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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1918
Page
2
Reynolds community notes list visitors and locals traveling to Atlanta and Macon for business and leisure. Guests include Mrs. J W Klosser at Indian Spring two weeks, Miss Grace Fountain in Macon, and Senator Witter Andrews hosted at R A Hintons. Camp Wheeler residents Whatley What Sey and families join camp departures and furloughs amid local social visits.
Mr and Mrs J S Frink and Miss Travis Smith plus Clifford Butler of Macon were guests Sunday of Misses Nettie and Susie Fountain. Miss Rena Fuller and Mr William Lowe of Camp Wheeler, formerly Roberta, were married Thursday in Roberta. Friends offer hearty congratulations. Mr Henry Riley was a welcome guest Friday. Mrs Riley and son Henry will visit Reynolds later this week as they plan to make Georgia their home.
Obituary notes the death of Mr John J Blair age about 60 in Potterville reported after being found dead Monday night by family. He leaves a widow a number of children and many relatives and friends in the county mourn his passing.
Monday July 8 is set for cleaning the New Hope cemetery. Those with relatives or friends resting there are urged to bring tools and assist with all necessary tasks on that day.
R A Hicks known as Bob Hicks of Delta has the best cotton field between Reynolds and Montezuma in Taylor county. He is a versatile farmer growing corn oats and cotton and is the region’s champion hog raiser. He promotes liberty bonds war stamps and Red Cross while supporting community efforts. his wife Mrs Hicks leads the Reynolds Woman's Improvement Club and serves in local clubs and church activities.
It will be gratifying news to the many friends of Mr. Shellie B Tucker to learn that though severely wounded in an engagement with the enemy in France some weeks ago he is on the road to recovery. His father Mr W H Tucker of Potterville was officially notified last week of his improvement. Mr Tucker states that his son is in the American Military Hospital No 1 and would appreciate receiving letters from friends over here.
A string of local updates lists visits by Mrs C H Neisler to her parents in Oglethorpe and Mrs Lovie Anthony with children to Mrs Sam Anthony. Other items note Miss Myrtle Florence traveling to France for Red Cross service and Miss Eva B Griffith hosting a gathering for Thelma Mickles. A lost pink cameo pin prompts return to Miss Minnie McAuley.
Fruit cans priced at 65c per dozen with plenty of goods on hand. Miss Pink Montfort's offers materials as Red Cross garments are being prepared. Call promptly to obtain supplies. The Red Cross work room remains open each afternoon this week under Mrs. E W Hodges for ongoing sewing and assembly.
Mr J T Barrow equips the Amusu Theatre with handsome opera chairs and other improvements. During the renovation the house will have no attractions this week and next, but once finished visitors will enjoy a modern opera house with the best picture money can procure.
To Reynolds Methodists and Their Friends the pastor urges perfect oneness in spirit and punctual attendance. Sunday School starts at 10 o'clock sharp with a message of divine power. Next Sunday's 11:00 A M service will be led by Rev J A Smith, who oversees about 160 children and a 10 000 strong Methodist community. J H ALLEN Pastor.
Georgia funeral director E A Goddard provides motor hearses available day or night Calis answered around the clock service for funerals and transfers showing readiness and accessibility for families in need.
The United States Civil Service Commission announced a July 12 1918 examination at Reynolds Taylor County to hire motor rural carriers with salaries from 1500 to 1800 dollars per year. Eligibility requires domicile in the county and other standard qualifications. Applicants must note vehicle capacity and submit equipment details. forms 2121 and 1977 are available at local post offices and the Commission in Washington. Women may apply under the same conditions.
A quoted remark contrasts a self perceived angelic man with heavenly time to mingle after reaching heaven, illustrating a sharp humorous aside about propriety and delayed social mixing. The line frames a wry view of moral judgment and afterlife expectations.
Local social notes list visits and guests across Mauk and nearby towns. Dahlonega residents Mrs George Barrow and daughter Nell visit Mr and Mrs H G Thurman. Dr Clarence Montgomery of Butler hosts parents in Mauk. many others travel to Buena Vista Omaha Raleigh Atlanta and Birmingham. revival services continue in Liberty led by Rev M W Flanders with assistance from Rev True lock.
Buick automobile with new tires and engine in perfect order. Will trade for anything worth the money. Car can be seen at Mauk. Address A. H. Hendricks, Mauk, Ga.
A New York Evening Sun quip laments the stark contrast between clean hands and illness in children. It urges mothers to value health and accept the necessity of thorough cleaning in sick children, highlighting long scrubbing with brushes and soap before rinsing.
Guidance on treating jaw dislocation by inwardly gripping with thumbs and tapping downward then backward, with warning to avoid thumb injury if the jaw slips back. Advises wrapping thumbs in cloth for protection during the maneuver.
A fragment describes a remarkable “squirrel dog” as an unexplained creature valued in a timber town with scarce prized dogs. It notes only two or three top dogs exist and they are heavily sought after, with demand driven by local timber interests.
The assistant concertmaster of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra asked his four year old son about a fan orchestral performance he conducted. The boy replied that he watched his father balance on the podium for two hours and didn’t fall off the box.
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