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Newspaper
Jackson Progress Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1918
Page
5
Exchange CLECKLER-ARNOLD Rev and Mrs R C Cleckler of 37 Poplar Circle Atlanta announce the engagement of Kathrine Cleckler to Mr William Herman Arnold of Elberton Georgia with marriage set for Tuesday June 25 no cards Sunday’s Atlanta Constitution.
The Daughters of the Confederacy in several Southern cities urge tolling the fire bell for two minutes at noon to prompt a prayer for victory. The suggested prayer asks God to guide and protect soldiers, bless leaders, heal the wounded, relieve the poor, and lead to victory and peace.
Mrs McCune McMichael Mrs R A Woodward Louie Thompson Miss Marie McMichael and Miss Byrd O Neal left Tuesday for a motor trip to North Georgia visiting Mrs F A Williams at Lyerly for a few days.
The couple wed Thursday at Rev R C Cleckler's home in Atlanta with the ceremony by Rev Cleckler. Mrs Sitton, daughter of Mrs S A Biles, is a noted educator. Mr Sitton serves as superintendent at the Central Georgia Company's plant near Jackson and is well known locally.
A lengthy register of visitors and residents highlights townsfolk in Jackson and nearby areas. Names include Mr. J. D. Thornton of Tallapoosa, Capt. C. W. Woodward of Atlanta, Mrs. H. C. Camp of Sylvester, Miss Annie Crawford of Atlanta, and many others visiting family, attending events, or staying with local households. The roster notes travel between Atlanta and Macon, appearances at Warm Springs and Highlands, and mentions new positions and illnesses within the community.
The June allotment of 10,000 gauze wipes is complete with 8,000 made at the Jackson workroom and 2,000 at Flovilla. Jenkinsburg workers contributed a full day. A shortage of non-absorbent cotton delays oakum pads. Donations include towels from Pepperton Mills Mr. J. A. McMichael and Mrs. S. J. Foster.
An advertising piece touts Knowlton's Danderine claiming dandruff vanishes within ten minutes and hair becomes soft glossy and abundant after weeks of use. It urges readers to moisten strands for quick transformation and recommends buying a small bottle from drug stores or toilet counters.
A Land Studio advert promotes constant high photo quality with low prices and daily open hours. It claims reliability rain or shine and invites customers to visit for kept prices and steady service.
Singing at Macedonia Saturday July 7 begins 2 30 p m with public invitation extended.
A promotional notice for Mother's Friend by Bradfield Regulator Co outlines an external pregnancy aid said to relax abdominal tissues and ease bearing down. It promises comfort during pregnancy and urges contacting the company for the Motherhood Book and product details.
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