Local column clippings mix quotes and notices from Georgia papers
The Butler Herald notes circulation and staff while clippings quote the Hartwell Sun on two beads and THINK as well as a Savannah Morning News quip. Other items praise Col John White, Gov Griffin on speed traps, and college savings versus study time. The Macon Telegraph cites the Macon Police Department’s 1956 traffic-safety honor.
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Macon Police Department
International Association of Chiefs of Police
Macon Telegraph
University awards honorary degree to John L. Lewis
The University of West Virginia recently conferred the honorary LLD on labor leader John L. Lewis. Once in the limelight and fined $25 000 for contempt of court, he was a major figure in labor history, though he has faded from recent headlines.
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University of West Virginia
John L. Lewis
Fourth of July Picnic at Pilkerton Mill Delights County
In July 1903 Butler area notes report the Pilkerton Mill Fourth of July celebration drawing a large crowd and prominent local social figures. Local ball game results feature the doctor’s team winning.
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The
Herald
Pilkerton Mill
Butler
W. H. Fickling
Fickling
Jake Saylor
Kate Windham
Butler Male & Female College
Carriers Meet in Annual Session at Dahlonega
The Georgia Rural Letter Carriers Association and Ladies Auxiliary held their annual state convention at North Georgia College in Dahlonega. Governor Marvin Griffin delivered the main address as officers were elected for the coming year and reports were given on recent travels and activities.
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Georgia Rural Letter Carriers Association
Ladies Auxiliary
North Georgia College
Dahlonega
Marvin Griffin
Jack Emeigh
National
R.L.C.A
Carl Mortenson
Jimmy Greene
Atlanta
J. W.cook
Robert Powell
National Association
W. B. Bledsoe
Georgetown
G. C. Barnhill
Glenwood
J. R. Belflower
Chula
Mr. Barnhill
C. W. Hilliard
Rhine
C. B. McCook
Lizella
J. R. Winter
Winterville
H. D. Porter
Gray
Jack Rhodes
Tignall
CS. Sawyer
J. D. Gibson
Waycross
Georgia Juniors
Tom Sawyer
Reynolds
Diane Delong
Gainesville
V-Pres
Bob Brown
Vacuum cleaner type laments and local notes
Reader column lists dislikes and observations on freedom of speech and gossip. Notes on newsprint, births and weddings statistics, train horns, highway traffic, diesel horns, and a Carey Williams quote about baseball fading from the modern era. Mentions Georgia papers and Southern pine newsprint.
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P. S
National Hot Dog Month Highlight Prompts Publicity Debate
Hartwell Sun editor Z. B. Rogers notes five pages of July facts about National Hot Dog Month show how publicity campaigns overreach in the United States. He observes editors across the county received the sheet and remain seated, yet it sparked reflection on promotional excess.
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Z. B. Rogeers
The
Hartwell Sun
United States
Boys and the enduring chaos of boyhood
A Gastonia editor pen portrait of boys as growing bundles of energy and mischief. The piece lauds their chaos fueling daily life, from errands to parades, noting boys’ endless appetite and resilience, their mimicry of fathers, and their role as a hopeful force in the nation.
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Gastonia
N. C
Lana
Moonshiners and Officials Stir Debate in Georgia Press
The Macon Telegraph criticizes moonshiners as a burden on taxpayers and notes a local gripe about paid advertising in weekly papers. It also cites Rep Forrester's Congress address opposing House Bill 6127 and remarks about his Yankee wife. A Calhoun Times writer reflects on tracing family trees as a hobby and praises others who pursue it with energy.
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Forrester
Congress
J. Roy McGinty
The
Calhoun Times
Herald
Seven Ways Suggested For Cutting Construction Cost of New Home
Ten ideas from the Southern Pine Association offer practical ways to reduce building costs. From simple design and proper seasoned lumber to trussed rafters and storage walls, the guidance covers framing, insulation, rain gutters, roof overhangs, multi purpose parts, and long term value to cut expenses without shrinking size.
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Southern Pine Association
Motto Cited for Wise Speech in Adel News
S. C. Patten quotes a motto urging restraint and meaningful words. The Adel News notes the saying, “O Lord fill my mouth with worthwhile stuff and nudge me when I've said enough,” as a guiding reminder for public discourse.
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S. C. Patten
Senate foes accuse civil rights bill as wolf in sheep's clothing
The text argues the administration proposal is a deceptive measure to federalize control over thought and conduct, grants the Attorney General power to enforce by injunction, and allows use of land and naval forces, threatening trial by jury and constitutional rights. It warns the public that the bill confers no new rights on citizens.
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Senate
United States
Attorney General
Army
Navy
Marine Corps
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Butler, Ga
Macon
Mobile
Ala
Atlanta Journal
Lohengrin
Mendelssohn
Central Railway
Highway 3
Carey Williams
Candler County Agricultural Leader
Candler
Metter
United States Brewers Foundation
Foundation
Peachtree St
N. E. Atlarsa
Fulton Lovell
Georgia Game and Fish Commission
Arkansas
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New Mexico
Oklahoma
Virginia
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