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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1919
Page
1
Government announces two cent postage for letters and one cent for postcards effective July 1 with a thirty day grace during which three cent stamps will be redeemed at full value. After this period, postcards and stamped envelopes revert to the old values, with stamps at three fourths. Advanced rates since November 1, 1917 have been unpopular and the forthcoming lower rate is welcomed public.
Gate City Lodge No 2 in Atlanta will host a June 24 gathering as Rev. Chas e Bass recently returned from France, now acting Georgia Grand Master, speaks after the degree ceremony. Bass is described as a gifted orator and welfare worker famed for mercy in North Georgia, with anti masonic concerns to address.
Tuscaloosa Alabama June 16 Twenty one bodies of victims from the Mary Francis tragedy recovered near Holt on the Warrior river eight miles from Tuscaloosa. Ten to twelve remain missing as rescue work continues with dynamite planned to aid recovery. Most victims were women and children.
The Southeastern Fair Association plans a two day Fourth of July celebration at Lakewood Park in Atlanta. A Victory fireworks program from a Chicago firm will cost more than last year, with two days of horse and motorcycle racing. New attractions include an ostrich farm aeroplane swing bug house and a Ferris wheel plus a large dancing pavilion and a $3 000 orchestra. The park promotes record business and extended moving picture shows and illumination, claiming it is the largest resort in the south.
The cloth trade jumps fourteen cents per yard after the War Control Board released pricing. Merchants with stocked goods profit while farmers and workers face hardship if cotton prices stay low or wages drop.
Sunshine brightens cotton prospects in a county plagued by grass and boll weevil pressure. Rainy weeks hindered progress but light showers reduce losses, with grass cleanup costing 3 to 6 dollars per acre. Weevil appears in Taylor, Dawson and Emanuel counties as experts note steady damage potential. Decatur delays court to keep farmers in fields.
Atlanta June 16 The many friends across Georgia view Hollins N Randolph a well known Atlanta lawyer as a possible candidate for United States senator from Georgia next year Washington dispatch notes the idea origin unknown to Randolph who has never sought office and has helped friends in politics more than himself The suggestion will spark considerable speculation across the state
A large Macon and Taylor county posse searches woods and swamps north of Talbotton for Evans Harp, an escaped convict from Macon county serving five years for burglary. He eluded capture and is now believed to be miles away, with further charges including assaults, robberies, and burglaries across counties.
Talbotton June 16 J Fred Edwards convicted at the March term of Talbotton superior court of killing his wife will be tried again on the indictment Judge W E H Searcy Jr granted a motion for a new trial filed earlier by Edwards attorneys Edwards was in Americus when indicted by the grand jury He was represented by G C Palmer J H McGehee A P Persons and J A Smith with Solicitor General C F McLaughlin H A Hall and A J Perryman prosecuting Edwards was convicted on circumstantial evidence.
Plans for a 15 ton steel bridge across the Flint River near Holmes ferry proceed. Upson and Taylor counties back the project with aims to connect county seats and spur a state highway linking Atlanta to Thomasville. Engineer E L Waters in survey phase, cost estimates and plans forthcoming.
Unnoticed by daybreak, a thief entered the Taylor County Bank through a rear window covered by steel screens. Cashier W I Butt found a hole large enough for a person to pass through but reports money drawers untouched and papers scattered. Dr C F Fickling’s post office building office was also entered with personal effects missing. The incidents appear amateurish petty thefts with two unfamiliar youths suspected but not charged.
The Fort Valley Lead er Tribune reports that despite plans to hire colored laborers, peaches rot on trees due to lack of workers. A large grower near Fort Valley reportedly lost ten cars of peaches last week. Locals note many idle African Americans frequent cafes, unwilling to work or demanding high wages, including those in clerical roles.
An old advertisement touts the Texas Wonder for kidney and bladder issues claiming it treats diabetes irregularities and supports bladder health for men and women. The copy promises mail order delivery for $1.25 and notes a two month supply.
An assembly concluded with remarks and a delightful barbecue dinner provided by Hon A H Riley Col G W Bivins Mr F S Holmes and other prominent citizens of the county. The event highlighted local efforts and community spirit.
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