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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1923
Page
6
Valdosta Georgia May 25 editor C C Brantley of the Valdosta Times received a threatening mail warning “Your time will come next” with an offer to “Get a bottle of healing oil.” Brantley denounced the note in today’s paper, linking it to Klan opponents and calling the sender’s methods frightful and malicious.
Atlanta May 24 a cotton mill costing about 25 500 500 is planned by Henry Ford for a Southern state several reports circulating in cotton mill circles say the plant would have about 300 000 spindles to manufacture the cotton drill used in Ford automobiles millions of yards of cloth are used annually for this purpose a large share of cotton mill output Local manufacturers estimate 300 000 spindles are needed to serve Ford works and cost 85 a spindle
Former secretary of the treasury W G McAdoo spent the night in Macon Georgia on May 26. He planned to visit Milledgeville where he grew up, then return to Macon and proceed to Louisville Kentucky. He spoke of the Democratic Party's liberal platform and avoided discussing a presidential candidacy, saying the visit was for pleasure and to keep promises with old friends.
Uncle Eben quips about Satan avoiding hard work by simply announcing office hours and sinners lining up. The rural humorous line uses dialect to poke fun at temptation and everyday vices with a lighthearted tone.
Members of the Girl Reserves enjoyed a colorful party with red white and green decor, a porch glow, candle table centerpiece, and games led by Miss Eva Windham and Clifford Moore. Guests included many local girls and boys, with adults visiting relatives in Butler and nearby towns.
The Atlanta Journal maintains full twenty four hour Associated Press service plus United Press leased wire. News arrives by night and day, with deliveries on the first train from Atlanta. Subscriptions by mail: daily and Sunday rates listed for Daily Journal and Sunday Journal.
In loving tribute to Nelle Mire McChargue Turner who died at 21 after marrying William R. Turner in 1921. Survived by husband six sisters six brothers father and many friends. She united with the Methodist church at 19 and was a faithful wife and beloved by all. Her memory inspires family to strengthen ties and await the Eastern gate. Martha Turner writes.
Ford C Frick recounts a Comanche legend where the sun god and rain god quarrel until Manitou tests them. Six months of drought for rain, then sun, show each its limits and the value of cooperation. Desert warning remains as a lesson to the tribes about working together for survival.
On April 30 1923 S Pless died at 65 after a long illness. Married to Mitt Swearington he leaves a widow and relatives. A Missionary Baptist member described as a good loving neighbor and patient, unassuming man revered by children and community alike.
The family of Mrs. S. I. Pless thanks Dr. Jordan and friends for kindness and support during their bereavement. They pray the Lord rewards each helper for untiring efforts and acts of comfort.
An obituary noting the passing of a devout Methodist member described as a saintly mother. She was born on November 29, 1870, and died after a long life of faith. The notice is written by Mrs. G. W. Slaughter and reflects deep grief and respect.
A Dakota tribal legend tells of a beautiful chief’s daughter loved by many warriors. When abducted by a northern Dakotah, she dies, and the pursuing tribe grieves. The Manitou reassures them and promises the maiden rests in the Happy Hunting Ground, leaving a sign as proof.
The Ellis Health Law establishes a full time health officer with nurses and inspectors, expanding school medical inspections and maternal child health programs. It notes 50 000 inspected school children yearly and 77 000 antityphoid vaccines given in 1922, plus 8 500 sanitary privies installed in 1921 22. It warns of 715 typhoid 411 diphtheria and 584 malaria deaths in 1922 and 1 230 infant deaths in 1921. It argues cost is about one tenth of savings and invites county adoption with state financial aid opportunity.
The Georgia State Board of Health offers free hookworm diagnosis to physicians and a new remedy named Carbor Tetrachloride. The preparation is given as a purgative in water, reportedly harmless when pure, and may be used even if worms are not present. Stool samples can be sent for analysis to confirm worm presence. Both the remedy and examination are free to patients through physicians.
A note urges giving diphtheria toxoid to every infant before age one. It describes the vaccine as simple and painless, with no severe reactions, and says it provides lifelong protection. Parents are urged to have their child immunized early and to take responsibility for their baby’s health.
Residents seek action against a neighbor deemed unclean and failing to manage infectious diseases on the premises. Authorities are urged to enforce sanitation standards and protect public health from potential health risks posed by the neighboring unit.
A brief note emphasizing that smallpox spares none and that vaccination best protects individuals, asserting only those successfully vaccinated gain protection from the loathsome disease.
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