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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1962
Page
8
Representative Ralph R. Underwood announces candidacy for reelection to the General Assembly from Taylor County. He cites prior service in 1961-62 and asks voters for support in the Democratic primary on September 12, 1962, pledging continued service to Taylor County.
Representative candidate Hugh G Cheek for Taylor County in Georgia vows conscientious support for Taylor County progress. He thanks voters for past aid and asks for support in the September 12 1962 primary, promising to keep local welfare in mind.
Robert L. Swearingen Jr announces his bid for the Georgia General Assembly representing Taylor County in the September 12, 1962 Democratic primary. A 25 year old Emory and Mercer Law School graduate, he vows to devote his time to county and state betterment and plans future personal discussions with voters.
The Housing Authority of Reynolds Georgia seeks bids for GA 222-1A with three dwelling buildings six units and a management building and GA 222-1B with seven buildings fourteen units. Work includes utilities site work and landscaping. Bid opening 10:30 AM EST July 31 1962 at Reynolds City Hall. Documents available for 50 deposit refundable if returned in good condition within ten days of bid opening. Bid bond 5 percent required.
Notice to Taylor County Georgia voters in July 1962 for a bond issue of 60000 dollars to fund Eureka School gymnasium construction and equipment. Details include bond terms 4 percent interest, serial maturities 1964 through 1983, voting instructions for and against, polling hours 7 am to 7 pm EST, and designated voting precincts. Also listed are Taylor County Board of Education members and secretary. Later, a court notice cites Frances B. Davis twelve months support application and eligibility to appear at the August term.
Mrs. Olivia H. Rustin, guardian, petitions for discharge from guardianship of John Lewis Rustin. Objections must be filed by the first Monday in August. The Housing Authority of Reynolds Ga. notes bid procedures and wage requirements for related projects.
A lone white gunman robbed Chapman's Pharmacy in Macon Georgia of more than $1 000 in cash and unspecified narcotics. The 2 pm incident saw the robber use a pistol to force pharmacist Guy Hays and clerk Mrs E C Simmons to the back while he opened the safe and selected narcotics before leaving. Detectives seek a slender built man believed responsible.
The bookmobile traveled 9 134 miles from July 1 1961 to June 30 1962 with 2636 miles in Taylor County. It carries about 1800 books and can access 38 252 books at Manchester Library. June activity served 583 children and 148 adults with 7082 books circulated.
Police report $318 taken from the police department business office before opening. Chief E. E. Hardy notes the theft occurred prior to the day’s start. Library staff and book circulation figures for Taylor County are listed, highlighting high countywide readership.
Crisp County Power Commission starts zoning Lake Blackshear for boating swimming and skiing amid safety concerns raised by Bob Baker of the District Game and Fish Office and wildlife ranger Hubert Simpson about boats speeding near swimmers.
We thank friends and neighbors for acts of kindness and sympathy after the death of our sister Bertha Carson. Your thoughtfulness will be remembered. Sincerely, The Family of Mrs. Bertha Carson.
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