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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1925
Page
5
A Richmond Christian Advocate poem contrasts seekers of beauty with those who find briars. It suggests roses exist in shadow and sun, while others search in vain. The lines reflect on perception, kindness and harsh realities, and declare life a path of varying moods.
Butler locals host and relocate as J E Trossells leases the Montfort estate and plans move this week. Forsyth visitors include Mr and Mrs I W Garrett and Charlie Garrett with family. Delegates welcomed in Columbus. Golding in Macon on business. Notable entries mention Mr Brown’s promotion in auto service, and a stream of guests from Macon, Forsyth, and Geneva.
Miss Eloise Peed became bride of Mr. Walter Suggs at the bride’s home on Tuesday afternoon. The ceremony featured a ring rite and a reception with guests led by Mrs. W. W. Edwards. Afterward the couple left for a wedding trip through Atlanta Chattanooga and Birmingham.
Mir and Mrs M Watson announce the marriage of their daughter Virginia to Emmett Connell both of Fort Valley. The wedding took place last Saturday afternoon with the ceremony performed by Rev. Thomas at his home.
Farmers seeks return of a large red sow about 200 pounds and two red shoats around 150 pounds each missing from a farm near Toteover Creek. Information leading to recovery will be appreciated and a reward may be offered.
The Herald reports the County Commissioners require public notice that the Commutation Road Tax of $4.00 for 1925 is now due. Taxpayers must pay at once or face summons to road work. Visit your district collector to obtain a receipt without delay.
Butler High School expects State School Supervisor Paul Ellison this Saturday while the PTA meets Tuesday afternoon in the school building. A varied program followed by committee appointments, chapel talks by Mr Shearer and Miss James music direction, and a Friday picture show are noted. Several faculty and guest visits are listed along with class seniors and a physical education start. An invitation to Taylor county teachers for a November 8 meeting at Butler with lunch provided.
We, the undersigned citizens of Carsonville District in Taylor County, respectfully request all stock owners to keep their stock on their premises from this date September 24, 1925 onward and not let them run at large at certain times during the year. Signed June 15, 1925 by numerous residents and Taylor County Bank.
Doctors recommend Calotabs to break up a cold or shorten influenza symptoms. One or two Calotabs at bedtime with water cause no salts or nausea, and by morning the cold is gone. The next day you feel hungry and can eat what you please.
The Butler High School P T A held its Sept 22 meeting at 3 16 PM in the school auditorium with Mrs J H Embry presiding. The program featured songs and readings then a business session approving playground equipment needs and lab funds from last year’s treasury and urging parent involvement for a strong school year. A note explains 85 cent dues fund building equipment and Friday night show proceeds aid the school. next meeting is Oct 6 at 3 15 PM with a prize for the grade with most mothers attendance.
Bessie Turner widely known as Mrs Sam McCrary died at Fort Valley Saturday morning after a brief illness. A trusted servant in Butler for years she counted many friends among both races. Her remains were brought to Butler for interment. She is survived by her husband and five children.
A coat went missing during a visit to Butler on Tuesday reported by the Macon Good Will Tourists. The finder will confer a favor by returning the coat to the Herald office.
A gunman’s erratic aim left a girl struck after a bullet traveled a block, police report describes a poor shot with unintended harm in the New Jersey area. Authorities continue witness canvassing as investigations proceed and details emerge about the assailant and motive.
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