe, whip, and harness. The ad emphasizes one stop for both maintenance and purchases.
Wanted several trustworthy persons in this state to manage our business in their counties. Primarily office work from home with a straight salary of 3900 a year plus definite expenses. Monthly 75 dollars. References required. Enclose self addressed stamped envelope. Herbert E. Hess President Dept M Chicago. George Carmichael represents Fidelity and Deposit Co Baltimore guarantees bonds of county officers and administrators. See him about making your bond.
R H Canverr advertises first class painting services for plain and ornamental work, claiming quality will boost profits. invites inquiries for painting projects this season.
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