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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1920
Page
4
The Butler Herald, established 1876 in Butler Georgia, publishes weekly on Thursdays with about 1500 copies. The page notes humorous quips on politics and farming, local events, prices, and a funeral report for John Barleveorn, plus remarks on sugar, lumber, wool, and ships idle in Hampton Roads amid coal export embargoes.
Greensboro Herald Journal notes candidate Claude A. West from Greene county promises to place state automobile tag revenue in local banks rather than three Atlanta banks for an indefinite period. He would alter tag distribution to save about 20000 in clerical and postage costs, a plan likely to earn voter consideration at the primary.
An editorial urges that opportunity exists daily in farms and towns and warns against blaming banks churches or the system. It stresses personal effort, especially for youth, to act on chances around them and work toward fortune rather than argue about unfair laws.
A reflection on rural life contrasting money minded farmers with those who prize scenery and community. It notes some rural residents stay rooted while younger folk seek city glitter, citing Ernest Camp in Walton Tribune and a jab at William Jennings Bryan and Wilson supporters in Dublin Tribune.
Rub My Tism is advertised as a powerful antiseptic that kills poison from infected cuts and soothes old sores and tetter. The product claims to cure a range of skin ailments and associated pains through topical use.
A Georgian business group outlines improvements for the state including nine month schooling for every child, a superior highway system, tick eradication, better livestock support, dog control, updated chattel mortgage laws, and expanded agricultural education. The piece emphasizes education as the root of improvement and urges active effort to advance progress and defeat lethargy.
The Telephone endorses Clifford Walker for governor praising him as a clean capable man worthy of the high office. It urges electing a governor on merit, noting his faithfulness to trusts and lofty principles as a worthy successor to the current governor and defender of Georgia’s banner.
A blunt view holds that rough and tumble speech marks real manhood more than refined manners, arguing that candid bluntness conveys strength better than polished social graces. The speaker contrasts rough everyday speech with gentler talk, implying value in authenticity over polish.
Washington notes potential for next speaker from North Carolina or Georgia if Democrats win November. Claud Kitchen of North Carolina or Judge Charles R Crisp of Georgia appear likely, with Crisp drawing especially strong support among younger members. Health and seniority shape Kitchin’s chances as lawmakers eye committee leadership and possible future senate bid.
The Star supports Clifford Walker as a logical candidate for Georgia governor. The piece notes Walker’s brilliant speaking, his public acts, and his lead in the race with strong Irwin County support and a track record as Attorney General.
Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy is urged for home use during the summer. The notice claims it is a reliable treatment for bowel complaints and available at any drug store.
Georgia voters weighing the September 8 governor race should study John Holder’s public service record. As former speaker of the house he is praised for fairness and effectiveness, with endorsements from multiple editors and officials noting his farmer, newspaperman background and long legislative work including education, highway, banking, and convict lease reforms.
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