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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1911
Page
3
The Butler newspaper column comments on political candidacy posturing, local paper loyalty for the Fort Valley Leader, and a dig at jury systems sparked by the Lyons verdict. It includes a medical tip for rheumatic pain from Cham berlin s liniment and local ad notes from Butler Drug Co.
A mix of brief notices from Millwood and nearby towns covers road improvement talk, a rare coin claim from C A Herrin, a cranky subscription complaint, a Cedartown messenger’s future role, and a business ad experience. The items reflect local commerce, civic concerns, and community chatter.
An advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best remedy for cuts burns bruises sores and other injuries or conditions. It claims effectiveness for eyes cold sores chapped hands sprains and piles and notes a price of 25 cents at City Drug Store.
A reflective meditation on happiness as a fleeting illusion, comparing it to a rainbow and a desert marriage, followed by a sales note praising Foley Kidney Pills for kidney and bladder health and a local store mention City Drug Store.
Davisboro cor Davisboro section notes a 758 pound hog raised by Roger Hunter on route 2 Davisboro. After weighing the head weighed 88 pounds. The item praises the farming class and credits their effort to near farm products.
An old advertisement promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as a reliable non narcotic cough remedy in yellow packaging. It emphasizes no opiates and urges customers to refuse substitutes while the editor notes a full store and a campaign poet jokes about returning when sober.
Washington reports a united Democratic caucus outlines a plan to revise tariffs and lower living costs. Champ Clark to preside with reduced authority while Ways and Means gains control of Underwood tariff and committee appointments. Georgia gains a spokesman on Ways and Means with Brantley and others eye key committees.
The notice explains treat burn or scald with Chamberlain's Salve applied on a soft cloth to relieve pain almost instantly and help healing without a scar for non severe injuries. Sold by Butler Drug Co. Butler J. G. Hill Reynolds.
The Savannah News recounts a Boston tale that copper-toed shoes will return not for economy but for fashion. It recalls political figures and legendary stories tied to copper toes and red-top boots, from Lincoln to Cannon, emphasizing the enduring romance of the footwear and its cultural cachet.
A sensational ad claims the pills prevent and cure illnesses by stimulating digestion and bowels. It lists benefits from constipation to biliousness and headaches and promotes a 25 cent price at City Drug Store.
A compilation of brief items notes Hon. Will Bryan speaking in Res 4 14th and Gov elect Hoke not seeking Senate candidacy. Farmers boast 435 bushels of sweet potatoes per 1 16 acre at $1 a bushel. The Gorbelin Progress suspends. Editor Coleman left by lack of patronage. Editor Alexander takes over The Enterprise. Richmond county grand jury urges strict enforcement of vagrancy and prohibition laws. Houston County farmers aim to raise production per acre with thorough cultivation. A congressional bill targets shipping intoxicants into restricted states or counties. J P Woodall of Lindale touts Civil War-era age and self-wielded razor. Coffee consumption figures cited with the U S leading. Will Brown killed in Columbus after stepping on a moving switch engine. mangled body. 1911 crops imply strong business prospects. Lavonia Times notes broad prosperity. Montezuma plans a 5 to 6 story building with post office and offices. Knights of Pythias involvement. J A Dorsey, Spalding representative elect, pushes draconian game and fish laws. critique of enforcement. Wiley Williams spared from execution. Governor Brown grants respite to Feb 20. Williams likely feigning insanity per Perry Journal.
Advices from Atlanta state that Pension Commissioner Lindsey finished the list of those on the Georgia pension roll under the new law and a warrant for 1 114 524 has been drawn. Checks will be sent to counties with amounts: Taylor 8050 Macon 4835 Marion 5390 Schley 1880 Crawford 4780 Upson 38015 Thenston 4535. Augusta claims the late census while Macon, Atlanta, and Savannah have mixed responses.
The piece notes that newspapers have served as an advertising medium since 1665 and are now used more extensively for ads than ever before, while acknowledging some doubters who have never tried advertising.
W E Steed guardian of Glande and Philip Jenkins applies for discharge. Objections due by the first Monday in February. If none filed, Steed will be discharged. Taylor County Ordinary WB Wilson oversees.
Mrs Roberta Souder Rice as Administratrix of Sallie V Souder petitions to be discharged and receive letters of dismission. The court cites all interested to show cause why discharge should not be granted on the first Monday in February 1911. W R Wilson Ordinary.
Whereas WC Cosey and DR Montgomery administrators of J Cosey petitioned for final discharge after full administration. The court cites all interested parties to show cause why administrators should not be discharged and receive letters of dismission on the first Monday in February 191. WwW B Wilson.
World famous rifle shot Cat Bogardus, holder of the 100 pigeons in 100 shots record, from Lincoln IL, describes kidney and bladder relief after Foley Kidney Pills. He reports prior severe pains, headaches, and now improved health after using three bottles at City Drug Store.
Notice is hereby given that the firm of Powell and Wilson composed of CV Powell and WB Wilson was dissolved by mutual consent on December 23 1910. All parties owing the late firm are asked to call on CV Powell to settle accounts and all claims against the firm should be presented to CV Powell for payment. The partners thank the public for past patronage.
The Camphall News hints the publication will erect a brick office building on Main Street in the spring or summer to better serve its friends and patrons. The note suggests the paper is financially flush.
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