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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1927
Page
4
A reflective column discusses stopping embezzlement in Georgia, cites state pardons, and urges action. It notes Chicago watermelons and electric power driving regional progress, plus legal questions on Americus Souther aviation field sale. The piece laments public apathy and praises domestic life.
The distant, prominent figure Herman Milner a Dodge County state legislator and former attorney general candidate has been indicted on embezzlement charges. The case casts a somber tone on trusted public figures and raises questions about integrity in office.
The American Bible Society says almost 10,000,000 Bibles circulated last year, an increase of about 600,000 over 3925. In 111 years the society has distributed about 185,000,000 Bibles and notes translations into Br languages.
The Savannah Press reports editor Clark Howell resigns after long service as trustee of the University of Georgia and editor of The Constitution. Governor Clifford Walker appoints Major Clark Howell Jr. Bealjere manager of The Constitution with the senior Howell remaining on the Board of Trustees.
The Douglas Enterprise exclaims the black-berry crop is thriving and tax exemption to pass with no opposition. It urges residents to begin a homecoming campaign for people who left Taylor County, inviting them back as the best section of the country grows and stays.
A forthcoming memorial postage stamp set for August will mark the first use of the Stars and Stripes in battle and also honor Benedict Arnold as a traitor. The issue will commemorate the 150th anniversary of the defense of Fort Sanwix, New York, highlighting a historic clash and an infamous figure in one issue.
Worcester man M J O Shea says Calvin Coolidge then a state senator signed a 1912 anti third term petition directed at Theodore Roosevelt. He claims to possess the original signature and says Coolidge supported a constitutional amendment against a third term.
The Comerce News editor J F Shannon, aged 72, celebrated his birthday on Sunday May 22. The Sunday school where he serves as superintendent for 45 consecutive years honored him with baskets of sweet peas from the women and a tribute from the beginners and boys classes. The pastor praised his leadership and devotion as the school saluted him in a chatauqua style moment.
In a special election last Saturday citizens voted to exempt new industries from taxation for five years. The Dalton Citizen notes the action as proper as other counties in the state have granted exemptions and manufacturers move south seeking an equal footing to attract them.
A local preview lauds the Sterling Musical Company led by Starling Muir and Santee for a Friday appearance. It notes the troupe possesses clean, versatile performers and the need to tailor a refined program for smaller communities. The piece concedes a few parts could be improved and encourages audience-pleasing edits before the next appearance.
The State Bar Association congratulates its new officers with Hon John B. Guerry of Montezuma chosen as District Vice-President and Hon Mille ard Reese of Brunswick elected President. The selections reflect a wise leadership move for the association.
A remark about a government division with over 600 personnel having no telephone. Upon learning the broader context that the country has more than 16 million telephones in use, the scene ends with Uncle Sam scratching his head.
Mr William Clendenin of New York will deliver an address in Macon titled The Story of the Peach. He touts the Georgia peach as superior in flavor and healthfulness and promises authorities to back his claims. Governor-elect Hardman and other prominent citizens are invited to a meeting presenting previously long hidden facts about the peach.
The Lewistown Montana Democrat News lauds Charles Lindbergh for delivering clean, wholesome news in an era of sensational reports. It commends his explorations as inspiring and important, noting readers will not tire of stories about his remarkable feat.
A reformer or columnist argues that careless behavior leads to high costs for society, calling it the nation's costliest habit and urging stricter personal discipline and safety practices across industries and daily life.
The article urges a county and towns Butler and Reynolds to vote for tax exemption on electric power for five years to attract industries. It argues hydro power’s arrival justifies exemptions to keep up with other counties, and stresses a large, united turnout to show local support and spur future growth.
The tribute lauds Gelders for promoting the Central Dixie Highway along a 140 mile stretch from Marietta to Perry, arguing his vision could boost tourism and local commerce. It contrasts fixed fast road funding with county bonds, criticizing big counties for resisting state bonds while profiting.
Valdosta earns praise from Emory University trustees for liberal community spirit and support toward establishing a junior college in Valdosta. Trustees unanimously adopted proposals in recognition of the city’s progress and development, highlighting a spirit of advancement.
A fragment from the Altona Tribuns outlines obituary and advertisement charges for subscribers and advertisers. It mentions ten-cent and eighteen-cent per line rates and notes delinquency consequences for non advertising.
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