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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1957
Page
1
A personal notice recounts holiday observances and family gatherings after Christmas. The writer notes post holiday mail surges, cards, church service, and a wish for simpler times with less attention to organized events. They allude to 1957 starting with a hopeful 52 weeks ahead.
Georgia 1957 auto license plates went on sale Wednesday at 159 court house tag stations statewide. State officials anticipate sales reaching a record 1,400,000 licenses during 1957.
The ninety second session of the Columbus District Methodist Conference will convene at the local Methodist church Tuesday from 9 30 a m to 3 30 p m. Over 300 delegates from nearly a hundred Valley churches will hear visiting speakers including Dr Geo E Clary Dr L A Harrell Rev Bruce Wilson Rev Roy Bond Rev J O Stanland Rev George Gambriel and Mr Theo McGee. Dr Leonard Cochran will preach at the 11 o clock hour. Lunch will be served at noon by Butler church members and all Methodists and friends are invited.
Judge J R Lunsford, Ordinary of Taylor County from 1941 to 1957, opened a law office in the local Masonic Hall on Tuesday. He will practice general law with emphasis on wills, estates, titles and real estate. Previously in Reynolds he was City Attorney since 1927 and has long served as an attorney for the Federal Land Bank and Farm Home Administration.
Georgia toll climbs as seven people die in traffic crashes through 5 p m Sunday during the New Year weekend. Victims include 10 year old Cecil Green struck while roller skating in Savannah and multiple wrecks blamed on speed on curves. A shotgun accident at an Odum home claims Betty Hogan, age seven, as investigators note a brother present.
County officials begin new four year terms with P B Childs succeeding Judge J R Lunsford as ordinary. J Henry Peacock becomes coroner, Robert Butler is county surveyor. Lunsford returns to private law practice in the Masonic building. Best wishes are extended to all newly installed officers.
A revival series starts January 13 at the local Baptist church with Rev. Rastus Salter of Second Baptist Church Warner Robins as guest minister and Art Gress of Calvary Baptist Columbus leading the singing. The evangelistic team has served churches across Central Georgia and calls on all to attend.
The City of Butler will elect a Mayor and five aldermen for a two year term on Saturday January 12. Mayor E. L. Wilson, who has served the city for the past two years, will not seek re election. Candidates must qualify and register with the City Clerk by January 2.
In accordance with Georgia laws all newly purchased motor vehicles used on the highways must buy license plates within 24 hours of purchase. Failure to do so incurs a penalty. This December 29 1956. C H Adams Tax Commissioner Taylor County Ga.
A candidate for Butler mayor declares run under election rules for January 12. He pledges a progressive administration and aims to collaborate with the council and civic groups to bring industry to Butler and the community.
Taylor County reports a one day Superior Court session under Judge Hicks Fort with grand jury work and a jail project recommendation. County debt falls from 93 160 in 1953 to 19 831 on Jan 1 1956. Public Works Camp addition paid. First death G J Jimks 71 after night search. Engagement Betty Seay to Andrew Fassnacht set for Jan 28. Dial system dedication with Matt L McWhorter as speaker. Primary date Feb 21. 13 candidates qualified. Local bank deposits 1 772 518 on Dec 31. Deaths include Mercer Down R S Vann and others.
Taylor County will convene January 7 with Hon. Hubert Calhoun presiding. Officials present include Solicitor General John H. Land and Court Reporter R. O. Perkins. Sheriff Charlie J. Wright notes no major criminal cases. The traverse jury list includes Ed Swearingen, W. F. Gray, J. R. Wilson, Tellie Taunton, James Saunders, William Trussell, Lawrence Cook, D. T. Montfort Jr, H. B. Walker, Clifford Moore, W. G. Neisler, H. L. Wilbur Moody, and many others including three ladies, with additional names in the long roster.
Carlton Hortman was elected Worshipful Master of Fickling Lodge No 129 Free and Accepted Masons at the December communication and installed December 27. He succeeds Jas H Bazemore. Other officers: James L Spillers Sr Warden, Nelson B Brady Jr Warden, Riley Bazemore Treasurer, H E Allen Jr Secretary, Jas H Bazemore Chaplain. Appointments include Albert C Adams Sr Deacon, Bobby Parks Jr Deacon, Walter E Wilson Sr Steward, Albert Peed Jr Steward, O C Keen Jr Tyler.
Announcement for mayoral candidacy in Butler city election. Advocate for continued progress with economy and a progressive administration. Motto emphasizes equal rights to all and special privileges to none.
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