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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1924
Page
4
Official paper of Taylor County highlights civic prudence and progress. A Virginia youth faces slow justice, Ford Motor Company ends 1923 with substantial cash, Vidalia’s smallpox miscount blamed on typeset, Coolidge actions eyed by Columbus paper, and Cromwell of the NYSE warns against stock speculation risk.
Bill Biffem favors peaches but notes the Macon Telegraph editorial titled Quality Peaches ignored by readers due to extensive coverage of the Greater Wesleyan campaign.
The article recalls Warren T. McCray, former Indiana governor, convic ted of using the mails to defraud and serving a 10 year federal sentence in Atlanta. It warns young men with a good start in life to use opportunities wisely.
J. P. Shelmut, one of Heard county’s oldest residents, reported $10,800 missing from an iron trunk safe. He kept his money at home instead of a bank, and the theft occurred after the bottom of the trunk was removed. Authorities urge locals with similar sums to bring their money to them for safekeeping or repayment.
A proposed substitute to the dam plan calls for boosting Arlington station power so its weekly broadcast would reach all lands. The announcer would repeat in multiple languages that the United States speaks for peace, a move viewed as fodder for jokes by critics.
A Columbus report notes 19 automobile accidents since January 1, averaging 48 per month. The writer also asks where to swap a newspaper plant equipment including editor’s paste-pot and shears for pliers and a screwdriver.
The Selma Times notes The Baltimore Sun offers a $10000 prize for the best explanation of differences between a Democrat and a Republican. It suggests lineage as a factor with the claim that a Democrat’s father was a Democrat and a Republican’s father was a man. The piece hints other elements but calls them secondary.
The South mourns General Julian Carr a Confederate leader and North Carolina financier who died in Chicago last week He was a prominent cotton mill operator and a commanding figure at Confederate veterans reunions Arrangements to honor him are expected soon as the region pays silent tribute
In a Cordele Dispatch note, Charlie Brown praises turnip greens and green field peas as booming regional crops. He credits vegetarian living and hustling farmers for strong profits as crates head to larger centers, confirming the old adage that effort yields cash.
The Jackson Herald notes 1916 and 1920 outcomes show Democrats can win by a small margin or a sweeping victory. A clear platform aiding agriculture could boost support, especially for farmers suffering financial distress. A trusted nominee would then seal the party’s fall victory.
Hon. John N Holder, Highway Commissioner, reports from a state tour that South Georgia has well prepared lands and cotton planted, with corn up. Middle Georgia growers are encouraged to plant cotton after boll weevil losses, while both regions plan to grow corn velvet beans and other crops to sustain themselves and maximize future cotton production.
After last Wednesday's storm the section saw remarkable wind effects. A cedar tree 18 inches across at the Duke place was uprooted and carried 80 feet, a 20-foot sill from the Duke homestead flew across and buried 6 to 8 feet deep, and two eight-inch apple trees plus a large sill from Neisler’s site fell from the cloud about a mile away. Similar strange effects were observed, defying belief.
The Enquirer Sun discusses banker farmer relations, urging bankers to encourage farmers without overstepping into lending risk. It notes farmers know farming better, bankers hold deposits, and cooperation benefits both sides. The piece cites Walter Peters’ Georgia Banking stance and critiques district high school meet conduct reported by the Washington News Reporter.
Analysts estimate murders in the United States will reach about 15,000 this year, boosting demand for coffins and funeral services as undertakers anticipate higher profits from rising mortality figures.
Remedy ad lists cures for kidney and bladder troubles including gravel and rheumatism. Appeals to buy by mail for $1.25 or from pharmacists. Address for Dr. E W Hall in St. Louis and note of pharmacist sales.
The Talbotton New Era urges peach growers to focus on quality over sheer volume. Thinning out fruit reduces insect damage and harvesting costs, improves markets, and favors higher profits from select fruit rather than mass production of runts.
Nora Lawrence Smith of Ashburn Georgia, managing editor of the Wiregrass Farmer, is selected as Georgia’s third district delegate to the national Democratic convention in New York City. She champions diversified farming, the Turner county plan, and suffrage legacy, with deep ties to agricultural progress and Georgia press circles.
The National Park Service adds a nature study program at Rocky Mountain National Park with Prof. J. M. Johnson guiding lectures and field trips at hotels. Topics cover wild flowers birds trees glacial history and prehistoric Colorado, highlighting park science for visitors.
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