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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1923
Page
1
Change of program each day features The Seventh with Richard Barthelmess and Louise Huff, a Columbus girl. A sea romance unfolds from first kiss to the seventh day, climaxing in a bold finale. Added attraction By Yourself a light comedy. Prices 15c and 25c.
A Hayden Talbot story stars Valentino in Frivolous Wives showing strong ties of blood and love. The film promises a good clean entertainment with a solid connection to the season's big hits. Added attraction Timber Queen at 10 15 and 25 cents demonstrate affordable attractions.
Reflect that life is worthy when used for a noble end rather than for itself. Samuel Johnson notes that any blessing gains value through virtue and purposeful use granted by the Eternal.
Georgia's peach crop for this year is estimated at 8,390 cars by J G Carlisle general manager of the Georgia Fruit Exchange. Elberts lead with 3,288 cars. Uneedas and other early varieties are under 1,600. Shipping Uneedas starts June 1 to 3. Last year’s output was 7,410 cars. Most Georgia peaches will originate in Central and Southern Railway territory in the middle Georgia belt. Prices likely high as Georgia supplies most U S peaches due to crop losses elsewhere. Growers report good fruit with more trees bearing after March freeze.
The first curculio pupation of the 1928 season was observed on May 19. Inactive in soil under peach trees, the insect is killed by frequent disking near trunks from now until harvest. Last sprays for Early Rose and Carmen are advised this week. Hileys require a fourth application by May 31.
A fragment quotes a proverb likening a lazy person to smoke and teeth to the harsh effects of negligence. The line preserves moral sentiment and biblical phrasing, framed as a reflective aside in a larger discourse. No further context is provided in the readable text.
Americus May 25 The County Commissioners Association of Georgia closed sessions after electing new officers leaders include M C B Holley Richmond president J H Heard Bibb first VP Rhodes Browne Muscogee second VP and C P Jones Liberty third VP Dr J Hy Hardy Troup elected president after nominating committee report then resigned The morning featured two fights over a proposed large road bond issue blocked by a strong vote Delegates and visitors were hosted at a barbecue by Sumter County Commissioners at the Third District Agricultural and Mechanical College but rain forced a campus grove barbecue and many delegates traveled home later
Karl R Salzer, a Georgia Tech student, won a competitive naval appointment to the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis after a four day rigid exam in April. He was chosen over three other candidates and praised by Senator Duncan A Fletcher. He will be nineteen on June 6 and is the eldest of seven in the Salzer family of Riverside.
Sunday May 27 a large family reunion at Mr. and Mrs. Jim Cooper's home celebrated the first gathering since 1922. They have twelve children, four married, and ten grandchildren. Guests enjoyed a full meal, elder guests at the table and kids bathing and playing by a pond before returning for dinner.
At Rose Hill Methodist church in Columbus the district session unanimously commended Presiding Elder Rev J N Peacock. The resolution lauds his leadership, character, and constructive work over four sessions, and prays blessings on him and his family as Reynolds was named for the next conference location. Delegates elected to the Annual Conference include La Dudley and J H McGhee with alternates Mrs J N Peacock and Mrs S Jenkins.
A week of intense rain caused widespread crop losses across the region with cotton and corn washed away and oat crops ruined. Many lands were badly washed, roads rendered impassable, and mill dams along several streams collapsed. Rail lines suffered washouts near Montezuma with trains halted and rerouted as crews addressed the damage.
Americus Ga May 23 A concrete dam on Whitewater Creek between Oglethorpe and Garden Valley in Macon County was destroyed Tuesday afternoon when water undermined the foundation carrying away a 20 foot section. The road part of the dam blocked traffic and the loss is estimated over 15000 dollars. Engineers noted quicksand at the creek bottom and the standing steel pile section remains. C W Clark of Americus passed the crossing shortly before the break. The power project aims to supply Oglethorpe Montezuma Ideal and nearby towns.
Mr L P Gartner, longtime manager of Schley County Motor Co in Ellaville, died suddenly Wednesday afternoon in Américus. Known as a public spirited citizen and good neighbor, he will be greatly missed by many friends in the region.
Montezuma Georgia May 25 plans are being made for a political rally to be held Friday June 1. Congressman Charles R. Crisp of the Third District will speak on current issues. A large crowd is expected and the Woman's Club will serve barbecue at the clubhouse.
Following confusion last year the Board of Commissioners orders the road tax due by July 1 with no extension. Those failing to pay by the deadline will be required to work on the roads for the full term. Board of County Commissioners.
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