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Newspaper
Jackson Progress Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1920
Page
5
An advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe vegetable remedy for biliousness and sluggish health. It claims calomel is dangerous, causes salivation and sickness, while Liver Tone cleanses the liver without upsetting the stomach and is safe for children.
Critics say Samuel Gompers has mainly sparked strikes and labor unrest, arguing his leadership harms workers more than it helps. The remark frames him as a controversial figure provoking conflict within the labor movement.
February term of Butts superior court opened with a small attendance due to bad weather. Judge W E H Searcy Jr delayed convening until 11 30. Grand jury organized with J H Patrick as foreman and R L Carter as clerk. Civil cases set for first week, criminal business likely second week. Visiting attorneys from nearby towns attended.
Hastings 1920 Seed Catalogue offers over one million free packets of five flower seeds to Southern gardeners. The advertisement promises a 100 page catalogue with garden information and illustrations, free on request without obligation to buy. Send name and address by postcard or letter to H G Hastings Co Atlanta Ga.
Goodyear official Mr. Elliott H. Barnwell estimates tire output at 40 million units, averaging $35, totaling about $1.4 billion. Combined with cars, trucks, and accessories, yearly outlay may top $4 billion, a figure comparable to one fifth of national railroad investment, underscoring transportation needs. Atlanta influenza coverage noted, with only one in five deaths reported locally.
Classified ad extols Doan's Kidney Pills as effective for age related kidney weakness and backache. Includes Mrs. M. B. Boyd endorsement from Pepperton Mill Jackson and notes price 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY advertises the remedy.
Butts county officials J Matt McMichael and R E Evans purge the voting list for the March 5 primary. The 1610 names from last week may be reduced or added to as sessions continue. The county faces potential record voter roll amid labor shortages affecting Georgia farm production and possible price increases.
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