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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1934
Page
4
An education reform concept is tried in Washington D C to instill character in students. The piece notes crime costing the nation about thirteen billion annually and that most criminals are under 28. It references church society meetings, hospital funding debate in Louisiana, newspaper opinions, and reflections on journalism's role in society.
The best people in any community are those who behave themselves and pay their debts. They may live in the big house on the hill or in the shack across the tracks. Possession of money or social affiliation does not guarantee membership in the town’s best society.
The associate editor of the Millen News notes Ben Neal as the most popular man in Jenkins County and praises him and Mrs. Neal as a fine pair. Millen takes pride in such local citizens and their paper.
Commerce News reports a proposal to lift the juvenile court age limit from 16 to 20. The article argues that at 20 many youths are already past reform at 16 and questions what can be achieved under the current system.
The Pelham Journal notes Toby Cook of Ty Ty rode his pony to Washington for Roosevelt’s inauguration and will ride on to Chicago. It jokes that publicity embarrasses Toby and his father, who may scold photographers for pestering the boy at newspaper offices along the way.
The nation mourns Jimmie Wedell who died near New Orleans while flying a crash rescue mission. He saved a dying Texas baby by air to Johns Hopkins, and repeatedly aided fishermen and trappers in Louisiana swamps. A fearless genius and humanitarian, Wedell was widely beloved.
Dr Gordon G Singleton of Georgia’s Education Department warned in a University of Georgia talk that Georgia has both top and bottom national school examples. He cited low terms and underpaid rural teachers, calling for more state funding and careful use of equalization funds to improve rural education without harming transportation and building programs.
The Charlton County Herald denounces a government rule that forces college degrees for county relief administration posts. It argues many capable workers lack degrees and cites Walter Williams of the University of Illinois as a notable educated figure without a degree, calling the rule unjust and unreasonable.
A critic questions the airing of a political publication from another state and its intrusion into homes of respectable families. The writer laments readers consuming the material, arguing it distracts from meaningful endeavors like civic duty and even fighting mosquitoes.
A July Fourth address extols the meaning of independence, urges patriotic renewal, and celebrates America's growth from 13 to 48 states. It highlights the nation as beacon of liberty, warns against drifting from founding ideals, and calls citizens to rededicate themselves to government and civic duty.
The Atlanta Constitution lauds President Roosevelt for a year of bold action that extended powers and launched a recovery program. It credits his vision and courage, notes opposition from vested interests, and says the nation will carry on during his vacation until he returns to reap further benefits.
The speaker notes hope for several million dollars in federal road money for the state, insisting the funds will not require matching. They praise past liberal government support during distress and argue current allocations will aid employment, suppliers, and infrastructure, and express strong approval of additional road funding.
A tribute praising the physician as the constant helper in distress and the selfless caregiver who answers the call at all hours. The poem extols the doctor’s human frailty, sacrifices, and quiet service from birth to death, celebrating steadfast care.
A Georgia rural mail carrier, Geo J Coram, writes from Ben Benls, June 6 1934, claiming he has never used profanity or tobacco and rarely attends dances. He cites his father’s example, vows honesty, and encloses 19 cents for a copy of the Butler Herald. He asks for future issues and notes he will live 23 more years to match his father’s age.
Editor Davis of The Thomasville Times recalls the Hoke Smith and Joe Brown battles from 1908 to present politics as treacherous. He notes voters twice switched leaders, replacing Smith with Brown then returning him to power, warning history could repeat itself this year.
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