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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1923
Page
1
Constance Talmadge stars in an eight reel drama described as radiant romance with Oriental spell. The feature promises generous resources and standout performance. Added attraction is Charlie Chaplin’s two reel comedy Easy Street. Admission is 20c and 35c.
A vivid teaser promotes the film East Is West with Constance Talmadge wielding a chopstick in a dramatic scene. The snippet, labeled Timber Queen No 11, promises audience appeal through sharp action and a bold moral clash.
A Ware Shoals Life essay arguing citizenship as a high privilege with duties. It contrasts ancient Roman status with modern American rights, stressing voter power, rule of law, religious tolerance, and protection of life and property. The ideal citizen maintains open mind, generous heart, and community duty to shape America’s future.
Georgia peach growers are advised to complete the final spray for Hiley trees in the next days using arsenate of lead and lime-sulphur mix. Belles receive final spray June 11 and Elbertas June 20. With late peaches hardening, curculio activity will resume around June 5, so frequent under-tree discing and careful application are urged to ensure control. Issued May 31, 1923 by Govt. & State Labty., Ft. Valler, Ga.
A piece urging that real popularity comes from strong character and service. It argues leaders do not grant popularity, individuals earn it through honesty, integrity, helpfulness, and efforts benefiting others and the community. It warns against idleness and boasts, calling for clean conduct and commitment to common good.
Thomasville Alabama May 31 David White cattle tick eradication inspector died last night from dipping poison at Choctaw Corners. He sat on an undiluted can with a hole in which poison seeped into his clothing causing a severe blister and burning. He rode home then bathed in a creek but relief failed and he died shortly after at Champion residence after telephoning a physician.
Bill of exceptions and record transcript move to Georgia Supreme Court in mandamus case B A Hartley v Emmett Houser ordinary Houston County seeking order to call election for justice of the peace in 528th militia district after death of Captain J Wheathews. Houser claims Peach County jurisdiction via E H Holland. Peach County creation amendment voted 1922.
Columbus Ga May 31 A recommendation to construct a new jail or remodel the existing one appears in the second annual report of the visiting committee of the state department of public welfare The panel urges a hospital ward addition and to grant the jailer greater authority to supply clothing to prisoners.
In Madison Georgia two unidentified white men suspected as rum runners were killed by federal and county prohibition officers after attempting to pass a roadblock near Carey's Station on the National Highway. Sixty gallons of whisky were found in the Dodge car, and officers credited Henry Gaisley with leading the pursuit. The scene was several miles from Greensboro, and deputies Sturdivant and Lovejoy participated in the raid. The attackers were described as average in size with one bearing arm tattoos indicating prior seafaring.
In Macon on a Sunday the sheriff's office attended church as a special duty when an automobile was stolen from the church front. Deputies were summoned and dispatched to church duties by Chief Deputy Lane Mullaly, while the theft occurred.
Albany N Y June 1 Gary Smith signed the Gulliver bill repealing the Mullan Gage act after a lengthy hearing. The governor stated he would decide earlier, but Friday afternoon announced he signed the repeal making New York without an enforcement law and leaving compliance to federal authorities.
County school superintendent Prof. W. T. Austin releases district by district counts from the completed Taylor County census, noting a sizable rise over the last tally. The report documents total children by district and reflects broader enrollment growth across the county.
Fort Gaines Georgia reports G R Irwin authorized the Fort Gaines Clay County Chamber of Commerce to offer 500 acres of level land across the river for Henry Ford to build a cotton mill in the South. The site is well drained with artesian wells. Gwynn of the chamber will relay the offer to Ford, with local backing likely.
Two hundred members of Al Sihah Temple Shriners will depart Macon at 9:00 AM for Washington DC to attend the Imperial Council session which runs Monday through Friday. The Columbus and Macon Shriners will ride a special train to the National Capital, then return via rail to New York and Savannah by boat after the session.
Washington June 1 The Department of Agriculture released its first cotton report of the season showing May 25 conditions at 71.20 percent of normal. This compares with 69.6 percent a year ago 66.0 in 1921 and the ten year May 25 average of 73.6 percent.
Baltimore June 5 Lieut Wendell K Phillips was killed Capt FE Wilder seriously injured and Sgt C J Lunt Sgt Carl Johnson Pvt C L Helton and Pvt W Heldt less badly hurt when their airplane wrecked at Aberdeen Md as they were taking off for a flight Phillips was one of the aviators who delivered to Pres Harding a consignment of green corn and peaches from Augusta Ga
A fragment notes normal weight variation can be greatly affected with some men losing six pounds or seven pounds during a Turkish bath while others gain as much in a short time through deep drinking.
Americus June 1. The first hydro electric current used in this city was consumed last Sunday in testing the lines between Americus and Albany. In a short time, it is expected power will be ready for steady distribution here.
The three miles southeast of Butler, the Walden residence of Mr. and Mrs Grady L Walden burned about 4 o clock yesterday morning. The family was away in Plains Ga at their sister Mrs E J Crawford who is ill. Loss estimated at 5000 with 1000 on the building and 500 on furniture insured. The home was one of the prettiest in the community and the calamity shocks friends and neighbors.
The state education department announces the first professional life certificate under new rules. Mr Martin, senior supervisor for two years, qualifies with four years of college work and a bachelor’s degree plus teaching experience. A master’s or doctoral degree from an approved university satisfies the five year plan with education hours. Alternatively four years of standard college work with a bachelor’s and ten years’ experience also qualifies.
Walter A. Dilts of Michigan City Indiana has leased Dr Lincoln McConnells farm for five years. He plans a fruit and stock operation and will move with his family in weeks. Dilts is a professional auctioneer with strong local backing and will send two children to R E Lee Institute. Dr McConnell will travel this summer for evangelistic work with Mrs McConnell, keeping Upson county as home headquarters.
A historic note offers shoe fitting guidance using multiple newspaper layers for snug pressure. It suggests making the material pliable, warming the shoe edges, and testing fit before wearing.
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