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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1926
Page
4
Monticello News notes the Butler Herain in 1876 published by GE BENNS as editor and publisher. It contains aphorisms on restraint, progress, and cooperation urging Georgia toward constructive state building and unity. The piece reflects a local newspaper voice praising civic effort and commonwealth development.
In this era of bright publicity and intense scrutiny, the author questions whether everyone is as bad as they appear and cautions against indulging in universal cynicism or character assassination, advocating restraint.
The Walton News argues that observing creation proves a Supreme Being. Mountains, valleys, plains, and seas reveal a Master-Builder behind all, a power both mysterious and sublime worthy of worship and adoration.
A moral reflection contrasts life as constant drudgery with unending pleasure. It warns that continuous toil can numb the mind and heart, while unrestricted indulgence corrupts the soul. The text commends finding steady drudgery as consistency and pleasure as timeless contentment.
In a Macon Telegraph comment the writer questions why state bank examiners failed to uncover rotten conditions at Manley banks and stop the problem, asking what is the examiner for, while the Savannah Press adds a critical remark about using public funds for such inquiries.
A reader questions conflicting reports on highway mile allocations. The Savannah Press notes 786 miles remain unallotted while another source cites 49.5 miles. The writer asks why Holder is not making more allotments and why the papers are not printing explanations.
The speaker urges that a sculptor shapes stone as the artist’s vision burns in the mind. Destiny, like unhewn granite, is formed by thought and passion. The choice is to carve beauty or risk a hideous outcome.
In its anniversary edition the Hartwell Sun boasts the annual school edition and 50th anniversary issue. The paper highlights a campaign begun two years earlier to promote the noble fluid, claiming hundreds or thousands have been converted and urging readers to try a lass.
A political letter expresses desire to congratulate Alabama figures Hugo Black and Bibb Graves while seeking support from Alabama Klansmen against Al Smith in the forthcoming presidential race. It notes potential Georgia voter reaction and pleads for a loyal Congress from Atlanta’s district to aid Georgia.
The Herald opens its columns to state candidates for Sept 8 voting, asking each to state views on key issues. Topics include bond issues, highway and agricultural department extravagance, banking laws, and farmer taxes. Voters need concrete remedies and real plans from candidates.
Dr B M Rastall argues the newspaper shapes American intellect by breaking provincialism and broadening views beyond local circles. He calls it the modern, cosmopolitan force guiding community improvement through shared experiences. Fly-Tex promises mosquito-free sleep tonight.
A commentary on love versus passion in marriage. True love, built on esteem and character, endures beyond passionate fires and outlives hate. It asserts loyalty, stability, and motherly devotion, contrasting fleeting infatuation with lasting commitment.
The Savannah Morning News reports a Douglas, Georgia tale of heroism where Rev W E Smith a young minister and Scoutmaster saves three lives at St Simons before perishing in the surf. Archie Bagwell, a fifteen year old Boy Scout rescued by the minister, then drowns trying to save his mentor. The Georgian praises Scouts as a model of character and notes posthumous recognition may follow.
A proposed law urges that each prison commissioner formally record names and addresses of all who advocate for or against pardons. The governor would release a public copy of the list when acting. The measure also calls for 10 days public notice at the courthouse before any pardon decision.
Pearson Tribune editor asks editor Charlie Benn of the Butler Herald about his whereabouts and purpose in returning to greet the press. The quip questions why Benn has Benn and portrays readers as angered by both parties at once.
Shipping instructions urge straight bills of lading for shipments from Taylor County to the Georgia Cotton Growers Co op. Members must list contract numbers, tag numbers, and bale weights on bills. Cotton delivered to compress points will be stored at the named compress, with a Cotton Growers tag showing name and contract number on the back. Fly Tox is promoted as a world renowned product from a leading research institute.
The message states that cotton delivered to a local warehouse or shipped elsewhere against instructions will incur all costs for handling. Charges apply until the cotton is placed in the proper compress, ensuring the member bears storage and insurance expenses at the lowest possible rate.
Judge Eve, 64, brings twenty years on the trial bench and has earned endorsements from Bar Associations, ministers, county officers, the Woman's Club, Justices of the Peace, and twenty seven editors. Voters are urged to support Eve at the polls on September 8.
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