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Newspaper
Jackson Progress Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1918
Page
5
War Time Drives and Political Debate Across Georgia
A wartime appeal urges readers to join Red Cross drives and honor rolls while noting Prohibition issues and Liberty Bond oversubscriptions. It surveys school attendance, war labor demands, and the stump for Senatorial candidates, warning against overemphasis on loyalty as a credential and urging scrutiny of Atlanta backed contenders.
Liberty Bond Drive Urges County Support for Red Cross Fund
In the week of May 20 to 27 citizens are urged to raise 100 million dollars for the Red Cross war fund. The article frames Liberty Loans as a patriotic, selfless loan to aid soldiers in France, urging all Butts County residents to contribute their share to meet the county quota quickly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Red Cross War Fund
France
Red Cross
America
Butts County
Six Senate Candidates Compare to Georgia’s Greats
The piece argues Georgia should be represented by its biggest men in the U.S. Senate. It contends the six current candidates do not measure up to historic Georgians like Hill, Toombs, Stephens, Bacon, and Gordon, casting doubt on Georgia’s statesmanship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hill
Toombs
Stephens
Bacon
Gordon
Georgia
Senate
United States Senate
Holding Up Your End In War Work Support
The Progress Argus commends Jackson business men for funding Liberty Loan and Red Cross coverage. Advertisers give paid space and the paper adds free publicity, asking for continued cooperation as publishing costs rise and public spirit remains strong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberty Loan
Red Cross
Jackson
Argus
How Many Are 3 000 000 Men
A historical calculation imagines 3 000 000 soldiers, measuring lines city to city, barrels of coffee, shoe-string spans, and costs. It estimates front lines, per-yard soldier density, and annual army expenditures around 15 billion dollars for munitions, food, clothing, and pay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Tampa
Fla
Seattle
San Diego
Paris
Berlin
New York City
Salt Lake City
Utah
France
Have you bought your coal before the cold season
The article warns Jackson residents to order coal now to avoid shortages as only seven hundred of nineteen hundred tons needed are secured. It urges filing applications through local dealers, backed by the state fuel administration, to secure shipments and prevent severe supply issues through the April 1 1919 period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fuel Administration
Jackson
Red Cross appeal urges generosity for a Butts County life
A plea urges readers to give to the Red Cross arguing the life of a Butts County boy saved on the field of battle is worth more than all contributions this week. The message urges readers to think of humanity when donating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Humanity
The
Red Cross
Butts County
Hon. Alex Stephens Candidate for Court of Appeals
In Atlanta Hon. Alex Stephens seeks a court of appeals seat after a Macon nomination setback. The piece urges voters to elect him in a context stressing justice for Stephens and civic duty amid wartime food concerns. It also highlights youth food programs and canning efforts as patriotic service supported by club members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex Stephens
Atlanta
Court of Appeals
Macon
Stephens
Georgia senatorial race shows Hardwick loss in rallying call
The piece notes Tom Hardwick’s defeat and rapid decline in support. It accuses campaign insiders of manipulating momentum in Macon and Sandersville and predicts Hardwick will withdraw if he has any political sense left. Stronger loyalist rivals are expected to emerge soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Hardwick
Macon
Sandersville
Georgia
Hardwick
Hardwick Is A Gone Gosling
United States Prepares for Final Struggle Against Germany
A wartime editorial urges patience as the nation gathers, organizes, and marshals resources for the long effort against Germany. It notes initial heavy planning and building for the future, expresses optimism, and pledges resolve as the mills of the gods grind slowly but surely toward victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Germany
Howard Speech Published By Unpaid Senate Candidate
The Progress Argus states it will not print campaign material free and that W S Howard must pay for his United States senate opening speech. The paper warns that candidates must cover publication costs to support the newspaper’s financial duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Schley Howard
Atlanta
United States Senate
Howard
Jackson Progress-Argus
Georgia
United State
Senate
Progress-Argus
W. S. Howard
McLendon and Strange Vie for Secretary of State Seat
Hon. Guyt McLendon seeks the secretary of state post starting January 1 to succeed the late Philip Cook. Hon. H. B. Strange, appointed by Governor Dorsey to fill Cook’s vacancy, also runs as a candidate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guyt McLendon
Philip Cook
H. B. Strange
Dorsey
Mr. Cook
Danderine Ad Promises Silk Hair and Dandruff Cure
An advertisement touts Knowlton's Danderine as a quick hair cleanser that removes dust oil and dandruff while promising new hair growth after weeks of use. It urges readers to buy a small bottle from druggists or toilet counters for a few cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knowlton
ROTC Red Cross Training Course Set Across Three Camps
The Red Cross drive lists a June to July training course for senior division ROTC units. Attendees from 120 colleges nationwide will be selected from about 6,500 students to attend sessions at Plattsburg Barracks New York Fort Sheridan Illinois and the Presidio San Francisco. Those completing the course will not be eligible for commissions and many participants will be under military age.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Division Reserve Officers’ Training Corps
Plattsburg Barracks
N. Y
Fort Sheridan
Ill
Presidio
San Francisco
Dean's Kidney Pills Ad Promotes One-Thing Kidney Aid
A 1920s style testimonial in an advertisement claims Dean's Kidney Pills cure kidney weakness. Mrs. J. D. Lynch of Pepperton Cotton Mill reports relief from back pain nervous spells and dizziness after using the pills bought at Carmichael Drug and Book Co. The Foster Milburn Co. from Buffalo New York markets the product at 60 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
Jackson
J. D. Lynch
Pepperton Cotton Mill
Carmichael Drug and Book Co
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TSOS
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