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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1929
Page
2
A civic club notice leads into a public warning on Juvenile Delinquency as a new menace. It promotes The Road to Ruin at the Grand Theater December 16 and 17, describing the film as a frank cautionary tale based on an actual case and valuable for parents.
The Methodist building Circle led by Mrs F M Carson will sponsor a Package Shower at 2 30 PM Wednesday December 18 at the Methodist Church. Admittance requires a small gift package not exceeding 25 cents. A short program followed by eats and a game or two. Hostesses listed include Mrs M Carson Mrs J K Whatley Mrs Williams and others. Bring a friend.
The Crowell W M S met at the church on December 4 with devotional The Two High Priests led by Mrs. L T Horton. Mrs Tom Montgomery led a discussion on Making the Home a Christ Center. Officers for another year were elected: President Mrs Earl Neisler, Vice President Mrs Tom Montgomery, Recording Secretary Mrs E H Kilby, Corresponding Secretary Mrs L T Horton, Frees Mrs Luke Mitchell. Committees to be published in January.
A YMCA class social featured a violin solo by Billy Neisler and songs by Mrs Neisler and Mrs Carson. An auction of gifts amused attendees led to Mrs Elam Griffith winning a fancy apron after a straw-determine tie with Mrs Edgar Whailey.
Mrs. Robert Swearingen entertained with a bridge party honoring her sister Mrs. Chas H. Taylor of Camilla Ga. Beads were presented to the honoree while prizes went to Mrs. Tom Poole high, Mrs. Ricks Carson low, and Mrs. Locke the Rook prize. Numerous guests attended including Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Whatley along with many local couples and visitors from Atlanta and Montezuma.
The Woman's Missionary Society at the Methodist church held its year end meeting on December 9. Officers elected include President Mrs. F. A. Hicks, Vice President Mrs. A. G. Hicks, Secretary Mrs. Thea Shealy, Treasurer Mrs. J. D. Beall, Local Treasurer Mrs. W. T. Ricks, Supts for Juniors Baby Division Mission Lady Social Service Supplies Publicity and more. The group discussed Bible study, gifts, and future meetings, with appreciation voiced for retiring officers.
Announcement this week that Mr. D D Davidson purchased from Mrs. Chas Neisler, Reynolds, the old Griffin residence on Randolph Street. Local handling reported but purchase price not made public.
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