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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1913
Page
2
The Butler Herald notes a breezy collage of quips and curiosities from culture and science. It pokes at opera profits and tea cup mishaps, jokes about divorce in New York, and lampoons progress in fashion, aviation, crime, and politics with a light, sardonic tone.
President Wilson sent to the senate the cabinet line up featuring Bryan as Secretary of State, McAdoo Treasury, Garrison War, McReynolds Attorney General, Burleson Postmaster General, Daniels Navy, Lane Interior, Houston Agriculture, Redfield Commerce, and Wilson Labor. Biographies note Bryan’s long public life, McAdoo’s tunnel work, Garrison’s New Jersey ties, McReynolds’ trust busting, Burleson Texas roots, Daniels’ journalism, Lane’s interstate work, Houston’s agricultural leadership, Redfield’s New York politics, and Wilson’s labor officer.
The story recalls a Mahratta prince’s standard bearing elephant in fierce combat. When its mahout died, the elephant stood unmoved, awaiting the dead man’s voice. After days, the prince’s child to whom the authority had briefly devolved led the elephant away, its harness clanging behind the boy.
A garbled dialogue snippet features a self made man, a wife’s disapproval, and a military parade quip. It includes lines about envy and labor, a burglar, and a joke about a busy telephone line. The fragmented text resembles humorous chatter from a late era column.
A collage of quotable lines from a newspaper page features mock courtroom talk about Trumpeter Jones, a skeptical jab at a shoe horn performance, and playful banter on color harmony at social tea. It includes quips about a sister of charity and a joke about a husband never missing a train for an occasion in New York.
Former President William Howard Taft ends his public service with a smile and waves as he departs Washington for three weeks in Augusta Georgia where he will rest and play. He plans to return March 27 to New Haven to become a law professor at Yale. He leaves with gratitude for the opportunity to serve.
Washington reports about 400 known casualties from inauguration day and night most minor with burns from fireworks sending many to downtown hospitals without ambulances. Confederate Flag Designer Dead In Henderson Captain Orren Randolph Smith, 82, designer of the Confederate flag, died at his daughter Miss Jessica Smith's home in Henderson North Carolina after a long record of health.
Diamonds valued at about 2000 dollars belonging to Mrs. R. E. Smith and stolen from Mayor Smith’s home were found hidden in a crack in the cell of suspect Bob Barrett in the Huntsville city jail. Barrett had refused to reveal the jewels’ location.
Aerial fireworks and sweeping searchlights outlined the Capitol dome and historic buildings, transforming Washington into a scene of beauty and brilliance during the closing inauguration festivities. Never before has such a bright and massive illumination been attempted, adding a dazzling finale to the ceremonies.
A speaker defends not seeking public office while praising Woodrow for his wise efforts aiding a cause. He claims sincere patriotic motive and says he would not press any claim or seek favors. The dialogue ends with a physician’s remark about a newborn and a joking note on vocal lessons.
Johnny asks his father about a remark by Mrs Billings and is advised to hide the truth from his mother. The tale opens with a quip about love at first sight turning into lasting happiness, noting the couple’s enduring affection rather than conflict.
The investigating committee questions a witness about a $17000 voucher tied to funds. The witness admits ignorance of the funds' destination and claims honesty, stating he kept his eyes closed while the money was disposed of.
A judge says ignorance of the law is no excuse for crime. The prosecutor asks if the remark targets the defendant or his counsel, prompting a pointed courtroom exchange. The exchange underscores a legal argument over the judge's comment and its applicability to the case.
A young man asks why Miss Ashley cannot marry anyone but Harry Hinkley. The widow explains that Ashley’s parents strongly oppose any involvement with him, shaping the likely outcome of her romantic future.
A reader notes the Sniggleys have a daughter and observes it is curious they have not named her Dorothy, highlighting a quirky omission in the family tale.
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