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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1945
Page
8
Spring weather impacts Georgia crops and poultry while air service to Atlanta expands by June 1. Arnall’s likely reappointment as governor dominates, rail freight rate probes loom, and notable deaths include William Simmons. Fort Benning patrols escort Gen Hodges to Atlanta as Cotton Manufacturers’ Association selects new leadership.
Washington reports an indefinite blanket deferment for men aged 30 and over in useful jobs. Draft Director Lewis B. Hershey announced at a news conference that the policy is effective immediately and the draft call will drop about 25 percent to 90,000 monthly beginning in July.
In Fitzgerald Georgia on Tuesday Willis Barnes 27 is jailed for murder after shooting four times at foreman Jim Clark 52 then at Garbert Mayes 35 and finally at Joe Brown Peacock 37 as gunfire spanned the Fitzgerald cotton mills. Garbert Mayes was struck in the abdomen and is hospitalized in critical condition. Sheriff J W Griner reports Barnes planned revenge after claiming mistreatment by foremen and allegedly attempted suicide when arrested. Clark and Peacock are married with three children each.
Rep. B. T. Fortson Jr. says a majority of both Assembly branches pledged support for an extra session to draft Gov. Arnall for a second term. Lon Duckworth urged unanimous signing of the call and stated Arnall would accept if extended. Fortson notes rising calls as the constitutional amendment moves toward adoption and cites Arnall’s freight rate victory as reason to keep him in office.
Milwaukee court heard a will pledge $500 from A. J. Macheck’s $40,000 estate to Mrs. Clara Mohr Carey of Highland Park illinois. The bequest went to the woman who, in 1899 when they were both 21, gave the only kiss and declaration of affection he remembered. The bachelor died May 7 and probate was before Judge A. Hansen.
Richland Georgia May 21 notice posted that election will be held June 12 to fill the unexpired term of B F Edwards who resigned due to ill health Edwards had been elected after the April death of Rev M B Brown who held the office for 15 years Edwards cited ill health as the reason for resignation.
Americus May 22 Rep Stephen Pace of Americus in the Georgia Third District says he opposed passage of an amendment granting an expense allowance of up to 2500 for congressional members to cover extraordinary duties. He notes he voted against the rule and for striking the amendment, and cites Senate inaction.
Classified notice lists a road cart and harness with Dutch collar offered by Frank Callahan in Rupert Georgia. Also advertises Porto Rico Sweet Potato Plants via P A Jenkins Butler Georgia. A missing pipe from a Colored Baptist Church near Depot is sought with reward offered by Tom Rowe Butler Georgia. Baby Carriage in A-1 condition offered by Mrs O G Bloodworth Charing Georgia.
Douglas Cotney of Butler Georgia Rte 1 offers quick well drilling and repair services at reasonable prices. Calls or writes requested for inquiries or work.
CUSTOM HAULING offers trucking for local trade with a new truck. J. Allen Payne invites calls or letters from interested customers in Butler, Georgia. Also advertised seed peas for sale including New Era and Speckled varieties treated against weevils at $6.00 per bushel from J. B. Mathews of Howard, Georgia.
Dr James R Kinney 81 prominent Ft. Valley citizen died at his home after a prolonged illness. A Wilkinson county native and Southern Medical College Johns Hopkins trained surgeon he moved to Ft. Valley in 1896 practiced many years then retired to farming He served one term as mayor and remained active in civic and church affairs.
The seven month old Constance Lavine Joncas, daughter of Mrs. A M Joncas of Austell Georgia, whose husband Lt Joneas was killed in Germany last month, died after an automobile overturned near Perry. Eight Austell residents were in the car with most serious injuries to the baby's grandparents Mr and Mrs J D Yancey. The injured were taken to a Macon hospital.
In Georgia officials plan a welcome for Gen. Courtney Hodges and a contingent of officers and 24 GIs arriving by plane from Paris. Georgia officers and most men will receive discharge at Ft. McPherson. Families prepare as Hodges' mother and relatives in Perry await the visit.
Dr G Campbell Morgan internationally famed preacher and Bible scholar who visited Atlanta for Tabernacle Bible Conferences died at his London home May 16. He served 24 years as pastor of Westminster Congregational Chapel and retired in 1943 after a 60 year preaching career.
The text indicates the county in Houston is awaiting a specific Army message to help plan a community barbecue. Local residents, including families, want clarity on arrival details to organize the event.
Arnall says the ICC, not the Supreme Court, is proper forum for his case and expects a final decision this year. He announced plans to proceed after an ICC order followed proceedings started by the Southern Governors' Conference, whose members did not back Arnall's legal challenge.
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