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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1947
Page
4
An excerpt from a Butler Georgia newspaper describes editorial staff details and publication facts, followed by community commentary. It includes a moral tale about opportunity and a receptionist’s quip about a job interview, reflecting local sentiment on cooperation and self-interest.
Three weekly Georgia newspapers changed ownership led by The Eastman Advertiser purchased from Eugene Yawn by Hendrix Crutch- Geld. The new owners promise fair treatment for all with no discrimination. Gov Thompson and Senators George and Mussell praised for pushing education and agricultural aid while improving state progress.
A letter argues Truman should deploy unemployed veterans as paid crime fighters to police major cities like Chicago and New York. The writer says the program would reduce racketeering and highway robbery, provide jobs for ex-soldiers, and relieve the public from crime.
A report from Albany and Canton recounts a burglary at St. Theresa's parish house where a thief stole Father Paul Kohler's sermon manuscript and $36.50. Lakeland's M. G. Sanders faces charges after claiming travel through many jails. The piece also covers Georgia political and editorial notes, including county praise for Amos Lowery and remarks on upcoming state conventions.
Gov. M. E. Thompson said Georgia would cooperate with national and local governments on an interstate master road plan. He favors prioritizing rural road improvements despite support for four lane highways and a Rural Mail Carriers Association dispute over highway funding. Attorney General Eugene Cook ruled the association’s claim largely voided after a change by former Gov. Ellis Arnall.
Forsyth August 4 Judge Ogden Persons retires after nearly 25 years as Flint Circuit superior court judge. Judge Harvey Kennedy of Barnesville succeeds him and convenes court after the tribute program at Monroe County Courthouse. W B Mitchell led proceedings with a testimonial noting Judge Persons civic judicial and religious work as lawyers and laymen praised his service. Kennedy opened the August term by empaneling a jury.
An old advertisement promotes Teol fungicide for athlete's foot claiming fast germ killing in one hour or a 35 cent refund. The ad highlights 90 percent alcohol content and portability at Porters Pharmacy in Butler Georgia.
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