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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1920
Page
5
A Butler area roundup notes visits by residents to Macon and Atlanta, prices on staples like lard and meal, and local business mentions. It highlights the peach crop’s status, coldblooded market lines, a call for better roads, and community events including prayer services and a Memorial Address invitation.
A five dollar reward is offered for the return of the Petreen black scat bean retrieved by the finder. The notice directs the finder to deliver to Mr. E Harris Sharber and to claim the reward upon retaking the item.
Modern five room house with a three acre lot and a good well. City water available. Formerly occupied by C. S. Cox. Will be sacrificed. Also a six passenger automobile at bargain. For particulars call on C. C. Hay in Butler Georgia.
Mrs Polly Taunton, 76, died Thursday at the home of her husband W. R. Taunton east of Butler. Funeral services were held at Bethlehem cemetery led by Rev. John Locke. She is survived by four sons J F A J A G and W B Taunton and daughter Mrs S H Harris, plus many grandchildren and friends.
Mr Gox writes to Taylor County voters in the Herald expressing sincere appreciation for support in his successful race for Clerk Superior Court. He pledges to discharge duties to the satisfaction of all and apologizes for delay in publishing the note.
J E Trussell invites Butler and surrounding residents to call for first class groceries produce and fruits fresh meats fish and oysters. The ad promises best service and special attention to phone orders. Public patronage is requested.
Velvet Beans offered by T S Fountain to farmers in the area. Advertisement notes buying raising and selling fur bearing rabbits and other animals. Instructions to place orders and list stock with lowest flat prices on large shipments. Includes address 515-517 N. P Ave Fargo ND and bank references. Rub-My-Tism advertised as a pain killer for rheumatism neuralgia sprains.
A black unmarked stray sow with six young pigs has been on the premises for several months. Owner can claim by calling the contact and paying keeper expenses. Also appears an ad for a five passenger Ford for sale, lightly used and in tip-top mechanical condition.
Rev C F Aked urges believers that Easter transformed the world and renewing faith in God. He describes God as Father and Mother of all creation, asks if prayers scare us, and proclaims Christ is risen with morning light dispelling fear. Also Parker Farms advertises frost proof cabbage plants and other stock from Moultrie Georgia.
An old advertisement touts Pepto Mangan as a tonic for run down or anemic people. It claims the product rebuilds blood, restores color to cheeks, boosts appetite, and improves energy, urging readers to ask for Gude's Pepto Mangan to ensure authenticity.
Fire Insurance urged for every property owner with coverage against fire, lightning, wind, and tornado. Automobiles insured. Butler Banking Co offers protection from seven solid companies represented by Smith and Peed of Braz Ge.
Mrs. Pickens Riley advertises pure strain Leghorn hens suitable for setting at 1.25 dollars per dozen, aiming to attract buyers seeking quality fowl stock.
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