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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1933
Page
4
A collage of pithy sayings and opinions on flattery, criticism, committees, taxes, philosophy, and public figures. It notes Kansas tax law, a philosopher’s maxim, Hambone humor, a citation about Bulloch Times, aging generosity, heated debates, and a quip questioning a bachelor secretary of war’s insights.
A reflective quote arguing most government problems stem from dishonesty inefficiency and greed. If those sources were removed, governance would be substantially easier to run.
The article predicts that if present conditions continue, clothing makers will start producing garments without pockets. It questions the usefulness of pockets given the past few years and suggests a shift in fashion practicality.
In a large city gossip flourishes while neighbors remain strangers. The piece notes that urban chatter lacks close knowledge of daily lives, whereas small towns reveal more even as true insight remains limited.
Adel News believes the government’s proposition helps cotton farmers to obtain better prices and compensation for destroyed portions, though it notes that favorable prices are unlikely while large cotton stocks remain and much has been planted.
A columnist notes that editors face a dilemma when promising to print the truth. He argues truth often harms someone’s reputation and toes get stepped on, highlighting the conflict between honesty and the consequences for others.
A local character is described as the town expert who claims to know how everything should be done and why others fail, yet he rarely gains recognition for real success or management ability.
A quarrel over a wife’s discovery that her husband was dropped from fraternal rosters for non payment of dues two years ago. The Savannah Press quips about Frances Perkins and a remark on democratic jobs in the south. A service club editor warns that money spent in town circulates locally, money sent elsewhere leaves town.
The Cuthbert Leader reports Congressman Castellon has returned to his home city and says he is feeling well though worn from the strenuous session in Washington. He has little rest as he begins taking calls across the district about office matters. Bill Bilfem of the Savannah Press is praised as the life of any party, likened to Will Rogers for his wit and activity at a press meeting.
William Green of the American Federation of Labor cites over 1.2 million workers returning to jobs since March. Federation totals for April reach 629,000, Green argues it should be 735,000, with 495,000 reemployed in May, and June and July expected to be much larger. The piece notes heckling from critics who fear bolshevism amid labor protests and calls for balanced treatment of farmers’ market grievances.
Rush Burton, a legislator and editor, says the recent Press Convention was the first in years with better management. He credits Jack Williams for the program and endorses midweek starts to keep editors available for the next week's paper.
The Thomasville Press praises Hugh Howell as the brains behind the Georgia throne while noting Zell Miller Talmadge’s campaign promises and efforts to fulfill them. The Dawson News questions post office envelope printing subsidies and laments printer lobbyists influencing government policy amid insufficient congressional action.
The editor states the paper could not attend the Rome meeting last week due to workload and lack of an organization to oversee coverage. He notes it would require breaking away for more than a day, causing financial loss, but expresses eagerness to meet the group soon.
The Lavonia Times argues that merging Campbell into Fulton to save costs yields higher salary lists than ad valorem taxes from old Campbell. It warns consolidation seems paper promises, serving political power in cities rather than county efficiency.
The piece argues fears can paralyze or propel action in business. It notes two paths: wait and endure until conditions improve or seize upon the market low point to plan and start new ventures. It recalls that many past successes came from those willing to take chances.
The letters dispute editor names and county designation across several Georgia papers. References question if the Walton County name should be Welton or Walton, with Bean s vs Beets vs Beens cited and a tongue in cheek critique of editors and nicknames in local journalism.
The passage notes that many blame low mood for misfortune yet overlook past resource shortfalls. Had they conserved during better times, funds could cover years of hardship. Prosperity cycles recur, followed by new lows, and many forget the lessons, even when some gains could aid memory.
Andrew P. Rives of Cuthbert Georgia recounts his religious journey born July 6 1885 baptized June 11 1856 by William Lassner. He details family devotions earning before eating railroad service marriage October 25 1888 to Adelia I Massee and views on burial and humility. He aims to live righteously for citizenship and the afterlife.
Two facts shape Georgia’s finances education creates wealth and educated people drive consumption. Leaders like Washington and Jefferson championed universal schooling to sustain a prosperous republic. Finished goods fetch higher prices than raw products, so expanding Georgia’s schools turns raw cotton, clay, tobacco, and timber into valuable local products. Better education boosts demand, elevates tastes, and expands markets for Georgia industries.
The text extols storytelling as an admirable skill capable of bringing cheer when other means fail. It notes that while not everyone can sing or play an instrument, any person can learn to tell a good story.
Editor Herald readers recall a June 29 article misnaming ancestors in Screven county Georgia. The letter traces Wm. Danniel and Elizabeth Danniel, linking a 14 year old boy’s murder by Tories to family lines through to 19th century Daves in Georgia, ending with a note of 340 direct descendants in 1887.
A collage of humor and personal notes quotes from the Youngstown Telegram Macon Telegraph Waycross Journal Herald and Savannah Press about summer picnics trains mosquitoes and sunburns plus a complicated family confession tracing Rives lineage to Cannon and Longworth with self apology and correction request.
A.W. Williams argues that true freedom comes from understanding the divine order and reciprocity created by God. He asserts freedom requires universal accountability, vicarious suffering for justice, and living through self-giving rather than self-interest, urging nations and individuals toward shared moral responsibility.
Hal Stanley and Charlie discuss the basic press gathering and their jobs. The Dalton Citizen notes they see enjoyment in the event.
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