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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1925
Page
1
Fire of unknown origin destroyed the two story Commercial Hotel on the corner of Lee and Stonewayy streets in Dawson Georgia. Owned by Mrs. Lillie Williams the building was partially insured and merchants nearby escaped major damage due to west wind. The hotel must be rebuilt from the ground.
Atlanta March 27 J Epps Brown chairman of the board of directors of the Southern Bell Telephone Company died in Atlanta after several years of illness. Born in Newberry DC in 1867 he studied at Mt Bethel Academy and Erskine College before joining the company in 1909 as Americus manager and rising to president in 1919. He resigned in 1924 due to ill health and was elected chairman of the board.
Wrightsville Ga March 30 The motion to change venue for Charles G Rawlings bank president of Sandersville and J J Tanner overseer in the death of Gus Tarburton wealthy planter was denied on Monday by Judge R B Camp. Notice of appeal to the Georgia Court of Appeals was filed and Judge Camp signed the bill of exceptions prepared by Attorney Thomas W Hardwick.
Freés Edwards of Bessemer Alabama was acquitted in a circuit court after a two and a half hour jury verdict of not guilty in the wife murder case. The trial followed a mistrial and intense public attention. Edwards smiled as his father Col Lett Edwards praised him, and spectators were restrained by the judge. Annie Lou Edwards was slain on December 2, the night of the intruder incident, with authorities labeling it an inside job.
Ft. Valley Ga March 28 Chapel Hall the main building of Fort Valley High and Industrial School an Episcopalian institution for negroes was destroyed by a fire caused by a defective flue. Loss may exceed 30000 with most records saved. The three story brick building housed six classrooms a chapel and fifteen dormitory rooms. over fifty students and faculty lost personal belongings. Classes will not halt as 600 students are housed in five other campus buildings. The school is supported mainly by the Episcopal Church in the United States.
Wrightsville Ga March 27 J J Tanner farm overseer for Charles G Rawlings of Sandersville was found guilty of murder in the death of G A Yarburton a Johnson County planter on Feb 17 The jury recommended mercy and a motion for new trial will be heard May 15 Rawlings co defendant will be tried Monday Judge Earl Camp sentenced Tanner to life in prison awaiting the retrial hearing Tanner was escorted to Dublin jail for safekeeping and was nervous as jurors filed in
Universal sorrow fell over Butler as news arrived of Nettie Jones's death in an Atlanta automobile crash last night. Daughter of Mrs. Florence Jones, formerly of Butler, Nettie had been a popular stenographer in Butler and recently moved to Atlanta with her sister Leah Mead. The telegram said her body would be brought to Butler probably Friday with details to follow.
Andrew J Cobb former Georgia Supreme Court member and son of former Governor H Cobb died suddenly in Athens Friday after illness and a heart attack. Born April 12 1857 he served on the state Supreme Court 1897 1907 and held multiple legal and educational posts in Georgia. He was dean of Atlanta Law School and trustee of Lucy Cobb Institute with one son and two daughters.
Mrs G T Theus of Butler Georgia offers Donaldson strain eggs. Delivered settings priced at 1.10 dollars each, or 1.00 dollar per setting if called for in person.
A device for suspending radiators from side walls eliminates legs and diffuses heat, and has been patented. The invention enables wall mounting to free floor space while improving heat distribution and room aesthetics.
Columbus Enquirer-Sun reports attorneys for Jones and Bloodworth may waive Judge McLaughlin's disqualification to hear an extraordinary motion for a new trial in Taylor County Superior Court come April. Beeland, counsel for the youths, says the motion will argue juror ties to Mrs. Underwood, widow of a man slain by the youths, and may seek severance or a change of venue if granted. The 1928 joint trial could see separate trials if granted. a new fate is unlikely before the Taylor court convenes April 6.
Atlanta, March 28 Congressman Wm D Upshaw announced he will appeal to the federal trade commission to investigate gasoline price levels in Georgia. Att y Gen Go M Napier said no decision yet on appealing to the Supreme Court from Judge Geo L Bell's Fulton Superior Court ruling denying an injunction against further price increases.
A Sunday accident near Butler involved six young women returning from Reynolds. Driver Pansy Brewer lost control in a sand rut, flipping the car and trapping several occupants. Miss Clyde and Miss Ouida Brewer suffered serious injuries, while four others escaped with minor harms. Tourists nearby aided the victims and brought them to town. recovery expected in a few weeks barring complications.
The April term of Taylor Superior Court meets at Butler on Monday at 10 a.m. Judge C F McLaughlin, newly on the bench since January 1, presides with Walker R Flournoy and R O Perkins as key officials. Sheriff R P McGuin and Clark O S Cox lead a strong legal staff and jury pool for a two week term of civil and criminal business.
Ancona eggs offered for thirty days at $1.00 per setting of 15 or $5.00 per hundred. Pure strain Ancona eggs advertised with pricing details.
Another high grade piano in excellent condition is returned due to payment difficulties. The instrument is offered at a rare bargain with favorable terms for responsible buyers. For full particulars address Ludden and Bates.
Citizens of Butler have benefited from a week of strong evangelistic sermons at the Methodist Church by Rev G M Spivey. Large crowds attended each service, with overflowing congregations at morning meetings and notable impact on youth during evening services. The revival continues through Sunday night with invites to attend all remaining services.
Dreizin's store overflows with spring stock as Oscar Dreizin starts a pre Easter sale at 8 o'clock Friday. The first 100 ladies receive coupon tickets for a $25 dress drawing at 10 cents. At 3 pm a free gift for the best boy 8 to 12 is a $12.50 suit with two pants. no purchase required.
Americus Ga March 30 Rev R M Allison 71 died suddenly at his brother R E Allison’s home after Sunday services he had been in declining health for years and had recently visited Americus two months ago. He formerly pastored Butler Methodist church and was held in high esteem locally.
Georgia Public Service Commission approved a $150,000 common stock issue and $75,000 purchase money notes for Whitewater Power Company of Montezuma. Proceeds pay for property from Montezuma Light Company and Artesian Ice Company and fund extensions and improvements by the new firm.
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