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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1930
Page
5
A fragment from a reading compilation discusses Perseus and mythic figures with partial phrases about heroes, waters, and legendary stories. Names such as Glaucus appear amid garbled text, suggesting a collage of classical references and unreadable OCR lines.
Perseus sails from Tyre with Andromeda and Andro. back in Argos he reveals his identity. He defeats Polydectes, grants Dictys the throne, and sails west with his bride. Acrisius dies by a thrown quoit and Perseus mourns his grandfather before receiving purification and reunion with Andromeda in the heavens.
The Central of Georgia and railroads in town urge civic improvements and public cooperation. They note taxes fund school and public needs, promote regional resources, and employ specialists to foster agricultural and industrial growth. Improved service continues, while safety and proper handling of shipments are emphasized.
John Tuthill reports rats resisted mixed poisons such as meat and cheese before RAT-SNAP solved the problem within ten days. The ad notes RAT-SNAP can be placed where rats scamper without mixing with food and promises visible results. Sold for 65 cents and 1.25 dollars by Butler Drug Co. and H J Porter’s Drug Store in Butler Georgia.
Atlanta April 26 A longtime Georgia tax column explains the state income tax law as of 1929. It clarifies exemptions for a married couple and for dependents, noting the tax is computed for one fourth of the year and that returns are due by March 15 for the preceding year. The piece outlines personal exemptions of 1500 for singles, 3500 for married couples, and 400 per dependent under 18 or unable to self support, with provisions for heads of families and separate returns. It includes a sample calculation showing a taxpayer with a 3600 income, wife, and two children would likely owe no Georgia tax for that year.
An early 20th century piece extols electric cooking replacing wood fires. It notes Georgia households adopting electric ranges, with Georgia Power planning to install 60 ranges daily for seven weeks. Butler and Reynolds are highlighted as early adopters in embracing this modern kitchen servant.
Since moving near the river two years ago we used RAT SNAP. A vicious water rat nibbled outside the house, then fled to the water to cool his burning stomach but died before reaching it. Three sizes priced 5c, 65n, and $125 sold and guaranteed by Butler Drug Co. Butler Ga and H J Por nier's Drug Store Butler Ga.
A poetic fragment laments sighing and unfulfilled ambitions. It contrasts Nature's remote beauty with a solitary, unseen charm, suggesting that absence of perception makes beauty seem less, while inviting reflection on dreamt greatness versus realized limits.
A fragmented reflection notes that a boomerang returns to the flinger, exposing how moral codes yield not what one desires but what one tolerates. The piece contrasts intent with outcome and warns against negligent acceptance of ethics.
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