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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1933
Page
4
An unsigned editorial criticizes misstatements about American driving rates and comments on social issues. It laments political excuses, praises productive work, mocks a lazy loafer, and supports spending by the rich to circulate money for the benefit of the little man. It notes Georgia politics and mentions Marie Gene and the dissolution of United States Daily.
The speaker urges no leniency for criminals, arguing that humane pity breeds more crime. He states that if the law must cut a century from a sentence to reform, decadence remains, and vows not to be decent regardless of mercy.
The Dalton Citizen editor criticizes farm relief past and present, saying morals religion prohibition or prosperity cannot be legislated. The Milledgeville Union Recorder, oldest business in Milledgeville, announces its role to support local business and encourage others in the city.
The Bainbridge Post Searchlight notes Stella Akin is named as an assistant attorney of the United States and contrasts her with sister Willebrandt, praising Akin as capable and not a publicity hound despite the boastful remark about public image.
Soviet authorities prosecute six Englishmen for meddling in Russian governance while publicly urging the German proletariat to overthrow their own government. The juxtaposition highlights wartime manipulation and crosschannel political theater.
Georgia and Florida melon growers appeal to the administration for reduced freight rates on watermelons. They report new charges up to 50 dollars per car load. Meanwhile, officials express concern over Japanese bombing of U S missions property in North China and await a satisfactory diplomatic reply.
The Swainsboro Forest-Blade notes Metter Advertiser editor Creech has only been in the business a few weeks and asks if he can still say the same in three months. It reflects on early tenure and public confidence in a new newsroom.
Amelia Earhart accused the D A R in session at Washington of agitating for armaments while failing to push for women to bear arms in war. The convention shifted focus to other topics as Earhart spoke.
Judge W M Harper dismissed the Stewart county grand jury from the April term with the option to recall it during any emergencies requiring its deliberations. The panel remains in recess until such need arises.
A clipped April note from the Editor's Forum praises Charlie White as one of the best editors in the state while the Butler Herald editor denies being a politician. The remark says he has ears to the ground and cannot be fooled about certain matters.
The Augusta Bulletin notes ministers and newspapers denounce the recent legislative session, remarking that there were no Catholics in the body and thus the Pope cannot be held responsible for its shortcomings.
County officials pledge to lower taxes this year and cut the county debt by year end while ensuring all bills are paid. Citizens are urged to back these self sacrificing officials and support their efforts to achieve fiscal restraint.
Judge Seaborn Wright, a prohibitionist, argues that after the dispensary replaced the saloon in Rome the county gained $40,000 in whiskey sales in one year, but spent $320,000 with northern brewers during the period. He notes taxpayers bore the loss despite the tax revenue.
The Thomasville Press reports eight well dressed white men were taken from the county jail to face felony charges in superior court. They were joined by a roughly equal number of degrees. The piece notes rising troubling conditions and cites fireside instruction turning destructive as the era shifts.
An editor explains he was asked to mention social functions to placate those who fear party criticism in hard times. He argues such events stimulate money circulation and boost morale, noting lack of circulation harms the economy.
A state reform program notes 1055 youths admitted over two years with none affiliated to Boy Scouts. The piece defends scouting as a positive influence and cites legislators like Pat Griffin defending lawmakers. It also discusses banking reform, tax on checks, and a proposed Taylor forest camp bringing 200 federal workers and local economic impact.
The Milford News quotes the South Norwalk Sentinel on Louis T. Stone of Winsted a famed Munchausen style nature writer who refused city jobs choosing small town life He argues urban drift robs life of its kick and that small town living offers leisure friendship and simpler pleasures over metropolitan fame
Milton Fleetwood urges readers to endure tough times and stay hopeful as records show improvement. He notes crime coverage is not the cause of crime and argues publicity helps deter wrongdoing rather than encourage it, warning against suppressing crime reporting.
The piece argues that strict parental discipline in youth is essential for future success. It asserts that without stern guidance a person will be handicapped later, compares discipline to learning the alphabet and multiplication, and warns that life demands its pound of flesh from those who avoid it.
Frank T. Reynolds recalls meeting Franklin D. Roosevelt during Roosevelts New York governorship and a Warm Springs visit. He details a 1928 Atlanta bid to host Democratic executive headquarters at the Piedmont hotel, lobbied by Louis Dinkler and backed by Roosevelt, with impressions of Roosevelts demeanor, vision, and the hospitality shown. He notes subsequent party leadership assignments and regional political shifts.
The remark notes that while many empathize with a friend's suffering, true refinement shows in cheering a friend's success, a trait that strengthens as people mature. It reflects on evolving sympathy and the value of supporting others' achievements.
In Cuthbert Georgia Andrew P Rives reflects on small acts and steadfast devotion shaping a life. He recounts a road dispatch that earned trust, a father’s devout home rule, and how humble deeds drew patrons, friends, and salvation. He contrasts Calvinist Muse with Armenian father and notes how community kindness helped raise children and change lives.
A poem urging citizens to support and improve their town. It calls for a hammer, saw, bugler, and band to keep the town vibrant and progressing. Emphasizes constructive work, pride, and timely public notices to prevent decline.
A town suffers when a local clique stalls initiatives. They fear outsiders and refuse to take action themselves or allow others to. This dog in the manger attitude halts advancement and paralyzes development.
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