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Newspaper

Jackson Progress Argus

Location

Jackson, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1918

Page

8

Sixth District A. and M. School Commencement Program

The Sixth District A. and M. School at Barnesville lists events from May 17 to 21. Activities include a music recital, a commencement sermon by Dr. W. J. Young of Emory University, a champion debate, an address, a department display, and graduation exercises featuring Dr. Jere M. Pound. The public is invited.

Barnesville W. J. Young Emory University Jere M. Pound President State Normal

For Sale Berkshire Sow and Two Pigs in Jackson GA

A Berkshire sow with registration papers and two piglets are offered for sale. Interested buyers should contact J. A. Allen in Jackson, Georgia, Route 1. Advertisement date October 17, 1921.

Berkshire J. A. Allen Jackson, Ga

J M Gaston Declines Georgia Legislature Candidacy

In a countywide message dated May 15, 1918, J M Gaston explains he cannot seek the Georgia House seat, citing ill health and a belief he can serve better at home. He emphasizes cooperation between rural citizens and business people, dedication to public service, and a wish for a worthy successor who will work for the county and state.

Butts County Georgia J. M. Gaston

Busy Corner Sells Leghorn Hats and Beauties

A large express shipment of Leghorn hats arrives for early summer wear. The Busy Corner offers these beauties at $5.00 each.

Leghorn

Foley's Honey and Tar Cough Remedy Endorsed by Family

Mrs John Potter of 20 Shape Street Mount Pleasant Pennsylvania praises Foley's Honey and Tar for colds. The advertisement claims the product checks bronchial and grip coughs croup and whooping cough and contains no opiates. Owl Pharmacy promotes the remedy.

John Potter Shape St Mt. Pleasant Foley Owl Pharmacy Advt

Flovilla social notes list visiting relatives and teachers

Locust Grove hosts Lois Allen and family. Alabama guests return home. Zadie Roberts and Dozier visit W A Dozier. Moxleys return from Sheffield to summer in Flovilla. Lt W A Dozier of Fort Miles visits parents. Frances Ruef Mary Smith Annie Hale leave for Tennessee. teachers wont return. Arthur Ramseur W A Thompson visit Thomp sons. Carry Thomas returns to Forsyth. E L Lawson Lurline Lavason join Jackson party for Camp Wheeler day trip.

Bell Hattie Alabama Clifford Higgins Zadie Roberts Dozier W. A. Dozier J. S. Moxley Lucile Sheffield Ala Fort Miles Carry Thomas Forsyth Messrs F. M E. L. Lawson Lurline Lavason Jackson Camp Wheeler Snday

Red Cross Drive May 2027

A May 2027 Red Cross drive prompts commentary that if everyone worked, labor shortage talk would lessen. The remark suggests widespread participation could ease community workforce concerns.

Red Cross

War Ends Sooner If All Back Country Efforts

A columnist argues the war could end sooner if everyone contributes fully and supports the country with proper spirit, contrasting with the idea it will last ten years. The piece urges unity and proactive effort from all citizens to speed victory.

Twice Proven Kidney Pills Help Mrs Thurston

In 1915 Mrs J R Thurston described back strain and kidney distress eased by Doan's Kidney Pills. By 1918 she reported lasting cure and praised the remedy as still effective. Price 60c at dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo N Y.

Jackson J. R. Thurston Brookwood Sr Dean Slaton Drug Co Ae Doan Doan

Red Cross Campaign Urges Support After Liberty Loan Drive

Following the Liberty Loan close the Red Cross calls for help. The Y M C A aids soldiers in camp while the Red Cross provides care for wounded on the battle field. If you have a dollar left after the loan, donate to the Red Cross.

Red Cross

Good Results Reported For Foley Kidney Pills

Honest testimonial from a woman describing relief from backache rheumatic pains and kidney bladder trouble after using Foley Kidney Pills. She notes better sleep and endorses the product, citing Mrs Chas Gray of Detroit Michigan and Ow! Pharmacy as the source of the ad.

Foley Chas. Gray Sixth St Detroit Mich The Ow! Pharmacy Adv

Also Mentioned on This Page

Red Cross Drive McCormick Binder B. F. Watkins Star Store S. K. Smith Sec.ond Street Virginia Manley Jackson Banking Co A. T. Buttrill R. B. Stephens Forsyth, Ga Flovilla Lois Allen Locust Grove
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