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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1933
Page
4
The text criticizes General Machado, discusses the futility of correcting a know-it-all, advocates for an agricultural code limiting watermelon seeds, highlights Reynolds district as a prime farming area in Georgia, and notes claims that cotton cannot be grown at costs below 100 pounds per unit.
A rambling editorial snippet argues for affordable bread over cheap cigars, noting farm price alignment and a lingering question about Hannah. It mentions the Buy-in-August campaign, 3.2 beer tax revenue, Atlanta Sunday funeral bans, cotton acreage plans for 1984 1935, and a public service commission push to cut rates or lose jobs.
A collection of editorials from Georgia papers praises resilience in a downturn, lauds Roosevelt recovery policy and the agricultural adjustment act, and highlights editorials from the Adel News, Dawson News, and Thomasville Press. It notes Congressmen Castellon and Castellow gaining influence, praises local paper quality, and contrasts wealth with earned prosperity while urging public support.
The Herald reports Lieut. Hal C. Granberry requests local farmers cooperate with the camps purchasing department. He notes camp expenses must stay within appropriations and purchases made on a competitive basis. The paper suggests growers pool beans peas spinach turnips and similar products and supply daily as needed, a plan also for meats eggs butter and poultry to relieve shortages and aid farmers and camp authorities.
Thomaston Times reports Governor Talmadge will not approve the State Highway budget due to the highway commission’s failure to fire certain engineers. Upson County is owed about $25 000 for grading Number Three from Thomaston to Tobler Creek. work finished and road turned over, but payment delayed until governor's funds are released. County convicts’ pay missing risks finances and contracts for further grading could have financed the chain gang. If unresolved, the county may return convicts to the state prison system.
Savannah Press memorializes Cousin Fred Houser as a cheerful Georgia booster whose work spanned nationwide, from the Atlantic shores to North Georgia. The tribute, signed by Bill Biffem, honors his optimistic spirit and lasting impact on the state.
The Sandersville Progress editor praises Savannah as a prime choice for the eastern Georgia division of the State Highway Department. He notes Savannah’s importance and its people deserve recognition for their modesty and reasonable requests.
Columbus Ledger discusses threats facing young people, citing a 64 superintendent survey listing 11 major enemies including idleness, strong drink, wrong entertainment, sex interest, and unwholesome literature. Home and society blamed for failures, with college results emphasizing similar dangers and suggested education to counter them.
A remark proposes arming local town knockers with rubber hammers that bounce back to strike them between the eyes, a provocative and non literal suggestion reflecting frustration with the role.
A Rhinebeck Gazette piece praises a certain type of man whose quiet, steady work and concentration allow him to accomplish the impossible. He lacks political flair but handles village affairs unostentatiously, earning trust and respect as a “diamond in the rough” who delivers results without boasting.
The Warm Springs Mirror reports a change in ownership with Stout selling the paper printing outfit to H. E. Poor and L. M. Weinberg as editor. The paper aims for a livelier weekly, highlighting the town’s Foundation, Little White site, and Civilian Conservation Corps reservation nearby. The note also cites national fire loss concerns and editorial reflections from Thomasville Press on receiving compliments in the profession.
A fragmented historical notice reflects on power and responsibility. It suggests one man bears a duty that cannot be dodged, as others will emulate his strength in service of a noble endeavor, even as the exercise of influence affects those around him.
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