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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1949
Page
4
The Ellaville Sun has increased its subscription price to two dollars and fifty cents per year for out of Schley County readers. Editor Moncrief at Roberta urges readers to stay on the good side of their country editor. Mrs. G L Moore continues to provide the Sparta Ishmaelite with engaging poems.
The Butler Herald notes a rise in reported deaths among Georgia’s elderly Black residents and remarks on community humor and farm markets. It observes peaches watermelons strawberries and melons as farm products near market and notes commencement season and spring youth activities as the school year ends.
After almost fifty years of service Sister Moore of the Spartan Ishmaelite complains we never found a remedy. She argues that some critics think a paper can be issued every week without overlooking items they personally are interested in.
The Thomaston Times reports a bright note in a dull business outlook as sources estimate Upson County will ship about 225 carloads of peaches this year, likely the largest yield among Georgia counties.
With schools closing, summer camps for boys and girls begin statewide. Camps offer wholesome sports, personal care, and protection while encouraging junior independence and valuable lessons in growing up.
President Truman appointed A B Conger of Bainbridge to a new federal judgeship in the Middle District of Georgia. Conger will serve with veteran Judge T Hoyt Davis of Vienna. The nomination followed recommendations from Senator George with Senator Russell concurring.
The Macon County Grand Jury in regular session last week recommends complete exterior and interior repairs to the courthouse and remodeling of the jail including installation of new cell blocks where needed.
The Hartwell Sun reports a Hartwell Railway Company diesel engine needed a minor part costing 23.93 dollars. A GE service visit from Atlanta charged 187.19 dollars for labor and expenses, excluding parts. The technician worked across two days, one eight hour day and one shorter day.
Worshipers recalled John Wesley’s Aldersgate moment on May 24 1738 at a private prayer meeting on Aldersgate Street London He described a heart warming change and assurance of salvation in his Journal reflecting faith in Christ alone.
The Albany Journal argues against removing visiting teachers from Georgia schools. It praises the role of visiting teachers as welfare workers and truancy officers who ensure attendance, arrange clothing and medical aid, and support needy children. Removing them is deemed a false economy and dangerous to students’ education.
Miss Evelyn Hunt of Perry hears her song played by Dean Hudson and his orchestra at the Fireman's Ball in Macon. Confirmation from the orchestra leader has been received by the local fire department.
Fifty years after 3000 prospectors recovered about 1 million dollars in gold dust from Nome beach sands the Walrus Club of Nome plans a 50th anniversary event from June 1 to September 30. An official seal will feature a map of Alaska a Russian bear crossing the Bering Strait and the club walrus.
University of Georgia School of Veterinary Medicine and the State Agricultural Extension Service warn that Newcastle disease remains a serious menace to Georgia poultry. They cite widespread spread and urge growers to enforce strict sanitation, learn about vaccinations, and be prepared to treat flocks when conditions demand.
Mrs. Bernice Brown McCullar of Lumpkin shares a moving memoir about sending a child into the world. She recalls preparing to watch a son leave childhood, seeking God’s strength to endure the moment and acknowledging the lasting love, loyalty, and memories that endure.
Friends of General Lucius D. Clay press his candidacy for governor of Georgia. The famed World War II and Berlin airlift veteran returned home amid ovations after serving as military governor in Germany. Speaker Rayburn hailed his past duties and predicted a lasting imprint on world history.
North Winship of Macon has been elevated from minister plenipotentiary to U S ambassador to the Union of South Africa. He presented credentials to Governor General G B van Zyl at Cape Town and his legation was raised to embassy status. News coverage in South Africa highlights the honor and his new title Your Excellency.
In Canton, J B Parham quotes a man who rejects directives on childrearing, pets, fishing, voting, reading, sports, meals, and heaven asking for advice but not instruction. The Ellaville Sun notes most people talk too much and a rare few can silence themselves to avoid trouble.
There is more land under cultivation this year than in any previous year in our recollection. Much of it with modern machinery and careful planning. Prospects for continued good times in this section were never brighter.
Adel News columnist Brother Parrish argues about effort and ability noting that while many prefer to plan before acting some tasks are better done by others or by oneself, since people differ in industry speed ambition and contentment. He emphasizes that God did not make all men alike and that variety explains differing approaches to work.
The Barnesville News Gazette marks its 82nd anniversary while the Morgan County News in Madison turns two and the Bartow Herald in Cartersville reaches 21. Zebulon’s Pike County Journal issues its 12 page edition during commencement week. The Thomaston Times installs a modern eight page press. Byron Anglin and Miss Carolyn Drew wed at Richland Baptist church on May 15.
Barefoot boys head for swimming holes as cars pass with fishing poles. People ask about fishbait while coatless men and hatless women mingle at public gatherings. Club women fold tents until September as gnats and mosquitoes drive chatter. Ice man echoes through crowds.
A rich man tells a minister he avoids church due to hypocrites. The preacher replies that there is always room for another at church.
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