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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1930
Page
4
The Department of Crop Census notes a cotton crop near last year while the Federal Farm Board readies feed and food supplies due to a severe drought that prevented a full crop, affecting the people.
The Hartwell Sun discusses an Oklahoma woman's marriage ad paying eight dollars and leading to an $11,000 life policy, then reports on a Georgia Columbus cosmetic powder venture using Georgia and Alabama clay. It cites a Durand factory plan and a six week readiness window, while noting a broader economic swing with high employment and rail and steel expansion. It also covers Governor candidate Carswell urging a tax plan to fund debts by diverting auto tail receipts for one year.
A lighthearted domestic note urges wives to keep husbands cheerful with kindness and home cooking. The author recommends fried chicken for dinner and waffles or pancakes for supper, praising sweet words and a pleasant morning as keys to harmony and happiness.
The Pike County Journal argues that life’s rewards are not fair or earned by merit. It observes salt of the earth individuals receive little material gain while selfish, greedy figures may gain wealth. The piece concludes that God may reward as he sees fit, but people do not always.
A Dalton Citizen writer recounts a tale from Greenwood South Carolina about the Confederate Great Seal. The cabinet meeting at Abbeville discussed hiding the seal in a well but fear of informers led to dropping the 500 pound emblem into the Savannah River at midnight. The Bert home remains in Abbeville.
The Macon Telegraph cautions voters on John N Holder’s highway financing approach and favors the Carswell proposal. It argues that diverting 5 million from the Titus tax risks road program, and criticizes short term notes as impractical, urging Carswell’s method as the sensible path. It notes constitutional hurdles and legislative delay would hinder any quick fix.
Atlanta reports N N Hughes of Nashville and longtime Georgia sheriff will lead the aggressive campaign for John B Wilson for secretary of state. Wilson praises Hughes, and Hughes commends Wilson as capable and honest, aiming for victory on September 10.
Cobb County Times editor Otis A Brumby defends Sen Harris against Slaton attacks saying Harris maintains cordial relations with press and informs constituents with newsletters. He accuses Slaton of seeking to keep people in the dark and notes Harris never begged for publicity, only paid higher advertising during the campaign.
Louis S. Moore of Thomasville announces his candidacy for Secretary of State. The former state senator and American Legion leader is praised for his thorough study of the office and regarded as well qualified by supporters statewide. The nomination comes amid attention to the duties affecting three million Georgians.
A heated Georgia political clash pits Mr Slaton against Senator Harris over lobbying and money power. The speech denounces Slaton for opposing pension funding and state services while highlighting campaign spending and influence shaping the 14 year Senate record.
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