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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1916
Page
6
An early 20th century notice from the FTO and Nolds Telephone Companies informs patrons that overdue service times are increasing due to higher demand. The letter urges patience as lines may be busy and promises continued efforts to improve lines and access for essential business.
A traditional emblem, the pointed red five star, is linked to temperance and health. Berain's Tablets bear the star as a symbol of relief from digestion issues, biliousness, and constipation. Obtainable everywhere.
I S H Rowe administrator of Sallie Rowe's estate will sell the real estate on the first Tuesday in June 1916 at public outcry before the courthouse door in Taylor County Ga The sale is ordered by the Court of Ordinary of Taylor County to pay the legal distribution due to heirs and the estate Located at 101 1-4 Parkinson tract in Taylor County Georgia with details read from the court order of February 1916 term The sale occurs within legal hours with proceeds to heirs as per Will or law
ATERAS WONDER claims to dissolve gravel and irregularities of the bladder for both men and women. If not sold locally, will be mailed on receipt of $1. Six small bottles cover two months and often cure. Send for testimonials. Dr. Hall at 2925 Olive Street, St. Louis. Mo. Sold by druggists.
A historical note describes the competitive singing of caged chaf finches and their eagerness to compete until exhaustion. It mentions the risk of death in intense bouts, notes birds’ imitation gifts, and compares to parrots, piping crows, ravens, and trained bullfinches. It also observes the house sparrow’s transformation into a songster when raised with piping bull finches.
The piece traces diving bell use from Aristotle circa 325 B C to 16th century Europe and 1662 Scotland wreck search. Halley’s 1716 improvements enabled stepping onto the sea bottom, and Tosselli’s talpa marina of 1871 carried torpedo work in Naples Bay.
The article reports that Tom Watson’s Jeffersonian cannot gain political advantage from the Mary Phagan settlement with her mother. Mrs Coleman signed a receipt admitting Jim Conley as the killer but denying Leo Frank’s involvement. The National Pencil Company settled, arguing the company liable if either killer acted.
The advertisement promotes Sloan's Liniment as quick relief for rheumatic pain by stimulating circulation. A testimonial from James S. Ferguson of Philadelphia claims one application gave knee relief, urging readers to buy for 25 cents at local druggists.
A reflective line about elder wisdom noting that many sensible lessons lie beyond books and are stored in a woman’s memory.
General Obregon and Mexican war minister met with Gen Scott and Gen Funston to discuss American troop status in Mexico. The talks ended without agreement as officials return to Juarez amid heightened gravity after the Big Bend raid. New demands seek joint action in regions beyond prior negotiating zones.
About 1,000 International Harvester workers returned to duty after verbal assurances of partial wage and hour concessions. Tens of thousands remain out across Harvester and smaller sympathetic firms as some demands await written confirmation.
J A J Henderson of Ocila Southern railroad proposes extending the state road from Atlanta to St Marys and Jacksonville. The plan, backed by bonds, was submitted to Chairman Candler of the Western and Atlantic Railroad commission via attorneys H J Quincey of Ocilla and S G McLendon of Atlanta.
Report notes leniency in British measures against Sinn Fein leaders. Eight leaders executed by firing squad so far, while thirty have death sentences. many sentences commuted to penal servitude. Source suggests King George ordered few killings.
A coupon promises a gold ring with every bottle of Baby Ease, inviting readers to send for the ring. Full coupon instructions are claimed to be included.
The bodies of Helen Fiegenhhue, 17, and Spencer Chelby, 24, who planned to marry but halted by tuberculosis, were found in the river at New Orleans after they disappeared a week ago following a death by own action note.
A compact Victorian era proverb feature presents lines on thrift diligence and prudence. It emphasizes that careful shopkeeping and steady, bright aims lead to steady wealth, with erudite verse from George Chapman cited for seasonal wisdom.
An old notice promotes Col ds and LaGrippe medicine claiming five or six doses break chills fever and liver impact without gripe or sickness. It mentions price at 25 cents. A second brief note cites British dislike of innovation and recalls early journalism features in Britain and American impertinence.
The senate approved the Bankhead good roads bill without a record vote, authorizing about $85 million for post roads. The measure began at $75 million, with an amendment adding $10 million for roads in national forests.
A white leghorn hen at Wellington, Connecticut, laid six eggs in one cackle after a week of stoppage, celebrating her birthday with the flurry of eggs.
Up to May 1 the state of Georgia reported 33,706 automobiles fed. The figure reflects ongoing consumption data and statewide automotive activity through early May.
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