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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1956
Page
10
The Butler Herald cites Georgia’s improving outlook in agriculture, industry, and economy. It notes rising industrial plants, honors staff moves at The Calhoun Times, and local officials in Acworth. It mentions state political forecasts, highway program funding, and remarks on public figures and anniversaries.
Agricultural Extension Service marketing specialists advise against standing watermelons on end or piling them or exposing them to sun after harvest. The article notes a practiced habit of disposing of any fruit kept for storage to prevent spoilage.
Dr. Paul White highlights patient cooperation and zest for living as crucial after a heart attack. The booklet for Georgia Heart Association explains the healing window as the bruised heart area forms a firm scar, with most patients returning to work in three to four months and about 80 percent surviving the first attack and regaining productive activity.
The Postoffice Department plans to replace the old hand-dip postoffice pen and ink bottle with a modern ballpoint after studies. Advocates say the ballpoint offers greater legibility and was tested at selected offices before the decision.
The Macon Telegraph praises Attorney General Eugene Cook for potential gubernatorial or Sixth District congressional run. It highlights his leadership on race issues, notes farm income upticks due to better methods, and lists Georgia papers winning awards in the Georgia Press Association contest.
The Ford Foundation awarded Mercer University a 155000 check as the first installment of a 260 million grant to private colleges. Wesleyan College also received 95000, supporting salary increases and faculty improvements, with final installments pending.
The Covington News receives four awards from the Georgia Press Association, earning two first prizes and two second prizes in the Better Newspaper Contest, as fellow papers join in extending congratulations.
Martha Bond of Macon daughter of Mr and Mrs J R Bond won the 11th annual Girls State session at Wesleyan College. She defeated Julia Crum of Tifton and was sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary 74.
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