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The Butler Herald
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VOLUME 73.
BUTLER, TAYLOR COUNTY, GEORGIA, THURSDAY, JUNE, 9, 1949.
Sidewalk
Gleanings
By OLD TIMER
it Was Eighteen years ago this
I June 18th that those in attendance
■ •‘walked out” on a mass-meeting
I the only such incident ever re-
I corded in the county. And again
( when the chairman announced he
would not be governed by parlia
mentary rules . . . The mass-meet-
■ing was called for the purpose of
■obtaining an expression from the
■people on the subject of proposed
■legislation seeking the abolishment
■of the office of County Commis
sioners—three in number—and the
■appointment of a County Manager
tlso the abolishment of the con-
jvict system . . . These 18 years
I have proven the wisdom of the
I leaders of the opposing faction—
l-nost of them now gone to their
I'eward—and the retention of the
I hree - commissioners government;
jiLso of the convict system . . . We
I My every one of the counties in
■lie state to show us a better—
■lien not as well—managed coun-
ly system, or head of and splendid
‘ ork done keeping the unpaved
iublic roads in the county in ex-
llent shape . . . For such serv-
:e we tip our hat to Messrs A. S.
ames,chairman, Jack Peed and W.
Turner, E. C. Oliver, captain of
lur convict system.
Wnile We Look upon green
|astures and admire good herds of
ne cattle over various sections of
faylor county we pause for a
oment every now and then to
y tribute to him who pioneered
cattle-raising in the county and
night it up from its lowest es-
te to its highest pinnacle, and
Bom a meager number to large
:rds that grazed on the rich bot-
;m lands he owned adjacent to
int river in the Northern section
the county. He did not ship—he
L ove them in great number, and
beautiful sight it was—to mar-
t and sold them at fabulous
ices only to use the proceeds
jerefrom in the rearing and best
educational advantages to a
tup of fine daughters and sons
I Dst of whom arc still living and
I ling important stations in
I e ... To him is due credit also
as one of the county's best of-
| dais of his day—that of County
asurer for a number of years
. The gentleman to whom we
or was none other than the
|c Honorable Eugene C. Perkins
n in Talbot county December 5,
0; married Louise Virginia
jolson and moved to Taylor
nty where he engaged in farm
and cattle raising. He was a
n of vision and sound business
ment, investing his earnings
c al tie, pasture and timber land
ich proved profitable to him
his f amily. He contributed
ch as a citizen in an education-
|way through his fine daughters
of whom taught school in
dous parts of the county and
"e. He was generous to a fault,
genial in spirit and always on
optimistic side of life. He
■ ( l D°c. 7, 1941, at the age of
■ His children are: Mrs. W. J
■ son, Butler; Mrs. J. N. Sumner,
■ tester; E. C. Perkins Jr.—died
■ '• 21. 1935; at the time of his
dejth he was serving as county
missioner—Mrs. C. C. Heath
Mrs. Pope Booth, Butler; Miss
a Perkins who continues to
bate the fine farm and cattle
7 miles north of town;
: '■ Perkins, rural mail carrier,
Mil toward; Miss Irene Perkins,
her in Muscogee county schools
mbus; Miss Ernie Perkins,
^B-bei in city schools of Jackson-
I" la., Clem Perkins who died
in early age.
>n Old Book. Descendants of the
lion. J. B. Fowler, for many
yealis clerk of the superior court
^(Taylor county, have in their
iossion an old book that is
Hy prized. It deals with the
ession of faith' put forth by
is and members of the Baptist
aeh in England and adopted by
Baptist association in America
convention in Philadelphia
• 25, 1742. It was printed by
hen C. Ustick in 1798 and sold
Baptist ministers throughout
t nited States . . . And, while
|ning to matters pertaining to
e arly history of America and
particularly that of this sec-
• a most interesting document
hat of a land deed to lot of
Hum to Page 4; No. 1)
AB0UT-T0WN
School groups—two in number,
one enjoying the sights around the
national capitol, the other visiting
points of interest in Florida—have
returned home safely and report
wonderful trips.
A friend having read our item
last week regarding the dye-color
ed egg, sent us by Mr. R. G. Cul-
verhouse, has kindly furnished us
with a magazine article on the
subject that will be used in these
columns in a future issue. Thanks
to our Panhandle friend.
A big dent in the nation’s supply
of socks—manufactured right here
in Butler—is assured with the in
stallation this week of additional
machinery. Included in these ad-
ditionals are 17 knitters, 3 loopers,
1 complete dye and finishing
equipment. When in full opera
tion about 100 employes will ap
pear on the payroll.
The Style Show Tuesday evening
at the Butler school auditorium
sponsored by the American Le
gion Auxiliary went over in a big
way. The costumes were all beau
tiful and the models very at
tractive. Kirven & Co., of Colum
bus, and our own Mrs. Lewis Sea
son are receiving the thanks of
everyone for furnishing an eve
ning of so much enjoyment.
In a hot Saturday night chase
in the western part of the county
led by an Upson county Negro
liquor peddler, Sheriff Charlie
Wright crashed into the car
driven by the Negro, damaging his
own car about $200.00, and tailed
to capture his would-be prisoner.
The Negro fled on foot leaving his
car and whiskey in the hands of
the Sheriff.
Another doctor has been added
to the medical staff in Georgia—
ideation not yet determined—in
medical degrees issued Monday
night at Augusta to Harold Jarrell
son of Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Jarrell
who were present to witness the
happy event. Others present in
cluded Mr. and Mrs. H. G. Cheek,
Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Jarrell, Hon.
Thelmon Jarrell, Miss Mary Luna
Cheek and Dr. F. C. Jarrell Jr.
On our daily round for news
yesterday we dropped in School
Superintendent Elliston’s office,
which is always so neatly kept,
and vases of fresh flowers on all
desks in the room, inquired of
Miss Isolee Jarrell, Mr. Elliston’a
efficient secretary, for tin item of
news and this was her reply:
“Wouldn’t this old world be better
If the folks we meet would say
I know something good about you,
And then treat you just that way.”
We were not eavesdropping, but
the walls were not thick enough to
prevent hearing a dear old sister
advising a bride-to-be as follows:
“One of the leading points in
making a go of any marriage is to
build a home, a place where a
husband will want to come to at
night instead of looking else
where. Have his meals ready on
time, keep everything neat and
above all, be congenial. If a wife
can’t hold her man by doing those
things, then she’d better give up.”
It was with pleasure we heard
Auditor M. A. Chapman say a few
days ago upon completion of the
annual audit of books of the City
of Butler, that Butler is now in
better financial condition than in
many years with a balance of $26,-
000. Further details later. And, in
speaking of audits another remark
was heard most pleasing to us.
That made by auditors for the
county in which they paid high
compliment to Clerk Lovick P.
Anthony of the County Commis-
missioners’ office, and Mr. Clifford
Adams, County Tax Commissioner
and other county officers for the
efficient manner in which they are
handling the books of their office
and, too’ the neatness with which
they are kept.
Butler Girl Receives
Certificate in Nursing
Among those receiving degrees
at Emory University commence
ment exercises last week was Miss
Cathryn Culverhouse of Butler,
who was awarded a certificate in
nursing.
Dr. F. S. Porter To j Reynolds Hi. School REVIVAL at local
NUMBER 34.
Assist In Revival
At Reynolds Church
Revival Begins at Reynolds
Baptist Church Next Sunday
Morning.
Rev. W. B. Hoats, pastor of the
Reynolds Baptist church, spoke in
highest praise of both the min
ister and the singer he had been
fortunate in securing to assist him
in his summer revival scheduled
to begin next Sunday and to con
tinue through June 19th.
Preaching throughout the re
vival will be by Dr. Frederick S.
Porter, who besides his fourteen
years of most appreciated services
as pastor of the First Baptist
church, Columbus, has held some
of the most outstanding pastorates
in the South.
As song leader Mr. Harry
Smith Jr.,, of Mercer University,
comes with the highest recom
mendation, both as choir leader
and director of music and as an
organizer among the young peo
ple. He is a young unmarried man
with pleasing personality.
The public is cordially invited
to attend all or as many of the
servicts as possible.
The hours of worship 'have been
announced as 10 a. m. and 8 p. ni.
Reynolds Baptist Pastor
is Given Appointment
By Mercer Officials
In the re-organization of several
important standing committees un
der and by direction of the of
ficial board, Mercer University, a
meeting of which was held on the
college campus last week, Rev. W.
B. Hoats, pastor of the Reynolds
Baptist church was one of four
outstanding Baptist ministers ap
pointed as a committee to formu
late and energize plans for the Ex
tension Department of Christian
Education for Ministers in Geor
gia.
Other members are Rev. W. F.
Self, Dr. E. M. Highsmith, Rev. W.
W. Williams and Rev. James Bur
rell.
One of the first official acts of
the newly appointed committee
was the employment of Gorney
Brand, Professor of Bible at Brew-
ton-Parker Baptist College, as Su
perintendent of Missions for the
Rehoboth Association. Mr. Brand
will begin his new duties Sept. 1.
Requests Acreage Report
County PMA Committee
The County PMA Committee re
quests that, every farm owner or
operator file a report of crop acre
ages planted on the farm during
the period 1945-1949. This acreage
report is needed at once since the
committee expects to soon begin
work on the 1950 allotments.
The county committee is es
pecially anxious that the acreages
for farms on which wheat was
planted during one or-more of the
past five years be reported at once
since June 15 has been set as the
deadline for filing wheat acreages.
This immediate filing is necessary
since wheat allotments must be
determined and the farmers noti
fied of the farm allotments prior
to a referendum.
The members of the committee
realize that farmers are busy with
farm work but again stress the
importance of these acreage re
ports.
Sister and Brother
Win Enviable Honors at
Reynolds High School
Miss Sylvia Swearingen, an 8th
grade pupil, won the medal fo.
making highest average in school
work in high school during the
year.
Robert Swearingen, Jr. ( a sixth
grade pupil, won the prize for
making highest average in school
work in the grammar school for
the year.
Sylvia and Robert are the chil
dren of Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Swear -
ington, prominet Reynolds citizens
Honors and Awards baptist church begins
For 1948-49 Term
Honors and Awards Presented
To Students at Graduation
Exercises, Reynolds School.
Awards for Term
1. General Excellency Medal:
Sylvia Swearingen.
2. Best Grammar School Pupil:
Robert Swearingen; average 95.87.
3. Best Attendance Record: Chas.
Nelson; Seven years perfect at
tendance.
4. History Medal Awarded by
Woodmen of the World—Mary
Blair, Grade Seven.
5. Current Events Medal:
Awarded by American Education
Press; Betty Nelson, Grade Ten.
6. Mercer Scholarship: Edwards
Cooper.
7. American Legion Auxiliary
Essay Contest: Betty Nelson,
Grade Ten, First Place.
Attendance
First Grade: Kenneth Hartman
and Wynona Hartley.
Third Grade: Tommy Martin.
Fourth Grade: Frank Eubanks.
Fifth Grade: Swilling McElmur-
ray, Mylodine Hartley, Dannie
Lane, Ben Posey and Betty Chil-
dree.
Sixth Grade: Geraldine Mc
Daniel.
Seventh Grade: Lillian Byrd,
Shirley Hobbs, Betty Joyce Mc
Daniel, Joyce McDaniel and Les
ter Slaton.
Eighth Grade: Mattie Lou Eu
banks, Lawrence Hortman, Paul
Bartlett and Sylvia Ann Hartman.
Ninth Grade: Jean Crooke and
Reathalyne Byrd.
Eleventh Grade: Edwards
Cooper Sydney Freeman, Charles
Nelson, Betty Pierce, Margaret
Posey, Clifford Whatley and
Leonard Whatley.
Honor Roll
Fourth Grade: Geneva Cum
mings.
Fifth Grade: Donnie Lane, Mary
Ann Trussell.
Sixth Grade: Robert Swearingen
Seventh Grade: Mary Blair.
Eighth Grade: Sylvia Swearin
gen.
Uncle of Cashier Adams
Honored at Franklin, Ga.
On Birthday Anniversary
Franklin, Ga., June 1—Rev. J. C.
Adams was honored Thursday,
when the members of the six
churches he serves entertained at
the Franklin Methodist church in
celebration of his 68th birthday
anniversary.
Rev. W, M. Twiggs, superintend
ent of the LaGrange district of the
Methodist church, also assisted in
planning the affair which was a
surprise to the honor guest.
Rev. Twiggs addressed the group
and presented Rev. Adams a gift of
cash in behalf of the membership
of the six churches he serves.
Brother Adams made an ap
propriate response. -
An embossed birthday cake
holding 68 candles was presented
him.
Punch and cookies were served
by Mrs. W. M. Lipford, president
of the Woman’s Society for Chris
tian Service of the Franklin
Methodist Church assisted by of
ficers and members of the Socie
ties of Cent.valhatchee, Harmony,
Franklin, Hillcrest, Salem and
Wesley Chapel Methodist church
es.
Note—Rev. J. C. Adams is a na
tive of Butler the son of the late
Rev. and Mrs. J. T. Adams and
an uncle of Mr. L. R. Adams,
cashier of the Citizens State Bank
of this city.
Reynolds Young Men
Attends "Boys State"
Rudolph Parks, son of Mr. and
Mrs. R. H. Parks of Reynolds, left
Sunday for Boys’ State at Bar
Rest Ranch, Warm Springs where
he will represent his home town
of Reynolds during the camp
which will last for one week.
Rudolph was chosen by the
Reynolds Lions Club who are de
fraying all expenses for the trip.
The camp is also sponsored by the
Reynolds American Legion Post
No. 187.
SUNDAY, JUNE 19th
Rev. Judson Burrell of Columbus,
To Be Visiting Minister During
Series of Meetings.
The annual revival will begin at
the Bntler Baptist Church Sunday
evening, June 19 and continue
through the following Sunday,
June 26.
Rev. Judson Burrell, pastor of
the Rose Hill Baptist church of
Columbus will assist the local
pastor, Rev,. Eugene Daily during
the series of meetings.
Mr. John Davis of Chattanooga,
Tenn., son-in-law of Mr. J. F.
Sikes of Butler will assist during
the revival as song leader.
It is announced that there will
be preaching twice each day at
11 o’clock each morning and at 8
p. m.
Rev. W. E. Hightower
Will Supply at Rural
Churches Next Sunday
Preaching at Mauk 10 a. m.
Rev. W. E. Hightower will occupy
the pulpit in absence of the pas
tor who is attending annual con
ference. Sunday School following
morning worship. Mrs. B. S. Park
er, superintendent.
Sunday school at the Howard
church 10:30 a. m., Mr. H. A.
Sealy, superintendent. Preaching at
11:30 by Rev. W. E. Hightower.
At the 8 o’clock evening hour
there will be installation of the
officers of the WSCS.
Brother Hightower', a long-time
friend and former pastor of the
Butler and Howard Charges, will
bring the messages Sunday morn
ing at both the Howard and Mauk
churches'. We are sure many will
want to renew their friendship and
be present at those services to
worship with Bro. Hightower lead
ing. ■
At the evening hour at Howard
the new officers in the WSCS will
be installed for the ensuing year.
It is hoped that a number will be
able to attend several of the An
nual Conference sessions in Co
lumbus this week, but it is also
important to be in our appointed
places at the regular hours of
worship.
J. W. M. Stipe, Pastor.
Pastor at Mt. Pisgah
Will Select Sunday’s
Theme from Rom. 8:19
Sunday School at 10:30 a. m.;
Carrol Peacock, Supt.; good classes
for all ages. .
Preaching at 11:30 a. m. by the
pastor. Please read the Sth chap
ter of Romans. Our text will be
the 19th verse. Everything awaits
the manifestation of the sons of
God. Our economic, political, so
cial, and Christian life can be
solved only as we produce men
and women who are truly the sons
of God. Hear this message and
bring some friend with you.
Preaching Sunday evening at
7:30, with devotional of song and
praise for thirty minutes followed
by sermon by the pastor at 8
o’clock.
We urge the presence of all the
citizens of the community and
cordially invite the public to wor
ship with us.
Pray for the pastor.
Rev. J. H. Stanford, Pastor.
Dr. Sams’ Hospital
In Reynolds To
Open On June 20
Dr. Edward C. Whatley, Native
Of Reynolds Is Added to
Hospital Staff.
The citizens of Taylor and ad
joining counties will hail with de
light announcement of, the open
ing date—Monday, June 20th—of
the Dr. F. H. Sams hospital at
Reynolds.
The attractive new fire-proof
steam-heated building, erected
just off the public square a
short distance west of the Ctiizens
State Bank in Reynolds, designed
by Dennis & Dennis, Architects,
Macon, and erected by Mr. Vernon
Allgood contractor of Butler, is
nearing completion and is be
ing equipped with the latest in X-
Ray and other modern equipment
including operating room, labora
tory, kitchen, nursery, private
rooms and public wards. There will
be fifteen self-adjustable beds.
As resident physician, besides
Dr. Sams, will be Dr. Edward C.
Whatley, son of Dr. and Mrs. C.E.
Whatley, who is a graduate of
Emory University and until re
cently an intern at North Carolina
Baptist Hospital at Winston-
Salem, N.’C. While serving with
the U. S. Medical corps for two
years during World War II Dr.
Whatley was stationed at Rad-
riguez, San Juan, Puerto-Rico.
Dr. Sams, owner and manager, is
a native of Dalton, Ga. After re
ceiving his college degrees, both
literary and professional he served
his intership at a Macon hospital.
He served three years with the
Medical corps, as Major in the U.
S. Army, most of which was spent
overseas during World War II. In
April 1936 Dr. Sams moved to
Reynolds and for several years was
associated with Dr. S. H. Bryan in
the practice of medicine through
out this section. He married Miss
Lois Newsom, daughter of Mr. J.
C. Newsom and the late Mrs. New-
some, and they have three chil
dren.
Miss Frances Oliver
Assumes Duties As
Taylor County Nurse
Miss Frances Oliver of Thomas-
ton last week accepted the position
as County Nurse for Taylor coun
ty assuming her duties here June
1st. /
This county has been without
the assistance f a nurse since
the death of Miss Sara Windham in
1946.
Miss Oliver’s office is located in
the Home Economics room at the
local school building. She will be
at her office all day Wednesdays
and until noon Saturdays for tho
purpose of giving immunizations
and other health services. Other
days will be spent out in other
sections of the county.
Miss Oliver is making her
home with Mr. and Mrs. J. R.
Wilson in this city.
Outstading Shows
At The Grand Theatre
During Coming Week
Local Merchant
Receives 'Warning’ Letter
From Unknown Party
The following letter of warning
was received last Saturday by Mr.
L. M. Doyel, well-known Butler
merchant, and has been turned
over to F. B. I. agents for investi
gation. The letter was mailed at
Columbus, and read as follows:
Warning
“You can sell all the groceries
you can in Butler but stay out of
the country.”
In addition to their usual run of
good shows the management of
the Grand Theatre of Reynolds
would like to call especial atten
tion to two outstanding attractions
at their theatre within the coming
week.
Next Sunday and Monday the
Grand is showing "The Best Years
of Our Lives” starring Myrna Loy,
Frederis March, Dana Andrews,
Teresa Wrightm and Virginia
Mayo. This show has won eight
academy awards and has been
showing in some of the largest
theaters at high prices for some
time, now the Grand brings it to
you at regular low admission
price.
Thursday evening, June 16, the
Grand is presenting on its stage
in person ’’The Georgia Wrang-
| lers” of Thomastcn. These popular
j entertainers will bring you a one
and a half hour show that will be
well worth while. Admission for
the Thursday evening show will
be 25c and 50c; the time, 8:30
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