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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1929
Page
3
A humorous reminiscence recalls a North Carolina man who claimed to make gasoline cheaply, while detailing provincial quirks. The writer reflects on old times, fashion, and the folly of youth as he recalls buying shiny patent leather shoes and the pride of wearing them.
Earl Manchester faces trial for the Parks murder with Mrs. J. C. Powers suspected as accessory. Judge Mathews selected defense counsel P. F. Brock and James W. Schell. A tentative June 17 date may shift to June 24 as co defendant Elmer Manchester seeks more prep time.
To legally deal in sweet potato plants in Georgia, three inspections are required: field seed storage and the plant bed after spring. Applications are available from the Atlanta office and must be filed by July 15. No late applications accepted. The inspection service is free of charge.
A man endures a blistering four mile walk in painful leather shoes to reach a church where the sermon, aimed at his reluctance, lasts three hours. He faints and wakes the next day at home, later going two years without shoes.
Mrs C F Bennett visited her aunt Mrs A T Jarrell in Butler while Mr Frank Tyce spends time with his son Henry Tyce. Families from Butler Carsonville and Macon shared Sunday meals and attended the area commencement exercises with Mrs Henry Adams hosting a Sunday school party.
Norwich Notes lists numerous social visits across Georgia and Florida. Guests included Mr and Mrs Jessie Milner of Americus with Mr and Mrs R W Harris, Mrs Joe Foster with Macon relatives, and Thomaston visitors Mr and Mrs Glenwood Whitley. Other pairs and individuals from Tampa, Columbus, Dawson, and Talbotton joined gatherings and farm visits in the area.
An infant son of Mr and Mrs Ron Cooper dies from heart disease at age one. He was rushed to Middle Georgia Sanitarium in Macon then buried at Sand Bethel cemetery. The obituary expresses grief and faith in Heaven and includes verses from a loving friend.
Howard News notes several return visits and social calls. Miss Ethel Fain returned from Americus while Leda Hill came home from Welham to teach. Macon visitors include Mrs Beulah Pickard and Miss Mildred Purvis. A string of Sunday dinners and house guests from Thomaston, Macon, and near Mauk populate the week.
Peanut growers are invited to see the new 1928 ROYAL model peanut picker on display at Jarrells Department Store in Butler Georgia. The exhibition highlights the improved efficiency and ease of use for harvest season.
Wesley readers share updates on visits and gatherings. Master Hugh Gilson Jr. and families host and visit friends in Sylvester and nearby towns while Miss Mary Adams returns to Macon hospital duties after vacation. Sewing Club at Mrs Sealy’s features daisies and cake as guests mingle with local families.
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