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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1956
Page
4
The Butler Herald notes various items from Taylor County and beyond. Mentions a bill to bar legislators from state jobs, Eisenhower's 1952 vote tally, and civic calls to merchants to improve trade. It cites regional papers and commentary on national trends and public sentiment.
In the Oglethorpe Echo Grady C. Clenn laments how his shy mind functions well while seated but stalls when standing to address a crowd. The remark is echoed by a reader or correspondent who notes understanding and solidarity with the speaker.
State School Superintendent M D Collins, educator for 43 years, may resign his state job next year. If he does, Gov. Griffin would appoint Assistant Superintendent Claude Purcell as his successor, according to capitol reports.
The Walton Tribune quotes Ernest Camp urging readers to give to the needy at home and abroad this season. He reminds that a Beneficent Providence has been kind to us and calls for gifts within our abilities.
Christmas Seals go on sale from mid November through Christmas to fund educational and curative TB efforts. The TB Association notes TB affects many Americans, with millions infected and hundreds of thousands needing care, urging local citizens to contribute via Seals.
Col Theo J McGee pens a Columbus newspaper letter from overseas amid unrest notes riots bombings and tension in Asia Africa and Hungary. He fears Red China influence near Hong Kong and hopes for safety in Tokyo and San Francisco arranging travel details and alien registers.
Friendship community of Randolph County won first place and $600 in the 7th annual Chattahoochee Valley Community Improvement contest in Columbus on Nov 30. New Site in Tallapoosa County tied for second with $425, with Sunnyside Harris Crawford Friendship and Thruston Upson counties sharing third with $200 each. Weston Webster and Fredonia Chambers County tied for fourth with $150 apiece.
As days shorten and weather turns colder drivers must slow for school buses. Laws require stopping when buses discharge or take on passengers, yet late signals and limited visibility in hills and curves raise crash risk. Stay vigilant especially morning and afternoon to prevent tragedy on the highway.
The Atlanta Journal reports Dr Lawrence G Derthick 51 a Hazel Green Kentucky native has served as Chattanooga Tennessee superintendent since 1942 and led Nashville schools for three years prior His appointment as United States Commissioner of Education pleases Southerners who expect Senate confirmation without delay and praise his qualifications for the role.
The Old Farmers Almanac predicts December snow to stay in places through May with icy roads and glazed surfaces. It notes cold nights with zero temperatures and biting winds, creating a bright but chilly period ahead.
In Taylore County Thelman Jarrell administrator of the Lucile H. Oliver estate petitions for discharge after full administration. The court cites all interested parties to show cause why he should not be discharged and receive Letters of Dismission on the first Monday in December 1956. Dated November 5 1956.
Solon B Callahan applies for permanent letters of administration on the estate of Tessie Lou Callahan in Taylor County Georgia. The notice cites creditors and next of kin to appear at the office by law to show cause why administration should not be granted. Dated November 5 1956.
Garland T Byrd as administrator seeks discharge and letters of dismission for the estate of Elizabeth S S Whatley. Creditors may show cause why the administrator should not be discharged on the first Monday in December 1956. November 5 1956. J R Lunsford Ordinary.
Hugh Perkins as executor of the estate of Lawrence Essel styn asks the court for letters of dismission after full administration. He cites the petition filed and directs all interested persons to show cause why the administration should not be discharged on the first Monday in December 1956.
Justice Taylor Superior Court January Term 1957 notice to Henry Worthen to respond to Jewel B Worthen's divorce petition by publication. Henry Worthen not residing in the county or state. required to appear at the January 1957 term. Witness Judge T Hicks Fort and Clerk Thelmon Jarrell.
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