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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1932
Page
6
A survey of public nerves as gasoline prices vary with no consumer complaints, debates on budgets and taxation, and rising talk of tax strikes. Mentions Judge M. J. Yeoman as Attorney General candidate, crop prospects in Taylor, Simeon D. Fess predicting GOP unity in Chicago, and calls for budget discipline. Also notes the growing auto era, road advertising, and civic sentiment ahead of Chicago conventions.
John Spencer notes in newspapers that J. W. Arnold of Athens, a Republican National Committee man, will challenge Senator Walter F. George for the U S Senate, reportedly due to health considerations.
Bank notes from the $50,000 Lindbergh ransom hoax paid to alleged kidnappers reappeared in Newcastle Pennsylvania. Tracing the passers of the money failed. A Hardware Age piece warned about potential health outcomes if Me thuselah had undergone extensive dental and surgical removals and used certain toothpaste and smoke-free cigarettes.
A Washington DC grand jury returned an indictment charging three men with conspiracy to loot National Benefit Life Insurance Company by embezzling 460000 and diverting funds to finish a negro Masonic temple, with details outlined in the filing.
A remark on crime and legality argues that stealing at night and taking goods leads to prison, while borrowing on credit with no intent to pay should be immune, claiming no real difference and that the clandestine thief may be braver than a daylight thief.
A reprint from the Atlanta Journal notes that depressions tend to close, citing historical booms and busts from 1790 onward. It argues that current US hardship, while severe, fits patterns of past cycles, with eventual restoration and profitability on the horizon as tides rise again.
From the Columbus Ledger comes news that Judge C. Frank McLaughlin faces no opposition for the superior court seat in the Chattahoochee circuit. After eight years on the bench he is praised for leadership, community service, legal regard, and a dignified yet accessible manner that commands respect.
A business leader remarks the depression may prove as valuable as a college education and suggests some will need to work through it by selling magazines. The comment reflects cautious optimism about learning through hardship and new income avenues.
Frank A Dennis defends Chas R Crisp against E S Summerour's critique in The Eatonton Messenger May 26. Dennis cites Crisp records on debt, moratorium, tax policy, and WWII debts, arguing Crisp has experience and courage to serve Georgia in the U S Senate. He rebuts claims about Russell reorganization and constitutional amendments, urging readers to trust Crisp's proven achievements and denounce Summerour's misstatements.
A Savannah Press contrast notes the Washington march by World War Veterans risks Red influence and Treasury strain. It argues volunteers from across the country strain local resources, warns Congress unlikely to pass a constitutional budget, and urges order while preserving the current government.
In Montgomery Alabama two jurors from the Houston county case were cited for contempt during a trial of eight local citizens charged with conspiracy to violate the federal seed loan law and defraud the government. The judge reminded them they were dealing with Uncle Sam, not state courts.
The Savannah Press quotes Judge Crisp praising a congressman while condemning the Ways and Means Committee for delaying hearings on the beer tax bill. He argues no beer bill can pass while the 18th Amendment remains part of the Constitution and the Volstead Act remains in force.
The Greensboro Herald quotes the Thomasville Press and questions if Crisp wins a Senate seat Georgia would have two senators from South Georgia. It notes the governor and Chief Justice might share a family, mentions "Uncle Lewis" a Fulton County judge, and argues Georgia has honored the House of Russell enough. Journy
The Stewart-Webster Journal laments state priorities, noting strict fish and game laws but lax child protections. The piece argues minor animal or property infractions trigger quick investigations, while harmful acts against children are overlooked, urging enforcement action.
The Cordele Dispatch argues Tom Hardwick should have aligned with Republicans. It says he could have commanded strength in Georgia this year by joining the GOP. The paper notes his past as governor and U.S. senator would contrast with his loyalty to the Democrats during his Senate term.
The Americas Times Recorder urges every eligible Georgia voter to participate in September. With ten gubernatorial candidates, the paper notes a wide range of opinions and Ideals and expresses hope the campaign stays clean amid factionalism.
A reminiscence contrasts World War I era beer saloons with later hard times. It recalls 1938 fall in Atlanta per Fulton Review, noting saloons fed unemployment, a war panic, and prices like a nickel for a beer and a snack. The piece laments long hours in crowded theaters as a modern hardship.
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