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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1933
Page
6
President Roosevelt outlined a broad plan to raise wage scales and place production and competition under government supervision. He urged rapid action to align wages with living costs and warned employers to raise wages and support a regulated economy to curb inflation and ensure fair practices across industries.
Washington reports postal receipts for 59 cities show total receipts of 23,710,200 last month, down from 24,421,916 the prior month and 24,271,529 in April. Jersey City posted the largest gain, with Atlanta second, as Jersey City reached 99,480 from 89,626, an 11.17 percent rise. Atlanta's receipts were 292,574, up from 266,447, a 9.18 percent advance.
An early May disaster report notes a deadly tornado sweeping South Carolina with 21 Alabama deaths and extensive damage in Holton and Bolton Blair Mill, causing about 60 homeless families and losses over 500000 dollars. Alabama counts 21 dead and over 170 southern deaths since March. rescue teams near completion of searches as several injured stay critical.
Gardone Italy May 3 a half hour downpour of blood red rain over Lake Garda puzzled scientists linking it to a debris and ash shower from a volcano. Vesuvius Observatory director Alesssandro Malladra said ash carried by wind spread over the region while others suggested windborne desert sands mixed with rain may explain the muddy stains.
Washington May 6 The administration courted Clark Howell Atlanta publisher and Democratic figure offered ambassadorships to Brazil Argentina Peru Poland and Turkey but Howell declined preferring to serve at home in Atlanta.
Washington May 6 After a conference with President Roosevelt on Saturday Senators George and Russell of Georgia said they planned to introduce a resolution designating May 22 as National Maritime Day A similar House resolution is planned by Georgia delegates They argue a presidential proclamation would follow The date marks the Savannah the first steamship to cross the Atlantic leaving Savannah on May 22 1819 as Georgia observes its ninth anniversary of founding and Maritime Day in the state
Washington May 7 The president outlined inflation aims stating the goal is to raise commodity prices so borrowers repay in the same dollar value they borrowed. He said the administration will not allow a cheap dollar and may enlarge credit if needed to correct the economic wrong, using powers if necessary.
Gainesville Fla May 3 A marriage license was taken out by Albert Shaw 75 New York publisher and editor of the Review of Reviews and Miss Virginia McCall 22 Gainesville his secretary It was learned recently The couple plan to marry by Rev Wy S Stoney rector of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Miss McCall formerly worked as a stenographer at the University of Florida experiment station and joined Shaw at his Winter Park winter home
President Roosevelt's Sunday night address to the nation drew numerous congratulatory messages and praise from congressional Democrats, with some Republicans joining in. Notable responses praised its force, clarity, and sense, with leaders like Rainey, Cottzen, and King predicting prosperity and national resolve.
Washington May 8 Postmaster general Farley plans to delay filling thousands of patronage posts including postmasterships and federal offices until after Congress adjourns. Exceptions include U S Marshal for the Middle Georgia district E B Doyle. Politically this delays leverage over Democratic lawmakers and reduces conferring while Congress is in session.
Notice of sale under a trust deed to secure debt on land in Taylor County Georgia. The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company seeks to enforce the loan. property includes lots 79 80 and parts of 81 82 totaling about 202 1 2 acres. Auction date May 27 1983 between legal hours at the courthouse. Amount due 2450 principal plus accrued interest and 8 percent prior to settlement. Fee simple deed to purchaser. Trustees William A Taw B Prickitt and J Carlisle attorney.
The firm Bazemore & Bankston, previously in mercantile and market business in Butler, is dissolved by mutual consent with Mr Bazemore retiring. Bankston will continue at the same address and settle all liabilities after February 1, 1933. receipts for all debits due since that date. Dated May 10, 1933. O B Bankston.
All creditors of the estate of W R it Mangham late of Taylor County Georgia deceased are notified to render demands to the undersigned per law and all indebted persons must make immediate payment This May 8 1933 Mrs J E Mangham Administratrix of Dr J E Mangham Deceased
Mrs B H Newsom filed for seventeen months support from the estate of B H Newsom deceased. The application will be heard at the June term of the Ordinary court on the first Monday in June 1933. Witness L T Peed Ordinary signs this official notice dated May 3 1933.
Mrs Fannie Whitley guardian of Vyron James Susie Donnice and Nell Byrd applies for discharge. Objections must be filed by the first Monday in June. otherwise the guardian will be discharged. L T Peed Ordinary.
Treasury Department announces creditors must present claims against The First National Bank of Reynolds Georgia to Receiver N M Dudley with proof within three months or be disallowed. Acting Comptroller F G Awalt directs notice dated April 28 1933 valid through August 3 1932.
Washington May 9 District Supreme Court Justice Proctor dismissed Tuesday the 100000 slander suit against Senator Huey Long of Louisiana brought by Gen Samuel T Ansell.
Old Georgia law books reveal that initial automobile tags in 1910 cost $2 each for all vehicles. The Senate tabled a $3 tag bill, while prices rose over time to current minimums around $11.25 and top near $86 depending on weight and horsepower under early classification acts. Local notes trace a 1913 shift to $5, 1916 classed scales, and subsequent amendments shaping today’s tag charges.
The federal treasury runs behind by about one hundred million monthly yet requests for public money flood Washington from across the country. The Farm Board, created by Congress years ago to aid farmers, has reportedly seen farmers lose around 800 million dollars in its operations, leaving many worse off than ever before.
The partnership of Garrett and Fouche, composed of H. J. Garrett of Charing Georgia and R. E. Fouche of Ideal Georgia, is dissolved by mutual consent on this 14th day of March 1958. H. J. Garrett retires. R. E. Fouche will conduct business at Ideal and settle all firm liabilities and receipts for debts due to the firm.
Atlanta May 8 Freight rate increases ordered by the Interstate Commerce Commission will push traffic to motor trucks, breaking down railroad work. Georgia Public Service Commission Chairman J A Perry says negotiations are underway with motor firms for this year's crop. Rail increases take effect May 1 and run about 59 dollars from Georgia to Nashville with proportional rises to other southern points. some northern routes show small decreases.
Fire swept Wake Forest College in Wake Forest North Carolina Friday destroying the oldest building Hall. Officials estimate losses around 200000 dollars. About 100 students were inside but all escaped unharmed.
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