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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1928
Page
9
The Herald announces Sheriff R P McGuffin as a candidate for re‑election and L T Peed as candidate for Ordinary to succeed himself. It highlights their past service and requests continued support from the voters.
The Herald announces candidates for county tax posts in the upcoming primary. G A Roberts seeks tax collector, C Cooper seeks a second term as receiver of tax returns, R H Brown runs for receiver of tax returns, and J H West is a candidate for county treasurer with the Herald noting appreciation for past support.
County commissioner candidate Thurman Whatley runs in Taylor County primary election to be held Friday February 24 for Board of Roads and Revenues subject to voter action in the primary.
Santa frets at growing workload as Sam Speckles suggests using The Youth's Companion magazine to boost subscriptions. The plan offers 12 monthly issues in 1928 plus two extra numbers for new subscribers within 30 days, all for $2, plus a free humor book. Send orders to The Youth's Companion S S N Dept Boston Mass.
On January 5 1777 American forces deploy floating mines called kegs named the Battle of the Kegs to stop the British fleet off Philadelphia, but the attempt fails.
Commissioner of Agriculture Eugene Talmadge reports unspent funds of 50 206.73 dollars for departments under his supervision since June. He credits business methods and notes no department has overdrawn its appropriation, while his reform efforts have sparked political controversy and public debate. The Columbus Enquirer Sun commentary admires the savings and calls for voter forgiveness of his verbal sparring.
The firm of Jarrell & Trussell, previously operating a general merchandise business in Butler, dissolves by mutual consent with Mr Trussell retiring. The business continues at the same location under Mr Tarrell who will settle liabilities and receipt debts. Dated January 8 1928. E E Jarrell W H Trussell.
Sealed proposals are invited by the Taylor and Crawford County boards for rebuilding Neisler Bridge over the Flint River. The project spans 132 feet Taylor County side and 164 feet Crawford County side with a 18 foot roadway, creosoted piles, steel stringers, and a new floor system. Bids due January 12, 1928 at 11:00 a.m. Central Time. completion within 120 working days. payment options include cash or staged warrants.
A sales pitch argues that cutting costs will boost supply capacity and attract customers. The message claims volume business will solve both the seller’s and buyers’ problems by delivering the best possible product at lower prices.
B G Farmer Jr trustee in bankruptcy for J D Holman seeks bids by Jan 15 1928 for 72 1 2 acres in Taylor County Georgia in part of section 16 block 18 on the west side of the Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic Railroad. Bid deposits equal 1 10 of bid and right reserved to reject any inadequate bid.
An advertisement promotes Texas Wonder for kidney and bladder troubles including gravel back pain rheumatism and irregularities. Priced at $1.25 per bottle or small mail order. Testimonials available from Dr. E W Hall 3679 Olive St St Louis MO. Sold by druggists.
The article argues that registering deaths ensures accurate data for health agencies to prevent disease and save lives. It also states birth registration secures a child’s legal rights including wage, citizenship, inheritance, and parental status. The text cites a bankruptcy sale of Taylor County land as part of a court filing in 1927.
Taylor County will sell on the first Tuesday in February 1928 at the court house door Butler a town house and lot of about two acres bounded by a road to Fickling Mill Nancy Pope Hamp Mathis Rich McCrary and Pope Mathis to satisfy a tax lien issued by the City of Butler against the Josie Comlin estate. Sale by DF Chapman Marshal of Butler.
Women and billiard tables are featured in many prominent London clubs as the sport becomes popular among women in the past four years.
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