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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1949
Page
4
The note from a mother asks for excuse for John’s yesterday afternoon absence due to a fall in mud. The piece then jokes that Georgia needs more bed factories to provide sleeping places for state officials and many others planning to run in next year’s election.
In Manchester a public confession was made by City Manager W. C. Bill Lemore, who has been suspended from office. The disclosure followed ongoing charges and involved continued relations between the parties despite the conflict.
A reader notes that controversy is healthy when between private citizens but warns that disputes involving an official head and private individuals are harmful, urging restraint as Georgia experiences ongoing conflicts between officials and private citizens.
The piece laments increasing tragic deaths of unmarried young women in Georgia. It cites lack of parental example and a restless society with little time for wholesome recreation and gospel preaching as contributing factors, urging viewers to watch trends on Sunday nights in Butler.
The Albany Journal editor John H. Crouch and six other newspapermen defend their state appointments amid criticism from rival papers. The piece praises administration recognition and asserts editors must weigh public interest and advise friends, stating nothing is better than a true friend.
The piece argues the Georgia liquor scandal is a political mess tied to the 1950 gubernatorial race. It notes prior administrations profited from the scheme and questions motives while urging full, impartial investigation to expose crooks and official profiteers, regardless of party. The Atlanta Journal is cited calling for cleansing punishment if proven.
The piece extols heaven as the eternal home for believers, detailing a flawless city with streets of gold, pearly gates, jasper walls, and a crystal river. It emphasizes a life without sickness, death, or sorrow, with God dwelling among the saved forever.
A Chicago doctor recommends an eight hour work eight hour play eight hour sleep schedule and a balanced diet. He warns against overeating worrying and neglecting teeth tonsils and appendix. He says ending work could boost vital function but ending worry remains a harder task.
Taylor County authorities, led by the sheriff and his deputy, run a vigorous campaign against drivers under the influence, using the highways as speedways. Traffic accidents are largely decreasing as a result of their efforts.
The Abbeville Chronicle edited by J. R. Ham earns wide quotation and cultural reach due to spritely editorials and witty sayings. The piece highlights appreciation for Ham's sacrifice and the newspaper’s growing exchange value with other papers.
An editorial urges balance between material work and higher aims. It cites the phrase man shall not live by bread alone, calling for attention to physical mental development and spiritual advancement, and warns believers to stay steadfast against fleshly temptations.
The piece argues against political smearing of former governors and defends a four year term limit while praising Georgia’s school system for remaining free of political influence. It contends that criticism should be timely and fact based, not politically expedient, and commends local school boards for political neutrality.
The Wesleyan Christian Advocate at Macon plans a job printing plant and will rely on pastors in Georgia to solicit commercial printing, bringing potential conflict with local printers who depend on those pastors for support. concern is voiced over the move and its dangers.
The report lists new officers including R. H. Comer Americus Worshipful Master and F. R. Barentine Fitzgerald Deputy Master. The Ellaville convention to host the next session was unanimously approved and a resolutions report praised Fickling Lodge 129 and the Grand Master E Russell Moulton for their hospitality and speeches.
J R Ham muses that natural temperament matters little without effort, noting some well disposed people fail in life while others succeed despite flaws. He concludes to make the most of what one has and press on with life.
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