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Jackson Progress Argus

Location

Jackson, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1920

Page

8

Pomeroy Draws Atlanta Crowds With Puratone Claims

New Zealand scientist and explorer John Pomeroy tours Atlanta promoting Puratone at Jacobs Pharmacy. He says the tonic supplies nutrients and neutralizes stomach acids to prevent illness and restore health, with thousands expected to visit this week to buy Puratone and share their gratitude. Carmichael Ding and Book Co. in Jackson and a leading local druggist carry the product.

Atlanta Jacobs’ Pharmacy John Pomeroy Pomeroy Puratone Jackson Carmichael Ding and Book Co

Mills Named Superintendent of Georgia State Fair Exhibits

Hon J H Mills state president of the Georgia Farmers Union is appointed superintendent of departments for the Georgia State Fair in Macon. He will oversee placing exhibits during the October 28 to November 5 event.

J. H. Mills Georgia Farmers’ Union Macon

How We Made Good Money Last Year

Atlanta editors report that Southern farmers earned real money in 1919 despite boll weevil and poor seasons. H. G. Hastings credits high cotton prices and, more crucially, owning cotton by year end instead of buying on credit for food. He promotes safe farming and home production to repeat prosperity in 1920.

Atlanta H. G. Hastings Southeastern Fair Association Georgia State Chamber of Commerce South Bradford Knapp New York New Orleans

Dr King's New Discovery Promises Quick Cold Relief

Do not let a cold or cough linger as a serious attack could develop. Dr King's New Discovery is billed as a proven remedy. it relieves cold and croup symptoms quickly and has remained popular for over fifty years. Available for 60 cents to $1.20 at druggists.

Dr King's New Life Pills Offer Gentle Constipation Relief

The ad promotes Dr King s New Life Pills as a tonic style bowel regulator that cleanses waste and fermenting foods, promotes bile flow, and provides zest for work and recreation. Sold by all druggists for 25 cents.

Kiss Indictment as Flu Carrier Sparks Health Debate

In Thomasville Georgia on February 16 Dr John C Schrieber Thomas County health commissioner declares the kiss a flu carrier. After community uproar he narrows his remark to the ordinary kiss between relatives and acquaintances while omitting judgment on more intimate kisses.

Thomasville John C. Schrieber Thomas County

Hoover Wins Civil Support Over Party Bosses

The article notes Herbert Hoover enjoys stronger popular appeal than party bosses in both parties, a point highlighted as a notable personal credit.

Herbert Hoover

Milledgeville Backs McAdoo for President Nomination

Milledgeville residents petitioned to place W. G. McAdoo on the Georgia Democratic ticket for the April 20 preferential primary. The effort was sent to Chairman Flynt of the State Executive Committee, highlighting McAdoo’s boyhood ties and past newspaper work in town. Citizens call for reducing government extravagance amid Hog Island and Muscle Shoals memories.

Milledgeville W. G. McAdoo Georgia Flynt State Executive Committee McAdoo Hog Island Muscle Shoals

Tax Receiver's Notice for 1920 Tax Returns Open

The tax books are now open to receive state and county tax returns for the year 1920 in the office of the Ordinary at the courthouse. J. P. Vaughn, T. R. B.C.

Court House J. P. Vaughn

Administrator's Sale Of A J Roberts Farm In Butts County

By order of the court of ordinary, an administrator's sale will occur at the courthouse steps in Jackson Georgia on the first Tuesday in March 1920. It sells one third undivided interest in the A J Roberts home place of 200 acres and four acres for Dr Butner, total 204 acres, bounded by named neighbors. Terms cash. Feb. 4 1920. L L & L R Washington Administrators of the estate of Mrs N J Washington deceased.

Court of Ordinary Butts Court House Jackson A. J. Roberts L. L L. R. Washington N. J. Washington

Also Mentioned on This Page

League of J. W. McDaniel’s Store the Farmers Co-Operative Fire Insurance CO Aed Reese A State OF Georgia J. T. Goodman Vaso Farmers Co-Operative Fire Insurance Co Ea Ae J. H. Ham Bayer Chicago Los Angeles New England Florida The Association of Railway Executives Broadway Ole Ld M Newton Hardware Company Jackson, Ga Hastings Dr. King Kiss del Monte Delonte aTm J. J. Flynt
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