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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1943
Page
4
Official Taylor County newspaper notes the coal situation may be critical next winter. Readers are urged to prepare by filling coal bins this summer, with emphasis on securing No 18 ration stamps if No 17 has been used. The notice appears in the Butler publication established in 1876.
A reader notes a memorable Sunday for fathers across many sections, with the day felt most joyful at home thanks to loved ones and friends and expresses gratitude for their support.
Cotton thrives while other crops wither under the hot sun and dry June weather. The weatherman’s scant rainfall frustrates Victory Gardeners as their hard work dries in the heat.
Rev E R Lewis of Talbot circuit Methodist church suffers a badly fractured leg and internal injuries after a Saturday automobile crash while performing ministerial duties. He is treated at Montgomery hospital in Butler as friends in Talbot and nearby counties mourn the accident.
Valdosta announces the opening date for Georgia tobacco markets set for July 27 with markets continuing while tobacco remains to be sold. Officials forecast 90 percent curing by opening day and an average price near 40 dollars per hundredweight.
The local Methodist church held a series of sermons this week by Rev. W. W. Whaley of Lumpkin. Attendance at each service was unusually large and many in the congregation across denominations showed strong interest. Whaley has earned new warm friendships across South Georgia Conference.
Hon B T Castellow of Cuthbert, a respected former member of Congress, visited the Herald on Friday. He spoke of his extensive travels and broad knowledge of foreign affairs, praising relations with enemy countries before and during the current war. His discussion proved interesting and enlightening to locals.
The But ter Herald in Taylor county reprints a Madisonian editorial urging state and county taxation of railroad property. Prominent Georgians discuss the issue and argue both corporations and individuals should bear a fair tax burden, with Central railroad noted as Morgan county’s largest taxpayer.
Mayor-Editor Jim Chism of Pelham notes the old fashioned revival endures in many places but many converts drift toward worldly pleasures and amusements, leaving long lasting gospel calls.
Editor Folks Huxford denounces women smokers as unseemly while Olin Miller notes the issue isn t the act itself but the display of confidence some women show when smokers are watching. The exchange reflects social norms and evolving attitudes toward female smoking.
Jim Chism writes of shoes and a day No. 17 is due to expire. Ma Perkins is contradicted and lightning rod fantasies rise as a symbol of American spirit with steel rods and grape vine twists.
Ruth Neal of the Millen News argues fashion has changed for the worse at railway stations focusing on young women's attire. She urges parental guidance to curb exposing outfits and questions whether men’s attitudes drive the distressing conditions.
Story shows Champ Clark seeking Mayhall’s vote after a year of silence at Bowling Green Times. Mayhall recalls the feud, apologizes with a laugh, and pledges support. The anecdote illustrates forgiveness and dropping a grudge for political gain.
The Heralder quotes the Atlanta Journal praising Governor Arnall's administration while criticizing his Valdosta remarks urging tar and feathering of agitators. The piece argues such mob action contradicts law, civil rights, and constitutional government and warns against endorsing lawlessness.
The piece laments ration coupon hysteria and stampedes for No 17 and extra points. It cites mass buying of shoes clothes meat and canned goods during the June 15 deadline. It argues urgency misleads shoppers who forget needs and patriotism amid frenzy.
Axis prisoners of war are employed by farmers across states to ease labor shortages including grading and packing peaches in Middle Georgia. Italian POWs are cited as expert in fruit processing and farm work, preferred over Germans and Japanese, with pay of 80 cents a day under international law.
Roy Bond reflects in Ellaville Sun on contributing to enduring traditions and the role of individuals in shaping life. He cites Fosdick and Alice Cary to urge character, faith, courage, and vision, arguing real worth lies in collective contribution and daily deeds toward a brighter future.
A Georgia speaker urges high school graduates to cultivate broad friendship and genuine interest in all people. The message stresses kindness to strangers, daily acts of courtesy, and the role of faith, advising to invite God into life and pursue righteousness first.
Editor and Mrs Ed A Caldwell of Monroe celebrated their fortieth wedding anniversary on June 10. The couple wish for another forty years filled with good health happiness and devotion to the Lord as they continue their life together with blessings.
Despite hot dry weather labor and material shortages Butler residents and nearby communities have kept homes looking attractive. The author notes this as a positive sign of civic spirit and argues a community is judged by how well its homes are maintained during wartime.
Under a 1938 deed to secure debt E J Mims to M A Lifley the property in Reynolds Georgia will be sold on the first Tuesday in July 1943 at public outcry for cash. Proceeds first pay sale costs then secured debt with interest, remainder to grantor or representative. Lifley as attorney in fact notes power irrevocable by death.
Alfonso McCrary as administrator of Anna McCrary deceased petitions for discharge. Court cites all interested to show cause why he should not receive Letters of Dismission on the first Monday in July. June 7, 1943. J. R. Lunsford, Ordinary.
On the 3rd day of June 1943 L F Roberts figures as administrator for the estate of J W Phillips in Taylor County Georgia per local probate records.
Taylor County Board of Education announces trustee elections in Butler Reynolds Rupert Mauk Crowell Cross Roads Central and Wesley School Districts. Voting follows standard district procedures with qualified voters only. Superintendent W T Austin notes the election date and official order June 1 1945.
On June 21 the fifth Liberty ship built at Brunswick was launched by Jones Construction Co. with a woman welder as sponsor Thelma L Groce of Baxley and her sister Ina White co sponsoring The ship named for Robert Trimble justice in the Adams administration featured yard boiler maker superintendent Charles Collins as sole speaker All workers present included men and women welders A guest Mrs W R Simpson of Kingsland attended with two sons in service abroad
J. R. Jinks files for divorce from Mrs. J. R. Laura Jinks in Taylor Superior Court. Due to non residency, service by publication is ordered. Case to be heard at the October Term 1943 on the first Monday. Judge T. Hicks Fort presiding. Clerk Thelmon Jarrell records.
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