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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1936
Page
1
Georgia politics edge toward a heated July 4 campaign as Governor Eugene Tait weighs a third term and statewide entries close next Saturday. The period sees continued attacks on the Weltner movement with county leaders repudiating Judge Blanton Fortson’s anti-Talmadge bid.
Albany Ga June 26 Mrs L L Bertie Rushing of Glennaville was reelected president and Atlanta chosen as next convention city at closing session Thursday of the National League of District Postmasters Georgia branch B N Walters of Martin was reelected first vice president Miss Mellie Pitts of Newborn secretary treasurer W M Miller of and J E Jones of Lula elected second and third vice presidents respectively An elaborate electrical air mail system built in Macon under the direction of C B McElroy assistant postmaster general will be dedicated to Harley Branch
Fickling Lodge will hold its regular meeting on July 2, tonight. All brother Masons are requested to be present and visiting Masons are invited.
George C. Palmer declares candidacy for Judge of the Superior Courts in the Chattahoochee Circuit. He outlines his legal qualifications and urges economy in public spending. Palmer notes frequent citizen urging to run and mentions studying law under Honorable William A. Little.
Montezuma Ga June 30 Mrs Keith Parks jumped into the Lewis millpond to save her husband despite not swimming. The husband was rescued by a passing Black man. Parks a dairy manager and his wife with two children Cecil 11 Joyce 7. Mrs Parks is survived by her Albritton parents and several siblings. Funeral services and interment were held today.
Hugh Flourney of Manchester drowned when he fell from a boat while fishing in Flint river between Manchester and Tucmast. After a lengthy search, rescuers lifted his body from the river late Thursday afternoon using Fort Benning grappling hooks. Special officer William Spence aided in Talbot county, where pursuing officials noted his death. He left a wife and child.
Hon Steve Pace of Americus candidate for Congress visited Columbus and Fort Benning and said he will seek seats on the Agriculture Military Affairs and Appropriations committees to promote farming needs and Fort Benning interests for the Third district. He called Fort Benning Georgia’s great asset and a source of state pride and pledged constant attention to agriculture. Pace emphasized his intention to represent farmers and ensure proper support for the post in Congress.
Ann Halley of Reynolds is named a state winner in The Atlanta Journal School of the Air contest. The 20 winners, with chaperons, will tour Washington and New York July 9 to 14 aboard the Robert E. Lee Special. The Georgia group will visit Arlington National Cemetery, the Capitol, the White House, and major sights before arriving in New York for theater visits and hotel stays.
Taylor county farmers embrace Rural Rehabilitation program as the 1936 crop season advances. Forty three farm families participate with an average loan of 192.55 dollars, down from last year’s 364.32, reflecting improved economic position and relief from hardship. J H Cline notes local cooperation from extension service, county officials, and citizens.
A community singing is planned for the afternoon of the second Sunday in July at the schoolhouse in Rupert. It opens at 2 30 p m on July 12 with singers and teachers urged to attend and bring books to form a singing school this summer.
Mercer W. Smith proprietor of Butler Variety Works suffered a near severing of two fingers while operating a band saw yesterday. After prompt medical care he rested well overnight and is reported to be in fair condition.
Hubert Calhoun a popular young Columbus attorney and Haris county native declares his bid for Solicitor General of the Chattahoochee Circuit. He thanks supporters from across the circuit including Taylor county and plans to visit voters at 2 on an early date, pledging vigorous prosecutions and full cooperation from police and the public.
Julius Emmons Pirkle a 42 year old Atlanta shoe salesman and former Columbus resident drowned while swimming at Lake Juniper last night. He joined his family at Juniper where they had stayed a week. Survived by his wife six daughters two brothers two sisters and several relatives. He was a deacon at Oakhurst Baptist church Atlanta and a Shriner.
Oglethorpe Ga June 30 Funeral services were conducted from Pine Level church Sunday afternoon for Mark Kelley 72 well known citizen of Macon county whose death occurred at his home near Oglethorpe Saturday night He had been in failing health for some time but the cause of death was stroke to vegeta le from which he did not rally Mr Kelly was one of Macon counties leading farmers and took an active part in the work of the Methodist church of which he was a lifelong member He is survived by his wife formerly Miss Annie Law five sons Leon Willie Guy Homer and Ernest Kelly and three daughters Mrs John Wadsworth Mrs Warren Rabun and Mrs Artis Grant Services were conducted by Rev H P Langlois Rev E L Jenkins and Rev Warren Rabun and interment was in Pine Level cemetery
Hon Emory Parr, long seen as unlikely to run, has decided to seek re election at the urging of friends. His formal announcement appears in this issue. The closing date for entries in the legislative race will be set at a Democratic committee meeting to be held next week.
Edwards Brothers introduced a large handsome motor ambulance and hearses combination car this week, reflecting their standing in up to date equipment and undertaker supplies. The firm ensures comfort and rapid service for friends in need.
Butler W. O. W. Camp will hold its regular meeting on Friday night July 8. Several members are to receive their initiation at this meeting and all members and visiting brethren who can attend are urged to be present.
Miss Kate Hicks a longtime Georgia educator and principal of the University of Georgia Elementary School has been honored in Greenwood South Carolina. She is invited to supervise curriculum for Greenwood City and county elementary grades during August, after 27 years in Athens school work and leadership roles at State Normal and Georgia State Teachers colleges.
After a major operation at Columbus City hospital Friday last Mrs Ruby Cox wife of C E Cox was reported yesterday no more favorable than since the operation. Family members appreciate sympathy expressed through calls letters and telegrams from friends.
Work on Route 90 from Rupert to Ideal is set to begin in the next few days. The project, let weeks ago, covers the section from the Route 3 intersection at Rupert to Ideal, with contractors mobilizing across the stretch.
Hon T B Rainey of Buena Vista spent Monday in Butler contacting voters about his bid for Judge of the Superior Court in the Chattahoochee Circuit. A renowned lawyer and former Marion County school superintendent, Rainey promotes his candidacy with his long local service.
J. M. Rustin, who last week underwent a major operation at City Hospital in Columbus, is moving to his home here Sunday. Though required to stay indoors for at least two more weeks, he is improving nicely and this will be welcome news to his many friends.
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