This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1932
Page
4
In Yellowstone elk grow wary during October hunts yet accept hay at feeding grounds in winter. A Cornell zoology professor reports fox stomachs show mice and squirrels as main foods, with chicken feathers and bird remains found in only one fox.
Miss Dean Anthony of Pt Perry visits Mrs F F Killingsworth and Rufus Lumpkin family in Cuthbert. Eysie and Rosetta Lumpkin stay with Imogene and Kathel Callier. Lyn Hill and daughter visit J T Lockhart. Killingsworth and Dean Anthony visit Lillie and Greta Roberts. Walter Stephens Dorsey Stephens and Claude Singleton of Ft Lauderdale vacation with parents and Seele.
A family memorial dated April 21 for Mary Louise Gaultney daughter of M T Gaultney Jr. The verse recalls her bright smiles and the family’s profound sorrow. It notes her passing, the empty crib, and belief in a heavenly rest spoken in sentimental religious verse. Written by her mother.
Mrs Elbert Posey and Mrs Nora Spillers spend Sunday with Jim Hartman. Estelle Spillers visits B H Spillers and Rogers family. Claude Rogers announces birth of a son on June 17. Wainwrights and Rogers family enjoy weekend visits. Henry Hartman visits Mollie Spillers. Mintie Hartman and Iva Pearl Robinson noted among locals. Preaching at the church Saturday and Sunday invites neighbors to attend.
Obituary notice for W. A. Woodall aged 70 who died May 12 1938 at his home in Taylor County. Survived by wife Della, five sisters, three sons Gula Hinton and R W Woodall, two daughters Lizzie Guy and Hilda Dunn, one grand daughter, and one brother J W Woodall. Children mourn his loss and pray for reunion in heaven.
A death caused keen sorrow among relatives and friends occurred at her home on May 12 1982 after a three week illness with pneumonia. She was born October 20 1879 to the late Mr.
A local obituary notes the death of a beloved wife mother and sister. The bereaved family includes husband Asa Spinks and children Thomas, Robert, Ada, and Clifford Whatley. Surviving relatives include sister Mrs Will Whatley of Silverton Texas and five brothers J B J C T B W B and H J Gilbert among others. Funeral services were conducted by a local pastor.
Mrs Susie Willis of Columbus Mr Carrie Layfield of Butler and Mr John Parker of Daviston were guests of Mr and Mrs W D Parker Sunday. Miss Ethel Jarrell spent the week with her grandmother Mrs Mary Smith in Butler. Miss Vivian Stanford of Cusseta also in town.
The column lists numerous weekend visits and guest appearances among local residents including Mr. and Mrs. John Scandrett, Mrs. J. D. Jarrell, and the McCants family. It notes travels to Camp Wilkins, summer school in Athens, and relatives visiting from Florida and Alabama. It also reports the death of rural mail carrier Mr. T. Hogg and the injury to his son Jim Bob Hoge, with condolences extended from neighbors.
Community notes list weekend visits among residents including Mr. McKinley Farmer and Mr. Ed Farmer, Mr. and Mrs. Wadé in Ideal, and Phillips families with relatives in Columbus. Announcements include illness of T. C. Harry’s son, church services Saturday at 1 pm and Sunday at 11 am with 10 am Sunday school and 8 pm B P U. Public invited to attend all services.
Miss Ruth Turner and Miss Ai Peacock, students at the Ametic Normal College, have been quite ill for the past week. Turner collapsed in the dining hall Tuesday and was unconscious for some time. She remained bedridden but hoped to attend classes this week. Peacock fell ill Monday and was sent home Thursday, with her condition much improved.
The text notes Pody was laid to rest in the Shiloh cemetery to await the resurrection and reunion in eternal praises of a risen redeemer. One Who Loved Her.
Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Allen and their children from Butler were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Heath. Mrs. Olin Johnston of Rockingham Ga. is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Amos, for several weeks. Miss Vivian Adams and Master William Adams of Thomaston spent last week with their aunt, Mrs. J. H. Adams.
The meeting, led by Mr W A Lundy County Agent and Miss Anderson H D A, featured a short program enjoyed by all. Attendance was high across ages. Guests included Mr Lewis Spinks of Opelika and Miss Mary Kendon of Columbus visiting Mr and Mrs WA Spinks.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.