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Newspaper
Jackson Progress Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1921
Page
4
A poem argues true memorials come from deeds not stones. It notes kindness endures through human hearts, lip to lip, beyond graves, and says the day of a great man lies in the impact of his actions rather than a shaft or tomb. Sewing for Orphans appears as a charitable effort symbolizing such enduring legacy.
The Methodist church ladies gathered Thursday in the annex to sew for the Decatur Orphanage children. They enjoyed a delicious lunch at noon and were joined by friends from other churches who helped in this noble effort.
The W C T U invites members to a Friday afternoon meeting at 3 o clock with Mrs Annie Webb. The topic is Temperance Instruction in the School.
Members of the Juvenile Missionary Society of the Methodist church will open a mite box Saturday afternoon on the church lawn. Refreshments will be served and all the children are expected to attend.
Mrs. J. B. Settle and Mrs. A. T. Buttrill will host the D A R chapter members next Tuesday afternoon at 4 o'clock at Mrs. Buttrill's. All members urged to attend as important business will come up for discussion.
Citizens with authentic knowledge of a Revolutionary soldier grave in Butts county should report to a local D A R chapter member so markers can be obtained from the government and placed over the grave.
Mrs Hughton Thornton of Tallapoosa entertained Sewing Club members at her mother Mrs J M Leach's home Wednesday morning. Lovely favors were given and a salad course with iced tea was served. Mrs J M Leach and Mrs Slaton Carmichael assisted.
The Woman's Exchange offers a inviting scene with fancy articles candies cakes rolls and salads. Specials on Tuesdays Thursdays and Saturdays feature baked goods and condiments while orders are taken on other days. Open for public service from 9 to 11 am and 2 to 5 pm with a tea table available.
A younger social set enjoyed a prom Friday evening hosted by Miss Dollie Kimbell for her guest Miss Willie T Weems of Decatur. Music via Victrola, a decorated porch, punch by Mrs Julian Thurst on, and cream and cake served late with help from sister Mrs Wilson.
The ceremony was held Sunday afternoon in Worthville with Rev. E C Wilson officiating. Bride Miss Lillie Belle Smith, daughter of Mr and Mrs S F Smith, is well liked by many. Groom Mr Joseph Albert Town is a respected young farmer. Attendees included Miss Annie Parker of Covington and Mr Ira T Fincher of McDonough. Townsends’ friends extend heartfelt congratulations.
Mr. and Mrs. J. H. McKibben and family spent Monday in Macon. Mrs. J. R. Jordan traveled to Macon for her brother Ousley’s illness. Ernest Cole returned from Atlanta after a tonsil operation at the government hospital. Visitors from Southern Railway Systems came to Jackson. Several families hosted relatives in Macon and Tilburn over the weekend and Georgia Tech student Fred J. Hopkins resumed senior year duties.
Mesdames W. D. Compton and J. A. Middlebrooks with Mrs Ruth Middlebrooks spent Saturday in Atlanta. Mr. J. Lee Guest of Philadelphia was also mentioned in the visit report.
The Young People’s Missionary Society of the Methodist church met at the Gastons’ home Friday. Members toured missions in Yokohama Japan with talks by Rev J R Jordan and Mrs R W Mays. Miriam Fletcher played piano as fifty guests attended. Next stop on the tour is Korea for October.
Mr. A. A. Hownell spent Tuesday in Atlanta. Mrs. T. H. Cavaker spent Friday. Mrs. T. B. Miller visits Augusta. Mr. E. S. Settle visited Atlanta Wednesday. Mrs. Mary Kinard week ended in McDonough. Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Buttrill spent Sunday in Barnesville. Mr. T. H. Caraker returned from Waycross. Mrs. F. S. Carmichael returned from Macon. Mrs. W. S. Dame of Juliette visited relatives in the city Saturday. Rev. Z. M. Leverette of Devereaux visited relatives here this week. Mrs. W. H. Key and children of Monticello guest of Rosa Franklin Bailey. Miss Charlie Lee Stroud of Jeffersonville spent part of the week with her sister Mrs. Fielder Jones and is now visiting in Madison.
Worthville residents and guests were mentioned in a series of Sunday visits and weekend stays. Elmer Cawthon and family hosted the Maddoxes. the Chamberses’ daughter Ruth traveled to Griffin. the White family visited Harrison Cawthon and Frances. J H Pope and Robert White visited Jackson. Rupert Washington and children spent Sunday in Covington. A C Aiken stayed with Vesta Ellington. Robert Cawthon and family visited John Chambers. Bessie Britt remained at home.
Mrs Boyce Cawthon hosted a moonlight picnic in the grove at David's Spring last Wednesday night. About twenty five guests enjoyed lantern light, games, and a late picnic lunch with lemonade served by the girls, guided by chaperones Mr and Mrs Robert White and Mrs W J White. Tanlac is now sold by Carmichael Drug and Book Company.
Local residents and visitors noted in this periodical item include Dr. Herbert E. White resuming studies at Emory Medical College, Miss Pearl Edalgo visiting Rockmart, Marvin Thomas returning from a government hospital in North Carolina, and Dr. Albert O. Linch back at Emory. Other entries record visits to Monticello and Atlanta, travels between Macon Barnesville Jenkinsburg Locust Grove and Mercer University, plus campus updates at Emory College F. H. S. and A. & M. School. The Flovilla Gin Co. plans weekly operation due to boll weevil conditions and local figures such as Capt. J Parks Terrell and Col. O. M. Duke are noted guests and officials.
Pa and Mr Boyd Guest of ClevelandOhio are guests of their mother. Mr and Mrs Will Minter and children near McDonough spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs John O Minter. Marcus Childs visits Leonard Childs near Forsyth. Frances Gilmore returns from Monticello. Nellie Guest from Atlanta visits her ill mother. W J Bankston W T Thurston and W D Jolly visit Atlanta. Elizabeth McGough spends week with daughter near Griffin. S D Thurston able to go to town. Tom Merritt spent part of last watch in Cochran.
An advertisement touts a lemon lotion recipe to whiten facial skin. It claims no irritation and cites use by famous stage beauties for a rosy white complexion, fading freckles sunburn and tan. The mix is two lemons and three ounces of Orchard White in a bottle, shaken to yield a quarter pint.
Diamond Dyes advertise that their kit can dye or tint faded items from sweaters to draperies. Directions are simple for any woman and promise no streaking or fading, with guidance on wool silk linen cotton or blends.
Mr and Mrs J C Kimbell and children of Cedar Rock spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Wood Pulliam. Harry Redman left for Emory University to resume studies. Fire threatened Mr J C Harpers home Monday morning but was extinguished. Gladys Redman returned home from Griffin visit. Mrs Fred Morgan and children visited relatives in Jasper county. Mrs H G McClure hosted a Saturday evening party with music and games.
Buyer seeks to purchase a 1921 Ford touring car in good condition. Respondents contact Lock Box 51 in Atlanta Georgia with available vehicle details and asking price.
The First Baptist Church reports a successful September Promotion Day with ten pupils moving to the Junior department and nine to Intermediate. Mission offering reached 82 dollars. Plans announced to visit churches starting November 1 to promote pledges, plus a campaign to cancel obligations. Orphans at Hapeville appeal for food and a carload collection organized. B Y P U social praised with performances and new leadership. Laymen and Sardis church coordination noted, plus invitation to visit by Dr Stephen and wife from China to view the new church building.
A singing event is planned at Sardis church on Sunday afternoon October 9. All lovers of music are invited to attend this community gathering.
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