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Newspaper
Jackson Progress Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1920
Page
8
A spotted Poland China hog owned by Frank Wise and sold this week in Noblesville brought 35000, purchased by Wycoff and Simpson for an Iowa breeders association. The sale totaled 64380 for 40 head with a sow at 8000. The item appears in Good Investment classifieds.
Comment discusses that license tag money collected under the 1919 act will be sent to the state treasury and allocated by the State Highway Commission. Butts county expects about 12 000 dollars this year from tags for 800 cars, with rates 11 25 up to 23 horsepower and 60 cents per extra horsepower.
Local classified ads highlight low prices for seeks and sells promising strong returns for small businesses and individuals. Advertisers emphasize affordability and quick readership to reach a broad audience.
Obituary tribute from the Larkin D. Watson Chapter U D C mourns the death of Mrs E L Smith on January 6 1920 in Jackson. The piece praises her Christian faith, public spirit, and lasting influence while noting she rests beside her baby and was laid to rest after a life of service.
Announcement this week by Bennie D. Pelt for tax receiver draws attention in political circles. Though young, he is well known to voters and esteemed by friends. A past illness left him with limited use of an arm, yet supporters expect him to be a strong campaign factor. This marks his third announcement for the office.
This vintage advertisement touts Dr Kings New Discovery as a proven remedy for cold cough grippe and croup. It claims the standard reliever remains high quality after more than fifty years of popularity and is available at 60c and 1.20 a bottle from all druggists.
An antique ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills to cleanse the system, energize the liver and bowels, and improve overall vitality. It claims targets waste retention and impurities and promises quick, reliable results with a 25 cent price.
Public notices invite candidates to place county officer announcements for ten dollars each. Cash payment required with the ad, and no political notice will be printed without payment.
A candidate for tax receiver in Butts County announces seeking support in the Democratic primary. He cites prior service as an officer and requests backing to win the office in the upcoming election.
A candidate announces for the Butts County tax collector post subject to a Democratic primary to be set by the executive committee. The applicant pledges faithful duty and seeks support from all voters in the upcoming election.
VAN FLETCHER announces candidacies for Treasurer of Butts County and County School Superintendent. He seeks Democratic primary support and pledges faithful service and best possible administration if elected.
J P Maddox announces candidacy for tax collector of Butts County subject to the executive committee primary. He cites prior service in the role and pledges to serve the public, seeking votes and influence to win the election.
A candidacy notice from Homer M. Vaughn seeking the primary vote for Butts County Tax Collector. He pledges to discharge the duties to the best of his ability and in accordance with the law.
In a plea to voters, W. F. Flynt seeks the office of Butt County tax collector promising to serve to the best of his ability. He cites his wife’s long illness and his need to support his family and educate his children while he remains able to work.
A county announces candidacy under the Democratic Executive Committee, seeking voter support. The candidate pledges fair impartial service and adherence to the law if elected.
A candidate for treasurer of Butts County announces his bid in the approaching primary. He asks for votes and support and pledges to discharge duties to the best of his ability and in accordance with law.
Ww J Kinard announces candidacy for Tax Receiver of Butts county subject to executive committee rules. He pledges to discharge duties fairly and impartially to the best of his ability and asks for support and votes.
A candidate appeals to voters under the executive committee framework promising to discharge duties in the taxpaying public's best interests if elected. The message stresses the value of voter influence and the importance of council action.
D. W. McClendon announces his candidacy for county office in Butts County, noting he has lost a leg and cannot perform hard work. He pledges to serve to the best of his ability if elected and asks for the support and vote of all citizens.
F C Stephens announces candidacy for coroner of Butts county under the executive committee rules. He says since first elected he has discharged duties by law and, urged by friends, vows to serve the public to the best of his ability if re elected.
Letter from J H Holifield to voters of Butts County announcing his candidacy for treasurer of the Butts executive committee. He seeks the office, pledges fair, impartial duties, and an economical administration while noting lack of conveyance for active canvassing.
Bennett D Pelt announces candidacy for Tax Receiver of Butts undergoing a disability from military service and a crippled leg. He pledges to perform duties to the best of his ability and in accordance with the law.
Georgia Butts County J E Cornell executor of the last will and testament of Mrs Texas Elder Cornell has filed a petition for discharge. The court cites all persons concerned to show cause why discharge should not be granted at the February regular term of the Court of Ordinary. January 6 1920 J H Ham Ordinary.
Administrators L L Washington and L R Washington apply to the county ordinary for leave to sell estate land for distribution among heirs. The hearing is scheduled for the first Monday in February 1920, in the reg of said county. This January 6, 1920.
Administrator H M Vaughn asks the court to discharge him and receive letters of dismission. He states he has fully administered the estate. The court cites all creditors kin and others to show cause by the first Monday in February 1920. J H Ham Ordinary.
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