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Newspaper
Jackson Progress Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1920
Page
8
Green and Swett Co. tested Miller tires on hundreds of large cars in Boston. The tires showed mileage gains from 50 percent to 75 percent and reduced blowout problems. Only six tires per 1 000 proved disappointing to users.
The Miller Tire commands attention with daily testing costs over $1000 and 50 inspectors guarding every lot. Each tire is vulcanized, tested, and signed by maker and inspector with penalties for failures. Factory mileage tests show 15,000 miles average and a 25 percent edge over rivals, reducing dealer adjustments and saving motorists millions.
Georgia Tech in Atlanta reportedly saved Georgia thousands of dollars over thirty years by student-built equipment and repairs. An emergency $125,000 appropriation request highlighted Tech’s frugal operations, including planers made for about $20 each and larger machines built for about $80.
The article notes that students designed and built machines and nearly all minor equipment at the school for under $100. Dormitory stores and much other property are also student-made or student-repaired, reducing operating costs compared with other institutions.
Collier's Capatone, the liquid form of aspirin, is described as harmless and not affecting the heart while providing fast relief. It comes pre dissolved and requires no water, with 30c and 60c bottles available from druggists, bearing the signature J Homer Collier.
The State Agricultural Society and the Georgia Horticultural Society held a two day joint session at Indian Springs, voting to hold the next convention in Macon in August. New officers include W. E. Harvin and B. W. Hunt, with plans for a Georgia Farmers' Congress and a statewide gathering of farmers.
Request to view new falling hams now in stock. Sellers wear them on the street. Prices for the better kind range from 35 cents to 1 dollar per yard. Jackson Mercantile Co.
Advertisement touts No-To-Bac as a simple remedy to curb tobacco cravings. It claims complete break from any form of tobacco with a money back guarantee if cravings persist, and notes the product is made by Cascarets owners.
Mrs. Caroline Ellis 70 died Friday night at 9 30 at her daughter Mrs G E McMichael’s home after three weeks of illness. A Cedar Rock church member born in 1850 she leaves five daughters, one brother and several relatives. Funeral was Saturday at Cedar Rock with Rev S R England officiating. Body interred Cedar Rock Cemetery.
A fragment notes the expected price of an engine at about $1,000 from the manufacturer, indicating a significant expense in the project budget.
The ad claims Ziron Iron Tonic restores worn out workers including manual laborers and brain workers. It describes Ziron as pure medicinal iron salts with tonic ingredients and cites McEwen Tennessee resident H B Converse reporting improved strength after two bottles. It touts physician approval and a money back guarantee from pharmacists.
William H Hutt of the Philadelphia Federal Reserve estimates that the Lisle Thread National Bank Old Sox Bank and Feather-Bed Mattress Bank hold over 3 billion dollars in cash. He notes much could be invested in Liberty bonds or saved to kickstart industry.
A vintage advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Medicine offering $100 for an incurable catarrh case. Claims internal action through the blood on mucous surfaces. Promotes selling through druggists, mentions forty years in business and free testimonials from F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio.
In a tense eleven inning game Hampton edged Jackson 2 to 1 on a closing error after Hampton pitcher Harry Moore allowed only two hits. Jackson tied in the ninth but a misplay in the eleventh by Parr and a night-dark ball doomed the home team. Summerlin of Sandersville starred at first base with strong all around play.
Jenkinsburg defeated Jackson 2 to 0 at home Monday afternoon. Patrick and Bowden powered Jenkinsburg’s battery while Newton, O'Neal, and Thurston played for Jackson in a fast, well played contest.
The note to voters of Georgia's Sixth Congressional District announces the incumbent's candidacy for the 67th Congress. It thanks supporters, expresses intent to canvass the district, and asks for approval under Democratic rules. The message preserves the formal tone and references past favors and continued service.
E M Owen announces candidacy for re election as Solicitor General of the Flint Circuit subject to the September Democratic primary He expresses gratitude to voters for past support and asks for continued backing in the upcoming race.
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