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Jackson Progress Argus

Location

Jackson, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1920

Page

4

Butts County and City of Jackson Official Notice and Editorial

Community notice from The Progress-Argus discusses subscription rates and classifieds while urging civic involvement. It reflects on politics, education, and the American Legion, urging unity and steady work as Georgia heads to September primaries.

Butts County City OF Jackson Barrett Barnesville American Legion Progress-Argus United Confederate Veterans

Wise Is Nominated For Re election By District Supporters

Supporters in Georgia's sixth district express confidence that Hon. J W Wise will be nominated and re elected without opposition. They praise his ability loyalty and faithful service during the war era and urge voters to back him in the forthcoming primary.

Georgia J. W. Wise Wise Congress Mr. Wise

Georgia Farm Land Ownership Shifts Toward Owners in 1920

Georgia shows gains in owner managed farms over 1910 and 1920 with White county reporting farm numbers up 3 percent and farm value up 130.9 percent while tenant operated farms fall 7.8 percent. The Savannah News notes the trend toward more landlord stewardship and higher farm values, with mixed Negro farmer numbers in White county.

Georgia White County Savannah News

Print paper price surge shocks publishers and prices rise

A Midwest newspaper column warns that print paper has jumped from $40 to $150 a ton in five years, with further six month price renewals for five years. It argues publishers lack recourse as five mills control most supply and that higher costs ripple through advertising, subscriptions, and operating expenses.

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Newspaper publisher as seller in freight rate dispute

The text notes a proposed freight rate increase effective July 1 and characterizes the newspaper publisher as the seller who needs a friend, highlighting burdens on the press in pricing disputes.

No-To-Bac Tobacco Habit Aid Ad Claims Easy Cure

An advertisement touts No-To-Bac as a simple remedy to break tobacco cravings. It promises complete relief from all tobacco urges and offers a money back guarantee through the druggist if cravings persist. The copy notes Cascarets owners manufacture the product and portrays it as reliable.

Farewell Gift for Rev J W Ham Before Orient Trip

On Sunday night Rev J W Ham pastor of the Baptist Tabernacle in Atlanta preached his farewell sermon and received a $1,000 purse from his congregation. He and his wife will travel about four months visiting Japan China the Philippines Hawaii and other places. Ham will speak at the World Sunday School convention in Tokio.

The Orient J. W. Ham Baptist Tabernacle Atlanta the Tabernacle Tokio

Georgia Voters Urged to Equip Shock Absorbers

A terse political note urges Georgia voters to prepare for rough ballots and rough campaigns, emphasizing resilience and caution in upcoming elections. The piece frames voter readiness as essential amid turbulent political weather.

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War Department to Arrest 200000 Slackers in Nationwide Roundup

The War Department plans to arrest about 200,000 men for draft evasion, though many may escape. The list will be published soon and men who fear misclassification can check facts with the department. Formal court-martials will hear cases as the list is presented over many months.

WAR Department Washington United States

Walker Aides Governor Bid Sparks Campaign Clash

The Walton Tribune reports Hon. Clifford Walker of Monneom entering the race for governor and clashing with Tom Hardwick, once a key figure in state affairs, as both vie to shape Georgia politics with sharp rhetoric and campaign momentum.

Patri Clifford Walker Monne O' Genegin Tom Hardwick Kaiser Walton Tribune

Phone Us The News A Good Investment Classified Ads

Classified listings promote affordable ad space for announcements and sales while inviting readers to call for rates and details. The column emphasizes value and quick placement in the newspaper's classified section.

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