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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1914
Page
6
The candidate thanks Taylor County voters for support in the General Assembly race. He praises rival Douglas, explains private business and a Taylor Superior Court term prevented a full canvass, and pledges effort on behalf of the state during a crisis.
Editorial urges Butler to build a superior city school led by a capable principal and supportive citizens. It argues a top quality school will attract new residents, boost growth, and establish Butler as a center of learning, suggesting education as a strategic driver over factories.
An important notice asks Taylor county farmers to withhold selling cotton for the next 15 days while the federal government and banks develop plans to move the crop. The advisory emphasizes that delaying sales will likely bolster prices.
Judge W F George sets October third Saturday as hearing date for Williamson motion in Cordele court. Williamson was convicted at the August term of Taylor Superior Court for the killing of Marshal Jack Burke. Hearing to be held in Cordele.
A sprain may be cured in about one third the time required by the usual treatment by applying Chamberlain's Liniment and observing the directions with each bottle. For sale by all dealers.
Georgia lowers its tax rate from two mills to four and a half mills after legislative tax equalization. A separate ad promotes Foley Kidney Pills claiming relief from rheumatic pain and swelling, attributed to heat.
The fall term of the Butler Male and Female College for the 1914 1915 school year will begin Monday August 31 1914. Patrons and pupils are urged to assist teachers for a successful year and to note the new state adoption of books taking effect at the start of the term. W M Pettis Superintendent.
Summer coughs and colds are warned as dangerous indicators of low vitality and potential lung troubles. Dr King s New Discovery relieves coughs and prevents complications with soothing antiseptic action. Take immediate action buy 50¢ or 1.00 bottles at your druggist.
Rev J T Adams who assisted Rev John Locke in the absence of the pastor led a revival at Antioch Baptist Church and said the meeting was good with several additions. He praised the church condition and Sunday School interest while visiting local families and noting crop prospects. Shmate’s Rogers farm impressed him with 45 acres cotton yield near 50 bales and 78 acres corn at about 50 bushels per acre.
Rev J T Adams filled his regular appointment at Pleasant Grove church near Garden Valley last weekend and said baptisms will be held Sunday morning of next appointment. He noted crops are fine, praising a 40 acre Delta field of cotton likely to yield 50 bales. Oscar Simmons oversees the farm and, with Mrs Simmons, is praised for hospitality.
An old advertisement promotes Citrolax as a laxative and a refreshing hot weather drink. It claims cleansing effects and a pleasant taste, touting its ability to flush unwanted substances and provide cooling relief.
The Macon Telegraph reports a morning altercation on Broadway between Boliver H Ray and his cousin L M Lucas. Ray suffered a neck wound a facial lacerations and a shoulder stab with a warant issued for Lucas on assault and battery though not served by nightfall.
W W Douglass extends thanks to Taylor County voters who supported his bid for representative and offers no hard feelings to opponents. He pledges to conduct himself so that supporters never regret their vote.
Mr. D. R. Bigbie has been chosen by Central railroad officials as their agent at Butler with effect September 1. He previously held the post for years before resigning four years ago to pursue other business. He is regarded as one of the most efficient railroad men in this section of Georgia and his return is welcomed by the community.
Mrs. Georgia Chapman of Butler visited sister Mrs. J. A. Steed while Miss Hilda and Hinton Woodall returned from Manchester. Mrs. W. P. Hesters spent Monday with aunt Mrs. Williams. Mrs. C. B. Lucas attends Talbotton this week. The Woodalls and young May attended services in Butler. Uncle Dan Smith returned from Talbot county and Major J. A. Steed has been ill. The Gorman family of Birmingham visited relatives here. Mrs. W. A. Woodall hosted Miss Nettie Williams. Parish aid members met with Mrs. C. B. Lucas. Mrs. Callie Woodall and Little Miss Eula Catherine Huggins attended. The group hopes to have the parsonage painted and asks all Mauk Circuit ladies to help. Mrs. W. P. Hesters will entertain the Aid in September with full attendance urged.
Farmers churn fodder and cotton work continues as community ties strengthen. Local visits include T A Shoupe from Athens tending ill mother, Sanders families visiting Adams in Carsonville, and Peterman welcome News of a girl born Friday night. Protracted church meeting at Midway featured by Mosley and Locke with Haywood sisters providing music and several church members added.
Daviston residents share visits among friends and relatives including W. J. Gilson and wife, P. M. Spinks, G. W. Slaughter and others. The Tay lor county fair is announced for October 27 23 and 29 with enthusiasm.
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