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Newspaper
Jackson Progress Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1920
Page
4
A compilation of editorials and letters discusses Georgia politics and policy. Debates between Watson and Smith are anticipated, with calls to rally Democrats behind Hoke Smith and criticism of legislature wrangles. The piece notes population shifts to cities and critiques tax and railroad rate hikes impacting costs.
The outlook foresees no price drop for some time as railroads gain more than a billion dollars in new rates. Consumers face higher living costs with per capita increases estimated at about twelve dollars, adding to financial strain across incomes.
The Georgia legislature passed a bill distributing auto tag funds to counties based on road mileage. The Sylvania Telegraph lauds the plan as fair and practical, predicting quicker growth of a statewide trunk highway system than through the state highway commission alone.
A Louisville Courier-Herald note recalls 16th century frame houses likening Sir John Sulyard’s 1557 mansion to modern upkeep costs. It contrasts wood with brick and stone in historic homes like Mt Vernon and Gunston Hall, arguing exterior maintenance and fire insurance influence long term choice.
The article argues newspapers are not profiteers as rising wages and newsprint costs outpace other industries. It notes payrolls up 25 to 50 percent, postage hikes, and a dramatic surge in newsprint from 40 to 100 dollars per ton, with transient prices reaching around 250. Despite higher costs, many papers limit country circulation and raise subscription and ad rates to cover losses.
The lower house approved a resolution to allocate the motor vehicle fund to counties by post road mileage. The senate is urged to act quickly and Governor Dorsey is likely to sign. A large majority of Georgians favor this distribution method.
The piece notes three governor hopefuls and four U.S. Senate contenders stirring vivid campaign heat in Georgia. It urges voters to study candidates, avoid factional tricks, and choose loyal, capable, honest leaders who will faithfully represent the public welfare.
The Minneapolis Journal argues that rising subscription and advertising rates reflect higher costs and distributor shares. It notes ad rate hikes do not translate to equal income gains due to printer, postage, and composition expenses. Newspapers may reject ads to control costs and protect finances.
John A. Manger resigns from the post of state Fair Price Commissioner citing a hard job filled with worry and trouble. The move ends a tenure marked by challenges and public scrutiny.
Advertisement touts Freezone as a cheap easy solution to corns and calluses. A tiny bottle is applied with a few drops to lift away the corn or callus instantly without pain, claiming you can lift it off root and all.
Jackson travels to Covington Friday afternoon and loses 8 to 3 to the Newton county team. Covington outhits Jackson eight to two with multiple two base hits and wallops off the Jackson pitcher. Jackson errors and lack of team play largely fueled Covington’s scoring. Many Jackson fans attended.
The report lists players for Jackson and Covington as battery partners in the contest with Boggs and Nutt for Jackson and Key and Luck for Covington, indicating the intended pairings for the match.
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