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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1938
Page
4
A provocative remark on Adolf Hitler’s ambitions. The article notes the opening of the Woodmen of the World State-wide Field Day at Macon with large attendance and entertainment. It cites statistics showing 38 percent of US births occurred in hospitals and argues hospital care could reduce broken homes.
Citizens question why teachers are kept waiting for monthly pay as state employers fail to provide full salaries by the start of the month. The critique argues teachers should not be the ongoing target of delayed wages and urges accountability from authorities.
A sharp critique targets the man who boasts of easygoing life and two or three paychecks ahead yet seeks aid when job loss hits his finances. The remark calls for accountability and consistency in facing hardship.
The state rejoices over Hon J B Wilson announcing his run for re election as Secretary of State. Citizens praise his character and capability, saying he has filled the statehouse office with distinction. A life term is implied by steady tenure and support.
A Des Moines reporter notes that nearly half of fatal Iowa highway accidents involve drivers under the influence. The piece questions maintaining strict prohibition and warns of potential regret if policy remains loosened.
The text notes that those with no money or job want government spending while those with steady income oppose spending due to higher taxes. It contrasts public opinion across economic groups and hints at tax concerns. The passage resembles a contemporary political reflection rather than a formal policy statement.
The 22 year old brunette who died after swallowing poison in a New York bus station has been identified as half Indian from Okmulgee Oklahoma. She wrote a farewell note addressed to whom it may concern and signed The Gal in Gray. Her warning to other girls about the pitfalls she faced received broad publicity.
As part of graduation exercises the Tifton High seniors honor a prominent Georgian. This year Hon. W. G. Sutlive editor of the Savannah Press is celebrated for his service to South Georgia. The May 30 tribute follows the students’ commendable plan.
Congratulations extend to Ed ward Peavy and Miss Emilee Also, Brooks for first and second prizes in the Wings Across America essay contest. The Georgia observance of National Air Mail Week May 16 to 21 is sponsored by the post office department. Edward, a student at Cuthbert High School, and Emilee, a Sparta High School student, will have their essays entered in the national contest for a chance at an air trip to Hollywood California.
The United States leads in autos, radios, and telephones with high spending on travel and consumer goods. Last year Americans spent about four billion dollars on car vacations, a driver of a low mood. The rapid rush to supply goods has created an industrial system that may not be sustainable in normal times. It may force a shift toward frugality and a more content, reasonable living for some.
The city of Statesboro, hosting the Georgia Press Association on June 15, is drawing publicity as prospective guests, described as pencil pushers, are expected to attend in large numbers. The Savannah Press notes Swainsboro court house windows feature Mrs Howard Roberts and another court house employee with potted plants in a display worthy of a florist.
Columbus Roberts, Georgia’s Commissioner of Agriculture, travels to Washington this week to press officials for continued crop reporting services. The unit, funded jointly by state and federal agencies, has provided 15 years of daily shipment and marketing data essential to commercial peach growers and marketing firms.
Dudley Glass notes wet weather in Blackshear while editor Kirk Sutlive issues a 28 page Blackshear Times special on the Offerman oil well. The report hints at gas smell 8500 feet down and weighs whether the drill may yield oil or prove a duster or pusher.
The Columbus Ledger reports Col Theo J. McGee and four others were named to a housing authority chosen by the mayor with city commission approval. The board includes Brown Nicholson J Knight M A Goldstein and W F Fielder, representing diverse Columbus business sectors and aiming to secure federal aid under the United States Housing Authority.
Clinch County News editor Huxford reports on a Butler revival led by S K Andrews of Macon. He notes strong church cooperation and a weeklong series yielding widespread spiritual impact. A new Eldler Evangelistic Club with nearly fifty members disrupts a Sunday show, holding five services weekly. Homerville resident Mrs C S Newton joins as a church leader amid the movement.
The Columbus Ledger notes John B. Wilson will seek re election as secretary of state rather than run for governor. A friendly, non partisan figure, he has avoided political machines though faces a high pressure gubernatorial campaign year. Wilson is unlikely to be defeated and could be a strong governor candidate.
A Tifton Gazette report from Florida details a woman who suddenly regained sight in her blind eye just as a surgeon prepared to operate to save the other eye. The loss had persisted for nine years prior to the unexpected restoration.
In a Jesup Sentinel reminiscence the old-fashioned country church gathered serious families for monthly meetings. Wagons brought large families, with plenty of food shared at noon as housewives competed in baking. Preaching filled Saturday and Sunday with stern sermons on virtue, honesty, and social codes.
The Lord's Day Alliance of the United States promotes a five year push to expand Sabbath observance beyond rest into spiritual and societal impact. It cites a century of Sunday rest for over two million people including federal workers and business employees and urges widespread adoption through religious and public institutions. The Columbus Ledger editorial urges preserving Sunday’s deeper spiritual meaning amid a drift away from the Sabbath.
A North Georgia Mountains town paper extols blessings for readers who advertise, send in wedding and party details, inform the editor of events, submit copy early, and cooperate with the editor for a thriving community and business-friendly town.
Across cotton peanut and hog regions, predictions of disaster abound yet many farmers stay busy and hopeful, proving optimism grows with effort. Men filled with work find money despite hard times, while the most occupied have less time to dwell on future difficulties. Monroe Advertiser.
Hugh Howell outlines his gubernatorial platform advocating substantial tax reductions and government cost cuts. He seeks to reduce state payroll expenses, pay all eligible seniors on pensions now, abolish driver license fees, and defend county autonomy against consolidation while criticizing current administration's spending. He invites public input to aid his candidacy.
Announcement to Rural Letter Carriers and Ladies Auxiliary of the Third Congressional district urging unity and planning for the district meeting in Vienna on May 30. Messages from W Fucun, President, Unadilla, Ga., and auxiliary leaders emphasize turnout, support, and marching toward a successful year for the association.
The text notes Democratic U S Senator George of Georgia sits eleventh in seniority based on continuous service since November 7 1927, following Watson’s death. It cites his two reelections on November 2 1926 and November 8 1932 and lists the ten senators outranking him: Borah Smith Ashurst Pittman Sheppard Norris McKellar Johnson McNary Harrison.
Senator George sits on four standing committees including Civil Service and one special panel on Munition Industry. He chairs Privileges and Elections and is highly ranked on Finance and Foreign Relations, with Finance handling taxation and funds, and Foreign Relations shaping diplomatic policy and treaties in the Senate.
A poem praising the farmer as the nation’s backbone and noting the Douglas Enterprise newspaper plans a 50th anniversary summer edition with a page for each year. The piece extols self reliance and resilience during hard times and mentions government aid. It ends with a celebratory toast to farmers and local editors.
The passage notes German brides undertake a four week domestic arts course prior to marriage while in Reno a similar practice exists for women about to remarry. It contrasts early training for marriage in Germany with a Reno based program for those remarrying.
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