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Newspaper

Jackson Argus

Location

Jackson, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 07, 1900

Page

5

Miss Minnie Carmichael Marks A Month At Toccoa Falls

Miss Minnie Carmichael rests from a month at Toccoa Falls enjoying a quiet retreat.

Minnie Carmichael Toccoa Falls

Towaliga Primitive Baptist Association meets at Beersheba Church

Sunday crowds attended the Towaliga Primitive Baptist Association gathering at Beersheba church near Locust Grove. The report notes purchases at Robt. T. Carmichael & Co and various local notices including sheriff property actions and upcoming sales.

Towaliga Primitive Baptist Association Beersheba Church Locust Grove

Local notices and community updates from Henry County Weekly

Wright Carter & Co purchase cotton seed. Miss Minnie Bailey visited relatives at Locust Grove. Prayer meeting at Methodist church led by Rev. Elam Dempsey. Mrs Mary Russell of Guptersville Ala guest of Mrs B J Banks. No docketed cases in court of ordinary last Monday. Pensions approved for C H Heath and Simon J Joiner. Fall cream cheese advertised by Robt T Carmichael Co. Barney Gamble visits from Hamilton. Lindon Patterson Griffin's notable youth in city. Orders to Robert T Carmichael & Co phone 83. Misses Willie Annie May Thornton visit Cork. Preserves from H J Heins Co at Carmichael & Cox. James W Willis listed in army at Macon then sent to Columbus. Tom Thurston returns from Macon after mule kick injury. Miss Clifford Goodwyn guest of Pauline Thax ton. Miss Lenora Merrill of Jasper guest of Dempsey girls. then returns home. Misses Brown Mote depart Dawson after weeks with Mrs R S Brown. Jackson summer visits noted. Camp Creek trestle work reveals two feet of material identified as Clinton Hightower’s shoes, buried and interred in Stockbridge.

Camp Creek Clinton Hightower Stockbridge Henry Co

Prominent Butts County Farmer Visits Jackson

Mr E Pitts Newton of Butts County and family visit relatives in Jackson this week. Newton is described as a prosperous, influential farmer with many friends, a jovial nature, and a broad social circle.

E. Pitts Newton Jackson Newton Butts County Monroe Advertiser

Protest Against Will Probate in Dr Mapp Case

Last Monday was the probate hearing date for the late Dr. Mapp. The case was adjourned to Monday for solemn hearing. Caveators are two children of Dr. Mapp's brothers left out of the will. They allege undue influence by beneficiaries and seek to invalidate the will. Judge Beck represents the caveators. Mills and Dempsey represent the executor.

Dr. Mapp Beck Mills & Dempsey

Lame Horses Lead The Drive In Early Gathered Herd

The article notes that the first horses in the drove are the lame ones, drawing attention as the herd moves. The detail emphasizes the condition of the initial animals amid the transport.

Religion as a Moral Critique of Exploitation

A protest against treating religion as a device to defraud humanity for divine gain argues religion should serve people and uphold ethical conduct rather than exploitation and deceit.

When In Doubt About Painting Consult J M Moore

A Jackson Georgia based painter J M Moore offers reliable guidance on choosing materials and verifying best painting results. He asserts top quality supplies and skilled application guarantee superior outcomes for homeowners.

J. M. Moore Jackson

Cotton Market Surges to 16 Cents as Prices Rise

Yesterday the cotton market broke records reaching 16 cents and this morning remains in demand at that level. Farmers and merchants are jubilant as prices hover around 10 1 8 yet continue to rise. A school notes the death of Marion Land and adopts resolutions praising her life and offering condolences to her family.

Marion Land Donair £ McKissen

Professor Jesse Jolly Reelected VP at Blakely Institute

Prof. Jesse T. Jolly of this city has been reelected vice president of Blakely Military Institute for another year and will assume duties on the 17th. The institution is a leading Southwest Georgia school, and his friends celebrate his success in the region.

Jesse T. Jolly Blakely Military Institute Georgia Jolly

Milledgeville Selects New Primary Teacher

At a trustees meeting Miss Mable Hodges of Milledgeville was elected to the primary teaching post following the resignation of Miss Rosa Thornton. Hodges is a graduate of Georgia Normal College at Milledgeville and has several years of experience at Haddocks.

Mable Hodges Milledgeville Rosa Thornton Miss Hodges Haddocks Georgia Normal College Milldgeville

Ernest Watkins Named Principal At Colquit High School

Ernest Watkins has been elected principal of Colquit High School in Miller County and will begin duties on the 17th. A University of Georgia graduate, Watkins earned honors throughout college and is viewed as having a bright future by his many friends.

Ernest Watkins Jackson Colquit High School Miller County Watkins University of Georgia

Kimbell Association Completes Three Day Towaliga Session

The Kimbell Association held a three day session at Towaliga church and adjourned yesterday. Rev. W O Sharp was chosen moderator. Rev. B J W Graham preached the missionary sermon Wednesday morning. Dr. Taylor reported on the Orphans Home and the offering for the home was taken. Women’s mission sessions, with Mrs. Harvey Hatcher of Atlanta and Mrs. E Y Mallory of Macon, added to the event. Large crowds attended and Towaliga residents cared for all attendees.

Harvey Hatcher J. B. Taylor Atlanta Kimbell Association Towaliga Jackson Towaliga Church W. O. Sharp B. J. W. Graham Taylor Orphans’ Home E. Y. Mallory Macon

Jackson Institute Opens For Fall Term With New Rooms

The Jackson Institute plans a Monday opening for the fall term. Two additional recitation rooms and a new auditorium measuring 120 by 60 feet will seat about 1,600. Prof. Bruce expresses optimism as supporters anticipate a strong start and urge every pupil to attend the opening day.

Jackson Institute Tirnm Bruce

Off to College Attendees From Jackson Enter Fall Studies

The city anticipates a rising interest in higher education with many youths heading to colleges this fall. Students listed include Van Me Kibben and Robert Lee Mays at the University of Georgia and oscial figures at Mercer Emory and other institutions. Names span Wesleyan Female College Shorter College Johns Hopkins University and more.

Jackson University of Georgia van Me~ Kibben Robert Lee Mays Mercer University Oscie Thaxton Clarence Compton John Thomas Luther Carter Morgan Minter Favilla Walter McMichael Emory College Walter Laing Technological School Charlie Wagner Albert Kinly Otis Ball George Mallet Raymond Carmichael Wesleyan Female College Neilie Land Hattie May Finley Annie Mallet Ouida Beauchamp Lucile Elder Flovilla Shorter College Fleetie White Flovi Lla Boston Conservatory of Music Fannie Furiow Eva Maz Land

Up-to-date Painter Offers Low-Bid Estimates

J. M. Moore, the up-to-date painter in Jackson Georgia, explains his ability to bid lower than rivals by using modern methods and accurate estimates. He emphasizes there is no secret, only current techniques applied to the painting trade.

J. M. Moore Jackson

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