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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1925
Page
6
The public utility companies are the state’s largest developers, bringing in about two hundred million dollars in investments that benefit farmers and all Georgians. The money stays in Georgia, fueling wealth, jobs, taxes, markets, and growth across the state.
State Highway Department Chairman N. Helder demands an immediate legislative investigation into the highway department. Helder sent letters to Hawkivesne and Cortmen chairmen H E Coates and S M Turner, renewing his call after President Guy Corswall ruled they had no authority to meet or investigate. Helder emphasized the need for action despite public controversy.
Fort Valley prepares for the Fourth Annual Peach Blossom Festival on March 19 20 with a two day program planned to entertain at least 60000 visitors. The Trail of Pink Petals pageant will be staged both days as organizers race to accommodate crowds and showcase enhanced seats and stages led by C L Sheppard and Pauline Oak.
Ft Valley February report declares Miss Ruth Evans oldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Albert J Evans of Ft Valley elected queen of the 4th annual peach blossom festival. Evans an Agnes Scott and Columbia University graduate toured Europe and held state honors. Col Samuel Mathews named king with a landslide popular vote.
President L A Downs of the Central of Georgia Railway argues farm welfare and railway profit align. He says agriculture fuels rail traffic and cites rising farm values while contending current rates do not hinder farm movement. He warns against deep rate cuts that would curb dependable railway service for farmers.
Atlanta February 14 Judge Geo L Bell sustained a demurrer to O R Bennett petition seeking an injunction to stop the Georgia Public Service Commission from acting with fewer than five members. Bennett claimed he is the legal fifth member Col John T Bowfeuillet seated by the commission pending December. Appeal likely.
Obituary memorial for Lena Cooke born November 28 1907 died February 10 1925 aged 18 years 9 months 17 days. Wife of R W Cooke they resided at home until her death after a 15 month illness. She was a devout Christian and beloved by friends. Funeral at her mother's house with burial at Glenwood family cemetery. Written by Estelle Parker.
A church lesson outlines Romans 13 on Christians’ obligation to the state, obedience to rulers, and the spirit of obedience. It links civil authority to God’s ordinance, details justifications for tax and license duties, and urges believers to live in love, avoid debt, and cast off darkness while putting on Christ.
A pointed quotation from the Presbyterian Record notes that trials guard our virtue while prosperity creates a gap leading us astray. The observation frames passion for restraint and moral reflection amid wealth and success.
A brief reflection on how true love for God rests in recognition of His love for humanity and in obedience to the Written Word. It asserts that God does not lead believers to act contrary to scripture and emphasizes mutual responsiveness between God and people.
An old newspaper snippet touts Bell’s Pine Tar Honey as a cure for coughs and croup. It claims quick relief within 24 hours and features mothers advising its use for throat and chest illnesses. The ad promotes a 3 cent price and notes the medicine is druggist available.
A Boston Transcript quote presents three paths to value: spend to see what you get, earn to see what you give, or save to yearn what it might buy if one were tempted to spend.
Mrs Bula Felts and son Jim Felt s of Eufaula Ala visited the community weekend. Mrs J D Jarrell returned home after weeks with relatives in Butler and Macon. Local families hosted dinner guests and weekend visits included Mr and Mrs B H Jarrell, Mrs T J Harris, Har rig Jr, and others. Thelma Jarrell hosted a birthday and Valentine party Saturday night with about twenty guests enjoying games music and sweets.
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