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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1940
Page
8
A roundup of Georgia items reports Robert E. Brooks killed in a train automobile crash near Baxley, deaths of George Whitaker in Harlem and W T McArthur in Vienna, fire losses at McHenry school near Rome, new state labor division director Holbrook named, and various civic and farm notices across the state including a Grand Jury verdict in Covington, hospital funding efforts, and local transport and weather notes.
Vincennes Indiana January 9 James Deay twenty from Athens Georgia and Arthur Turner twenty from New York City were each sentenced to ten years in Pendleton state reformatory after pleading guilty to kidnapping John Borah of Vincennes on December twenty ninth. The pair were arrested last week at Cape Girardeau Missouri.
Filaville Georgia January G W Hamil the Schley county agricultural agent for five years has been transferred to Pike county by the Georgia Extension Service G H Martin who has been county agent for several years will replace Hamil in Schley county and will come to Ellaville within a few days
Tabulation shows in Greenville that Meriwether county voters elected five commissioners in Monday’s general election. The slate includes I. H. Davis A. J. Keith G. T. Hill P. E. Longino and C. C. Fuller who will be sworn in when commissions arrive from Gov. Rivers.
Talbotton Ga Jan 6 The County Democratic Executive Committee calls for a presidential primary to allow voters to express presidential preferences. The county primary is set for March 20 and no candidates have announced against incumbents.
Standard Oil stations and dealers roll out the new improved Crown Gasoline praised for anti knock performance quick engine restarts faster pick up smoother operation higher mileage and reduced carbon formation. Road tests show it meets premium grade standards at popular price addressing consumer demand for high performance gasoline.
May events include the WOSvars Show at Reynolds Club House. Ernest Griffin Cooper dies after accidentally being shot while guarding convicts near town. Rev. Howard withdraws and Rev. Grimsley services held in Marion County. Havel Reddick wins judgment against Georgia Stages Bus Co. for $5,000 in Albany. Senior Butler High to visit Washington DC and New York for World’s Fair. Stacy Swearingen dies near Tazewell. Tinsley transfers to Hazlehurst. Burned barn at Peebles plantation. B M Forbes burned setting. Mrs. Sallie Windham dies of pneumonia in Butler. New trial motion for S T Mosley to be heard in Columbus. Community notices and memorials fill the record.
The document details district ballot handling, majority rule, and a second primary on March 14, 1940. It sets contest procedures with a $40 deposit, timelines for evidence, and limited attorney time. It also restricts improper influence and declares how illegitimate votes are handled to determine the nominee.
Macon Georgia columnist urges hunters to spare Jim the crow pet of Johnny Spencer. Jim escaped when a gate was ajar and perched in a pine signaling for return. Spencer mourns the loss of a 15 year friendship and hopes Jim will return.
Americus Georgia officials released a year end report by Fire Chief Monahan outlining 51 new structures built in 1959. Nine percent were residences with total city building value at $221,650 and fire damage to buildings and contents totaling $22,466, a figure higher than in 1958.
Mrs Herman Talmadge wife of Herman Talmadge of Georgia was in a Honolulu Hawaii hospital for an examination after arriving with her husband on the Tatsuta Maru from an Orient tour as guests of the Japanese government. Her condition described as an internal disorder but not serious. Miss Evangeline McLennan of Atlanta also in the party landing in Honolulu.
The committee outlines rules for primary conduct including affidavits by two or more voters, defense rights, use of Australian ballot, precinct manager duties and vote secrecy until 6 p m, submission of poll data by 10 a m March 2 1940, and post dates for lists and registrations with penalties for irregularities. Wages for officials and a vacancy in the chair are noted with Hodges as chairman and Childs as secretary.
Political notices urge voters in Taylor County to re elect Sheriff John M Bone and Commissioner Bertaj to new terms. The sheriff pledges to enforce laws, curb dangerous highway conditions, and serve without bias. The commissioner cites tenure duties and seeks continued support in the White Democratic Primary held March 1 1940.
H B Walker declares for sheriff in Taylor County under the Democratic White Primary set for March 1 1940. He pledges an honest fearless administration with no special privileges and courtesy to all, thanking voters for support and influence.
To the voters of Taylor County I seek re election as County School Superintendent in the Democratic Primary on March 1 1940. I pledge to maintain trust with the Board trustees teachers and the public and to continue building a strong school system despite limited rural finances. With WPA aid we added about 75 million in improvements funded by 25 thousand to the county. If re elected I will strive to sustain progress toward equal educational opportunity for every child and improve facilities and management.
L T Ped announces re election for the office of Ordinary of Taylor County pledging continued attention and best efforts. He expresses sincere appreciation for past favors and hopes for continued confidence and votes from readers.
J RAN COOPH announces candidacy for County Commissioner in Taylor County Cedar Creek and Carson Districts under Democratic rules. He pledges to put people first, seek election to serve impartially, and values the vote and influence of county residents.
A. M. Halley announces candidacy for Commissioner of Roads Revenues of Taylor County Reynolds District, including Wolds Panhandle and Potten Districts. He seeks the Democratic primary on March 140, pledging to serve the county and asking for votes and influence.
Georgia Taylor County notice to creditors and kin of Mattie Lou Smith to appear in January to show cause why permanent letters should not be granted to Thelmon Jarrell on the estate of the deceased non resident. L. T. Peed, Ordinary.
By order from the Court of Ordinary of Taylor County the 1940 sale of a twelve acre tract in lot 261 lies on the right of way of the Central of Georgia Railway at mile post 224. The property is sold to pay debts and estate dilution of P C Watson deceased. The sale occurs February 6 1940 at the county house door during legal hours. The administrator of the estate is Thelmon Jarre.
Mrs M K Hatt petitioned the court to discharge as guardian of John King and minor Thomas Hart, stating full execution of trust and compliance with guardianship duties. Objections must be filed before the first Monday in the next month. absence will discharge Mrs M K Hatt from guardianship duties. January 9.
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