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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1923
Page
1
Agnes Ayres stars in a sea tale of ships and storms with a man who faces danger and love. Paramount Pictures presents added attraction Chapter 15 of Timber Queen concluding. Admission 15c and 30c. Also showing Tess of the Storm Country with Mary Pickford on July 14 and 18.
The piece reviews Governor Hardwick’s farewell message and the transition to Gov. Walker in Georgia. It weighs political courage, timing, and public reception, noting newspapers are cautious as Georgia’s administration changes hands and Hardwick’s legacy remains debated.
Columbus, Ga July 1 John Elliott a former railroad conductor was shot and killed on a secluded driveway this morning. His widow and Lawrence Bass an automobile mechanic are under arrest in connection with the tragedy. Bass says Elliott fired first, he seized the pistol from the seat and returned fire, a bullet piercing Elliott's heart.
Welcome from Butler for the quarterly gathering of editors includes Miss Emily Woodward of Vienna as a president and Mir Gelders as secretary. The large attendance is anticipated with a program at the High School Auditorium starting at 10 o clock including addresses by Clem Rainey and Walter Steed, readings and musical selections, discussions on newspapers as assets and outreach to students, and visits to local peach packing. The event concludes with adjournment after the afternoon sessions and officer elections.
More than 500 Macon men and boys from the One Hundred and Twenty-Second Infantry and the Fifty-Ninth Brigade Headquarters will leave Macon on July 15 for a 15 day encampment on St Simons Island. The camp at Camp Coney has served Georgia infantry for three years and lies near the water under live oaks.
Congressman W. D. Upshaw announced he will not enter Georgia's next senatorial race after a single productive term in the House. He said he has no personal wish to antagonize Senator Wm. J. Harris and hopes to represent Georgia in the Senate some day, but not at this time.
A historical advertisement promotes Texas Wonder for kidney and bladder conditions including gravel back rheumatism and irregularities. The copy offers $1.25 by mail and sworn testimonials from Dr. E W Hall of St. Louis. Sold by druggists with mail order option.
Agnes Ayres, Paramount’s newest star, appears as Florrie Ricks in Cappy Ricks, a film adaptation of Peter B. Kyne’s sea tales. The production, directed by Tom Forman, shot wreck scenes on the Maine coast and rushed post location work in Hollywood to finalize her star debut.
A short notice seeks buyers for light grade land adjacent to the Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic or Central of Georgia railroads. Details requested by writing Box No. 372, Atlanta.
Macon June 80 Roy E Davis president of the Georgia Farmers Union was ousted by the executive committee for leading a dual in Texas and Georgia. Investigators found he was convicted of cheating and swindling in Wise County Texas in 1917 then assumed the name Professor Lon Davis and served as a pastor in Acworth Ga before being dismissed for conduct unbecoming a minister and deserting a wife and four children. J D Weaver of Dawson was chosen to replace him.
Officials and members of the Darely chapter Royal Arch Masons in Columbus host visiting members for the annual Eighth Georgia district conclave and ceremonial. Delegates from Hamilton, Cuthbert, Americus, Butler, Montezuma, Richland, Talbotton, Dawson, and Ft. Gaines attend with district officers and Georgia grand chapter officials expected. The program features a large class undergoing chapter degrees in the late afternoon and evening.
Fire destroyed the main plant of the W. T. Harvey Lumber Company in Columbus, Georgia on Sunday afternoon after 2:00. Loss is estimated at 60 000 to 75 000 with 12 000 insurance carried. Several firemen sustained minor burns, and the No. 4 station ladder truck was damaged.
J. T. Fuller, 20, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Fuller of Crowell, suffered a severe accident Saturday morning when a large empty wheel revolved and pierced his right arm below the elbow, severing two arteries and injuring bone. He was rushed to Reynolds for care and nearly died from loss of blood before arrival. amputation may be avoided. He has the sympathy of many friends.
Miss Lucy Davis, daughter of Mr and Mrs Walter Davis, was bitten on the arm Sunday by the Goodwin family dog later killed by Tom Peterman. The State department found rabies evidence. Miss Davis will receive pasteur treatment. Reports say several dogs in the community were bitten, and residents are advised to guard their dogs during the danger period.
Edward Welch motorcycle policeman stood trial in Muscogee Superior Court for the murder of J. T. Britt killed during a Columbus street chase. Co defendant C. B. Hall faces trial in a later session.
The body of Charlie Carson, a well known negro from near Reynolds, was found beside a Beechwood railroad track Sunday afternoon. Evidence suggested he was struck by a train, but physicians and the coroner's jury suspect murder and placement of the body to conceal the crime. Officers are working on a clue that may lead to arrests soon.
List of teaching manuals and textbooks for Georgia teachers and high school supervisors issued by Ginn Co Lincoln American Book Co and Book Depository. Items include Everyday Pedagogy and Methods of Teaching in High Schools with prices ranging from 1.10 to 1.48 postpaid.
The Garrett couple long residents of Taylor County were shot dead by sheriff deputies in a moonshine raid near Tylertown Mississippi. Authorities say the man drew a pistol and the woman fired an automatic shotgun as the posse approached. four officers returned fire, killing both. The raid yielded about fifty gallons of liquor.
A concise reflection cites courage to speak and hear truth plainly as the remedy for misery. Mrs. Stowe frames guidance in a loving spirit to confront realities rather than dodge them. The sentiment urges direct conversation and open ears to improve human relations.
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