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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1947
Page
4
The Butler Herald notes May 8 as Mother's Day with the salute that honor is due her daily. The paper urges prudent driving after praising a new Peace rose and comments on desk posture as a social observation. It lists Chas Benns Jr as managing editor and E Cox as publisher and business manager.
U. S. Senator Richard B. Russell argues it would be unfortunate to hold two Democratic primaries in Georgia urging a single primary to decide the party’s nominee and then unify behind the winner in the general election. The piece also notes a debate over 1946 Post Office losses and possible rate hikes that would raise costs for newspapers and magazines.
The Peace patent rose that won blue ribbons at international shows last year is flourishing in Butler gardens. Introduced after the last world war the bud shows a yellow heart with pink-tinted outer petals, with colors ripening to blended shades as it ages, creating an almost unbelievable display of beauty.
The Georgia Education Association in its Savannah session last week proposed a Teachers Bill of Rights. It calls for a minimum salary of 2400 dollars annually for adequately trained teachers, equal pay for equal responsibility, freedom from board whims, sick leave, personal privacy, and retirement pay. It also supports reasonable community participation limits and housing needs.
Washington correspondent Gladstone Williams argues the Democratic Party is not dead after the November setback. He notes rising sentiment and a growing number of observers believe Democrats would win the White House and regain Congress if a presidential election were held this year.
In his Bainbridge Post-Searchlight column Marvin Griffin notes a parson’s remark about a chat between two women. One clarifies that they are acquaintances, not close friends, illustrating that wisdom can come from simple tales.
A Christian Science Monitor note cites Jeff Davis the King of the Hoboes who says 50,000 children run away yearly and that supervised trips to Washington and Niagara Falls could curb wanderlust. It praises Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts for promoting wholesome minds and bodies while suggesting funding ideas.
A witty paragraph asserts that worry is pointless when outcomes are certain. It plays with success health and eternity, concluding that if fate is good there is nothing to fear and if not there are only two possible paths to consider.
Thomasville schedules its annual rose show drawing thousands, promising a polished display and ample entertainment for visitors as the city continues its tradition of hospitality.
A speaker notes that genius meets obstacles with resolve while mediocrity falters. Adversity reveals true character, and only courage keeps a person fighting when all seems against them. Those who face hardship with a steadfast look and work ethic learn a key life lesson.
A writer asserts that true fortune lies in inner aims cultivated through education. Education should foster temperance honesty gentleness and reciprocity to reform wrongdoers and expand talents. As higher aims take root in the heart of citizens communities and nations improve in relations and character.
Mrs. La Bertie Rushin of Glennville Georgia presents a column urging tolerance and perspective. The piece argues misunderstanding fuels disputes and calls for placing oneself in another’s position before judging. It applies to homes schools churches and nations and emphasizes courtesy toward others opinions.
A sentimental note from Mrs. Thelma Dunlap Cripe speaks of missing someone who has gone away. She wishes for a reunion, expresses sorrow and hope for happiness, and vows to wait and pray through silent years. The piece centers on enduring love and faithful remembrance.
The author argues Mr Henry Wallace deserves understanding over criticism. Wallace is described as deeply religious, believing in one God and world unity. He warns against geopolitical machinations by America, England, and Russia and advocates UN cooperation and economic solutions. He has spoken in America and now travels to Europe.
Doris W Purvis administratrix requests discharge from administration of Mary B Weeks estate in Taylor County Georgia. Court cites all interested parties to show cause why she should not receive Letters of Dismissal on the first Monday in May 1947. April 7 1947. J R Lunsford Ordinary.
The administratrix of the F. M. Weeks estate states she fully administers the estate and provides reason for May 1947 proceedings.
John R. Jinks files for divorce from Laura Jones Jinks of Taylor County. Laura Jinks not a resident of Taylor County but resides in the state. An order for service by publication directs her to appear at the next court term beginning July 1 1947 to answer. Judge T Hicks Fort presides April 19 1947. Thelmon Jarrell, Clerk.
Anna Mae Lockhart files for divorce from Otis Lockhart not residing in state. Service by publication ordered. Otis Lockhart must appear at the next court term on the first Monday in July 1947. Thelmon Jarrell Clerk W E Steed attorney for plaintiff.
Olin Miller asks why the man caught entering a house through a chimney did not plead that he was training to be a New Dealer.
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