This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 24 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1939
Page
5
A packed column reflects on postwar Europe with Versailles legacy, looming treaties, and talks on the Democratic national convention. It notes Europe’s unrest, vaccines in the U S, and rising tensions as Adolf Hitler’s aggression hardens the risk of broader conflict. Methodist conferences in Macon near Nov 8 mark regional church activity.
Guy C. Hendry, popular Adel citizen, led the field against seven other candidates for the office of clerk of superior court in Cook County. The election filled a vacancy caused by the death of the incumbent.
The Hawkinsville pastor and the city newspaper editor exchange bouquets, praised as a public servant gesture. Business and industry honored on Labor Day, with workers’ efforts acknowledged as essential to the community, despite no suspension of commerce.
A memorial service in Nashville honors editor Joan Lawerace praised for his life’s worth. The writer vows to attend in spirit and offer prayers if unable to be present in person.
The DeKalb New Era cites the idea that Americans often overlook the true meaning of freedom, a view echoed by the Savannah Press in noting how citizens sing My Country Tis of Thee without fully grasping its significance.
Fulton County sample notes editor Charlie Benns makes trips to nearby towns and returns with vivid scenes of new homes and stores. The piece highlights Hapeville as a charming city led by its editor in Benns absence, mentioning a Bee discovery last week and city paths.
The Weekly Advertiser and The McDonough Advertiser reveal a layout update from 8 pages across 6 columns to 16 pages across 6 columns. J Roy McGinty of the Calhoun Times praises Calhoun and its people. The piece blends sentiment with back-to-school reflections on children starting school and parents funding education.
Poland faces German advances along nearly half its border as German troops move into Slovakia and Germany amid disputes over Danzig and East Prussia. Congratulations to Raymond Duncan of The Ellaville Sun for winning The Atlanta Georgian trophy for best special column, “Schley Slants,” at the Georgia Press Association session.
Editor G. T. Christian of the Alberton Star asks how debtor nations once said bankrupt could fund a new war. He notes the claim that postwar bankruptcy barred repayment and questions where funds come from to wage another conflict.
Dr M D Collins State School Superintendent spoke at a Talbot County teachers gathering in Talbott on Saturday. He urged teachers to reach and teach everyone in their communities by direct and indirect contact to foster pupil understanding, parental involvement, and school cooperation.
Editor W. T. Shytle of the Adel News has returned to his desk following a recent illness. He received care at Adel hospital and was remembered fondly by many friends and local organizations. Shytle has long been a leading figure in Adel's progress.
The Walton News argues that modern youths stray due to lacking parental care and guidance. It contends most trouble stems from fathers failing to shape their sons and mothers guiding their daughters from infancy, warning that near fire leaves scars.
The Buena Vista Loan and Savings Bank marks its fiftieth year of continuous operation, a milestone shared by only a fraction of Georgia banks. The piece highlights Buena Vista’s 1889 bank founding amid railway expansion from Buena Vista to Columbus, and notes Columbus as home to several long-standing banks including Merchants on Mechanics, First National, and Columbus Bank and Trust Co.
Rey. dos, S. Cook of the First Methodist church spoke to young folk this morning. He declared that the world is in a mess and promised to share the naked truth of what he has seen and knows. Time will tell the effect of his words.
The Herald joins Butler residents in warmly welcoming former school faculty returning and new teachers to the community. The piece urges informal acquaintance between teachers and patrons to foster quick rapport and better schoolroom results.
Quote from Monroe Advertiser on the phrase some day as a warning about life choices. It reflects how plans to return to peace, build a fortune, or satisfy desires often fail to materialize and warns that the future cannot be retraced.
Lovelace Eve reports from Tri County News on Third District Congress member Steve Pace recalling the royal visit to the Capitol. Pace describes shaking hands with King George and Queen, noting the queen’s gracious effort and the monarchs’ long, dignified procession in the rotunda.
The Savannah Press argues Germany under Hitler will be checked by Poland and allied powers, predicting air power and blockade will fail to secure quick triumph. It forecasts a drawn-out war into next year with Britain, France, and Allied armies defending Poland, and calls for restraint in entering German cities as conquerors.
The proof reader warns that early judgments often mislead, stressing careful revision before final print.
Motorcade members and residents urge early hard surfacing of unpaved routes linking Lumpkin to Preston, Lumpkin to Cuthbert, Lumpkin to the Canyons, and a Lumpkin Cusseta segment. Rep Stephen Pace and others pledge help to forward the highway improvement program, stressing regional progress and state action.
The Madison Madisonian notes GOP leaders in Georgia aim to field a full slate next year while Democrats align behind a more conservative figure. The piece suggests internal debates and questions loyalty to the party with no move to break away.
General Motors triples income and Bank reserves reach new city peak. Bonds report further advances while clearings rise 1.7 percent over 1988. Foreign purchases resume in April as carloadings fall 2.6 percent. up 13 percent from year ago. Miscellaneous index climbs. Curtiss-Wright posts 3.37 million. South leads rural gain. furniture orders rise 20 percent first half. Pittsburgh business improves. six month earnings rise. Aldrich of Chase National Bank says indicators point to a very level economic path with continued good prospects.
Short aphorisms comment on honesty appearance work love of job curiosity weather signs and gossip. Observations touch on character memory taxes and human nature with a playful tone.
An editor and five journalists publish a book warning of war’s costs. They ask how a family and society would fare if nations resorted to conflict, arguing the 1914 outbreak would have deterred leaders had they foreseen three years of devastation, debt, and rising hate.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.