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Newspaper
Jackson Progress Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1916
Page
6
An advertorial touts S. S. S. as a blood cleanser to cure catarrh by reaching the blood and mucous surfaces. It claims rapid purification and relief of headaches and nasal congestion, and cites other blood conditions treated by the remedy sold at drug stores. Advice to consult The Swift Specific Company for more information.
Jackson National Bank, Butts county's largest bank, reports the first six months of 1916 earnings as the largest in its history. Directors cite the federal reserve system for cheap money enabling better service and a prosperous condition. A semi annual dividend of 3 percent is declared. The bank expects an encouraging annual report in January.
Public notice from Camp Ground trustees states no stores or stands may operate during the coming meeting without written application and permit from the association secretary and president. Applications available from F. C. Benson. Violators will be barred.
Boss Tanner of Towaliga living on Mr. T J Ridgeways farm sent The Progress Argus a cotton blossom the fifth of the season received at this office.
An Owl Pharmacy ad urges readers to mail 5c to Foley & Co in Chicago for a trial package of Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound for bronchial coughs colds and croup Foley Kidney Pills and Foley Cathartic Tablets. The notice claims the products are specially comforting to stout persons.
For rent or sale the Webb place on College street in Groom offers a house with all modern conveniences. Contact J H Stephens Griffin or J B Quartermus or J B Guthrie Jackson. June 2.4tp
A veterinary expert explains that hollow tail is not a disease but a flexible tail section in many cows. He warns against salt application for wounds and urges proper diagnosis and veterinary care. The article also defines loss of cud as a sign of digestive disturbance in ruminants like cows sheep and goats.
Moore's Hill Indiana resident Frank Moseley says constant side and back pains vanished within 48 hours after taking Foley Kidney Pills. The advertisement claims the pills revive kidney activity and curb sleep disturbing bladder issues, promoted by The Owl Pharmacy.
C A Towles announces candidacy for representative from Butts County in the next General Assembly. He pledges to continue representing county and state interests if reelected and asks for voter support.
A candidate announces seeking the Democratic nomination for Congress in Georgia's Sixth District. He thanks voters for past kindness and asks for support under party rules set by the Executive Committee.
Notice of intent to apply at the next Georgia Legislature for a local bill titled An act to fix the salary of the Treasurer of Butts county in lieu of commissions as now paid to provide for the payment thereof and for other purposes. Co. A. Towles.
Jack L Patterson as executor of Mary Jane Patterson seeks leave from the Court of Ordinary to sell estate land for debts and heirs distribution. Hearing set for the first Monday in July 1916. June 5 1916. J H Ham Ordinary.
In the 1916 General Assembly session a bill titled A D bill to amend the act creating a new charter for Flovilla in Butts county Georgia will be introduced. It seeks to change the corporate name from Town of Flovilla to City of Flovilla and for other purposes.
Libel for divorce T. E. Watkins vs Grace Bell Watkins requires Grace Bell Watkins to appear at the Superior Court on the third Monday in August to answer the complaint. Witness Judge Wm. E. H. Searcy Jr. dated April 27, 1916. clerk S. J. Foster.
Recommendations are given for spraying Bordeaux mixture to treat fungous diseases and wilts. The article provides a formula: dissolve 3 pounds copper sulfate in water to twenty five gallons, dissolve six pounds lime in water to twenty five gallons, and mix the two solutions in a barrel while stirring to prevent crystal formation and strength loss.
The Owl Pharmacy advertises Foley Kidney Pills claiming they make kidneys active and healthy to banish aches and suffering. It urges readers to feel fine and fit and to be well and strong in June.
Georgia gubernatorial candidate Hugh M. Dorsey pledges to enforce all laws impartially, oppose sale of the Western and Atlantic Railroad, and keep the state on a strict interpretation of legal and constitutional limits. He supports Prohibition enforcement, tax treatment for W and A, state education funding, road building, pensions for veterans, prison reform, and a centralized auditing and efficiency plan.
A large three story building for the Department of Agricultural Engineering at the College of Agriculture has been completed and dedicated at commencement. It houses forges, woodworking plants, drawing rooms, farm machinery, concrete testing labs, farm home appliances, and farm engineering implements. Built from proceeds of the farm under college direction at low cost.
A vintage advertisement features Fletcher's Castoria for children and a Kingan's Breakfast Bacon 32c deal with order claimed by Paul No len & Co.
KE Summers of Holdredge Nebraska describes a severe cough and cold that kept him from sleep. He says Foley's Honey and Tar cured his cough and aided his speedy recovery. The Owl Pharmacy advertises Foley's as soothing and healing and suitable for children.
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