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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1927
Page
11
An advertorial promises lasting health by cleansing the body with Calotabs. It urges readers to purify the entire system for several weeks, claiming purification leads to vitality and wellness and touts family packs with directions. The copy implies physicians endorse purification and highlights availability at drug stores.
On Wednesday May 11 the death angel visited the home of Mr W Hy Robertson and took away our dear Wife and mother. She was a devoted Christian mother loved by all who knew her. The home seems dark and lonely but God knew best and took her to the beautiful City not made with hands where she is now watching and waiting for us.
An obituary page lists Amanda Locke, aged 68, of Byron, with interment at Jorden's Chapel near Byron. Survived by husband, three children Clem Robertson Bainbridge, Lewis Watson Griffin, Baxton Robertson, two grandchildren, and her mother Mrs W B Jorden of Byron, plus three brothers. Also noted is a memorial verse. The piece also includes a loving memory note for Mrs Amanda Locke dated May 4, 1926, written by granddaughter Millred Locke, describing her grandmother's kindness and faith and expressing sorrow at her passing.
Five Points News reports a string of weekend visits and social gatherings in Butler Roberta and nearby areas. Families listed include Jarrell Brown Parker Adams Jarrells and others with multiple Sunday and Friday calls. A local church Sunday School and BYP gathering is mentioned with community notices and good wishes for Mrs Parker.
A congenial party including Misnes Oreta Mackey Mildred Tigin Messi Wadsworth and Felton Mackey spent Friday in Atlanta, returning with Grace Wadsworth as weekend guests of her parents. Mersré Lucious Singleton and Ain Pike visited Macon on Friday. TimisTa Roberts returned from a two week stay with relatives in Columbus and Alabama. Mrs Willie Cox and baby of Columbus visit sister Mrs George Stubbs. Annie Hester returned from an extended visit in Junction City. Mr and Mrs Cleave Singleton and children were guests of Mr and Mrs J Watson Sunday. Wadsworths hosted Mr and Mrs T W Tidd of Elaville Miss Nelle Anthony of Mauk and Elbert Hill of Junction City Sunday. Melba Singleton enjoyed a pleasant afternoon with Gladys Brady Sunday.
The article discusses theoretical speed of a modern express passenger train reaching up to 112 miles per hour on straight heavy-rail track, noting practical limits where normal operation rarely hits such speeds and backup systems to prevent derailment. It emphasizes the role of engine assistance from a following train to stabilize the run.
Mr W T Watson and family of Thomaston were week end guests of relatives here. Miss Blanche Heart returned home after a week’s visit to her aunt in Columbus. Mr and Mrs Lorenza Hutcherson of Thomaston spent the week end with relatives here. Seaborn Montgomery and family were Sunday guests of Rev HL Tum and family. Mr J D Hays announce the birth of a son on May 21 to be named John Jr. Mr and Mrs Hart and Miss Mattie Hays spent the weekend in Columbus. Elijah Bryant of Howard was a Sunday visitor. Mrs and Mrs John Christopher and daughter were recent guests of Mr and Mrs Frank Caller. Mrs John Horton spent the week end with her sister at Gay, Ga. Mr and Mrs Cecil Abbott spent the week end with their parents Mr and Mrs S R Montgomery. Miss Andra Blakely returned home after visiting her brother near P fitters.
Poem recounts a woman’s death and the house’s decline. The loved one leaves, winter embraces the home, and memories fade as time passes. In spring, daffodils and peonies bloom at the sills, preserving the woman’s dreams through flowers left behind.
Miss Ethel Fain of Americasy visited her parents Mr and Mrs A F Fain over the weekend. Anna Parks visited relatives at Parks pond last week. Mrs J S Martin and children of Macon spent Sunday with Mr Wm Childs and family. Mrs Cannon and daughter of Macon spent a few days with Mr and Mrs George Averett. Messrs Jr Hamilton and W C Childs were in Thomaston Tuesday. Mrs H N Culverhouse and children of Thomaston spent the weekend with Mrs Beulah Pickard. Mr Frank Grier and family moved to the country. Miss Ruth Williams visited Miss Mable Searcy at Butler. Mrs L B Brown and Miss Mattie Adams shopped in Butler Saturday. Mr and Mrs DH Culverhouse were Sunday visitors of their parents, Mr and Mrs F R Purvis. Mr Frank Grier had the misfortune of his home being destroyed by fire last Thursday.
Columbus visitors Mr and Mrs Lester Spinks visited their parents Mr and Mrs W A Spinks while Mr Grady Adams from Barnesville spent the weekend at home with his mother Mrs J H Adams who attends commencement at A and M. Others include Dawson visitor Mr Ralph Heath and Butler residents spending time with relatives. numerous meetups, guests, and attendance at Barnesville graduation exercises and a Columbus wedding.
MAUK BRIEFS notes a series of social visits and local outings. Residents like Messrs W L and Johnny Caldwell, G C Smith, Felton Helms, and Floyd Jarrell are mentioned with gatherings at Caldwell homes, ball game attendances in Junction City, and Sunday visits to relatives. Several couples and families from nearby towns are cited enjoying church serviços, fishing trips on the Altamaha near Savannah, and trips to Plains and Reynolds. A hospital visit in Plains and a Kentucky Indiana trip by Miss Ruby Jinks and relatives are noted, along with engagements of Mrs H S Wall’s Ladies Auxiliary and a study session by Second Chronicles.
A series of brief social items notes visits and family gatherings across Butler and nearby towns. Mentions include Mr RS Wall in Manchester Monday Prof A C Dickey visiting relatives near Thomasville Mr Gordon Bartlett of Columbus with uncle Gordon Harbuck Albert Montgomery and son with relatives near Bhaville and Baldwinville visitors to Ella Woodal Miss Willie Lou Neva and Katherine Harbuck with Columbus relatives Alma Wadsworth and daughter Carolyn from Ft Valley sharing a day with S T Montgomery Family Miss Madelle Harbuck with aunt Mrs Dave Harbuck Nelle Anthony returns from Ft Mitchell Ala Oliver Smith and son of Buena Vista visiting Mr and Mrs H Wal Mr and Mrs A N Sweat and children Ruby Jinks and Lewis Austin attend graduation in Butler Nine members of Pi A G meet with Mrs R S Wall Wednesday afternoon Mrs D Waller leads dainty refreshments served by hostess Mia H S Walk and others.
A Texas wonder drug claims to heal kidney and bladder troubles including gravel weak and lame backs and rheumatic irregularities. Sold by mail for $1.25 if not available at your druggist small bottles often cure. Send testimonials to Dr BE Hall 79 Olive St St Louis Mo.
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