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Newspaper
Jackson Progress Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1920
Page
5
The Democratic Executive Committee of Jackson Georgia adopts standards for a white primary on December 21 1920 to nominate mayor four councilmen plus a school trustee and executive committee member. Eligibility registration fees and deadlines are set with poll hours eight to four.
Edward's Jewelry Store advertises community silver items at reduced prices, inviting shoppers to save money on select silverware and decorative pieces during a limited sale event.
A collection of early 1920s Christmas requests from children in Flovilla Jackson Cork and other Georgia towns. Recipients ask for dolls air rifles wagons dolls carriages sparklers fireworks fruit candy and other goods. Names include Homer Leverettta Howard Leverette Frank Moore Ophelia Flynt Joseph Doyle Jones Leslie Preston Rebecca Preston Ruth Aiken Alma Lucile Lavender and Doris Lavender among others.
Nineteen applicants stood the examination for a rural carrier vacancy on rural route No 1 in Jackson. The test was held at the courthouse with G H White, clerk of the local civil service board, in charge. It marked the largest turnout for similar positions in Butts county. results will take several weeks.
A Busy Corner notice announces a large sale featuring blankets and comforts at half price along with a selection of beau ties. The brief item highlights the bargain event and the store window appeal.
State officials announce 1921 motor vehicle licenses are on sale from December 15. Applicants may obtain blanks from sheriffs or licensed dealers and should register promptly as no grace period is allowed. Licenses must stay with the vehicle and fees depend on horsepower ratings.
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