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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1911
Page
4
The Butler Georgia issue notes advertising rates and policy, obituaries over 206 words free for subscribers, and a 1 cent per word charge for copy. It references Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy, the Hepburn act interpretation by the railroad commission, Georgia political division discussions, and Watson Bryan Chatauqua invitation being declined.
Predictions say Governor Hoke Smith will deliver a gentle general assembly message. The article expects a soft tone, no harsh attacks on corporations or political rings, focus on education and agricultural development, and possible changes to governor inauguration timing.
Sudden severe back pain blamed on rheumatic muscle trouble. Quick relief claimed from Cham berlains liniment. Sold by Butler Drug Co in Butler Georgia and J C Reynolds in Reynolds Georgia.
Judge Emory Speer in Macon district court ruled the 1893 Georgia labor contract law unconstitutional null and void. He said the law conflicts with the 13th Amendment and may be reviewed by the U S Supreme Court, aligning with the Bailey decision in Alabama.
A guide urges preparation for burn or scald injuries and recommends applying Chamberlain's Salve on a soft cloth to relieve pain immediately. It claims the remedy helps parts heal without a scar in non severe cases and notes sale by Butler Drug Co in Butler J. G. Hill and Reynolds locations.
The article notes that first class mail brings in 132 million dollars annually, with 60 million dollars of that as profit used to offset losses in other mail classes.
An advertisement touts Bucklens Aruba Salve as a miracle cure available at City Drug Store for 25 cents. It claims rapid relief for sores, wounds, burns, ulcers, eczema, piles, and other skin ailments. The copy emphasizes its long history of cures over forty years and asserts it as the best salve in the world.
Columbus Georgia prepares to seek charter change at the upcoming Georgia legislature session. A bill would create three city commissioners to govern the city, replacing a mayor and sixteen aldermen. Business leaders largely back the commission plan.
New York story offers free trial senpine for asthma hay fever bronchitis and catarrh sent to any writer at Woodworth Co 1161 Broadway New York City. Claimed to cure thousands regardless of duration or climate and backed by a Vienna University professor.
Maconi Georgia May 31 A coroner s jury says Mrs Bessie Farnham died of heart failure induced by taking chloral and cocaine by her own hand. Dr Hiram Farnham testified his wife was a confirmed drug user and often out of her mind accusing him of murder. He stated she took 12 grains of chloral and 10 grains of cocaine last night.
Caris B. Allen of Sylvania Georgia describes severe stomach and kidney troubles lasting over three years. He credits Electric Bitters with a full recovery after trying various remedies. The product is advertised as a cure for stomach issues female complaints and liver and kidney disorders with a call to visit City Live Store.
Governor Brown appears not to be pursuing the empty governor’s seat after Gov elect Smith’s potential Senate win. He says his ambition is fulfilled by farming in Cherokee county and that other leaders could serve Georgia just as well, though he might run if a broad public demand and service motive existed.
A Victorian style ad promotes Dr King s New Life Pills claiming to prevent apendicitis by stimulating the stomach liver and bowels. It asserts cures for constipation headache biliousness chills and offers the product for 24c at City Drug Store.
Editor W T Bacon of the Madisonian suffered a collapse after a prize contest. the Montezuma Record notes more plans to fix the scheme. Bro Christopher runs a similar contest and faces sympathy. The speaker claims long experience in newspapers rejects such schemes as deceptive lies in Georgia weeklies.
Advertises Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablet Loaf for children mild relief of chronic constipation. Sold by Butler Drug Co in Butler Georgia and J G Hill in Reynolds Georgia.
Charleae Morse's belief in his wife's devotion and courage is credited with his steadiness upon learning President Taft refused to grant a pardon. Morse faced the news at the federal penitentiary in Atlanta without flinching.
Marion County notes A D McComb resigns as Buena Vista postmaster in Washington and Mrs T E Chapman, wife of the county sheriff, is confirmed by the Senate. Also reported is the death of Mr MC Rustin, who had suffered a long illness and passed away at New Pine Knot Springs Monday afternoon.
Mrs Mary E Grant wife of Elder KD Grant died at her Roberta home Saturday at 5 o clock after several months illness. She was 69 and a member of the Primitive Baptist church. Funeral held Sunday at 1 o clock at Salem with Elder 8 T Bentley officiating. Interment at Salem cemetery. Cotton buyers offer 12 to 13 cents for next fair delivery as farmers sell. Large shipments of plums and peaches from Roberta bring good prices. Misses Minnie Alice and Lillie Maude Andrews visited Bueler and Fort Valley Tuesday. A mass meeting at Knoxville courthouse Monday morning June 12 for Crawford County Fair Association setup.
Macon County news notes the Miona Springs Hotel opens for the season from May to December under new management led by Dr J B McGee who was called to Elko Wednesday for his sister Mrs Clarke's death. Also reports social visits, a new Chalmers-Detroit car for J R Humphries bought from the Americus agency, and a mass meeting petition to make Oglethorpe High School absolutely free.
Farmers report good crop outturn in Montezuma and Macon county sells little Western corn this year. A party is in correspondence with the Secretary of Commerce about locating an ice factory in Montezuma, which would serve as a strong local distributing point.
State news notes Hawkinsville will host a postal savings bank opening on June 27. Georgia dentists prepare for the Georgia Dental Society annual meeting in Macon June 13 through 15 with an estimated 300 attendees at Hotel Lunier. A theft report covers the loss of a black pine coffin from the Hast Macon lodge for use in initiations. A sensational damages suit in Fulton County involves Walter H Johnson and the U S Fidelity & Guaranty Co. over alleged abuse by deputies. Official staff for the Georgia organization is announced with Hitch, Harrison, Johnson, Edwarde, and Cowan in key posts. Projections grow for a Columbus to Gulf highway with cities along the route rallying support.
Ft Valley Ga June 2 1 Dr H B Dean aged 72 rector of the Episcopal Church was killed instantly when the automobile he rode with Mrs Eberhardt was demolished at the College street crossing by a Southern Railway freight engine. Mrs Eberhardt was injured and later found to be in a precarious condition after being carried to her home.
An ad promotes Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets as a cure for sick headache caused by a stomach disorder. It offers a free sample at Butler Drug Co with mention of J G Hill Reynolds.
Directory lists Butler and Reynolds governance churches schools lodges and officials. Includes mayor council clerks sheriffs judges commissioners court districts and recurring meeting schedules for Masonic and other groups with notable local organizations and transportation timetables.
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