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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1950
Page
4
The Agriculture Department announces temporary 1950 crop support rates for cotton and corn. Local editorials praise Georgia elected officials, comment on a few political races, and note Fourth of July publications and condolences to losses. The piece closes with congratulations to winners from the June 28 Democratic Primary.
The Tay lor county Herald credits Chairman Zach Mc Corkle and the county executive committee for counting the June 28 primary returns. Rev. Hugh Dozier, former Butler Baptist pastor, now Ocilla First Baptist pastor, counseled at the State Royal Ambassador Camp at Camp Pinnacle near Clayton. Nat F. Walker, Crawford County candidate, won the June 28 election in his sixteenth run, succeeding J. Frank Hartley as representative.
Beginning July 1 Watson Duckworth will start as publisher's assistant handling advertising news reporting and assisting business manager. On July 2 Mrs Peggie Jones Lee and her son John arrive from Fort Valley to Cochran and Mrs Lee will head the job printing department, formerly with the Fort Valley Leader Tribune.
The Atlanta Historical Society publishes a 128 page Margaret Mitchell Memorial Edition featuring contributions from John R. Marsh William S. Howland Stephens Mitchell and Blythe McKay. It includes Miss McKay's article on Miss Mitchell’s tragic death from the Macon Telegraph.
A reflective piece on life’s daily pleasures and the joy found in giving. It contrasts passive existence with actions aimed at helping others, noting motives range from praise to genuine generosity. It emphasizes that true happiness comes from heartfelt giving and the presence of kindness in gifts.
Franklin, honored at a dinner for English and French ambassadors, delivers a memorable toast praising George Washington. He calls Washington the Joshua who commanded the sun and moon to stand still, a line illustrating his influence and stature.
The Tifton Gazette notes growing support for a plan to charge trucks, truck lines, and bus lines more for highway use. It argues heavy vehicles damage roads more and urges buses and large trucks to observe speed limits like other motorists.
The Abbeville Chronicle quotes a reader lampooning Bart King for moving away and failing to provide county gossip. The letter ridicules his knowledge and jokes he should have been a woman, accusing him of speaking too openly and not knowing the quiet matters of the stewards and deacons.
Taylor Mill residents report a flurry of weekend and weekday visits. Donald and Windham duo plus Wayne traveled to Cairo while Cary Tidwell and J D Windham hosted guests from Atlanta and Columbus. Otherwise families including Bartlett Gates Roberson Crooke and Barrow joined relatives across town.
Vandy Gates marked his ninth birthday with an outdoor party under the trees. Guests included Patsy Perkins, Sybil Perkins, Brenda Perkins, Ed Parker, Randy Hobbs, Kay Hobbs, Phil Underwood, Robert Lee Hobbs, Yvonne Palmer, Marvis Palmer, Terry Smith, Carolyn Peacock, Rosie Gallman, Jerry Windham, and others as they sang, opened gifts, and enjoyed pink lemonade and cookies.
Revival services begin Sunday July 16 at Taylor Mill Baptist church with Rev. M. J. Wood of Waycross assisting pastor Rev. Jno. M. Cox. Mr. Ralph Cox leads the singing and everyone is invited.
The piece argues President Truman sent U S forces to the Far East due to a history of appeasement by major powers. It recalls Japan in Manchuria Italy in Abyssinia Germany in Czechoslovakia and Spain and Germany with Munich and Godesberg. Washington faced a dismal mood on June 26 amid fears of повтор.
The National Committee for Traffic Safety urged governors to act against speeding and drunk driving, labeling them the two top causes of road deaths in the United States. The resolution echoes prior warnings and notes liquor impairs judgment leading to reckless behavior.
The author reflects on faith in Christ, the Holy Spirit, and God’s compassion. Belief in Jesus links humanity to God, grounds fatherhood of God, and affirms divine care in life and death amid sorrow. The piece emphasizes faith over doubt and the eternal purpose of God.
The quote argues that lasting reform must start with children, not adults, stressing early intervention with boys to prevent future crime. Roosevelt asserts that healthy families and well raised children protect the state and society from broader ruin.
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