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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1932
Page
5
Local notes praise the Roosevelt Drive designation for a Georgia highway and discuss political figures including Hon. B T Castellon and Governor Russell. Reports mention a tragedy at Fort Valley involving Rev. W Carter and daughter Mrs Jonas, plus community dairy policy support from G C Adams.
President Hoover proposes to Walter H. Newton an appointment as a federal circuit judge in the Eighth Circuit Newton, a Minnesota native and one of the president's secretaries, would join the bench if confirmed.
H F Rawls in the Brantley Enterprise extols Georgia with admiration for its history, literature, natural beauty, forests, coast, climate, and geography. He praises Oxlethorpe era and declares it great to be a Georgian.
The speaker argues communities consist of two groups those who take action and those who merely criticize others efforts. He urges proactive citizenship and discourages passive faultfinding.
A community note emphasizes that progress relies on men who take action for the town rather than those who merely criticize. It urges civic participation and dedication to local institutions and improvements.
The excerpt laments excessive rain and widespread tragedy while urging a return to frugal, considerate living in the new year. It cites Olin Miller from The Thomaston Times noting a Florida church providing rocking chairs for worshippers as an example of pampering some believers reject.
The Greens boro Herald Journal notes bankers lend ears rather than money while the Weston Leader mocks. The Arkansas Gazette jokes about overworked eyes. The piece cites seventeen million horses and mules in the U S with rising prices, urging farmers and milk and ice firms to revert to horse power for economy.
John Spencer notes Brown would require a larger car for comfort with a high hat as Charlie Curtis nears the Vice Presidency in a moving van scenario. House agriculture chair Jones introduces a plan to devote the last of stabilization cotton to Red Cross relief, 829000 bales for clothing. Judge Crisp's Tariff Board confirmation faces doubt amid prior congressional actions. P T McCutchen recovers from injuries after being struck by a car while near a low flying airplane. A Washington Herald war debt piece by Senator George is reprinted in the Congressional Record with Senate permission. Congratulations flow to both Senior and Junior Senators.
Mr Henry Luthi visited Shack editor of The Oglethorpe Echo and found him happy over earning 75 cents the week prior. Seven persons still receive 1812 war pensions in Washington report. five widows, one remarried widow and a daughter share about 4000 dollars yearly. Arminia J Anderson of Cedar Grove Ga listed among widows.
Compliments reach the editor regarding the Sunday school lesson and Uncle Joe's letters. The note asks readers to thank the contributors directly and acknowledges the service as a medium for sharing their time and effort.
The Pelham Journal notes a shift from faith in booming Florida real estate to disbelief that the downturn can end, arguing that many businessmen once ignored the prospect of a market collapse and now dismiss the idea of ongoing depression.
The passing of Mrs. Ernest Camp Saturday at her Monroe residence brings sorrow to newspaper friends statewide. She attended many press meetings with her husband Editor Camp former press association president and was known as the life of every party with wide friendship.
A Fulton County Review note says Charlie Benns editorial page was crowded with advertising as Benns and local Butler merchants push for growth. The piece implies the corner prosperity was found behind the ads and that they pursue it actively.
The Herald presents a quoted verse of resolve and resilience. It speaks of persistence through hardship, steadfast belief in eventual success, and refusal to surrender to fate. The speaker vows to keep striving despite setbacks and betrayal, maintaining faith in an ultimate good.
The article lauds Congressman Castellow as a strong pro prohibitionist and a teetotaler who voted for a House resolution repealing the Eighteenth Amendment. It notes his Democratic ties, pledge to party platform, and belief that states may decide prohibition locally while the federal government supports prohibitionist aims.
The Covington News argues age is not a limit for work. Census 1980 data show 60 to 64 year olds over 86 percent employed, 56 to 59 year olds 93 percent employed, and significant employment among those 65 and older and 75 plus, highlighting value of experience and wisdom.
The excerpt urges action over speech on corruption in government and cites taxation as evidence of systemic faults. It reflects a call for reform beyond rhetoric, criticizing current governance while noting comparison to international peers.
A reflective note on modern life, balancing labor with social ties. The speaker observes how heavy workloads shrink opportunities for neighborly chat, politics, and personal mood, hinting at a shared strain in contemporary routines.
The piece argues Franklin D. Roosevelt should appoint Senator John S. Cohen of Georgia to a Cabinet post. It lauds Cohen’s executive ability, party service, and leadership in campaigns for Davis, Smith, and Roosevelt, asserting his selection would honor Georgia and strengthen the administration.
The Fulton Review praises Hal Stanley of Dublin Georgia a longtime Commissioner of Labor since 1910 noting his character strength friendships and readiness to help. The piece jokes about past returned checks but confirms his steady service and preference for his current role.
A Talbotton letter urges shifting from low mood to action. It champions bright home gardens, flower growing, and small crafts as a path to reconstruction, praising friendly visits, sewing and reading magazines, swapping ideas, and transforming worn items into thriving plants.
INS reports that Democrats will block confirmation of Hoover appointees Crisp and Pomerene to key posts. Crisp may remain until March 4 with pay as no action is taken. Critics call the boycott narrow minded while supporters view it as political punishment amid Hoover era tensions.
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