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Newspaper
Jackson Progress Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1918
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR notes mention deeds and parcels with references to a deed holder and lands described in vague terms. Details are unclear, but the text implies a property-related action or dispute pending formal filing or notice.
An advertisement urges calomel users to switch to Dodson's Liver Tone a vegetable liquid product. It claims calomel is dangerous mercury causes weakness and salivation while Liver Tone is harmless effective for liver relief and digestion with a money back guarantee through pharmacists.
Government notes that substitutes for sugar include sorghum corn and cane syrup maple sugar and syrup and honey. Maple syrup and sugar are produced in 19 states with output over 14 million pounds and 4 million gallons. sorghum production rose in 1917 and could be expanded in many states to aid sugar conservation for soldiers.
Skin specialists link corns bunions and ingrown nails to skin germs. Eucapine antiseptic salve, used after bathing at bedtime, claims to destroy germs reduce swelling and inflammation and restore healthy skin and nails. Jar selling for twenty five cents at Carmichael Drug and Book Company.
Advert says take LAXATIVE BROMO Quinine to stop cough and headache and cure the cold. Druggists refund money if it fails. E. W. Grove's signature on each box. 30c.
A new cargo of nitrate of soda is due to arrive in Savannah around May 25 and will be shipped to counties including Butts. Butts originally ordered 210 tons with 47 delivered for wheat and oats. total quota arrival timing for corn and other crops remains uncertain due to shipping delays from wartime troop transport needs.
A poem urges children not to harm birds with slingshots. It depicts birds harmed and asks readers to shelter nests, praising birds like wrens and mockingbirds. The piece argues people rely on birds to curb pests and laments taking life of small, innocent creatures.
An old fashioned liver and bowels remedy ad promotes California Syrup of Figs as a gentle, effective alternative to calomel and castor oil. The note urges mothers to ask their druggist for the fruit laxative and warns against counterfeits. A second item reports 100 women telephone operators sent to France for the Expeditionary Forces with 150 in training. wives of officers are excluded.
Mrs. A. Walden of 460 Glenn Ave Fresno writes she suffers winter fever coughs and finds Foley's Honey and Tar effective for bronchial and cold symptoms. She notes being a 66 year old widow and endorses the product for croup and whooping cough. The Owl Pharmacy advertises the remedy.
A Philadelphia reader writes that after using six bottles of Peruna he recovered from long standing stomach disorders and catarrh in the head. The note adds that Peruna Tablets are available for those who object to liquid medicine.
The Butts county registration list for the June 4 primary contains 1,502 names, a small decrease from two years ago due to removals. Under permanent registration, once registered a voter can vote in all elections if poll taxes are paid, and 21-year-olds since the last election may register and vote.
The notice highlights Carmichael Drug and Book Company selling a potato bug killer that targets pests but spares vines, while English press report notes heightened meat shortages plus potential milk controls and broader rationing in Britain.
Persons who subscribed to the third issue may obtain their bonds by visiting local banks. Banks now hold a full supply of the securities, with deliveries available through the bank used for the original subscription.
A singing event at Moore's Chapel is set for Sunday May 26 at 2 30 PM. All singers and musical lovers are invited to attend and participate.
Mrs. H. T. Straynge of Guineaville Ga praises Foley Kidney Pills for easing bladder inflammation and back pain. The ad claims quicker kidney and bladder relief, reduced urinary irregularities, and lasting health after use. Trial suggested by The Owl Pharmacy.
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