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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1919
Page
1
A hometown letter describes wartime strain on families, shifts in local industry toward oil, and men serving in France. The writer laments labor shortages, mentions a son in the 36th division expected back by June, and notes efforts to plant melons and tomatoes while avoiding cattle dipping.
Macon Georgia brims with cheer as the 151st machine gun battalion of the Rainbow division arrives from Camp Merritt. All plants and stores close while a spectacular noon parade features Rainbow heroes and veterans, with bands, crowds, and a charity effort funding the welcome.
Washington May 9 a report says William J Harris the new Georgia senator now in Europe told President Wilson he will vote for the equal suffrage amendment resolution. Harris succeeds Thomas W Hardwick who voted against it. Supporters say passage is likely even without his vote and plan to press the measure in the extra session.
Mr. J. H. West has opened a pressing club connected to his barber shop. He has in store an experienced work hand ready to handle pressing duties.
Charles M. Smith of Taylor County dies at his home seven miles northwest of Butler after a long illness. A Confederate veteran, he served his country in youth and leaves a large family including wife, sons Od and Will, daughter Mrs. Adams, and stepchildren James Aultman John Aultman George Aultman and Ambrey Aultman. Funeral held at Union cemetery with Rev. L. A. Harrell officiating.
The Universal Unit Lighting Plant installed in H. J. Peagler’s office window attracts attention as a new countywide business agency led by H. J. Peagler and M. T. Casey. Peagler handles sales while Casey, an expert electrician, oversees installation and wiring. The system promises urban comforts at low cost for farms and homes, lighting houses, barns, pumping water, sawmilling, washing, churning and ironing.
The State Association of County Officers will hold its annual meeting at Tybee Island with sessions on May 29th and 30th and a list of officials in attendance.
Taylor county's quota for the 6th Victory Loan is 82700 dollars and has been subscribed under Capt. F A Ricks. The county paid 11000 for the First Loan, 30000 for the Second, 62000 for the Third, 132000 for the Fourth, and 82700 for the Fifth, totaling 248000.
The county board of equalizers meets to examine tax valuations and ensure fairness. Members J R Williams Howard J L Austin and J A Matthews hear objections and arbitration appeals, but critics say the process is biased and undermines the intended impartial duty.
On May 12, H. J. Peagler of Neisler & Peagler shipped the first crate of Early Wonder peaches from Butler by express to a New York house. Same day A. J. Payne of Reynolds sent a crate of May Flower peaches to a New York house. Citizens are urged to watch Reynolds for further fruit shipments.
Alvhas stood the test of time and can be depended upon for relief from a bad cold. The enduring remedy remains a trusted choice for cough and throat comfort.
Longtime Taylor County resident and Confederate veteran James Harris died last Friday night at his home after weeks of illness. The Butler Camp Ground benefactor helped others with shelter and food. Survived by wife Stella Neisler, son Thomas J. Harris predeceased, grandchildren, two sisters in Gray Georgia, and one brother in Gray. Funeral at Gray Cemetery led by Rev. L A Harrell and Rev. M T Gaultney.
F O B Butler Georgia bids cotton seed at 68.00 dollars per ton. W J Butler announces availability for a few days and invites buyers to contact Butler for pricing and delivery terms.
The home of Dr. C. F. Fickling was burned to ashes after a garage origin fire late Tuesday night in Butler. Firefighters saved most furniture, two cars, and a cow, but the steep roof and slumbering town hindered full extinction. The loss hits the physician financially despite partial insurance.
An advertisement offers Octagon soap in a pack of six for 25 cents from M. R. Cameron. The short notice promotes a household cleaning product with a low price and local seller name.
Ficklings Lodge will hold its communication Friday night the 16th and Hodges Chapter convocation next Monday night the 19th. Members are earnestly requested to be on hand at this and all regular convocations.
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