Aimee Semple McPherson dies at 53 in California
Aimee Semple McPherson, famed evangelist known for decades of high profile campaigns, died unexpectedly in Oakland California after 34 years of public ministry. The report notes her age as 53 and references her sensational personal life episodes. Coal and wood heating and stoves will be removed from rationing on Oct 15 by the Atlanta District OPA. oil and gas stores remain rationed.
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Aimee Semple McPherson
Oakland
Calif
Atlanta
OPA
Wilil
Governor Term-Limit Law Faces Fresh Push
A gunky effort arises to repeal the one term per four years governor limit. Governor Arnall has repeatedly approved the ban and is hoped to continue backing it amid renewed debate.
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Arnall
Miss Emily Woodward to Speak at Georgia Federation Lunch
Miss Emily Woodward of Vienna returns from England and Scotland as OWI representative and guest of the British Ministry of War Information. She will be luncheon speaker at the Georgia Federation of Women's Clubs executive board meeting in Atlanta today.
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Emily Woodward
Vienna
England
Scotland
OWI
Ministry of War Information
Georgia Federation of Women's Clubs
Atlanta
Road Improvements Benefit Albany Area
Butler notes state highway three improvements. The latest project straightens the road north of Albany to remove dangerous curves overhead crossings and narrow bridges, greatly appreciated by the section.
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Butler
Albany
Pace Prepares Home Visit To Discuss Agriculture
Congressman Stephen Pace plans a short vacation at home to meet with district residents about agricultural interests. His strong Washington record and leadership of the farmers committee are noted as key strengths. The Third District expresses pride in his service.
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Stephen Pace
Washington
Pace
Congress
Folds Promoted Work With Orphans In Macon Visit
Prof W P Folds former Butler High School superintendent now Macon orphanage head spent Monday in Butler with Mrs Folds who led afternoon services at the Methodist church. The piece urges caring for orphans to fit mig tunate children for the future and echoes a call to pause nightly at 9 to think of all U S children.
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W. P. Folds
Butler High School
Macon
Butler
Folds
Methodist Church
Woman's Missionary Society
United States
Newspaper Men and Women Honor Guests in Sanctorium Visit
A state association gathering at their sanctum sanctorum featured visits from friends and tributes to key local papers. Americus owes its progress to Mr. and Mrs. James R. Blair of the Times-Recorder, while the Commerce News notes editor Albert Hardy Jr. keeps readers engaged. Cordele honors Uncle and Mrs. Lon Burton for the Golden Wedding and operation of The Cordelian, and Columbus Enquirer Sun mourns the loss of Managing Editor Hon Nelson Shipp who had helped fill a need in the state audit department.
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State Association of Newspaper
Americus
James R. Blair
Times-Recorder
Commerce News
Albert Hardy, Jr
Northeast Georgia
Paul Trawick
Cordele
Lon Burton
Cordelian
Columbus Enquirer-Sun
States
Nelson Shipp
Opposition to Georgia County Unit System Opinion
Uncle Tom Shytle republishes a column opposing the county unit system in Georgia. The piece argues that abolishing the system would empower large urban centers to control state offices, while warning smaller counties could lose influence. It asserts capable leadership exists in small counties and cautions voters against political manipulation.
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Tom Shytle
Adel News
Brother Shyde
Woman's League of Voters
Atlanta
Georgia
Macon
Farmer Jim Ferguson dies at 73 in Texas political era
James E. Ferguson died at his Austin home at 73 after a long career as a winded Texas political figure. He twice left office by impeachment and his wife Miriam Ferguson served as governor with him shaping actions. He was a farmer and colorful power broker with a broad rural following.
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Columbus Enquirer
James E. Ferguson
Texas
Austin
Ferguson
Miriam A. Ferguson
Farmer Jim
Lone Star State
Labor Leader Objects to Cason Callaway Plan
An Elberton Star report notes a CIO labor leader’s objection to the Cason Callaway plan for Saving Georgia's wasting acres. The leader argues the plan endangers labor unions and warns against opposing efforts to aid the farming class.
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CIO
Cason Callaway
Georgia
Elberton Star
Land of the free shows fools and knaves in excess
Jim Chism in the Pelham Journal mocks consumer excess in a free country. He cites a Hollywood purchase of $200 tan calf skin shoes with gold-tip features as an example of luxury spending while soldiers in trenches suffer. He notes a contrast with government appeals for bond purchases.
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Jim Chism
Pelham Journal
Hollywood
Little Things Shape the World and Our Lives
A reflection on how small, everyday acts and minutes shape history and character. It urges attention to tiny deeds, thoughts, and kindness, noting that the faithful in little things determine the greatest outcomes and that the world yearns for love and goodness.
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Emerson
Hell
Mary
Jesus
Herald Extends Congratulations on Tifton Gazette 30th Year
The Herald joins other newspapers and friends of the state in congratulating the Tifton Daily Gazette on its 30 years of service to the city of Tifton and Tift County. It wishes prosperity through community cooperation and continued support from citizens and businesses.
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the Herald
Tifton
Ear to the Ground editor notes on wartime scene
The Pike County Herald discusses Capt. W. R. Myers and wartime outlook. It analyzes Germany's West Wall defenses, potential Allied breakthroughs, and predicts Allied moves toward the Philippines and Berlin. It mentions Manila evacuation, Nimitz, and Hitler’s possible exile options.
Partial description of a boy from Augusta Chronicle
A humorous portrait of boys as perpetual motion bundles of energy and mischief. It calls boys growth, appetite, and antics a source of family chaos and national hope, noting their role in errands, parades, and the need for care and washing after accidents.
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The
Augusta Chronicle
Barefoot Controversy Spurs Barefoot Proposals
The Atlanta Journal argues against forcing barefooting but also jokes about mandating going barefoot for all ages on any provocation. It recalls Whittier’s Barefoot Boy and notes public protests over a Northerner’s stance on Southern children going barefoot during wartime.
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South
Massachusetts
John Greenleaf Whittier
Whittier
Atlanta Journal
Finland capitulates to Russia and the Allies demand German exit
Finland after months of cabinet changes capitulates to Russia and the Allies demand all German troops leave at once. If not removed, remaining Germans will be disarmed or interned. Stalin promises armies if needed, and Hitler faces the Bear.
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Germany
West Wall
Hitler
Althe Germany
Berlin
Rhine
McArthur
Philippines
Manila
Nimitz
Finland
Russia
Stalin
Four Year Governor Term Opinion Stirs State Leaders
Ada News reports several legislative leaders propose amending the constitution to allow the governor to seek a second four year term. Opponents note voters recently approved a four year term without reelection. Gov Arnall plans to retire to Newnan and resume law practice after his term ends.
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Arnall
Wea
Newnan
Ada News
Price of 15 dollars buys a varied wartime pantry
Readers compare wartime sugar cost to modern prices, noting 15 dollars today would buy 50 pounds sugar and many staples such as flour corn meal lard eggs butter milk coffee bread cereal potatoes canned goods beans and more, amid a display highlighting the contrast.
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OPA
Notice to Sell Land of Mary Ann Freeman Estate
G A Trussell as administrator of Mary Ann Freeman deceased applies to the Ordinary for leave to sell land to pay debts and for distribution. Hearing set for the regular term on the first Monday in November 1944. October 2, 1944. J R Lunsford Ordinary.
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Georgia
Taylor County
G. A. Trussell
Mary Ann Freeman
J. R. Lunsford
Guardianship Hearing Set for William Pope Booth
Georgia Taylor County notices Ida May Booth applying for guardianship of William Pope Booth, an incompetent. The hearing will be at 10:00 A.M. on the first Monday in November 1944 at the guardian's office.
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Georgia
Taylor County
Ida May Booth
William Pope Booth
J. R. Lunsford
Notice to debtors and creditors of R S West deceased
Debtors and creditors of R S West, deceased, are asked to contact D W Payne at Reynolds or Dan Payne at Wests Stables in Butler. Renters of mules, cows or hogs from Mr West are asked to return them to West Stables by October first. Your cooperation is appreciated.
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R.S. West
D. W. Payne
Reynolds
Dan Payne
West
Butler
Mr. West
Reynolds, Ga
Notice to Debtors and Creditors Estate of J T Willis
Creditors of the estate of J T Willis deceased must present their demands to H A Sealy administrator per law. All debtors of the estate should make immediate payment. This 6th day of September 1944.
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Georgia
Taylor County
J. T. Willis
H. A. Sealy
Ownership statement for Butler weekly October 1944
The document lists C. E. Benns as Editor and Owner of the Butler weekly in Butler Georgia with Chas Benns Jr. as Managing Editor and C. E. Cox as Publisher and Business Manager. It states no bondholders or security holders holding 1 percent or more, sworn October 2, 1944 before J. R. Lunsford, Ordinary, Taylor County Georgia.
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Butler Herald
Butler
C. E. Benns
Butler, Ga
Chas Benns Jr
C. E. Cox
Charles Benns, Jr
J. R. Lunsford
Taylor County
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E. Cox
Mgr
Oficial Organ Taylor CO
Jim Ferguson
Roy J. Bond
Pike County
Republican
Pittsfield
Illinois
W. R. Myers
South Pacific Islands
Capt. Myers
Argentine
Spain
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