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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1927
Page
4
The Griffin News and Sun editor Robert L. Duke known as Bob Duke retires from editorial duties after many years of steady output. His departure will bring regret to readers who have long enjoyed his pen and commentary.
The Jackson Progres-Argus notes railroads stand to earn heavily from peach production and marketing, with growers receiving the smallest portion while others profit as fruit prices rise. The commentary emphasizes railroad control over transport and distribution in the peach economy.
Editor Albert Sweat published a large July edition of The Calhoun Times described as oversized for a weekly Georgia newspaper, exceeding typical special editions in scope and readability.
The Sellis Roebick Agricultural Foundation of Atlanta announces an essay contest for Georgia farm boys and girls under twenty. Prizes are offered for essays on The Marketing of an Important Cash Crop of My Community.
If he accepts the secretarial post at the education board, Mercer University would lose a premier leader. Dr. Rufus W. Weaver is praised as one of the university’s greatest presidents and a standout educator in the South.
agitation grows for voters to decide whether to issue bonds instead of direct taxes to fund a new Taylor County courthouse. current building is called an eyesore, unworthy of a fine agricultural county, and taxpayers are urged to respond to the commissioners.
A misdated report notes Representative Sealy has introduced a bill in the house that could pass, likely increasing Taylor County commissioners from four to five. The measure would divide the county into five road districts each nominating a commissioner, with the full county electing ratifying officials at the regular election. The writer, not having seen the bill, cannot comment further.
A humorous reminiscence contrasts hoop skirts of varying diameters with social embarrassment and evolving fashion. It notes women in giant hoop attire sitting alone, riding buggies or in pews, and teases how such garments obscured feet and knees while absurdly claiming cooler summers justify the look.
The Cuthbert Leader laments lack of effort to clean the town as residents complain about waste in streets. Editor Howell notes manpower across all ages is available but no one volunteers to tackle the dirt problem in 1928.
The Christian Index reports Rev J H Davis will serve as principal of Butler High School for the coming year. He is finishing his B A or A S degree at Mercer and seeks church duties nearby. Contact at 140 Montpelier Ave Macon.
Editor Joe Lawrence notes editorial debate on removing the word whom and abolishing gender terms in papers. He cites the General Conference trip through Tennessee Kentucky Ohio New York, reporting farmers in these states have fewer opportunities than those in South Georgia but excel in diversification, cooperation and marketing.
The Pearson Tribune notes Misa Louise Wright won with more votes than four male opponents, becoming the second woman elected Ordinary in Georgia after Kate Patford of Clinch County. The paper lauds her as highly accomplished and fitting for Jefferson County leadership.
A historical note urges Goodwill and neighborly tours to strengthen friendship across Georgia towns. It argues unofficial ambassadors visiting adjacent counties during August can share ideas, foster business, and raise prosperity, with citizens from each community visiting others to learn what neighbors are doing.
A Savannah Press influenced editorial notes Georgia fruit crops and watermelons, praising Gov orator for stance on taxation and road funding. The Dalton Citizen and Progress-Argus echo call for sensible fiscal policy, arguing taxes should fund roads with businesslike methods while urging farmers to diversify via industrial markets.
A Macon Telegraph account details the torture and accusation of a Stephens County high school principal and Baptist Sunday school leader. He led a mob that flogged a woman accused of immorality, while he himself is described as a church teacher and superintendent. The article condemns hypocrisy and calls for national restraint.
The Columbia Ledger urges maintaining industrial momentum despite warm weather. It argues for steady production in agriculture, steel, construction, autos, tires, textiles, and related sectors to support regional development and avoid slowdowns.
A fragmentary report notes healthy foreign trade and strong credit, with railways efficient and power use high. It highlights favorable conditions in banking and real estate, and an upbeat stance on overall business activity in Columbus as months ahead look promising.
Leroy Hirshburg of Buena Vista recounts a rare medical case in the Marion County Patriot. He previously played for a famed eleven and was sidelined by injury 22 years ago. Last week back pains led to X rays showing a slight spinal displacement from the old football injury which was corrected after days in a plaster cast.
The text extols rare flowers native to lagoons and bayous overrun by sediment and mosquitoes. It lauds a bird with exquisite plumage that inhabits dismal swamps, touching on religious phrases about Nazareth and a recurring history. It hints at treasures drawn from unfriendly zones and mentions Nazareth as origin.
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