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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1913
Page
1
Mrs Edna Forins Godbee was found guilty of murdering Mrs Florence Godbee and the post office death of Judge Walter S Godbee in Millen Georgia. She received a life sentence and showed remarkable composure as the verdict was read. Her daughter sobbed as the decision was announced.
Talbot county superior court recessed for two weeks after a busy civil docket and a report from the grand jury noting about 80 true bills, with 40 returned on the first day. The criminal docket opens Monday and includes several cases against black defendants for killings, likely stretching the week.
Democratic Floor Leader Oscar W Underwood signals plans for May Rui to enter the United States Senate race from Alabama. In a Birmingham telegram Hanson of Birmingham reports Rui intends to run after delaying tariff legislation, with an announcement expected soon after the tariff bill reaches the president.
Millen witnesses a violent ambush as two Black youths fire on W. L. Wimberly and Miss Julie Butler near town. Butler is badly shot in the face while Mrs. Wimberly suffers less severe injuries. Suspects remain at large. Police have not identified a motive.
Bil Clark a 60 year old Colquitt county farmer was shot dead at Fulton Crosby’s home in a family feud dispute over land lines. Crosby fled after the shooting as deputies sought him. The clash followed wood cutting along the boundary and threats of violence among relatives.
Americus news confirms a competitive examination for a West Point vacancy from the third district will be held in Americus on October 12. Congressman Charles R. Crisp announced the appointment and J. E. Mathis, superintendent of Americus schools, will direct the exam with help from district educators.
For sale at a bargain a 120 horsepower boiler and a 16 horsepower engine. R D Cole make good addition. Price $200. Interested parties contact T J Ivar Route 1. Terms will be stated. Write to Woodruff Manufacturing Co. ininder Ga. 2t
A major theft unfolds as a sealed express safe containing about 71 900 dollars in currency is found empty after a train shipment from New York arrives in Savannah. About 59 000 dollars is traced to the Savannah Bank and Trust Company, with remaining funds tied to Brunswick and Valdosta banks. Police and express officials withhold further details.
Atlanta September 11 the state prison board recommends a full pardon for Dr W J McNaughton who is under a hanging sentence for the murder of Fred Flanders in Emanuel county. The report was sent to Governor Slaton with a separate note from Commissioner Patterson arguing for commutation to life imprisonment. The condemned physician is held in Chatham county jail amid local tension while Mrs Flanders has not been tried. The case has passed all courts including the U S Supreme Court.
The Georgia State Fair runs October 21 to 31 in Macon promising top exhibits and many features. Barnum & Bailey circus performs on October 24 on the fair grounds as part of special days and daily events noted as worthwhile.
Paris fashion leaders of the modern sex tint their complexions to match dress hues. We wonder how a woman in a plaid dress will meet the fashion emergency.
A congressional letter from C R Crisp announces a competitive West Point appointment for white district boys. Exam in Analyticus, GA on October 11, 1813 with March 1914 admissions. top exam score gains, next two as alternates. Eligibility: ages 17-22, height 5'4", physically sound, unmarried.
In Atlanta on September 13, Commerce edged out Madison and Covington to host the Georgia Weekly Press Association meeting. Editors J Shannon and Paul Harber led arguments with support from local citizens. a July 14-15 gathering was set and plans promised a warm welcome.
A telephone note from Marion County reports the death of Mr Will Barker near Sit Olive. He reportedly shot himself with a Winchester rifle while in bed. His wife slept through the shot and awoke to find him dead. the Marion County officials handle the case.
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