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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1950
Page
1
A reflective column recalls front porch life of earlier days in Butler, noting larger families, neighborly chats, and porch gatherings. It contrasts modern homes with smaller porches, local social events, scouts at Valley Forge, World War I and II veterans, and plans for a new school as community progress.
Enoch Franklin Garrett died at his home west of Butler after a four day illness from a heart attack. He was 67, a lifelong Taylor County resident and farmer, honored in public life. Funeral held Tuesday at Bethel Primitive Baptist Church with Elder M A Hall and Rev G A Hunter Jr. officiating. interment in nearby cemetery. Survivors include wife Eula Lucile Dillard, two sons Howell and Alton, three sisters and three brothers. Edwards Bros. Funeral Home supervised arrangements.
A joint revival by Union and Wesley Methodist churches starts Sunday evening July 30 and runs through Friday August 4 at the Union church. Two services daily at 11 am and 8 15 pm with Rev. C W Hancock, pastor of both churches, preaching. Community urged to join in prayer and effort for a spiritual renewal.
American patrols hunted North Korean forces Wednesday while artillery and airstrikes targeted enemy on both sides of the Kum river. Washington confirms definite information that Russian military advisers aid North Korean troops. Moscow denies involvement. Gen MacArthur lifts ban on women correspondents, sparking disputed access. Marguerite Higgins plans to return to the front after her earlier removal.
The Congo melon, a top grade development by the U S Department of Agriculture, is grown by Mr Edward Davis with limited releases to applicants. He will ship the first car load to eastern markets from this area this week.
Atlanta officials report confidence that the Minimum Foundation Program will be financed in January despite political signals from Roy Harris. State education leaders Dr. Collins and Dr. Allman warn of a hard fight as other departments seek part of a $40 million sales tax share. Chancellor Caldwell notes Savannah State College reduced its deficit and posted a $20,000 surplus this year.
Mt Pisgah Church invites the public to Sunday worship with Sunday School at 10 30 a m and preaching at 11 30 a m by the pastor J H Stanford. The church urges Bible study from Matthew 5 14 16 and announces a revival beginning on the fifth Sunday with preaching prayer and praise at 8 p m.
A delightful family reunion was enjoyed Sunday at the suburban home of the late Hon. and Mrs. John T. Childs. A more extended notice will appear in these columns next week.
Obituary tribute for Rev M T Gaultney born 1860 and long served Midway Antioch churches in Georgia. He preached sixty years, led numerous congregations, and built church work with grace centered gospel emphasis. The article notes his tireless ministry, devotion to Christ, and emphasis on grace as core to his preaching and salvation.
At a joint Legion and Women's Auxiliary meeting in Butler, July 11, new officers for both groups were installed with Carter Maddox of Rebecca as principal speaker. A complementary supper followed.
A youth fellowship team from Emory University and area volunteers will lead a week of worship training and recreation at the Methodist church in Butler starting Saturday afternoon with a 6 30 picnic at the Riley home. The program invites all county youths 11 and older regardless of church, with daily meals and evening sessions at the church and Legion Hall. Rev C W Hancock pastor.
Mrs. D. O. Brinkley suffered multiple fractures to her right ankle after a fall at the home of Mrs. James Gray in Reynolds. She is hospitalized at Dr. F. H. Sams hospital in Reynolds receiving care and attention.
William Thaddaeus Ricks, 84, Reynolds community leader and businessman, died Sunday noon from a cerebral hemorrhage. Survived by wife Willie Edge, daughter Mrs. W R Clay, sons Thaddaeus Ricks Jr and I J Ricks, brother F A Ricks. Funeral held Monday at Goddard's, Reynolds Methodist Church, burial Hill Crest.
Rev. and Mrs. George A. Hunter Jr. and their two children have established residence in Butler one block from the Baptist church where Rev. Hunter has been elected pastor. A Columbus native, his wife Miss Mary Lou Myers is from Americus. He arrives from Hapeville where he was assistant superintendent of the Baptist Children's Home. He will preach his first sermon next Sunday inviting all residents to attend.
A 71 year old man and his 70 year old wife from Atlanta drowned when their car careened off U S Highway 19 near Ellaville and sank into a pond. Patrols said the cause was not determined. The couple, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Mullechner, were said to be heading to Florida for vacation.
A revival will begin at Oak Grove Baptist church Sunday July 23 with Rev. W. L. Wade and Rev. H. T. Worsham of Cedartown assisting. Evening services start at B o'clock each night and the public is invited to attend the old fashioned soul stirring revival.
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