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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1932
Page
12
This column recalls shabby meals and hungry men amid a critique of social hardship. It notes a suicide linked to family strain, questions churchgoing routines, and warns that easing European debt shifts burden to U S citizens. Judge Yeomans is urged for office based on qualifications over politics.
Report notes that five years ago Henry Ford refused a billion dollar cash offer for his automobile industry. It says the money, if invested safely at five percent with compounding, would grow to control the wealth of the world in a few years.
Ed Howe credits four words as the secret to longevity. The piece praises Abit Nix for his campaign style, noting that hard work and restraint in criticism reflect well on him. It suggests voters may esteem him more for paddling his own canoe than attacking opponents.
The Press of Georgia notes the death of 58 year old Alexander Davidson at his Cleveland home on June 24. A former editor of the Cleveland Courier and postmaster at Cleveland for 26 years, he was succeeded as editor by his son James P Davidson several years ago.
The text argues that trimming expenses to fit income prevents ruin and debt. It applies universally from laborers earning fifty dollars a month to the wealthiest, urging prudence, no owed debt, and steadfast contentment. It ties financial balance to faith, God’s sovereignty, and moral character formed by remembering divine Fatherhood.
Editorial excerpt links ancient rhetoric to modern politics as Gene Talmdage claims Moses role to rally Georgia, with cautions to rely on agriculture policy and real achievements. Heflin concedes election stakes, endorsing the Democratic ticket despite opposing prohibition and noting broader campaign issues shaping support for Roosevelt.
Our readers praise M J Yeomans for his legal ability and handling of the Jones Bloodworth trial. The writer urges Taylor county to support his candidacy, commending his personal magnetism and service to the community.
Americus Times-Recorder reports strong support for Americus Normal College as superintendents visit to learn about its work. The current summer session sees the largest enrollment in history with 84 counties represented and 22 Miller County teachers among the students. President Prance and staff are credited with efficient operation, debt retirement, and guiding the college through financial challenges. observers say state funds are well spent.
The Albany Herald editor condemns Governor Russell for misleading claims against his Senate opponent Hon Charles R. Crisp. The piece argues the governor shifts blame for national debts and state finances, cites the debt moratorium and Crisp’s role on the debt commission, and notes Georgia’s unpaid school and higher education funding. It concludes Russell should accept shared responsibility for Georgia’s fiscal woes while praising John S. Kelly as a strong gubernatorial candidate.
In a Greensboro Herald Journal critique, the paper withdraws support for Dick Russell for US Senate and denounces his gubernatorial record. It accuses him of demagogic attacks on Charles R. Crisp, notes his limited constructive acts, and questions Georgia’s finances and his role as House speaker. It alleges his ambition lacks substance and warns of a move to Washington.
A Savannah Press and Cordele Dispatch editorialize on youth wealth and ambition after the death of Reynolds, a 21 year old heir to millions in Winston-Salem. They warn Georgian voters to curb ambition and question the influence of wealth on public life.
The Brunswick News cites a reply urging Republicans to vote that way, arguing that sticking with the GOP would improve the situation. Emily Woodward, praised as a leading newspaper woman, writes for Vienna News to reassure Georgians opposing whiskey sales that the Democratic platform’s liquid plank will not end Georgia’s dry status before the Tenth Amendment is enacted.
A clipped line from Pat Griffin's Post portrays Georgia as moving to elect officials and let residents enjoy a politics-free summer. The piece mocks secrecy about who the candidates are and warns against politics and liquor spoiling summer fun.
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