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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1923
Page
4
A jumble of local commentary quotes on politics and farming. Mentions Governor-Elect Clifford Walker and inauguration, Hardwick administration, prohibition stance, and co operative marketing as rural economic strategy. Washington items cite Alex Stephens for U.S. Senate and boll weevil control by airplane experiments.
Hon. Jones Perryman, representative from that county, was a welcome visitor at the Patriot office in Bienn Vist on Wednesday. He is a candidate for Solicitor General of the Chattahoochee circuit with many Marion friends actively supporting him.
The text argues the South will support any presidential nominee from the regional party, even if that candidate is a bootlegger or bank robber. It notes the South holds about a third of the votes and forms an alliance with Western states, making any candidate the South dislikes unlikely to be nominated.
Commerce notes that local chicks suffer appendicitis and a physician, Prof. Veatch, operated on one chick last week. The piece urges Rush Burton to use medical and surgical skills to save every Lavonia chicken until July 1621, when federal slaughter is recommended.
A reflective line notes that many men believe they would be better off doing anything other than their assigned duties, highlighting a general restlessness with daily labor and purpose. The remark suggests widespread contemplation about work, fulfillment, and identity.
The Washington News-Reporter supports the Peanut Association and Georgia growers in praising ads as proof of local prosperity. It credits the association for stimulating peanut farming zeal and urges recognition of its efforts to boost agriculture and optimism.
The Buena Vista council approved a $25,000 bond issue to fund a large up to date school building. The decision is seen as a major step for Buena Vista and neighboring Marion County as plans proceed to attract hundreds of white farmers to the area.
The Madison Masisonian notes queries about the whereabouts of Hon Thomas W Layless, a vigorous editor, now said to be in the hotel trade at Warm Springs. The piece wishes his wealth rise for a future newspaper return in Georgia.
Bishop James Cannon Jr of the Methodist Episcopal Church South chairs a July conference at Lake Junaluska on July 18 to discuss race migration Christian work ethics Sabbath observance prohibition law enforcement and race relations. The session aims to shape temperance and social service commissions with broad public policy implications.
Under signatures of J. F. Shannon and Paul T. Harber the Commerce News and Commerce Observer announce a trade to consolidate operations. From June 21 The Commerce News will handle subscriptions and Observer advertising contracts and complete unfinished Observer job printing. The Observer’s goodwill and patronage move to The Commerce News.
A proposed measure similar to a Georgia bill will take effect July 1 in North Carolina requiring automobiles to stop before railroad crossings. The rule applies to electric tracks in cities and to crossings with gates or watchmen, with a stop distance not exceeding fifty feet from the rail. The writer criticizes the need for such laws, arguing common sense should prevent danger.
The document lauds George T Betts for reforming Georgia agriculture and marketing, crediting him with the Turner county plan and urging the Georgia association to continue his work. It proposes renaming the state body to The Betts Association of Georgia in his honor and calls for ongoing support.
The nationwide August training camps offer three courses for ages 17 to 24 in mili hygiene athletics and citizenship with free transportation uniforms food and equipment. Training covers infantry cavalry field artillery coast artillery and signals with no obligation. Officers from the 8th United States Infantry, recently returned from the Rhine, will attend camps at Camp McClellan Alabama Fort Barrancas Florida Fort Bragg North Carolina. For details contact C. Pes Haars 4th Corps Area Atlanta.
A dramatic oration by Spartacus appeals to Capuan gladiators to embrace courage and revolt. He recalls Spartan lineage, Roman betrayal, and the clash of oppressor and oppressed, urging them to strike for freedom and defend their homeland.
A plea urges leniency toward debtors facing misfortune and urges creditors to consider conditions before pursuing collection. It argues compassion over harsh measures can prevent ruin, bankruptcy, and further hardship for families and individuals in economic hardship.
The poem celebrates simple探索 adventure in everyday sights and family companionship. It contrasts lofty quests with gentle discoveries like nests, clouds, and daisies. The Wrightsville & Tennille Railroad is praised for aiding agriculture by supporting boll weevil combat and farmer welfare along its line.
Greensboro Herald Journal and News Reporter pieces call on women to register and vote, urging them to prepare for ballots. Editors suggest women will outpace men in voting strength, urging faith in women as voters and readiness for emergencies.
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