Subscription notice marks post office entry in Jackson Ga
A notice states a subscription rate of $1 per year and notes entry as second class matter at the Jackson Georgia post office.
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Jackson
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Newspaper
Jackson Progress Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1916
Page
3
Notices on publicity rates and political booster talk
A long reader note lists pricing for notices such as obituaries and thanks, plus commentary on taxes, elections, and local boosters. It references Teddy for president, Bryan for vice, and calls for a new Greensboro court house and a forthcoming booster edition.
Overcrowded state sanitarium sparks sarcasm on capacity
In a clipped remark the writer jokes that the state sanitarium is over crowded and if all who belong were there the place would have to hang out an S R O sign.
If People Think With Their Heads Not Stomachs
The remark urges people to reject unsafe and fanatic leaders and choose rational thinking over appetite driven deference. It advocates critical judgment to avoid manipulation and harm.
Advertising drives fortunes and sales across Atlanta firms
An Atlanta soft drink business with 50 000 capital expanded assets by 1 370 000 to reach 6 572 647 in value, backed by 3 283 000 in real estate and a 2 924 898 surplus all from advertising. Other firms show 13 000 000 in extra sales and 1 356 972 extra gross earnings, while a biscuit company cut ad spend and profits fell from 731 172 to 422 371. Advertising proves pivotal for advertisers and skeptics alike.
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Atlanta
Automobile Corporation
Newspapers must raise prices to survive, says Concord Tribune
The Concord Tribune argues rising paper costs push expenses up by about $1,000 yearly per paper and producer costs rise overall. It urges adopting cash in advance circulation and higher subscriptions and ads, warning the public will reduce newspaper numbers if buyers resist.
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Concord
N. C
Macon Faces Multimillion Dollar Capital Building Plan
If Macon wins the capital status she must commit several million dollars for a new building at minimum. The likely cost signals a substantial public investment and financial commitment for the project.
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Macon
Prohibition Era Gov Candidates Present Platforms
Four gubernatorial hopefuls have issued platform statements on the vital issues of the day. The text notes a notable drop in crime since prohibition began and reports counties complaining about a scarcity of convicts. The law is described as prohibitive.
If the Question Goes to a Vote Macon Seeks Capital
The statement argues Macon would win the capital if decided by voters, while predicting the main battle will occur in the legislature against Atlanta politicians.
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Macon
Atlanta
Printer Calls for Bids on Shoes Shirt and Flour
A Kansas printer notifies local merchants he will soon need a pair of shoes a new shirt and a sack of flour and will call for bids as is customary when they require four dollars worth of printing.
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Kansas
McDuffie Progress: Tick Eradication Efforts Draw Officials
Government and county leaders show interest in eradicating cattle ticks, signaling a coordinated statewide push. The report notes collaboration among agencies and plans to study effective control methods and funding options.
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McDuffie
What Catarrh Is And How Scott’s Emulsion Helps
Catarrh is common and often signals a general bodily weakness. Local snuffs and vapors offer little benefit. treat the cause by enriching blood with Scott's Emulsion, a medicinal food and building tonic free from alcohol or harmful drugs. Try it from Scott & Bowne, Bloomfield, New Jersey.
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Scott
Scott & Bowne
Bloomfield, N. J
Cattlemen Split Over Dip Tub Culling Policy
The article notes heavy prejudice against a proposed policy. Proponents among cattle men favor dipping for higher quality stock and better prices. Opponents largely come from non cattle owners with no intent to own cattle.
Weekend Visits Highlight Worthville Social Notes
Worthville reports Mr. Cleveland Aiken spent the weekend in Towaliga. Mr. and Mrs. Oole Stodghill, Mrs. W F Stodghill and Miss Lessie traveled to Monticello on Saturday. Mr. Coyle Perdue and Miss Sue Jane Perdue were weekend visitors.
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Cleveland Aiken
Towaliga
Oole Stodghill
W. F. Stodghill
Miss Lessie
Monticello
Mr. Coyle Perdue
Miss Sue Jane Perdue
Smiths and Washingtons Host Weekend Guests
Mr and Mrs Harvie Smith hosted guests including Mr and Mrs L L Washington Miss Cleo Washington and Mr Luther Washington and Masters Ira W G and Miss Grace Thaxton at Sunday dinner Mr H P Thomas and Miss Annie Laurie Thomas visited Mrs G W White Wednesday Sallie Washington spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs
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Mrs. Harvie Smith
H. P. Thomas
Annie Laurie Thomas
G. W. White
Aiken Hosts Visitors Stodghill and Pope in Jackson
W. F. Stodghill and J. H. Pope visited Jackson on Tuesday, joining W. A. Aiken for a social or official visit.
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Messrs
W. F. Stodghill
J. H. Pope
Jackson
Kingan's Breakfast Bacon Sale at 32c With Order
Kingan's Breakfast Bacon advertised at 32 cents per unit with order. Paul No Len & Co. listed as distributor or seller in the notice.
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Paul
Rooms for Rent at the Crum House
For rent rooms available July first at the Crum House. Rates described as reasonable. Contact J. W. Brown.
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Crum House
J. W. Brown
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