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Newspaper

Butler Herald

Location

Butler, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jul 13, 1944

Page

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Senators Speak at Postmaster Conv. in Macon

Georgia delegates gather in Macon for the Georgia branch of the National League of District Postmasters annual convention. Senator Walter George and Representative Robert Ramspeck headlined sessions with speakers from state and city offices, culminating in the Thursday morning program and electing officers for 1945.

Macon Walter ¥. George Robert Ramspeck Georgia Congress The National League of District Postmasters Claude M. Proctor Summit Dempsey Hotel Charles L. Bowden W. A. Patillo L. S. Trimble Chamber of Commerce Silas Johnson Mulberry Street Methodist Church Ira T. McLemore Graymount Paul L. Miles Metter L’bertie Rushing Newborn Mary R. Cox Atlanta George Clary W. T. Anderson Macon Telegraph J. L. Rountree Emanuel County Claudelle Bryan Philomath George Proctor C. M. Rhodes Herbert Smart Army Air Base Hugh Peterson Riley Tom Nevils Clayton R. A. Forrest Toccoa Falls Anne C. Hayes Mansfield List Charles E. Benns Tom Vevils Claxton Mellie Pitts Ruth D. Mclure Acworth W. D. Bennett Molena Agnes McGahee Dearing

Roosevelt Says He Will Accept If Nominated by Party

President Roosevelt announced at a White House news conference that if the Democratic convention nominating him for a fourth term carried out the call, he would accept reluctantly but as a good soldier and would serve if elected. He noted that many convention delegates are legally bound to back him.

Roosevelt Washington White House Robert E. Hannegan Democratic National Committee Murad The United States

Windham Named Chief Nurse at Robins Field Hospital

Lt. Rheba Windham, 22, of Reynolds, named principal chief nurse of the RAF Regional Hospital at Robins Field, the Air Service Command’s second largest hospital. A Reynolds High School alumna, she graduated from Middle Georgia Hospital School of Nursing in 1941 with first honors and joined the Army Nurse Corps in 1943.

Rheba M. Windham Reginolds RAF Robins Field Air Service Command Lt. Windham Taylor County A. D. Windham Reynolds High School Middle Georgia Hospital School of Nursing Macon Georgia University Hospital School of Nursing Augusta Windham Army Cochran Field Robins Field Hospital

Train Crew Member Breaks Leg In Jump From Box Car

Mr W T Kendrick of Macon a brakeman on a local freight train broke his left leg Tuesday when he jumped from a runaway box car to escape what could have been more serious injuries. The accident occurred near the Reid Lumber Company as crew prepared to leave empty cars. Kendrick was rushed to the local hospital for emergency first aid.

W. T. Kendrick Macon Reid Lumber Company Kendrick

Mt Nebo Church Sets Annual Meeting Next Sunday

Mt Nebo Primitive Baptist Church holds its annual meeting next Sunday. Bethlehem church members will visit Mt Nebo during this event. Elder W. H. Hancock of Bethlehem and Elder M. A. Hall of Mt Nebo extend a cordial invitation to all attendees with further visits planned for August.

Mt. Nebo

Lost bill folder at Dean Theater found

Found near the Dean Theater about ten days ago a bill-folder containing several dollars. The owner may reclaim by describing the property and paying this advertisement. L. R. Dean, Proprietor.

Dean Theater L. R. Dean

Revival Services at Antioch Church Begin Sunday

Revival services begin Sunday at 11 30 a m at Antioch Baptist church with T E Bush of Colquitt leading the singing. Bush is a highly regarded pianist and song leader in the South and is blind yet has mastered the craft.

Antioch Baptist Church T. E. Bush Colquitt South

Revival services and choir urged at Antioch Baptist Church

Rev J H Stanford invites all county residents to attend revival at Antioch Baptist Church. Two daily services begin at 11 30 AM and 8 PM with a young people's choir practice at 8. A repainted church with improved pews aims to create a welcoming Christian atmosphere.

Mr. Bush Catheer J. H. Stanford Antioch Antioch Baptist Church

Six White Men to Pre Induction Exam Next Thursday

Six Tay lor county white men will leave for Ft McPherson for pre induction physical examination next Thursday July 20. Those selected include James Darby Kirksey Lynwood Franklin Harvey T J Parker Thomas Edward Caldwell Benjamin Robert King Harvey Samuel Callier.

Taylor County Ft. McPherson James Darby Kirksey Lynwood Franklin Harvey T. J. Parker Thomas Edward Caldwell Benjamin Robert King Harvey Samuel Callier Ft. Benning The Herald

Reynolds Baptist Revival Under Pastor Hoats This Week

Revival services at Reynolds Baptist church continue through next Sunday evening led by Pastor W B Hoats. The church invites all residents to attend as many meetings as possible.

Reynolds Baptist Church W. B. Hoats

Taylor County Camp Meeting Underway

The 1944 Taylor County Camp meeting began last Thursday and continues through next Sunday night. President M J Wood says this year may exceed previous camps in attendance and interest. Evangelist Dwight H Ferguson of Cardington Ohio preaches his first Georgia camp message on Gods Eternal Past and Eternal Future. Other evangelists include S F Andrews of Macon and Miss Anna McGie of Ft Valley with a strong team of musicians and Young People leaders. An offering raised 1272 dollars for next year and improvements with expectant total near two thousand, amid a budget much smaller than nearby Indian Springs Campground.

Taylor County M. J. Wood Campground Trustee Board Dwight H. Ferguson Cardington Ohio Georgia Ferguson Deep South Christian and Missionary Alliance S. F. Andrews Macon Anna McGie Ft. Valley Andrews McGie W. F Bill) Parrish Nashville Folks Huxford Homerville Collis Hamil Langdale Ala Joan Marvin Cox Butler Indian Springs Campground Taylor Camp

Thirteen New Members Added To Butler Baptist Church

Thirteen members were added to the Butler Baptist church at baptismal services Sunday night led by Rev. W. B. Heats. New members received by letter and baptism include Mrs. Jim Benson Carol Bazemore Harold Bazemore Earl Dunn Kathryn Spivey Billy Pool Phillip Sutton Marie Borom Cynthia Bush Preston Childs Neva Nell Blair June Cooke Christine Ingram.

Butler Baptist Church W. B. Heats Jim Benson Carol Bazemore Harold Bazemore Earl Dunn Kathryn Spivey Billy Pool Phillip Sutton Marie Borom Cynthia Bush Preston Childs Neva Nell Blair June Cooke Christine Ingram

Quarterly Conference Set for Howard Church Friday

Rev A W Rees district superintendent announces the Third Quarterly Conference for the Butler charge of the Methodist church to be held at the Howard Methodist church Friday July 14.

Howard Church A. W. Rees Butller Charge Methodist Church Howard Methodist Church

Pendergrast Dies Suddenly in Columbus While Visiting Relatives

Mr J A Pendergrast Reynolds prominent citizen died almost instantly in Columbus after a Tuesday night illness He formerly headed Reynolds High School English Department and was noted for English and literature His widow and son John of Denver Colorado survive with remains later buried in Newnan Funeral arrangements pending.

J. A. Pendergrast Reynolds Columbus Pendergrast Newnan Reynolds High School John Pendergrast Denver Colorado

Taylor County Red Cross War Fund Officials Report

Taylor County Red Cross officials report on the recent drive. The county quota was 2700 dollars and total pledges collected reached 2369.39 dollars. District contributions include Butler Reynolds 224.21 Carsonville 180.30 Daviston 58.86 Howard 48.10 Mauk 87.90 Charing 75.82 Cedar Creek 95.31 Potterville 26.60. Both white and colored citizens are credited for support.

Taylor County Red Cross War Fund Red Cross Butler Reynolds Panhandle Carsonville Daviston Howard Mauk Charing Cedar Creek Potterville

Cong Pace to Address Farm Bureau Members Here

Hon Stephen Pace Congressman will address Taylor County Farm Bureau members Wednesday evening July 19. Guests include H L Wingate Georgia Farm Bureau president and H E Woodruff director of organization both of Pelham Ga. Henry Harris presides. Barbecue dinner on the courthouse lawn at 7 00 p m. Members urged to attend.

Stephen Pace Taylor County Farm Bureau H. L. Wingate Georgia Farm Bureau H. E. Woodruff The Farm Bureau Pelham Henry Harris Court House

Cogburn Dies at 64 in Crowell Community

John B. Cogburn, 64, died at his Crowell area home Friday afternoon from a heart attack after a brief illness. Born in Florida on March 17, 1880, he was the son of the late William and Cogburn. Funeral services were held at Turner's Chapel Freewill Baptist Church at 11 a.m. Saturday with Rev. C. L. Glenn officiating. Interment followed in Turners Chapel Cemetery.

John B. Cogburn Crowell Butler Methodist Church Turners Chapel Cemetery

R S West Dies After Heart Attack in Butler Home

Rollin Stanley West 78 died Monday afternoon at his Butler home from a heart attack suffered moments before. A prominent Taylor County farmer and livestock dealer, he had lived in Butler 56 years. Funeral held at his sister Miss Marion West’s home with Rev. John H. Stanford and Rev. W. B. Hoats officiating. Interment in local cemetery. Survived by wife Irene Reid West, a brother J H West, sister Marion West, nieces Dita West and Mrs. W. S Hancock, nephew Dr. C. M. West, and many out of town relatives.

Rollin Stanley West West Mr. West Schley County John James West Matilda Cleveland West Taylor County Taylor Marion West John H C. M. West Atlanta Caroline Steed IG. F. Oliphant KK. R. Dunnody M. E. Everett J. W. Hall Macon D. W. Payne E. H. Joiner B. E. Flowers Reynolds W. A. Wood Betty Wood Ft. Valley Lillian Jones Columbus Cleve Phelps Roberta Carl DeVaughn Larry Chastain Marie Carr Montezuma Paul Bagwell Gilbert Robinson Orbe Dixon Birmingham Ala M. S. Hooks Dothan John Solomon C. E. Reid Knoxville, Tenn Jack Reid M. M., Reid

Saturday E Day Set For War Bond Sales In Georgia

Governor Ellis Arnall designates next Saturday as E Day to boost Georgia War Bond purchases following a statewide drive by War Finance leaders. Chas A Stair says Georgia aims to match the Fifth War Loan record with bonds in small denominations. Mayors are urged to rally city support, with press, pulpit and radio backing.

Ellis Arnall Georgia Atlanta Chas. A. Stair War Finance Committee Arnall

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Central City Rheba Windham Antioch Church J. H. Stamford Taylor County Red Cross War Fund Cong Cogburn R. S. West
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