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Newspaper

Jackson Progress Argus

Location

Jackson, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1918

Page

9

Representative Bays Seeks Re election In Butts County

Formal announcement by Dr. R W Mays shows he seeks another term as representative from Butts county in the state primary on September 11. Mays, a former lower house member and current general assembly member, is a wealthy landowner and among the county’s leading citizens. The race now has three candidates for the office. Red Cross Drive May 20 27.

Butts County R. W. Mays Dr. Mays General Assembly Anther

Thornton and friends listed in Georgia travel notes

Personal notices list D. M. Thornton and S. H. Thornton in Atlanta, Estelle Thornton in Stockbridge, T. A. Nutt and J. M. Bowden in Atlanta, A. F. White of Flotilla in the city, Elizabeth Rowland visiting Dublin, Seaborn Maddox of Camp Wheeler on furlough, Col. John W. Moore ill in Atlanta, and a group enjoyed a dam fish fry featuring numerous names including C. W. Buchanan, Joe and James, Estelle Thornton, Nell Saunders, and J. K. Sitton.

Col John W. Moore Atlanta

Glycerine Mixture Promoted for Appendicitis Relief

An advertisement touts Adler-ika a glycerine buckthorn bark mix claimed to flush the entire bowel in one spoonful. It promises instant relief from sour stomach gas and constipation and prevention of appendicitis as endorsed by J. H. Turner a druggist in Jackson.

Jackson J. H. Turner Adv

Mr. R. O. Settle Leaves Jackson for Forsyth

Mr. R. O. Settle resigns as local agent of the Southern Railway after two years in Jackson. He will join the Southern Cotton Oil Company in Forsyth as cashier on June 1. Citizens regret his departure and wish him and Mrs. Settle happiness in their new home.

R. O. Settle Southern Railway System Southern Cotton Oil Company Forsyth Settle Jackson

Mrs Eliza Fears Dies at Indian Springs Home

Mrs. Eliza Fears died at the home of Miss Hattaway Tuesday night. Had she lived to June 30 she would have been ninety four. She gave hymns to a friend years ago and they were sung at her funeral. She is buried at Indian Springs cemetery with pastor Dr Van Deventer conducting the grave service.

Eliza Fears

Jackson Milling Offers Free Corn Shucks

Notice states two cars of corn arrived and Jackson Milling and Feed Co will give away the shucks as a gift.

The Jackson Milling & Feed Co

Cut This Out Ad Offer From Foley Co

A promotional slip invites readers to send five cents and self addressed details to Foley & Co in Chicago to receive a trial package of Foley remedies including Honey and Tar for coughs Foley Kidney Pills and Foley Cathartic Tablets from The Owl Pharmacy.

Foley & Co Sheffield Ave Chicago Ill Foley Owl Pharmacy

Ford roadster for sale affordable and in good shape

Paul Nolen & Co. advertises a Ford roadster in good condition at a low price. The note links vehicle sale to supporting the Red Cross and urges readers to fulfill their duty in the ongoing drive.

Ford Paul Nolen & Co

This Is the Week to Get Your Name on the Roll of Honor

The notice urges readers to enroll or verify inclusion on a local honor roll this week, highlighting community recognition and the deadline to participate.

Mrs. Elizabeth Fears Dies at 94 in Indian Springs

Mrs. Elizabeth Fears aged 94 died at her home in Indian Springs Tuesday night after a period of infirmity. She is survived by two nephews J. T. Gibson of Flovilla and John S. Coleman of Atlanta and several nieces including Mrs. S. H. Mays, Mrs. Mary Thompson, Miss Fannie Gibson, and Miss Coleman. Funeral services were held Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. conducted by Dr. Robert VanDeventer and burial followed in Indian Springs cemetery.

Elizabeth Fears Indian Springs

Texas Wonder cures kidneys and bladder troubles

An advertisement for Dr. E. W. Hall claims Texas Wonder treats kidney and bladder issues in men women and children with a two month course per bottle. It offers mail order at $1.00 and cites testimonials while noting 2926 Olive Street St Louis Missouri and druggist availability. The War Trade Board limits crude rubber imports to 100000 tons yearly and 25000 tons for the current quarter ending June 31 1918 with changes possible later.

Texas E. W. Hall Olive Street St. Louis War Trade Board Bureau of Imports

Foley Cathartic Tablets Promote Quick Digestive Relief

An Unadilla Georgia reader endorses Foley Cathartic Tablets for rapid relief from biliousness bloating gas indigestion and constipation with no gripping or nausea. The Owl Pharmacy advert prompts readers to try the product.

B. B. Hayward Unadilla Owl Pharmacy

Readers flood paper with war news and political updates

The public shows unprecedented interest in war coverage and politics as subscribers grow weekly, drawn by the paper’s timely reporting and dependable information.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Qcott Scott Ures Bays Guyt McLendon Philip Cook H. B. Strange Dorsey Mr. Cook Red Cross Drive A. R. Conner Jackson, Ga Liberty Counties Butts, Spalding and Henry Buttrill Bros Jackson, Georgia D. M. Thornton S. H. Thornton Estelle Thornton Stockbridge T. A. Nutt and J. M. Bowden A. F. White Flotilla City Elizabeth Rowland Dublin Seaborn W. Maddox Camp Wheeler Rye Iy MR. R. O. Settle Red Cross
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