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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1930
Page
12
A mosaic of local editorials and notes covers thrift week observance, discussions on farming needs, and politics. It notes a census on ginning, anti theft laws, illiteracy campaigns, and Georgia editors visiting Congress, with references to Babe Ruth, Boy Scouts, migratory birds law, and local reflections on front yards and prosperity.
An elderly man in Tennessee was declared dead for seventeen years yet remained content, denied citizenship and rights. After an uncle’s death, he allegedly arose to claim a share of the estate, according to the Winder News.
The board of managers of the National Homes for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers in Washington recommends a southeast location for a new home for veterans from the Civil War through World War II era. Currently eleven national homes exist, with only one in the south, raising Georgia's chances for designation if chosen. The item then cites various quotes on women in church leadership and notes Col. C R McCrary of Hilaville turning 74, with local congratulations and a $20 token from a Methodist Sunday school he has led for 65 years.
All Georgia extends welcome to Dr. Glenn Frank visiting Atlanta and Athens to speak on business and politics at the Atlanta Athletic Club and on Robert E. Lee at the University of Georgia. Roy Gardner, a famed mail train robber, is declared sane and sent to Leavenworth after a period in Atlanta prison, with details of his confinement and past escapes. An item from Points praises J. J. Greene Jr. of Mutual Life Insurance and notes his agency in Junction City, Talbot and Taylor counties, with 114 applications and 37 weeks of business in 1929 through November 15.
The document outlines a business code for the Axtell Company led by president F W Axtell and its employees. It emphasizes honesty fairness courteous conduct and resisting anger. It urges aggressive yet thoughtful business pursuit defending character and principles while valuing learning from others and listening more than speaking.
Report from Geneva says a League of Nations observer will be at the naval parity meeting in London. The U S State Department notes no objection and Sir Eric Drummond may be chosen as observer, aligning with League participation. The Emporia Gazette comment reflects on Wilson and the irreconcilables.
Savannah Press notes the twenty third annual convention of the Association of Life Insurance Presidents in New York reveals 1929 was a record year for life insurance. Americans bought about 19.8 billion in new policies, raising total in force to 103.6 billion by year end. Georgia fans of W K Henderson of KWIKH radio in Shreveport rejoice as the Federal Radio Commission signals no curb on him.
A Savannah Morning News column argues Colquitt County’s five year program boosted farm value and wealth. It cites a rise in land sales to operators, farm product values totaling 7.64 million dollars, and a total wealth increase of 8.23 million over three years, suggesting the program’s significant economic worth.
An aged fictive last will and testament by Charles Lounsbury lays out whimsical bequests to various groups including God parents, children, boys, lovers, and young men. It envisions idealized worlds of childhood, nature, love, and memory, with poetic touches and references to Burns and Shakespeare.
Bill Biffem returns from vacation to a household full of bills personified as welcoming relatives. The column lampoons electric gas water car and life insurance charges, noting guests like Howard Foss and Louis East arrive with their respective bills. The scene ends with the idea that readers are glad to be home and join in a playful Bill reunion.
A Missouri jury of eight women quickly returns a four minute verdict amid a collection of maxims and reflections. The piece mixes sayings on ambition luck and morality with quips about longevity and life choices. It contrasts a fumbling farmer and a plow with an automobile era while noting social habits and marriage as turning points.
An excerpt reflecting Charles Kingsley on success. It notes that cheerful hopeful men face life with a smile, take chances, and endure both good and bad times as part of truth. It contrasts hunting and fishing careers, suggesting perseverance yields results at home.
A satirical note warns about sharing secrets with others and urges stronger impulse control. It questions self blame for confiding and suggests forming a mental image of consequences. The piece ends with a quip attributed to Will Rogers about a conference and a playful mockery of delegation actions.
The Chicago Tribune notes receipt of an income tax refund of 188164 from the treasury and recounts a Williamson barber shop discussion about the "jab" moustache. A debater criticizes thin lip moustaches and the so called dab moustache while contrasting with the walrus style. The piece reflects social views on facial hair and propriety.
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