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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1930
Page
37
A reflective piece extols the value of constant work toward peace. It contrasts noisy conflict with quiet toil and asserts happiness arises from effort. The poem praises the man who clears obstacles, endures pain, and keeps dreams alive through labor and perseverance.
Local society notes list numerous visits and travels among Butler residents and friends. Names include Mrs. W J Butler, Mrs H T Wall Ameri t, J B Frierson, Mrs H P Wallace, Mrs Ruth FE W Hurdle Montezuma, John Giles Dawson, Mr and Mrs R H Moore, Miss Christine Bazemore, Mrs C W Long, Lucile Bazemore, Christine Bazemore, and many others. Visits span Macon Atlanta Columbus Fitzgerald Live Oak Waycross Thomaston and Fort Valley with guests, relatives and house parties of Butler families.
Miss Myrtle Bazemore hosted a Thursday night picnic at Person's Lake in honor of her sister Christine Bazemore. Chaperoned by E H Bazemore, R A Turner, and T C Russ, the event drew numerous guests including Bazemore family members and friends such as Elizabeth Bazemore, Lucile Bazemore, Mildred Garrett, Kathleen Peed, Virginia Hanson, and J W Waters among others.
Mrs J Reid Griffin announces the engagement of her daughter Ellen Griffin to William Doty Cathcart of Winnsboro The couple plans to marry in August Ellen Griffin was a popular member of the Butler High School faculty last year and has many friends in Pinewood
A compact reflection notes that many assume problems will arise and yet they end up getting what they sought, suggesting a paradox between worry and outcomes. The piece hints at common human behavior in facing anticipated difficulties.
The Brooks family held an extensive 78th birthday celebration for Mrs. M. J. Brooks at Mcvants on Thursday, with a large reunion, gifts, and a basket dinner. Relatives near 100 attended, including many grandchildren and friends from Americus and Thomasville, with thanks extended to J. F. Peebles and W. F. Gray for their contributions to the gathering.
Miss Lucy Lenora Woodall of Columbus and Mr. Robert L. Fox of Monrovia California announce their engagement. Woodall, daughter of Wins C Woodall, is a University of Alabama alumna, Phi Delta Sigma and Kappa Delta member, active in art and music, with prominent Columbus lineage. Fox comes from a well known California family, his parents having moved from Kentucky and integrated into state social and business life.
The Methodist Missionary ladies will host a demonstration of their Good Will Project at the usual missionary meeting. Junior Missionary children will present a program showing how American children aid Philipine children. A good attendance is appreciated.
Lewis Ayres rose to fame after being chosen for the lead role of Paul in Universal's All Quiet on the Western Front. The film opens Monday August 4 for a week at the Rialto Theatre in Macon. Ayres previously played with Henry Halstead's orchestra at the Plantation cafe Beverly Wilshire hotel Los Angeles and the Addison hotel Detroit.
An essay mirrors on the biblical Proverbs woman, arguing she managed households and business alike. It traces her roles as merchant, real estate dealer, fabric maker, and almoner, noting modern housewives echo these duties while husbands gain respect in public life.
The annual teachers license examination in Taylor county will be held in Butler next Saturday under County School Superintendent W. T. Rustin. Rustin says only a few applicants are expected since most teachers already hold licenses with their diplomas and normal certificates.
A saying notes that people confident in their knowledge miss others’ views. It highlights a common flaw in self awareness and social judgment, urging reflection on how one’s beliefs appear to peers.
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