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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1946
Page
4
The Butler Herald discusses Georgia political polling for Carmichael Ed Rivers and Talmadge, wartime economic shifts, a Georgia civic leader General Marvin Griffin visiting on campaign for lieutenant governor, and local commentary on postwar life including housing shortages and rebuilding.
Georgia journalist C. D. Moncrief of Knoxville Crawford County remains respected in local media. While in public office he runs a commercial printing plant and publishes The Farm Enterprise for Crawford County Farm Bureau. He formerly edited Crawford County News and was a leading Georgia Press Association member.
Atlanta Protestant ministers from Methodist Baptist and Presbyterian churches denounce the Ku Klux Klan. The statement condemns secrecy and oppression and urges Alabama authorities and federal and state prosecutors to investigate and prosecute first acts. The Gadsden Times cites broad church support to stamp out the organization.
Local residents report flourishing gardens and a friendly contest to win the blue ribbon for the best canning. Neighbors compete as they harvest vegetables in record quantities for present needs and future preservation.
A Florida teen wed a youth she knew less than a week. On their Georgia honeymoon he was arrested for stealing the car they rode in, leaving her stranded until friends helped her return home.
Observers are urged to study ordinary pedestrians to understand diverse habits and perceptions. The piece argues that changing thinking is essential to progress and invites readers to join local efforts to improve business, social, and community interests in Butler.
The Fort Valley Leader-Tribune announces support for James Carmichael in the Georgia gubernatorial race. Editor Johnnie Jones explains the stance arose from a belief in sincerity and honest government, rejecting gold-bricking promises and urging voters to consider Carmichael’s merits.
A Madisonian reflection on how people applaud mild jabs at others yet frown when those jabs hit their circle. The writer muses on the selective nature of approval in a humorous, world weary tone.
A medical authority labels coronary sclerosis the disease of the intelligentsia due to its prevalence among professionals. The condition involves hardening around the heart and associated vessels, with higher incidence in mental workers and lower in manual laborers. The essay urges promoting athletic activity in childhood to reduce future professional deaths.
The Louisville News and Farmer editors urge calm in this summer's gubernatorial race noting past bitterness and urging voters to choose capable men without inflaming neighbors or inciting personal attacks. They warn war experiences should guide civil discourse and discourage hysteria and chicanery.
Uncle Dave Turner of the Bulloch Herald in Statesboro notes the strong pulling power of want ads and display ads. He recalls amusing misdirections from ads for lost items and urges readers to watch the ads, highlighting postwar demand and the power of well presented newspaper advertising.
Jimmy Carmichael is presented as a candidate embodying Georgian values and capable of providing strong state administration during the challenging postwar period.
A study tested 567 male motorists and 31 achieved perfect scores while 511 women drivers produced a total of 15 perfect scores, suggesting men perform better in driving tests.
A reflection on idle time versus busier men who juggle many side tasks. The speaker criticizes the idea of inventing needless work and suggests a law to compel those who create extra jobs to perform them.
The Montgomery brothers Thomas and James, lifelong partners in farming near Crowell church, served together in the First World War and returned united. Their farms lie along Reynolds road near Neisler's bridge, with their finances kept separate. The Panhandle district, famed for early urban markets and postwar growth, marks a gateway to Taylor County's agricultural evolution.
Dr Alexander D Ghisselin Jr of New Yorks Presbyterian hospital reports a new drug anthallan showing relief for hay fever and rhinitis in 42 cases with four failures and about 30 percent relapse, suggesting safety and broad usefulness. The Macon Telegraph notes the promising advance against hay fever.
Former Army veteran John B. Giles announces candidacy for Georgia State Senate District Twenty Third. He promises 50 percent teacher salary increases and education, health, and economic development focus, supports ballot protection, opposes County Unit changes, and pledges attention to Taylor Peach and Crawford counties farmers.
Garland T. Byrd announces candidacy for Representative in the Georgia General Assembly from Taylor County. He notes party rules for the July 17 primary and plans to present his platform to Taylor County voters. He pledges to work for the county's best interests if elected.
Louis R. Adams announces his candidacy for State Senator in Georgia's 23rd Senatorial District, subject to the Democratic primary. He pledges to vote for the best interests of Taylor County and the state on all issues before the legislature.
A Taylor County candidate for the General Assembly pledges to do all he can for local residents if elected. L. R. Dean signs the statement in a county primary notice under Democratic Executive Committee rules.
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