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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1932
Page
7
Edgar A. Guest reflects on being remembered for kindness not fame. A simple act, like carrying marigold cl flowers for a sick stranger, far outweighs wealth. The poem urges mercy over success and asks why love and mercy should be reserved for the powerful. Small deeds bring comfort to sorrowful hearts and seed courage.
Mrs. Maggie Hall is visiting Griffin as a guest of Hayes Griffin. Ouida Turk visits Davisboro to see her daughter Mrs Shepherd. Mr. and Mrs Lowery Riley of Atlanta guests of Mrs Julia Riley. Beulah Moulton and Lena Poole dine with J Moultons of Ellaville, Sunday. Home Demonstration Agent Marion County, Mrs Gunner, visited Butler. Mrs Gordon Jinks of Atlanta to visit her mother Elizabeth Gill. State Democratic convention attendees in Macon. Floyd Frederick and son from Milledgeville guests of the Chapmans. Epworth League held a weiner roast near Fountain’s Lake. O M Martin and others visited Mrs Chas Fickling. Frank Wilson and children from Columbus visited the Amoses. Mrs Julian Edwards and son Ward visiting parents R L Brown. Mrs A H Holiday and John Sorrells of Montezuma visitors. attended Taylor County Fair. Missionary Auxiliary met and discussed spiritually profitable matters. Miss Mary Johnson and others recent visitors to Atwater. Nettie B Hill returned home after visits to Camilla. Mrs Willie G Williams and Mrs 0 Bright of Camilla visited. Bright’s children accompanied her home. Mr and Mrs J H Jackson and others connected with Highway Department transferred to Griffin. many new friends made in Butler.
A monetary reward is offered for the return of two rat puppies taken from my residence in Butler on September 26. Contact DF Chapman in Butler, Georgia for information leading to their recovery.
On October 1 Judge L T Peed officiated the marriage of William Arbuthnot and Emmilee Wainwright. Earlier on September 20 Clifford Montgomery wed Willie Mae Windham in a separate ceremony.
The Butler School reports corrected grammar notes, with seventh grade under Miss Turner subscribing to the paper. Grammar grades showcase posters, product fairs, and tuition payers, while health programs and room beautification mark the term. Senior and junior classes list officers and sizes as chapel talks by Rev. Hobbs inspire students.
On September 24 Mr. H. A. Scott and Miss Alice Windham were united in marriage with L. T. Peed, Ordinary, officiating.
The Fidelis Class of Junction City Baptist Sunday school met at Miss Annie Laura Morgan's home to elect new officers. Officers chosen include Edyth Parks as President and Margaret McGinty as Vice President. A social hour followed with several members and guests in attendance.
The annual Taylor county singing convention will be held at Butler High School building Sunday. Public invited and all singers urged to attend for a good day. L. E. Morrell acting president. Also, due to court in session, American Legion Auxiliary will meet at Masonic Hall instead of the courthouse on Friday at 8 pm October 7.
Butler Georgia resident Jessie Jones advertises seven years of experience in sewing machine repair and parts, offering Singer agency service. She is located at Mr J R Wilson's store and will demonstrate machines. letters or calls answered promptly.
Mrs R A Scandrett warns no building shooting or tree cutting or shrubbery digging in the gulley area as it is private property and should be respected.
A notice from L. H. Vanlandingham of Howard Georgia seeks a used No 6 McCormick mower frame No M 1435 in good condition at a low cash price. The advertisement targets local buyers with a quick sale aim and cash handling.
Mr W H Ivey died at his home near Charing on September 24 after months of paralysis. He married Ella Parks on June 30, 1801, and known as Mr Billie. He joined Mt Nebo Primitive Baptist Church in 1917 and was ordained deacon in 1920. Remains laid in Bloodworth cemetery September 25. Survived by widow, nine children, one brother in Oklahoma, one sister, and fourteen grandchildren. Funeral conducted by Elder J F Knott.
The family of W. H. Ivey thanks friends and especially Dr. Jordan of Ellaville and Dr. Boytt of Buena Vieta for many kindnesses shown during the illness and death of their husband and father. May God bless them. Signed Mrs. W. H. Ivey and Children.
The Georgia delegates recount the 12th annual National American Legion Auxiliary convention in Portland Oregon September 12 to 15. Miss Leila Summerall led state delegates with others from Griffin Decatur Albany Swainsboro and Douglas. They traveled through Omaha Posatello and Boise aboard the Commander's Special arriving to roses and welcome. The event featured committee meetings a past presidents dinner a long parade and the States Dinner with colonial costumes and decorated tables. The Poppy Anchor ceremony aboard the Battleship Oregon honored Admiral Benson. National officers for 1932 38 were elected across several states with Blackburn Schell Howell Corbin Heider Allbee Allen McDowell Doyle and others named.
The piece laments a shallow era in education and faith and warns fourth class people who fail by starting too late. It urges young high school students to set clear goals and begin diligent work now to avoid losing precious time and opportunity.
A devotional study on the home as a testing ground for Christian character, drawing from Joseph and Mary and Martha and Mary of Bethany. It emphasizes parental discipline, reverence for God, and prioritizing spiritual growth, citing Jesus as the model of wisdom and devotion in family life.
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