Local Paper in Butler Georgia Reports Editorial Jokes and Military News
Official organ Taylor County publication notes weekly circulation and dates back to 1879. A string of observations on manners and prices contrasts with a military update: Lt. Gen. Hodges and Lt. Gen. Patton Jr. promoted to four stars by the U. S. Senate on April 25 under President Truman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Courtney H. Hodges
U. S. First Army
S. Patton Jr
U. S. Third Army
U. S. Senate
Truman
Michigan Congressman Pushes Iwo Jima Stamp Image
Representative Roy O. Woodruff urges issuance of a three cent stamp featuring the Iwo Jima flag raising photographed by Joe Rosenthal of the Associated Press. He says the image ranks with Bunker Hill Valley Forge and Gettysburg as iconic wartime scenes.
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Iwo Jima
Doe Rosenthal
Associated Press
Roy O. Woodruff
Michigan
Post Office
Woodruff
Bunker Hill
Valley Forge
Gettysburg
Truman Veto Supports Farm Workers Policy Stance
The article argues manpower shortages hit farmers hardest and food scarcity remains urgent. It says President Truman’s veto of a bill to make farm work mandatory is both correct and politically bold.
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America
Truman
Department of Farm Workers
Next Sunday is Mother's Day in the era of sentiment
The note reflects on Mother's Day as both sentimentalized and commercialized. It urges readers with a mother to visit or, if far away, to call and express love, stating that is all a mother wants to hear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topsy
Hell
Wind Storm Wrecks Taylor County Heath Area Homes
The two week old wind storm devastated the Heath J A and C C section of Taylor County. Homes barns and buildings were wrecked with vast trees uprooted. Miraculously no lives were lost though several residents suffered heavy losses and some may need aid from friends to restore homes. The event highlights lack of tornado insurance among storm sufferers.
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J. A
C. C
Taylor County
United We Won the Victory in Europe
The Atlanta Constitution recalls that victory in Europe was a joint effort of Allies including the United States Britain Russia and others. It highlights Italy as a hard fought campaign ending in unconditional surrender and notes the diverse Allied forces and the shared glory of victory.
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Europe
Russia
Berlin
Britain
United States
United Front
Italy
Mark W. Clark
Justice to Postal Employes Bill Reported by House
The Macon Telegraph notes the bill to reclassify postal employes after a long delay. It urges swift enactment to make temporary raises permanent, praising postal workers for loyal service amid rising living costs. It contrasts broader wage struggles with government workers forbidden to strike.
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House
Congress
Macon Telegraph
OPA Sets Watermelon Price Ceilings for Georgia and Florida
The OPA approves a 45 per ton ceiling for Georgia and Florida watermelons through June and informs Georgia congressmen and aides that a 10 per ton price cut will take effect after July 1.
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OPA
Georgia
Florida
Sen. Pepper
D-Fla
Hannegan Seen as Foregone Choice for Postmaster General
The source portrays Mr. Hannegan as a Missourian ally of President Truman and a trusted loyalist. It lauds his energy and honesty from roles including party chairman and former internal revenue commissioner, arguing his nomination to a cabinet post is wise and that he should be the administration’s No. 1 watchdog.
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Hannegan
Truman
Internal Revenue
Butler Native Known as Bishop of Heard in County Church Work
Rev. J. C. Adams served Franklin charge for 15 years and led Heard County church improvements. A county layman funded a program to renovate twenty seven churches, spending around thirty thousand dollars. Adams earned wide respect for assisting white and colored congregations and aiding hospital and emergency needs.
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Butler
Clyde Adams
J. T. Adams
W. M. Twiggs
Wesleyan Christian Advocate
J. C. Adams
Franklin Charge
State
Southland
Southern Agricultural Association
New Orleans
la Grange Rotary Club
Good Baptist
Heard County
Bro. Adams
Franklin Bank
Heard County Church Improvement Club
Atlanta
Heard
Germany’s Image Fades Over War Crimes Revelations
Observers note that German prestige has collapsed in the last quarter century and especially in recent months as Allied and Russian forces uncover Nazi prison and internment camps. Released prisoners reveal grim conditions endured by those still alive.
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Germany
After Nazi Rule Germany Reads for Allied Guidance
The passage notes a lack of German leaders capable of rebuilding postwar Germany and a strong public appeal for Allied guidance. It reflects on 12 years of Nazi rule, likening Hitler to a Greek tyrant whose policy brought weakness, leaving the Allies with the burden to solve Germany’s problems.
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Hitler
Germany
Watchful Interest in Georgia Peach Crop Across Nation
Citizens monitor Georgia peach crops with nationwide attention as hail damage is reported in several localities. A bountiful yield could boost canning supply, aiding conservation for winter use along with vegetables.
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Georgia
The Atlanta Journal Launches Air Express News Route
The Atlanta Journal announces an inaugural air express network to deliver today’s news to readers beyond truck routes. Delta Air Lines operates the first route serving Augusta and Savannah, with plans to expand to other southeastern cities after the war.
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Atlanta Journal
The
Air Express
Journal
Dixie
Dew
Atlanta
Augusta
Savannah
Delta Air Lines
Georgia Weeklies Lose Cruel Expressions
The passage notes Georgia weekly papers once valued for crude expressions are nearly extinct, suggesting readers are becoming more enlightened. It frames the shift as evidence of changing public taste and cultural standards.
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Georgia
Nazis May Flee to Japan by U-Boat, Claims Report
A wartime report suggests Adolf Hitler and key Nazi leaders including Joseph Goebbels Hermann Goering and Martin Bormann may be escaping to Japan by submarine. The text notes their bodies have not been found and Americans seek confirmation of their fate.
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Hitler
Paul Joseph Goebbels
Goebbels
Himmler
Reichsmarshal
Hermann Goering
Martin Borman
Japan
Dixon divorce case cited for July 2 1945 in Taylor County
Thelibel for total divorce in Taylor Superior Court against Dorothy Dixon requires her to appear July 2 1945. The citation is issued by Clerk Thelmon Jarrell under Judge T Hicks Fort.
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Georgia
Taylor County
Cedelius Dixon
Dorothy Dixon
Taylor Superior Court
Said
T. Hicks Fort
Thelmon Jarrell
Notice to Debtors and Creditors in Georgia
Georgia Taylor County is notified that all creditors of the estate of Mrs. R. E. Watkins, deceased, must render demands to the executor, Chas. C. Stone, and all debtors must pay promptly. Dated April 4, 1945.
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Georgia
Taylor County
R.E. Watkins
Chas. C. Stone
Notice of Estate Administration for J. R. Gray
J R Gray deceased in the county. Jewel B Gray named administratrix to administer the estate. Public notice directed to creditors and interested parties to present claims according to law.
Georgia Walker Estate Admin Appointment Notice
Jessie Turner named as administrator of the estate of Georgia Walker, deceased. Post Office Address Reynolds, Georgia.
Notice to heirs of J. G. Joiner deceased
J. G. Joiner late of said county is deceased and heirs are notified to make immediate payment to me. This the 7th day of April, 1945. Mrs. Carrie Joiner, J. G. Joiner deceased.
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Georgia
Taylor County
J. G. Joiner
Carrie Joiner
Good Advice From Camp Bowie Chaplain
A wartime letter from a Camp Bowie chaplain in Texas offers mock sermon guidance for soldiers. It lampoons abrupt authority figures and urges caution with sergeants, cooks, supply and mess staff, and the dreaded Old Man, delivering cautionary tales in humorous biblical style.
Weather Hazards Delay 1945 Spring Planting
Heavy rains and storms in the 1945 spring season hinder farming and gardening. Replanting was often necessary, with weather becoming a major obstacle for farmers and gardeners alike.
Stone Rolled Away and the Immortal Life Within
A Christian Science meditation on overcoming material fear through divine Love. It asserts Jesus proved immortality, urges embracing God as omnipresent and omnipotent, and suggests the stone is rolled away when Life is understood as spiritual. Mary Baker Eddy is cited with a poem about Love as refuge.
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Christ Jesus
God
Jesus
Mary Baker Eddy
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Jewel B. Gray
Georgia Walker
Jessie Turner
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