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Newspaper
Jackson Progress Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1939
Page
2
An excerpt notes that every government official handling public funds should publish regular accounting of expenditures. It emphasizes transparency as a fundamental principle of Democratic government and urges public disclosure of how dollars are spent.
The passage notes early cotton bales appearing in south Georgia and That county may see its first bale later than usual. It cites labor and material costs as factors hampering construction nationwide and highlights the Baptist World Alliance meeting in Atlanta as beneficial for Georgia. It mentions revival efforts and forecasts for Butts county’s cotton prospects amid boll weevil pressure and variable weather.
Fragmented text discusses Georgia election machinery and voter eligibility, suggesting overhauls are needed for special elections. It mentions taxes, an Armstrong Junior College professor returning from Europe, and unclear references to trade and local life. The passage is garbled with many typographical errors and nonsensical phrases.
The Pike County Journal Zebulon marks fifty years with a forty page anniversary edition praising local activity in Pike county. Curtis W. Preston edits the paper two years in charge. Mrs Preston is lauded for her support. The edition highlights schools churches civic clubs agriculture manufacturing livestock banking and business institutions.
The writer praises youth movements led by Boy Scouts and 4 H clubs. Past scouts and club members became useful citizens, farmers, and mothers. Leaders like Dr. Robert VanDeventer left lasting positive impressions in Butts county, showing Scouting and 4 H training build democracy and character for the youth problem.
With the legislature unlikely to act before September many high schools in the state face uncertainty about opening for the fall term. Georgiana remains idle, awaiting action or guidance.
The article argues US termination of the 1911 trade pact with Japan could trigger broad consequences including sanctions, a potential halt to Japan's war with China, and a move toward closer alignment with Rome Berlin axis. It warns of a possible US Japan trade war and strained relations, with commentators doubtful of a new pact after expiration.
Baseball fades as football opens. Tennessee Tu lane and Alabama highlighted as top SEC contenders. Tennessee expected to have Rose Bowl bid if invited and cited as dominant. Duke praised for strong showing yet denied victory by a controversial play.
The Central Georgia Livestock Association, formed in February, reports monthly sales in May June and July aiding cash income for farmers in Butts and neighboring counties. While prices paid for animals drew criticism the general market was down statewide and stock sold in Jackson would have earned little higher.
Observant readers note the cotton belt overuses fertilizer and that some farmers in Butts County plan to swap to more livestock to cut fertilizer costs. Two farmers report fertilizer bills above 700 to 800 dollars, citing droughts low prices and pests as risks. More livestock and less cotton may prove profitable for the county and state.
Opinion on expanding cotton use in bags, twine, paper substitutes, clothing and highways to boost demand. Urges southern families to adopt cotton goods now rather than await federal relief. Argues cotton could clothe America even if Japan and rayon shift away.
A retrospective look at items from three decades ago highlights notable events, people, and local happenings. The column reflects on community milestones, notable sightings, and changes that shaped the town’s trajectory.
The report notes the death of 87 year old Robert Mills on a Saturday at Jenkinsburg. It lists changes in business interests including F B Outhouse and Lasnett Crum acquiring J W Childs’s stake in Jackson Lumber Co and W M Taylor buying Mack Goodwin’s grocery business. It also mentions Dr Robert VanDeventer and others at a Blue Ridge B Y P U convention, camp meeting leaders Rev Bud Robinson and Rev Joseph Smith at Indian Springs, eleven prisoners including Cliff Campbell and Charles Talmadge held for murder, a Kiwanis club speaker, and Jackson Boy Scouts outing under Scoutmaster Bert Kinard with named scouts. A colored man Pap Jackson, about 80, was killed at the depot July 25 by the Kansas City Special.
Georgia’s first bale of cotton sold in Atlanta on July 22 brought about 60 4 cents per pound. The bale grown by J P Cook of Tift county. Also noted were Kiwanis club guests at inter club and ladies night in Atlanta and local tax digest changes in Butts county. A motor boat race began on Georgia Power Company lake as well.
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