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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1923
Page
4
The piece discusses Better Roads or Better Homes programs, notes Perkins' electric chair bill as a substitute for hanging, and asks about Crossland's libel suit against McMichael. It urges tax reduction cries and remarks on grouchy neighbors and printed word criticism.
Both churches in Butler plan revival services in August seeking a revival of religion among members. The piece urges personal renewal as a priority over judging others.
Comment on quick German births warning that future generations may resist wars with sane, humane choices rather than repeat the harm of butchered conflicts.
The proposal urges appointing superior court judges rather than electing them. An amendment is urged to include county school superintendents in the measure.
West Point plans a strong effort to host the 1924 Georgia Press Convention. Officials recall impressing the association about two decades ago and express willingness to welcome them again.
A notice describes preparations for a local Lavonia event next week. Residents plan outfits with seersucker pressed, silk socks refreshed, and hats repaired, aiming to present well for the occasion.
Upon John Spencer's arrival Friday morning the town erupted in a flurry of chicken chatter as hungry crowds gathered. Large fried chicken sellers and whole families lined up to ensure Johnnie received ample care, and he did.
The passage notes Lavonia officials Parson Adams Rush Burton and others meeting next Monday to assess how many flying size chicks they have cooped for the press gang. It suggests comparing McWhorter's and Shannon's appetites with theirs and promising large coops.
John Spencer quotes Mrs Lucile Bateman at the Butler packing plant teasing about naming people in a gossip column. He mentions Charley Benns Henry Wallace and jokes about the column running over as names would be added.
The Walton Tribune and Commerce News voice support for Senator William J Harris as a strong Georgia representative in the U S Senate. They dismiss opposition from certain politicians and corporate interests, noting Harris has served conscientiously and can defeat any opponent.
The Cordele Dispatch argues Georgians must judge highway and Savannah port projects on merit, not on political bandwagons. It warns against bond issues or measures framed by partisan tactics, urging principled support for worthwhile business based on substance.
Macon News president R L McKenney praises Butler hospitality as Third District Press Association gathers in Taylor. Editors from urban and rural papers share a feast of reason and flow of soul amid abundant peach season, noting the region’s culture and resilient hospitality.
The editorial stance praises the editor of The fae News and his appeal for increased Americanism. It notes the importance of defending the founders' government against internal and external threats and lauds Trox Bankston for denouncing any relaxation of prohibition laws while highlighting Taylor county schools and churches as indicators of a rising generation taught to love true Americanism.
Dr. Smith of Florida outlines a method to beat boll weevils in Georgia fields by timing planting, removing squares, and poisoning with calcium arsenate. The process aims to eliminate 99 percent of pests, yielding a single strong crop and reducing crop loss across the region.
The Ocean Steamship Company of Savannah expands eight vessel fleet with schedules of 63 hours to New York and 87 hours to Boston. Two new 6,500-ton ships, CITY OF CHATTANOOGA and CITY OF BIRMINGHAM, costing 1 million each, launch by mid year and enter service by October or November. Enhanced freight handling and passenger accommodations improve east coast trade from Savannah terminals.
A Georgia Loan & Trust inquiry from Macon dated July 6 1923 asks Butler Georgia for county conditions. Walter E Steed replies July 7 1923 stressing boll weevil damage labor shifts and a transition to more stable farming, but optimism for long term recovery.
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