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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1941
Page
4
The Butler Georgia post notes the state penal board’s new line of thought after criticizing authorities. It references the Savannah Press and quotes a Cordele Dispatch reflection on public officeholders’ ability to please everyone and the public’s scrutiny of leaders.
Georgia faces a chaotic period but asserts adequate resources for needs and warns against waste. The author trusts the Governor and Legislature will guide the state toward stability.
Garden planting time is approaching with many expecting to sow on Good Friday. Experienced gardeners claim those who plant on that day will prosper and have the best gardens.
The speaker questions Ed Rivers's conduct during his tenure and expresses hope that the charges attributed to him are untrue, suggesting possible injustice to him and the state.
The Cuban Cabinet after a long night session announced Cuba stands side by side with the United States and will provide all possible cooperation to protect civilization and democracy.
The article extols Georgia's neglected tourist sector noting scattered fine hotels lakes golf courses and rivers. It argues the state offers rich history and natural beauty whose cultural value is only now being understood and evaluated.
The Hawkinsville Dispatch lauds Congressman Pace calling him the liveliest and most effective representative in Georgia as he sets a pace that could push other Third District lawmakers to step up or fall behind.
Citizens State Bank of Butler and Citizens State Bank of Reynolds posted significant gains in deposits and total resources over the past year. The improved banking activity mirrors broader county business expansion and a rising post office volume.
From Tuskegee Alabama comes word that a group of Tuskegee Institute students refused to attend classes on January 15 in protest of college dining hall food. The action coincided with the dedication of a new 161350 dollar center for research and instruction.
The Rev R M Rigdon, pastor of the First Baptist Church, has resigned due to ill health after over a year of declining strength. His resignation was accepted by the congregation with deep regret, his physician advising a complete cessation of active service.
The article lauds Eugene TalMADge as Georgia governor, praising his debut under favorable auspices, devotion to Georgia, and aims to reduce debt while advancing education, agriculture, and economics. It credits his inauguration as a defense of law and the weak, and notes his broad influence in state and national affairs.
The Herald congratulates Dr. M. D. Collins on assuming the office for the fiftieth consecutive time. Elected first in 1932 and re elected in 1934 1936 and 1988. re elected in 1940 against a weak county showing. received Georgia's largest vote in 1996. Collins advocates equal educational opportunity and the belief that everybody is somebody.
J R Ham former Crisp County News editor in Cordele has been appointed Georgia state purchasing supervisor for printing. He will work with H C Smith of Lawrenceville, appointed by Gov. Talmadge as purchasing agent.
Mrs. Nora Lawrence Smith editor of the Wiregrass Farmer receives the Citizenship Loving Cup at Ashburn public exercises. The Herald joins friends in extending hearty congratulations.
Halifax Herald argues intoxicated driving is a deliberate offense and calls for drastically harsher penalties to deter such acts. Writers insist current punishments fail to deter repeat offenses and emphasize personal accountability.
Greenville Tennessee newspaper warns readers to expect delays as the composing room foreman pressroom staff two linotype operators and the society editor fall ill with influenza. The front page notice says efforts will be made to publish but delays are likely during the flu epidemic.
Citizens in Montgomery Alabama, the former Confederate capital, advocate for voting machines for a February mayoral election. The piece contrasts them with the capital of the Union where some cannot vote.
A Fulton county woman wins coroner election amid 47 male contenders and another named executive secretary by Gov. Talmadge. Georgia now has three women state legislators, joining a national trend as 140 women sit in state legislatures and Congress readies new sessions.
Walton News notes that Georgia's Senior Senator Walter F George, once sharply criticized during his campaign against the president, now stands beside the executive in pursuing national defense and safety. As Foreign Affairs Committee chair, he is praised by the president and thoughtful citizens nationwide.
A reflective narration praises a man who savors fleecy clouds blue skies birdsong and night wind in trees. Every day offers fresh adventures full of thrills and interest through his attentive gaze.
Postmasters of America sponsor a colorful la per ornament selling for ten cents to aid the March of Dimes and fight infantile paralysis. Postmen and postmasters remind readers that their efforts help children walk again through the fundraising campaign.
The Blairsville editor notes Col Pat Haralson confuses domestic affairs with the Red Cross sewing circle in a personal chat. The piece hints at a family connection, as Col Haralson is Ida Butt’s brother-in-law from Butler.
Gov Eugene Talmadge, in Washington for FDRs third inauguration, called Georgia senators Walter F George and Richard B Russell the two best in the United States. He joked he tried to beat one and the President tried to beat the other, but neither could be defeated.
The piece urges every citizen to sacrifice for national safety and wellbeing. It frames service as a privilege, not a loss, and says true strength comes from spiritual, not just material, power. It calls for forgetting self to assist others and to find one’s place in crisis.
Lieut W D Doc Veal former commander of the Americus Thomasville Perry division returns as commander after a personnel reshuffle announced in Atlanta Veal was promoted from sergeant to lieutenant He is expected to move back to Americus and leads the three divisions of district 2 Sgt W C Adams remains director of the Americus district Capt J J Elliott named to reorganize patrol headquarters and was formerly based in Americus The Elberton Star criticizes previous spending while Gov Talmadge restricts budget obligations and demands approval by budget director and state auditor
The Georgia General Assembly now in session displays definiteness and a cooperative spirit. It plans to pursue needs for the state promptly and thoroughly with workmanlike statesmanship, aiming to reduce expenses and burdensome taxes without factional bias.
Country editor Ernest Camp recounts fan mail from readers across the nation. Notes include a widow in the west sending poems with a dog photo, a Florida writer seeking publishing guidance, a Georgia and Alabama talent sharing poems, and requests from Arkansas and a German Ohio applicant.
The article explains influenza as a widespread disease caused by unseen viruses spread via coughing and sneezing. It lists pre exposure precautions such as minimizing contact, ventilation, hydration, and rest, and post exposure steps including bed rest at fever onset, covering coughs, limiting visitors, and seeking a doctor.
A humorous column reflects on American foibles with wit about the dog as the only sincere creature met, finds fools multiplying, and notes publicity, gender roles, and the shifting control between men and women.
Experts estimate Germany would require about two million men if Hitler attempts to invade England, highlighting the heavy manpower burden of a cross-Channel invasion plan.
The piece details Georgia lawmakers departing for Washington to witness Franklin D. Roosevelt’s oath while dissecting last minute maneuvers to block Roy V. Harris in favor of Randall Evans Jr. It notes rookie legislators, a rambling goat law quip, and jokes about a country ham and a Cordele editor joining state service.
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