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Newspaper
Jackson Progress Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1918
Page
5
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The piece urges support for war bonds W S S and fuelSaving measures while praising American troops bulldog tenacity. It notes Georgia ice and peach crop tidbits, comments on politics including absent soldiers voting, and critiques local candidates.
The Butts County Board of Education seeks full citizen backing for a superior school system. Officials praise progress against illiteracy and urge consolidation, better buildings and teachers. Despite county taxes and state support, more funds are needed to keep Butts County at the forefront of education.
Overseas reports praise American soldiers while a Butts county editorial urges citizens to buy War Savings Stamps and Liberty Bonds to fund the war effort. It warns of penalties for not contributing and notes an estimated 15 million bale cotton crop could lower prices later.
The pocketbook patriot is described as someone who believes government mainly serves to profit him. Many of these tightwads value investment returns on money over the lives of soldiers serving in France.
Governor Dorsey proposes shrinking the state railroad commission from five to three members. He questions the need for a state panel under federal control. The piece also urges buying War Savings Stamps as a patriotic and secure investment to demonstrate loyalty.
The United States plans to deploy over a million troops in Europe with another million in reserve and projects reaching four million by January first. German leaders face the implications of these vast forces and the expected strategic impact.
The fuel administrator warns to buy coal early and many residents have already ordered. Voters seek assurance that coal will be delivered promptly, hoping for official action and a vote of thanks to the administrator if deliveries proceed.
Three African American soldiers were shot after a court martial at Fort Dodge Iowa following their conviction for attacking a white girl. The incident underscored that wearing an American uniform does not grant immunity from crime or exempt individuals from the law.
The governor presents a thorough state paper to the general assembly showing knowledge of public affairs and urging heed to his suggestions and recommendations by the legislature.
Despite strict food laws, profiteering is rising with reports showing profits as high as 2183 percent last year. Meat packers, food dealers, coal miners and others are linked to these large gains, signaling potential wrongdoing in the industry.
A Detroit Texas official testimonial claims Foley Kidney Pills heal and strengthen weak kidneys and bladder. The ad asserts impurities in blood and kidney failure cause rheumatic pains and swollen joints, urging use of Foley Kidney Pills as the best remedy. Carmichael Drug and Book Co. promotes this product.
J. T. Moore Butts County Food Administrator urges merchants to mail sugar certificates weekly as per new limits of three pounds per person per month. Certificates must be reported immediately to Moore for county records.
J Threatt Moore announces his candidacy for representative from Butts County subject to the Democratic primary on Sept 11 1918. He asks for support and votes from citizens and pledges to represent all county interests to the best of his ability this March 11 1918.
R W Mays announces candidacy for re-election as Representative from Butts County subject to Democratic primary rules on September 11 1918.
An early 20th century health ad promotes a patent medicine that claims to restore vitality by purifying and enriching the blood. It asserts a strengthening, invigorating effect available for 60 cents.
Mr W A Dozier and family spent Thursday with Mrs Walker at Rober ta. Miss Lena Greer returns to Jackson after a two week visit. Miss Effie Marshall of Eatonton visits aunt Mrs R L Allen. Miss Marguerite Maddox returns from Macon. Ada Sharp and Mattie Duffey spent Thursday at home. Frances Grant returns to Dublin after visiting Mr and Mrs Hughton Bryant. Dr and Mrs A F White host Mrs Julius Greer and children of Monticello. Miss Lucy Ingram of Jesup visits Mr and Mrs C D Ingram. Mr Leon Goodman of Atlanta visits Dr and Mrs W J Waits. Robert Allen visits friends at Crawfordville. George Smith visits Miss Alice Smith.
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