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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1936
Page
4
The piece argues that citizens ought to vote on most public matters with convenience akin to going to the drug store, praises doctors and newspapers for charity, notes a Valdosta woman's century old silk hose, cites sales figures for cars by GM Ford and Chrysler, and comments on drought profiteering and governor’s responsibility for an appropriations bill defeat.
A reader asserts he knows what the term managed money means and recalls how, since marriage, his wife controlled all finances. he claims he has benefited from that arrangement and hints at past financial dynamics discussed in the paper.
Mrs Florence Thompson Davis County Kentucky sheriff becomes the first woman to perform the duty of hangwoman in the United States. The hanging is scheduled for July 31 and the condemned man is described as a negro.
More people are taking an interest in political matters today than ever before in the history of the state. It is seen as a healthy sign and gives hope for future high quality individuals in public office.
Editor W. T. Shytle receives high praise for The Adel News 20 page Tobacco Festival edition. The publication is regarded as one of the most excellent papers in Georgia by readers and peers.
The Thomasville Press criticizes Talmadge for slashing the state tax rate to 3 mills, a move that saves money for the wealthy and big business while shifting the deficit to the next administration to cover.
Classified notice seeks two men to drive autos at county fairs and local carnivals. Workers must crash at 40 miles per hour or receive no pay and must provide releases or claims releases for any death or injury.
The Tifton Gazette notes Ed Rivers holds a commanding position over three opponents in the gubernatorial race. The piece questions whether Rivers can avoid a runoff or secure the nomination in the first primary, with Rivers expected to reach the top two.
The Georgia Power Company launches a rural electrification program proposing to spend 4,00000 over three years to construct about 5,000 miles of electric transmission lines in Georgia rural areas.
A reflection on how aging shifts perspective as people discard long held false ideas. The text notes that many develop positive beliefs early on and gradually lose optimism as they accumulate more knowledge with age.
The text mentions Mr Upthegrove recently settling in Butler described as a highwayman. Despite this, it states he is a fine gentleman, and reflects on welcoming such families in the community and school.
Rush Burton's Lavonia Times debuts in a neater, more fashionable format as political notices appear more prominently. The Georgia weekly showcases improvements in its plant operations alongside the refreshed edition, signaling growth and renewed vigor.
Government employees lacking civil service status must take non competitive tests to qualify for civil service rating. The order, issued by President Roosevelt and issued through the Civil Service Commission, imposes restrictions rather than blanket inclusion.
President Rosevelt issues a rulebook for government workers across departments. Annual leave is fixed at 26 days and sick leave at 1 day with accumulative privilege up to 90, including a 30 day allowance for emergencies.
Charlton Ogburn of the American Federation of Labor urges workers to rely on collective bargaining with their employers instead of legislation. Vacation travel this summer is taxing the railroads as regular trains run with extra coaches and many special trains are in operation to meet demand.
The Madisonian reports a Friday call from Editor Charlie Benns and his family from Butler Georgia en route to a PTA convention in Athens. Benns serves as secretary of the Georgia Press Association, postmaster at Butler and editor of the Herald, described as Taylor county’s foremost citizen and an all-round good fellow.
The message asserts that good citizens may differ honestly in politics without losing temper or respect for others. It proclaims a commitment to express convictions and grant every individual the same rights and privileges without criticism for their actions.
Calhoun Times notes Judge Bill Ingram likens Governor Talmadge to Tom Watson in Cartersville. The piece recalls Watson’s push for an income tax to tax wealth and corporations, while alleging Eugene Talmadge seeks to abolish the income tax.
The Herald urges voters to honor E. L. Rainey by electing his son Clem Rainey to the Prison Commission, praising Gov. Talmadge for appointing him to finish the unexpired term and urging support for the regular term.
Rural churches and schools remain centers of community life as revival meetings return, sustaining American rural life. The writer notes churches and schools foster community problem solving and uphold a strong, practical faith versus urban church life.
The Atlanta Constitution cites State Auditor Wisdom detailing Georgia's existing obligations under "Valid State Obligations." It lists fixed debt for road allocations pledged with limited cash reserves for redemption, rentals of state railroad debt with monthly dues and large unsold holdings, and diminished redemption reserves, challenging the governor's assertion that the state is debt free.
The Columbus Ledger accuses Governor Talmadge of misrepresenting Georgia’s finances. It argues that debt remains over 30 million dollars, funds diverted between departments, and heavy reliance on more than 100 million dollars in federal aid to cover shortfalls.
Mr S W Davis of the Thomasville Press lauds Butler Herald editor Charley Benns as a top weekly editorial page maker and active public servant. Charlie Rountree Wrightsville Headlight seeks support for Public Service Commissioner, touting his Johnson county ties and official record.
Merriwether Vindicator calls for safer roads by enforcing traffic laws. Readers urge local officers to prosecute violations, limit speeds for trucks, and push for a state police to patrol highways. The piece compares reckless driving to war danger and criticizes current leniency on passing and speeding.
The people of Augusta invite the Confederate Veterans of Georgia to meet there in October for their annual reunion. Last year the reunion was in Adel where veterans were entertained royally. Few will answer the roll call, but those attending will be as loyal to the Lost Cause as in the 1860s with Lee and Jackson in Virginia.
The piece praises soil improvements by Mr. A. J. Payne three miles west of Butler with crops of peas peanuts and corn and notes a transformation from worn land. It contrasts a Dawson News editor's old parable about parenting with a call for rods to curb youth crime and reports Gov Landon accepting the Republican presidential nomination and party leaders campaigning, with Democrats predicted to win in November.
Dawson News reflects on the pull of the open air inviting readers to seek nature, quiet, and balance. It describes hunting old clothes, fishing, and wandering brambles to escape daily routines, noting the calm found by streams and quiet woods and the reward of time spent in nature.
Mrs Ruth Bryan Owen United States Minister to Denmark marries Captain Boerge Rhode in James Chapel Roosevelt family church Hyde Park with President and Mrs Roosevelt among guests.
A Dublin Georgia woman claimed Tennessee as her home and entered a local store to pay 20 cents for a pair of shoes she said she took twenty years ago without paying. She described herself as conscience stricken for years and wished to make restitution.
Georgia shows a substantial population rise, gaining about 436000 since 1930, an eight percent increase in six years. The surge follows prior decades of stagnation, with many workers returning from other states as boom conditions eased, potentially restoring political clout in Congress if prosperity continues.
The piece argues voters should not deny editors the privilege of endorsing or selecting a candidate. It claims the editor’s freedom mirrors voter choice, insisting races should be conducted fairly and remain entertaining whether the candidate wins or loses.
The note argues that as business improves, prices are bound to rise. It states that prices advance four ways during uptrends and that money can be made in investing in staple commodities. It also suggests better business leads to advances on all such items.
The note urges owners to guard their McGuffey’s Reader with care and to reread it next weekend. It links pride in the volume to famous figures such as Henry Ford, Edgar Guest, and J W Studebaker, suggesting a shared heritage among readers who value the work.
A short paragraph extols keeping wants simple to free time for living. It argues that many people develop a habit of constantly desiring more, which prevents happiness with what they possess and fuels worry over unattained things. It cautions against being owned by possessions and others' opinions.
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