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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1934
Page
7
A reflective poem urging less self concern and more mutual respect in society. It contrasts inflation and material worries with old fashioned honor courage and faith. The speaker calls for kindness shared labor and calm as the path to home and national peace.
Local social notes list Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Bazemore and others visiting in Atlanta Birmingham Dublin Columbus Meridian and Savannah. Guests include Mrs. Grier Maxwell Talbotton and Miss Martha Benns with Mr. Charles Benns Jr. Relatives and hosts named include Mrs. W. W. Edwards Mrs. H. P. Wallace Col and Mrs. H. P. Wallace and families.
The Young Woman's Circle met Wednesday January 19 at Butler Methodist with a New Year theme. Members listed resolutions and planned readings talks and songs led by Verna Jarrell Ruth Dunnody Loss eemore and Gunter. A highlight was the new president serving refreshments at close.
Mrs Giffie McCants Halley longtime Marion county figure died Friday at her Tazewell home after over a year of declining health. Widow of Dr J M Halley a famed local physician she was born Giffie McCants daughter of Jerry and unknown McCants siblings include the late J J J G and K B McCants. Survived by daughter Mrs Mary Jackson two sons J C Halley and M S Halley of Tazewell plus nieces and nephews. Funeral held Saturday at Tazewell Methodist church Rev H F Roberts officiating with interment in Tazewell cemetery.
Mrs J P Shumate formerly Louise Brandon received a miscellaneous shower Friday afternoon from the Woman's Missionary Societies of Talbotton Baptist church. Music readings and contests preceded a small express wagon gift by James Morgan. Mrs J A Smith kept the bride's book as hot chocolate and cake were served.
An essay argues that appearances sell and a town’s looks impact value. It compares blemishes on a face to scars on storefronts and streets, urging leaders to fix neglectful details. It notes 80 percent of purchases are influenced by visuals and calls for town improvements to prevent discounting.
Four members of a Columbus family were severely burned when their parked Ford V8 was rear ended by a fast Chevrolet driven by a Black man, James Shepherd. The crash occurred on Glade road just outside city limits, sending the Ford into a pole and into flames. the family and the driver were hospitalized with serious injuries.
Injuries proved fatal today for John Simpson aged 36 and his son Bernard 13 after their car overturned and caught fire following a collision near Columbus Saturday night. Mrs Margaret Simpson and younger son Aubrey 10 remain in critical condition at a local hospital.
The U S Civil Service Commission invites applications by January 22 1934 for a Chief Statistician vacancy in the Bureau of Labor Washington DC with a 5600 year salary after deductions. Duties cover planning major labor statistics investigations in DC and field, with consulting roles for federal state and private bodies. Applicants evaluated by a three member panel including Dr Winfield Riefler and Dr H A Edison.
H D Pollard receiver Central of Georgia Railway releases a statement noting widespread fare reductions and freight rate cuts. Passenger coach rates fall to 1 12 cents per mile, Pullman surcharges vanish, and freight shipments lose the emergency charge. Railways claim safer reliable service and seek public and legislative support to maintain competitive, dependable transportation.
A collection of brief maxims and aphorisms on fear and hope, environment over heredity, marriage, self focus, and social behavior. Topics include optimism, voting, home life, self talk, and advice on romantic customs. Includes observations on human folly and prudent conduct.
A breezy hometown note recounts flirtations and social mixups at a street scene. A young couple with a mother present, candy making rivalries, lipstick at a ball game, and a truck ride encounter are sketched with playful, mildly cheeky commentary. The piece hints at local gossip and community quirks.
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