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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1933
Page
2
A poem opens with a factory scene where a cheerful worker explains that praise from a boss boosts morale and productivity. The rest lists local social notes from Reynolds including visits, travels, and weekend gatherings, naming many residents and their destinations.
A Thomaston Chevrolet Agency has been purchased by Mr. R M Suggs of Reynolds, with Reynolds and Taylor County ties noting the deal. Suggs has taken charge and plans to move his family soon, while Taylor Motor Co changes promote R L Swearingen to business manager.
The Missionary Society held a Tuesday evening meeting at the Methodist church on June 6. Mrs. Albert Hicks led the session with an opening hymn and prayer. Mrs. Ola Hicks was named leader of Circle No 2 for the unexpired term, and Mrs. Sealy reported on a fund for an orphan boy in the orphanage who plans a July visit. The program included a bulletin by Mrs. Marvin Griffith, a literary segment led by Mrs. Seller on Life of a Rural Deaconess, an Outlook article read by Mrs. Beall, songs by various participants, and prayers by Mrs. Neisler and others, concluding with a poem-prayer.
The women's missionary societies urge members to locate hidden jewelry and silverware in attics and trunks to support missions. Items found will be donated to the Board of Missions in Nashville for sale, with proceeds split between General and Women's Sections. The drive began May 1 with requests to send finds to the Doctors' Building in Nashville Tennessee.
Taylor Mill community letters record visits and weekend guests among families and friends. Included are names such as Mr. and Mrs. R Curtis, H P Bartlett, G W Harr is, Lee Posey, Charlie Parks, Leonard Oliver, J F Kimble, and many others. Several church appointments and illnesses are noted along with travels to Macon and Bible City.
Mary Jane Douglas and Murry Blair exchanged vows Saturday evening at the home of Will Douglas with Rev. H. H. Mosley officiating. Mrs. Blair, daughter of J. F. Douglas, works in Taylor Mill spinning, while Mr. Blair works in the coal mill carding department. Friends wish them a happy married life.
The Sunshine Class for junior girls held a Sunday afternoon picnic at the park. Eleven members attended with guests totaling eighteen, chaperoned by Mrs. C. H. Moore and Mrs. Vera Windham. They played games and shared lemonade during a pleasant outing.
Montezuma Georgia June 6 at the annual meeting of the Montezuma Music Lovers Club officers for the coming year were elected. Mrs C H McKenzie titled president, Mrs A C Richardson first vice president, Mrs Jule Felton second vice president, Mrs R C Collier recording secretary, Mrs J P Walker corresponding secretary, Mrs Lloyd Beasley treasurer, Mrs Carl DeVaughn Jr choir director, Mrs Will Guerry director of Junior Music Club.
Notice to all persons with claims against The First National Bank of Reynolds Georgia to present them to N M Dudley Receiver with legal proof within three months or they will be disallowed. Acting Comptroller of the Currency F G Awalt signs the notice. (4-28 to 8-332)
A farewell letter from Cousin Joe to Cousin Charles reveals a perceived lack of appreciation for his life’s work to aid others. He explains he will no longer correspond on Charles’s behalf and shifts his efforts to Charles’s son Tom, hoping for genuine acknowledgment. Joe cites biblical imagery and notes personal disengagement.
Six orphan boys aged up to sixteen rescue a New Jersey passenger train washed from the rails by heavy rain. They flag the approaching train as it stops near the broken bed, preventing a derailment. Babe Ruth learns of the act, invites the boys to Yankee Stadium, and the Erie Railroad faces criticism for offering only vague aid. The piece ends with a moral about heroism and the perils faced by orphans.
Crowell residents welcomed relatives and friends visiting Buena Vista and Statesboro. Pauline Fuller extended her stay, while Edna Trapp returned home after a successful Statesboro teaching term. Sympathy pours for the Byrd and Montgomery families on illness and death affecting Robert Byrd and Mrs. Paul Montgomery.
A Washington controversy focuses on J. P. Morgan and his firms with allegations that public officials were on a preferred customers list. Dawes, Woodin, Norman Davis and other high figures reportedly benefited from below market stock prices via Morgan & Co. The piece questions what Davis exchanged in return and hints at international offices in London and Paris while urging awakening public scrutiny of Wall Street power.
Personal reminiscence contrasts New York high school prom glamour with genuine connection. A Western observer recalls a 400 guest Bradway Hotel event, formal attire, and a sense that the crowd valued show over fellowship. The writer urges authenticity and humane behavior as life’s broader stage.
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