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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1949
Page
4
The editorial notes a widening, more complex probe into alleged liquor activity in Georgia and hopes for continued diligence until all facts are uncovered. It references government funding for the national school lunch program and quips on car buying and social tolerance, closing with an adage about friendship.
The piece argues that re registration of Georgia voters will take months and cost taxpayers, risking restricted participation and a drift toward dictatorship. It cites Miss Margaret Mitchell and John Paschal as beloved figures needing health and continued work, and warns against delaying actions and excuses that become delusions.
Editor Herrin launches a new column titled Cornbread and Peas in the Hawkinsville Dispatch. He recalls an uncle's saying that college is fine but learning how the cornbitad and peas reach the table matters most.
Dr H Keer Taylor of the Presbyterian Church of Milledgeville warns that soil loss threatens civilization, citing ancient Babylon and Syria as desertified nations after forest destruction. He urges ministers to promote responsible land stewardship as population grows and fertility declines.
In a Morgan County News editorial, residents denounce a $20,000,000 tax grab and alleged smear campaigns by Herman and his aides. They warn such tactics fuel distrust in government and urge a return to lawful, God-centered governance.
A compilation notes Georgia picnic remarks by Eugene Anderson and A C Jolly, reflections on family, cosmetics, and education. It contrasts church school funding with state institutions, framing a national controversy over public aid to education in Congress.
A local illustration notes many Taylor County youths are not tied to farm or civic groups. It urges 4-Hers and farm clubs to enroll these youths to provide training, independence, and self reliance for participation in public programs.
Taylor County board of registrars weighs whether to require all eligible voters to register now or wait for the State Supreme Court ruling on the Registration Act. The act, approved February 25, 1949, requires registration to start immediately, replacing the old list and shifting duty to the county.
A veteran editor dreams his paper could publish on time with every detail correct. He reflects on the daily fight against errors, the blame placed on reporters, and the value of reader feedback that drives fairness across divides.
A historical reflection on Georgia settlers who filled days with farm labor and practical crafts. They wintered by wood cutting and repairs, sprouted crops in spring, processed syrup, and sold goods in fall. The piece argues time discipline built the state's prosperity and urges moderate recreation to boost success.
No. 1 on page 1 describes W. E. Steed on his porch beside the Baptist church as rain falls. The scene notes a well kept lawn and shrubbery and notes the sermon like atmosphere as Steed, aged and nearly blind, reflects on life, faith, and friendship while urging unity and support.
The government will support cotton prices by loans at 30 cents per pound for middling cotton with grade based adjustments. Cottonseed loans are set near 50 dollars per ton with details forthcoming from the Commodity Credit Corporation. The program follows a recent drop in cottonseed prices and applies to warehoused cotton in Reynolds and Butler.
Three city lots offered for sale plus a Westinghouse top electric refrigerator. See Mrs A C Royeton of Reynolds Georgia for details.
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