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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1937
Page
5
A Georgia PLC column recalls a half written poem and a moment with a child. A little girl’s kiss request becomes a window into memory and remorse. The writer reflects on how harsh words can shape a child’s memory and urges kinder, purposeful speech for growth.
The Albany convention's upcoming events include a well balanced schedule with many recreational activities. Radium Springs will host 40 to 60 guests at $2 per person per day with swimming included. reduced swimming privileges are 25 cents for convention badge holders. Gordon Hotel and New Albany Hotel serve as headquarters for Carriers' Association and Ladies' Auxiliary, respectively. Jerry Mobley and local postal workers prepare to ensure a delightful stay, urging attendance and early reservations.
Printup of Dearing was elected second vice president and W G Thornton of Hull became secretary. Col McWhorter and Col J T West retained as counsel, and We EH Hunt Thomson was reelected treasurer. A new board of governors was chosen, with some old members retained. J T Pender of Williston, S C, attended and pledged South Carolina carrier support for the project, while President Thompson invited to Charleston for the foundation. The group toured Millinery Hill property after lunch and was impressed. Membership notes report 914 members with 890 regular carriers unpaid. counties Miller Mitchell Second District and Richmond Walton Wilkes in their districts reach 100 percent.
Mr and Mrs A G Wheeler of Jasper announce the engagement of their daughter Katherine to Elbert N WeWhite of Athens. The marriage is planned for August 3.
On Monday July 5 the Thos E Watson Rural Free Delivery Foundation held a board of governors meeting at the McDuffie county courthouse in Thomson with about 50 carriers and wives. President G H Thompson of Jackson presided with Col Hamilton McWhorter of Lexington as secretary. Col J T West, associate counsel, spoke on the foundation's purpose and McDuffie citizens role in the campaign. A report on board activities was given and campaign plans discussed. G H Thompson was reelected president and Gray Meek of Nicholls was promoted to first vice president.
Albany prepares for the 84th annual Georgia R L C A convention and Ladies Auxiliary in July 1920 with a large reception committee and a program featuring notable speakers including Mrs. Ralph Fifield C J Brown Gov Rivers and others. The two day program, banquet at Radium Springs, and city officials welcome delegates while Gordon and New Albany hotels host headquarters. A record attendance is expected.
In a casual column the author extols Georgia’s climate and coastal breezes as ideal for rest and recovery. He notes mild winters, summer breezes, and easy access to mountain retreats and ocean air, urging families to travel to Albany for a two day convention filled with socializing and relaxation. The piece references rural carriers, summer gatherings, and the joy of reconnecting with friends during warm weather.
The document lists convention committees with chairs and members across Georgia towns. It names Credentials, Budget, Resolutions, Constitution and By-Laws, Memorial, Retired Carriers clubs, including chairpersons J. I. Smith, J. E. Roberts, B. E. Crawford, R. Lashley, W. A. Keown, and members from Macon, Savannah, Atlanta, Cairo, Rome, Marietta, and other cities.
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