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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1957
Page
8
A report from Georgia notes two out-of-state airmen killed in a crash near Valdosta. It covers a string of local deaths and events including a burned Elberton couple, a Colum bus man found dead, and long list of state notices, school bonds, and tax disputes highlighting Georgia life in early 1957.
W C Tucker reports Theo McGee told the Columbus Executive Committee about his 31000 mile journey around the world. McGee said travelers tire, but he did not, sharing incidents others might overlook and noting articles he sent to the Enquirer during the trip.
Burl W. Sanders of Hampton reaches 103 and continues caring for his son J W Sanders who is 80. Burl moved from Jonesboro ten years ago to live with Jim on Locust Grove road after Jim buried his wife.
Ellaville January 8 a 69 year old retired farmer Walter Souter was shot in the left eye and arm during a prolonged family riot his wife 68 is charged with assault with intent to murder and freed on a $1000 bond Souter had eye removed and is listed in fair condition at Americus hospital
Consolidated Paper Corp Ltd said it will raise newsprint by 4 a ton to 134 delivered in New York, effective March 1. A similar rise announced last week by another major Canadian producer. The spokesman cited rising costs as the reason for the increase.
The article warns drivers to beware of a road hazard called a snake a tube or cable stretched across streets that triggers speed detection. It notes snakes lie across many parts of town and vehicles crossing them register high speed accurately.
Three soldiers filed suit in the U.S. Court of Claims seeking nearly 15000 dollars in pay and allowances from their capture in Korea through their dishonorable discharges. The men allege government failure to provide due compensation for the period of captivity and after.
The Georgia Education Commission recommends a four part defense against race mixing. Measures include ending compulsory school attendance and reassigning visiting teachers, granting the governor broad emergency and policing powers to enforce segregation laws, and expanding the commission's authority. Governor Griffin plans to seek passage in the upcoming legislative session.
The Commissioner of Internal Revenue announces a new publication titled Farmers Tax Guide. Free copies will be available at all IRS offices and at County Agricultural Agent offices in the district, aiding farmers in preparing income tax forms.
Mrs R H Rich, wife of Rich's department stores president, died after several weeks illness in Atlanta at St Joseph's Infirmary. The former Virginia Lazarus of New Orleans, married in 1930, she was 48. Cause of death not announced.
In Bogota Jan 12 Javier Pereira who asserts a 167 birth day count is honored as a national hero with his portrait placed on a new Colombian postage stamp. The unveiling marks his immortalization in bronze and on the stamp alongside other national figures.
In his first Washington column the Georgia senator outlines duties of representation, invites public input, and notes settling in Fairfax County while praising Senate free debate. He recalls a virus illness, oath of office on January 3, and requests Georgians to communicate via letters, telegrams, and calls.
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