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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1958
Page
4
Gainesville style notes reflect local humor and brief civic mentions. The items discuss marriage, lawn care ailment, a million dollar question, July 4th weekend safety, a Taylor County political bid, and a teenage dating joke from a high school exchange.
The second issue of the Christian Visitor appears this week at the First Christian Church with Rev. D. J. Hamilton as editor. The church news bulletin carries the motto A formed Church Is a Growing Church and reflects church activities.
The Buena Vista First Baptist Church voted at Sunday morning service to accept the unanimous recommendation of its deacons to use the Forward Program for the coming year. The Forward Program responds to growing needs and calls from Southern Baptist churches for comprehensive stewardship.
A columnist argues that over time U S policy has embraced socialist features. He cites progressive taxation government owned industries federal landholdings and subsidies plus welfare programs financed by taxes as signs of shift toward socialism.
The piece muses on society’s risks from careless drivers and smokers, notes that critics rarely vanish, and jokes that financial strain can mimic car trouble. It also cautions against overreliance on advice and reflects that fatigue signals aging as the workday ends.
Farmers in Taylor and nearby counties are urged to adopt an informed cotton insect program. The recommended measures include 20 percent toxaphene and 40 percent sulfur to kill thrips and prevent leaf spot, protecting investment in fertilizer, land, planting, cultivation, and labor.
A Congressional Delegation reviewed the United States Pavilion in Brussels and criticized the displays as modern art overload and biased sociological themes. Georgia's Prince Preston called the entry “putting your worst foot forward” and urged abolishing USIA funding and restoring PR duties to ambassadors.
The Macon Telegraph notes Georgia towns large and small push renewal with federal aid and local funds. Augusta clears a 2 million program, Savannah starts work, and Atlanta under Mayor Hartsfield faces criticism for delays while pledging speed. Slum prevention and codes key in clearing blight.
Macon recorded a new traffic safety milestone by passing July 4 without a fatal auto accident, surpassing the prior 1956 mark by about three months. Police Chief B T Watkins urged careful driving while noting last fatality was W H Hatton on December 27, 1957 after a bus collision. Eight deaths in accidents outside city limits on Bible roads are noted by the Telegraph.
Gainesville paper notes three mile paved climb to Brasstown Bald attracts visitors and promotes tourism. The event featured Ranger Harry Wright and Gov Griffin whose remarks devolved into political rhetoric, disappointing attendees. The piece praises the mountain scenery and the sincere mountaineers while lamenting the urban rural divide.
Bremen Ind reports 1,065 pound R. E. Hughes aged 32 could not enter the hospital due to his size. Doctors treated him in a trailer behind the facility where he worsened then showed progress. Hughes from Emden Mo had once needed a private plane to travel from Chicago to New York. He fell ill while working with a carnival at North Vernon Ind.
Homer B. Hobbs of Columbus has been named editor of the Talbotton New Era and the Marion County Patriot. The 32 year old advertising representative will share half ownership and work in Talbotton and Buena Vista while continuing duties in Columbus.
Hawkinsville Ga M F Alli named department heads for Pulaski County 150th birthday celebration with plans to finish soon Revenue Division headed by W P Norred assisted by E O Daniels Special Events by John Herrington Participation by Andrew Hill Ticket committee chaired by E J Harrell Publicity co chairs John McCune and Jim Powell Pageants to be shown each night during the week beginning October 5 historic observance set for week of Oct 5.
The Medical Association of Georgia warns people to beware of poisonous plants that look harmless but cause itching and blisters. It notes 60 to 80 percent of adults are sensitive and about 350000 skin inflammation cases arise yearly from plant contact.
Babies are little tots who need much loving care. Mothers watch over them with care. We supply special foods and sterilizing utensils to prevent germs and aid comfort. Vitamin concentrates add energy for babies.
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