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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1918
Page
6
A local notes page from Butler Georgia blends humor and poems with snippets from the community and remarks about public figures. Cartoonish rhymes and quips reference J D S Sutlive Kaiser Bill and other names, ending with a short signature SPIDER.
J. L. Easley of Macon Illinois testifies that Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is his sister’s preferred cold and lung remedy for fifteen years. He adds he has used it for colds and found rapid relief.
A wartime editorial argues for heavier income taxes at federal and state levels to fund the war effort. It critiques tax evaders and praises voluntary contributions to loans, Red Cross, and YMCA while warning that wealthier individuals must bear a greater part of the burden. It calls for punishing tax evasion and stresses patriotism during France fighting.
The piece notes rising draft calls and Baker's claim of half a million Americans in France. It cites a French commissioner praising American aid and gasoline shipments, with Pershing directing American troops to work with French and British forces. It suggests U S troops will soon participate actively in combat.
Reports suggest a closer German Austrian alliance emerges from a recent conference between the emperors. Bohemia and Tyrol may be placed under German administration as German influence expands in Austria-Hungary.
The piece notes that the cost of daily essentials has climbed compared with years past and questions how many such necessities now exist, reflecting on economic pressures and evolving consumer needs.
An opinion urging the nation to face the school crisis squarely by raising taxes to fund education. The piece argues war and inflation depress teacher wages, drives capable teachers from the profession, and risks lowering school quality unless pay scales are brought to par with other vocations. It emphasizes the future of the country hinges on valuing pedagogues appropriately.
Allied prospects are bright as American, Italian, and other forces bolster France. German options hinge on reestablishing a unified attack to avoid being outnumbered this fall.
General Foch holds supreme command of American British French Belgian and Italian troops in France and now controls the entire Italian army in Italy. Italian reinforcements are flowing to the Allied front in France in numbers equal to those sent by Austria after its offensive.
The passage argues that about 4 million Italians living in France create a powerful, unified presence. It claims this sizable influx places Germany at a strategic disadvantage, predicting the Teutons will soon be outnumbered and defeated.
A widow writes from Atlanta to a soldier in France about a stormy day and a porch meditation on nature and faith. She recalls her father’s calm words about lightning and God guiding the storm, and reflects on fear and endurance in wartime separation.
A letter-writer speaks of a golden path across the evening sky and mountain views as thoughts travel to a beloved wife. The voice yearns for future unity, recalls a past year together, and promises love and service, sending thoughts on wings to a tender heart. The tone is intimate and devotional, reflecting longing and devotion.
Gainesville attorney H H Dean declares candidacy for United States Senate in 1918, challenging Harris Hardwick and Howard. He cites their records, issues open debates, and urges white voters to support his platform after qualifying with the state Democratic committee. He invites fellow candidates to public discussions or faces the voters.
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