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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1925
Page
4
The piece notes strong peach marketing activity and a planned fall farm exhibit. It cites the Georgia Legislature as a sign of a potential summer session, mentions Harry Thaw facing press scrutiny, and highlights improved school enrollment and consolidation in Taylor County as the new term approaches in September.
An observer recalls a city corner where over a million dollars worth of autos passed in 15 minutes. In a nearby moment a girl rode past in a car the speaker valued at three million dollars, a remark framed as humorous exaggeration.
A Georgia man shot and killed his wife in his sleep when a revolver placed under his pillow accidentally fired. The Times Union comments that a weapon under a pillow has no protection and notes burglars target asleep rooms. It laments Georgians chasing Florida real estate speculation and warns of a looming gambling-driven crash.
In a Madison Madisonian excerpt reprinted from The Columbus Enquirer-Sun, Editor Tucker voices weariness with sham politics and prejudice. He criticizes Georgia’s leadership, urges recognizing state flaws, and calls for removing rotten officials, Ku Klux influence, and bootleggers to improve Georgia’s image and governance.
The Herald invites Third District editors to the second quarterly District Press Association meeting in Butler. Miss Emily Woodward of the Vienna News presides, with Isidor Gelders of Fitzgerald Leader handling notices. C. E. Brown chairs the program, planning discussions on newspaper making and agricultural development. Sessions run 10 am to 4 pm with lunch at West Hotel, open to the public.
The Madisonian attacks Japanese residents in Taylor County and criticizes political figures Jones and Bloodworth. It urges ending boasts of empire and civilization, condemns rotten politicians Ku Klux and bootleggers, and calls for a future purge of what it terms a powerful trio in Georgia.
Instructions for securing peach baskets with covers. Recommends a 19 inch pad under cover to prevent rim cutting, four-point fastening, and proper load height to avoid bruising. Notes on hooks versus other fasteners and packing limits for safe transport.
An Atlanta Georgian column critiques chronic fault finding in Georgia politics and society. It argues much criticism arises from within and advocates constructive praise and encouragement over hostile, superficial blame. It warns against cynicism and promotes humane, helpful reform.
The National Rifle Association warns that after smokeless powder residue causes pitting, the barrel cannot be repaired. Rifles and pistols should be cleaned promptly, swabbed with warm water, thoroughly dried, and then coated with heavy grease to prevent rust.
A Cartersville woman who married and divorced Mr Newhouse has again married Meadows, suggesting she realized she had wandered far afield in her prior union. The Savannah Press reporter Bill Biffem notes the latest nuptials reflect attempts to settle in Georgia society.
A Bainbridge Post Searchlight reader quote laments high powered Cadillacs and says the country is upset because farmers buy too many Fords. The remark taps into rural prosperity worries and auto culture in postwar times, illustrating regional tensions reflected in letters to the editor.
The text claims Georgia residents form the largest out-of-state group in Florida, with many temporarily aiding development and planning to return to Georgia once funds end, choosing to stay in the South’s best state.
Public sentiment opposes new counties in Georgia but plans advance to form a new county. The proposal would carve territory from Laurens Wilkinson Bleckley and Twiggs counties with the county site at Danville Albany Herald.
A historic reflection suggests that if every poor boy reads the Holy Bible daily, studies Shakespeare and a daily paper, and uses Webster's dictionary to study human nature, he will fare well in life. It asserts such a person could compete with many college graduates, echoing a line from a Mac in Telegraph piece attributed to B Stephens.
The Walton Tribune argues against Japanese immigration to Georgia, stating that Japanese are the least desirable as citizens and that Georgia should not inherit any of them. The piece contrasts Japanese with Chinese, deeming both groups problematic and unnecessary for settlement.
The Walton News reports that if 75 percent of automobile owners observe a Ride Less Week, savings could fund better schools and paid teachers. It argues reduced gasoline use cuts costs supporting education, religion, and daily living.
A Cordele Dispatch note predicts the summer sessions of the Gear Legislature, the last to be held in two years. It questions whether another session will be needed soon as some lawmakers doubt biennial sessions while others hope the current session yields sufficient results to avoid another.
Donaldsonville News argues Georgia must advertise its resources and opportunities to its own residents and neighboring regions. It claims many Georgians are unaware of local advantages due to external publicity drawing people elsewhere. The piece urges a proactive effort to showcase Georgia to spur growth.
The Jackson Progress Argus notes that the Florida fever will fade with time and warns that gold rushes do not guarantee wealth. It argues that growth and expansion are coming to the South, including Florida, with Georgia building a firm base for long term prosperity.
The Bainbridge Post-Searchlight says exemptions should favor small farmers over industries. It proposes a ten year tax break for one and two horse farms, excluding owners of farms over 75 acres, claiming this would spur real prosperity and encourage land to be divided for smallholders.
A tribute to Robert M. LaFollette highlighting his leadership in Wisconsin and the U S Senate. It credits him with breaking machine politics, pushing liberal reforms, and shaping labor laws and rail regulation while clashing with both parties. The piece notes his fierce battles, filibusters, and enduring influence, despite opposition and political isolation.
A Senate friendship linked Bolas Penrose and LaFollette, a notable anomaly in politics. LaFollette, a radical pacifist, opposed war while others pressed for it and obstructed many measures, both good and bad, in his reform efforts.
Macon dispatch reports H. M Cottrell will assume the post of executive secretary for Greater Georgia Inc on July 1. He will engage business leaders and bankers statewide to promote a major development program aimed at reviving Georgia agriculture. Cottrell, formerly in Arkansas with the Union Trust Co, previously worked as an agricultural agent.
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