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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1960
Page
6
A candidate for the Office of Ordinary of Taylor County seeks re election in the Democratic Primary on September 14. He expresses sincere appreciation for past support and pledges to serve the people to the best of his ability if re elected, asking voters for vote and influence.
Representative To the Voters of hate county announces candidacy for Representative of Taylor County in Georgia's General Assembly. Primary set for September 14 1960. He pledges continued support for health and education programs welfare benefits roads farm markets industry and veteran services. He thanks supporters and asks for votes and influence.
Ralph R Underwood of Taylor County, 37, son of Mr and Mrs U S Underwood, announces his campaign for the General Assembly from Taylor County. A World War II veteran and local businessman, he pledges to serve the people and seeks voter support in the upcoming primaries.
John H. Land announces re election bid for the office of Solicitor General in Taylor County. He states five and a half years in office, pledges fair, honest, and efficient service, and vows to continue to the best of his ability if voters grant an endorsement term.
A Taylor County candidate for the Ordinary position in the Democratic Primary on September 14, 1960 pledges to perform duties conscientiously and impartially. The candidate asks voters for support and presents the message as a direct appeal to influence voters who they may not meet in person.
WM H Neisler announces candidacy for Ordinary of Taylor County. He thanks supporters and pledges honest efficient courteous service, subject to Democratic Committee rules, and asks for votes and influence.
The Selective Service System Local Board No 137 announces a new schedule starting immediately with operation on Mondays Tuesdays and the morning of Wednesdays. Registration within 5 days of turning 18 is required and changes of address or status must be reported to the board. Lucille L Reddish Clerk.
Don Bridges of Dawson began farming in high school through Terrell County vocational classes. At 22 he owns 502 acres and rents 600 more, with loans mortgaged but payments current. The feature credits Bridges’ energy, the bank's support, and a rental offer from Dr William Martin.
A survey forecasts wood demand doubling over 40 years with most supply from small South forest owners. Trees take time to mature, so planting now is needed for 15 to 20 years hence. Per capita wood use rises from 73 cubic feet in 1952 to 82 by 2000, as Georgia’s population grows from 180 million in 1960 to 300 million by 2000.
Sealed proposals for 3,730 miles of paving on Reynolds and Butler city streets in Georgia will be received by the Georgia Rural Roads Authority at the State Highway Department in Atlanta. Bids must include a $1000 security with proposal, and work begins within 10 days of contract execution, completed in 80 working days. The notice outlines bid procedures, securities, and rights to reject bids or delay awards.
By virtue of a security deed default in Taylor County Georgia the W R Anglin holder will sell at public outcry before the Courthouse door on the first Tuesday in July 1960 between legal hours two parcels of land in Butler comprising two acres fronting State Highway No 3 and eight acres part of lot 242 in the 13th district, secured by notes dated May 18 1946. The sale proceeds will apply to the secured debt. This June 1 1960. W R Anglin H Thad Crawley Attorney at Law Butler Georgia.
Mrs Marian Story Akin widow of Herman Steven Akin Sr applies for twelve months support. appraisers filed their return. Citations issue to all concerned to show cause at July 4 term why the support should not be granted. Ordinary M Bussey Childs notes. The University of Georgia selects 60 high school French and Spanish teachers for a Summer Language Institute June 13 to July 30 directed by Dr Howard S Jordan.
A 1959 study found over 10 million acres in Georgia needing tree planting. Despite progress, demand outpaces supply and at current rates it will take a decade to complete the work. The speaker asks landowners what land should be planted to trees.
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