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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1920
Page
7
The Butler Georgia weekly notes global events and economic issues from open shop to French claims against the United States. It cites open and closed shop debates, high lumber costs from overcutting, and a looming question on settling wartime debts with France.
A Butler Herald editor says papers work for county interests not for candidates. An Atlanta man received a sympathy note with a grave photo for a French WWI death, later corrected as a misfiled record. the man commented on the erroneous report and denied it.
A reflective piece extols remembering life’s good aspects and avoiding dwelling on humanity’s seamy side. It lauds unobtrusive neighbors whose positive influence inspires others, radiates happiness, and shapes a brighter daily life. Selected excerpt emphasizes mutual perception of goodness.
Hughes M. Dorsey appears set to win the U S Senate seat from Georgia with overwhelming county support. Dorsey headquarters report vast voter lists and 100 plus Dorsey Clubs across Georgia, claiming potential victory in more than 100 counties including Fulton.
The Fourth Red Cross Roll Call runs from Armistice Day November 11 to Thanksgiving Day November 25. Dr. Livingston Farrand announced a roll call success with over ten million members, plus eleven million Junior Red Cross. The plan uses funds to aid veterans, maintain health centers, expand nursing, disaster preparedness, home service, and relief in Europe, with Red Cross chapters across the nation. Editorial notes warn against letting politics ruin neighborly friendship and urge unity despite differences.
A brief item notes bouquets laid for Patti Utrown as she bids farewell on stage in Paris, with fans and local scenes marking the event.
George M. Napier of Bexale County urges voters to elect him attorney general. He cites his Solicitor-General service and broad law practice as preparation and asks readers for support, noting thousands of friends across Georgia will back his bid.
The Savannah Press notes President Wilson takes pride in women gaining the right to vote. He urged New Jersey to ratify decades ago and has pushed suffrage nationwide without seeking partisan advantage. After his eight-year term, he supports the national suffrage crusade following the war and calm foregone crises.
An editorial urges restraint on suggestive remarks about young women seen in public. It notes such gossip harms the subjects and spreads hurtful rumors, especially when heard by the sisters of the girl. It calls for speaking considerately to curb malice and maintain decency.
A collection of wry maxims on character money and fate. It notes that waiting can pay off careless men gain credit rarely money saves none and fate tests even the hard headed. A humorous meditation on social folly and everyday hazards.
A compact quotation page presents Aristotle on genius and madness and Confucius on virtue. It asserts that greatness blends madness, and that one should consider others to avoid injury while listing five perfect virtues gravity generosity sincerity earnestness and kindness.
The Macon Telegraph declares Clifford Walker leads in the gubernatorial race and urges regular Democrats to support him to beat Hardwick. It notes Walker’s strength, Walker’s opposition to Hardwick’s steamroller tactics, and cites concerns over delegate selection impacting the contest for senator and governor. Walker is portrayed as the stronger candidate.
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