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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1925
Page
4
A collection of aphorisms and notes on farming life in Georgia, mentioning recent showers enjoyed by farmers, the first bale of cotton sold at Houston, price movements in gasoline, boll weevil vigilance for Taylor county, consumer buying habits, weather contrasts across regions, local social remarks about Butler, and opinions on labor and immigration.
Section farmers shift to tomato cultivation for autumn car-lot shipments to Florida, convinced the crop offers greater profit than peaches, signaling a major crop realignment and potential regional market expansion.
James LeBurt, cashier of Taylor County Bank, named County Chairman for selling Stone Mountain Memorial Coins in Taylor County after district plans. Peach crop around Adairsville, 1000 cars, reportedly sold at 1.50 to 1.75 per crate to American Fruit Co. and Gentile Brothers, yielding fair prices for drought losses.
America's keenest business men predict a near record prosperous season. General employment improves and construction booms as transportation facilities advance. Railroads invest in new cars locomotives and extensive repairs boosting industry outlook.
Editor notes Uncle John is unreliable while praising county warden J F Helms for road work in the northern area. A single complaint hints at ongoing rough roads from Butler to Reynolds toward the river bridge, described as the most used yet poorly kept.
Excerpts show Georgia farmers urged to mine value from tobacco peaches cotton corn beans peas potatoes peppers dairy cows chickens hogs pecans peanuts sugar cane and other staples. Editorials urge action, soil building, prudent guardianship, lawful fishing, town boost, and patriotic support for Stone Mountain Memorial half dollars amid national praise and political shifts.
A Southern Cultivator argument divides farmers into three schools on boll weevil control. Weather, early planting with fertilizers, or calcium arsenate poison are weighed, with a warning that weather alone cannot be trusted and poison may be necessary to protect cotton, based on past invasions and the need to be prepared before damage occurs.
In a bold boast the Ft Valley Leader Tribune invites Pat Griffin Jim Davidson Ernest Camm Uncle Jeemsboro Williams Mister Tucker Charlie Benns J. J. Howell and other prominent figures to visit. The piece promises to reveal “millions more beautiful peaches” than seen on Fifth Avenue and asserts the crew will witness the speaker’s experiences, dismissing any fire-eating yarn as untrue.
A. F. Seider, recent Georgia settler near Madison, replies to reports he was dissatisfied with Georgia. He says the Walker farm is paid for, the deed is recorded, and he has painted the house. He notes offers from Illinois and Ohio buyers and that his wife loves Georgia. He plans to move in and welcomes visiting farmers, while he remains positive about opportunities in Georgia.
A letter from a county resident urges the Taylor County leaders to retain Miss Hancock, the county home demonstration agent. The writer argues her broad teaching reach benefits all ages and farm life, noting the county would fund about $600 for a year while the state covers half. The citizen pleads for reconsideration to support progressive county needs.
In a rural Georgia town a legendary Aunt Nancy, known as the Dorcas and Florence Nightingale of her neighborhood, lived as the youngest of twelve. She never married to care for kin, knitted for orphans, and spoke softly like velvet until she bid good night then slipped away, her passing noted by her family.
Uncle Billy tearfully recalls Aunt Nancy saying pleasant dreams as she nears passing. The passage reflects on her 70 years in Georgia and her gentle memory, with a poignant family moment at an end.
Tucker in the Columbus Ledger quotes The Butler Herald praising Georgia’s resilience and drive. The piece notes Benns declares Georgia is not broke or bankrupt and can win decisive victories in agriculture manufacturing, education, and highways when ready. He argues editors should share this pep to push state progress.
Fort Valley Lumber Co. advertises artistic doors paneled in glass to add tone and dignity to homes. The message invites readers to call and see their products at Fort Valley, Go.
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