f t Department of Mrchives General Library University of Georgia Athens, Georgia I ^ lAthens, Georgia The Taylor County News and The Butler Herald A Prize-Winning Newspaper 1968 Better Newspaper Contests 95th Year, No. 5 South Main St. P.O. Box 577 Butler, Georgia 31006 Friday, January 31, 1969 Legion Auxiliary Honors Patients On Birthdays I WAS in a peculiar position the other night when Taylor County played Northside High School in Warner Robins. I presently have sentiments for both schools. For Taylor County because it’s my alma mater and for Northside because of friends there now. So I kept switching sides throughout the game, trying to make everyone happy. Being in the newspaper business gets tricky sometimes. When I was on the Northside side, 1 kept getting glances from the “home folks”. When I moved to the Taylor County side, I got more glances from the Northside people. * * * I WAS very much interested to find out why the Taylor County varsity boys’ team didn’t play the Northside varisty. It had been rumored in Warner Robins that the Taylor County team didn’t want to play a AAA school. After talking at length with coach Sandy Harris, I found out the truth. It seems that coach Harris had requested to play the AAA school, but they refused. When you really think about it, Northside would have everything to loose and Taylor County everything to gain. If Northside won, the Vikings could just chalk it up to being defeated by a larger AAA school. But if Taylor County won, then Northside would have to live with the fact that a Class “C” school had beaten them. So, all’s well that end’s well. They didn’t have to play, so nobody lost or won. * * * THE LADY Vikings, of course, downed the 1968 AA state champion Northside Eaglettes for the second time this season. But, it was expected. I took Tennessee Vikings-Eaglettes Tuesday night. It seems that in Knoxville, Tenn. they don’t have girls basketball, and he had never seen a girls’ game. He said he had heard they played slow and there wasn’t much action. He was shocked when he saw Sissy Riley and her state winning teammates take the floor. His only comment afterwards was, “It’s different from what I expected.” * * * THE TAYLOR County “B” team met the Northside “B” team in a preliminary game last Tuesday night. The NHS Eagles downed the Junior Vikings, but not without a good fight. The Northside juniors had been told they were going to play the Taylor County varsity. This had been worrying me all week because I couldn’t figure out the reasoning behind such an arrangement. But, the two “B” teams met, which was more to my liking. For some reason the AAA school thought their “B” team would down the varsity without any trouble, just because they were playing a class “C” school. But, they found trouble in defeating the “B” team, coached by Dwight Harris. * * * ANYWAY ALL are happy now, but I just felt that a few facts needed to be revealed concerning this contest. I found it interesting while sitting on the Northside side of the gym to listen to comments when the La y Vikings came on the court. I overheard someone say, “Look at that red-headed girl. Boy is she tall.” Of course they Reynold Womans Club To Meet The Reynolds Woman’s Club will meet Wednesday, February 5, at 3:30 p.m. at the Club House with the president, Mrs. Walter Forsling, presiding. The program will be presented by the Home Life Department. Mrs. Martin Austen of Perry will be the guest speaker. Her subject will be “Interior Decorating”. Mrs. E. C. Whatley will introduce the speaker. Hostesses will be Mrs. D. W. Payne, Mrs. M. B. Shepherd and Mrs. W. T. Whatley. Funeral Rites Held Monday For Mr. Taunton Funeral services for James Grady Taunton were held at 4 p.m., Monday, from the Bethlehem Primitive Baptist Church with the Rev. Woodrow Hudson, pastor of he Butler Baptist Church, officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery. Mr. Taunton was bom in Taylor County, December 7, 1899, son of the late William Berry and Annie Theus Taunton. He was married to the former Miss Ardelle Spillers and had made his home in the county for his entire lifetime. He was a farmer. He died early Sunday at the Sams-Whatley Hospital in Reynolds of a heart condition, after a brief illness. Surviving in addition to his wife, Mrs. Ardelle Taunton, are two daughters, Mrs. Robert Phelps of Connecticut and Mrs. Bill Wall of Ellaville; two sons, Hilton E. and Thomas H. Taunton of Butler; three sisters, Mrs. L. B. Locke of Pensacola, Fla., Mrs. Archie Barfield and Mrs. J. M. Bone of Butler and four brothers, H.T., T.W., Howard W. and Eulan Taunton all of Butler. Ten grandchildren also survive. Edwards Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements with Floyd Brewer, Alex Davis, Bill Amos, Jim Gibson, W.S. Payne naturally an( j Herman Hill serving as pallbearers. Members of the Butler Unit 124 of the American Legion Auxiliary have chosen o become helpers for the Ideal Nursing Home as a project and for the first visit to the home, the ladies gave a birthday party for all those celebrating birthdays in January. Honored on the occasion were Mrs. Frances Gooding, whose birthday is January 20, and Seab Jones, whose birthday is celebrated on January 11. Mrs. E. B. Wilson, president of the group, presided at the opening session and then the ladies were accompanied at the piano by Mrs. Hazel Whatley while they sang songs of days gone by while the patientsjoined in with gusto. They enjoyed the old melodies and the singing. Mrs. Lewis Beason gave a reading and then Mrs. Herman Amos and Mrs. J. M. Rustin were assisted by Mrs. C. S. Sawyer in serving the cake. The ladies plan to visit the home often and visit with the patients and do some of the errands for them as well as read to them and just enjoy spending time talking with and listening to them. County Commissioners Meet, Taxes, Salaries Discussed IT’S BIRTHDAY PARTY TIME at the Ideal Nursing Home as the patients enjoy their ice cream and cake. a friend from to the Lady game last Special Music At Butler Baptist “Good News” is coming to the Butler Baptist Church. This special youth program will be presented at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, by the Youth Choir of the First Baptist Church of Columbus. Performed at the Ridgecrest Baptist Assembly last summer this program has been widely acclaimed throughout the South. The public is invited. Fred Brown To Lead University Political Party Fred Brown was recently elected President of the predominant political party of the University of Georgia. The United Party, a coalition political unit which gained control of University Government last spring, has selected Fred as its first elected president. Fred is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Brown of Howard and is presently teaching in Athens. Upson Tech Now Taking Students In Electronics Upson Tech’s evening program in Basic Electronic Technology is again open for additional students who have an ambition to work in this technical field. Classes are conducted each Monday and Tuesday nights from 6:25 to 10:35 at Upson Tech. Employment as an electronic technician is now, and will, in the future be excellent. The cost is $10 per quarter plus the price of text books. Persons interested in pursuing this technical skill should apply at Upson Tech after 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday. HONOR GUESTS-Jones and Gooding-wait at the table while Mrs. Rustin and Mrs. Amos cut the cake. McDougald FHA Group Makes Big Plans For Year Vontella Huffman Scores Superior In State Meet Miss Vontella Huffman received a Superior rating of 96 in the State GIA Fine Arts Festival held at Hunt High School in Fort Valley, Saturday. She represented R. L. McDougald High School and District 3 at the festival which consisted of First place winners from districts all over the state. The participants did not compete among themselves but against a criterion set up by the directors of fine arts. The judging was very rigid and out of some 25 orations and dances only three superior ratings were awarded. Miss Huffman captivated the audience with her splendid presentations entitled “Education: Key To a Black Man’s Survival” and was thereby awarded the highest rating of the meet. A a average score of 94 from three judges was necessary to obtain a superior rating. We all in Taylor County are very proud of Miss Huffman as this was her fifth superior rating in succession dating back to her first competitive oration during her freshman year. She has never lost a meet, district or State. She has also been a leading actress in three first place plays and has once been voted best leading actress. Miss Huffman is active in all school activities, an honor student and an officer of the F. H. A. where she is seeking an advance State degree. She is an outstanding participant in ‘‘Project Day”. A special assembly was called and high school students got an opportunity to hear Miss Huffman’s oration. A tribute was paid for her accomplishments. The Future Homemakers of America are still making progress for the year. In December, homes were visited, boxes of toys and clothes were distributed. The clean up, build up and fix up campaign is still Military Rites In Washington For Freeman Funeral rites for the late Benjamin J. Freeman, Taylor County native, were held Wednesday, January 22, at Hazen and Jaeger Funeral Home in Spokane, Washington, with full military rites. The Rev. Richard Tuff officiated and burial was in the Pines Cemetery in Spokane. Mr. Freeman, son of the late Fred N. and Mae Amerson Freeman, was born April 1, 1926, in Eufaula, Ala. Following the death of his mother at an early age, he came to live with his grandparents, the late Mr. and Mrs. Gilas N. Freeman, in Reynolds. He was retired from military service after serving over 20 years with the Armed Forces in Germany, England, Korea and various stateside assignments. He died Saturday after open heart surgery in a Spokane Hospital. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Stephanie Marzin Freeman of Spokane; two sons, Freddie and James Freeman of Spokane; four sisters, Mrs. Edna Lane and Mrs. Lois Hartley of Reynolds, Mrs. Kate Stringfellow of Talbotton and Mrs. Lila Reese of Macon. Several nieces and nephews and two aunts, Mrs. George Trussed of Reynolds and Mrs. Alma Garrett of Macon, also live in this area. John Purvis To Attend Meeting John L. Purvis of Butler and Americus was chosen as one of the four students from Georgia Southwestern College to attend the “Banking Today” program at the University of Georgia on January 24-25. This is a project sponsored by the Georgia Bankers Association to acquaint college seniors with the career opportunities available in the modern banking profession. John, the son of Mr. and I, Mr. Maryland, her advisor Mrs. Carroll Purvis, formerly of during all of her successes, Charing, is a senior in business would like to offer a special administration. He is a public “Congratulations” and express my thanks to her for making my job easy by her persistance and eagerness, and wish for her much success in life. graduate School. Butler open. For January other school projects have been added to the list. The clinic will be continued and new projects include Faculty Lounge, decoration for lunchroom tables, honor the Boy of the Month, special program for Mothers and Fathers, Heart Sister Week and Special Clothes Bank. Others will be announced. Several F.H.A.'ers took part in other programs of the school and credit will be "'ven to the F.H.A.‘ers for the year. One of the main features for December was the F.H.A.‘ers entertainment for members of the Faculties of W.E. Parker and R. L. McDougald School, a Buffet Luncheon using a Christmas Theme. The table was decorated in red and white. There was a complete meal planned and served by F.H.A. Tokens of appreciation were given to some of the key people of the county. The Student Teachers, and one of the Teachers, Mrs. H. M. Hamilton, were honored with a special luncheon, given in honor of Mrs. Hamilton who resigned in December from the McDougald Family. Special tokens were awarded to Mrs. Hamilton and Student Teachers. Mrs. Hamilton had worked closely with the F.H.A. and certainly she will be missed. Watch for our article next week. Dr.Homer Adams To Speak For Nazarene Meet Dr. Homer Admas now working in Fulton County, but formerly a professor at Trevecca Nazarene College in Tennessee will be the guest speaker for the Youth Rally at the Butler Church of the Nazarene. The service is planned to begin at 7:30 p.m, Friday night, at the church. The pastor, the Rev. Jim Pritchett, and congregation extends a warm welcome to the youth of the area to attend. Refreshments will be served following the service. Kimble Assigned To Vietnam Job Army Private First Class William A. Kimble, 23, nephew of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Mason of Butler, was assigned as a light equipment repairman with the Americal Division in Vietnam, Dec. 15. DAVIS IS COUNTY ATTORNEY The new Board of Commissioners, newly elected members, Bob Brunson of Reynolds and Jack Turner of Mauk, and re-elected member, Murray Jarrell of Butler, took their oath of office and assume their duties on January 1 for four years. Their first official act was to choose a chairman and a county attorney. The members chose to serve a year as chairman, taking turns with Jarrell to serve for the next year, Brunson to serve in 1970 and Turner in 1971. Alex Davis was chosen to succeed Charles Stone as County Attorney. Mr. Stone’s appointment had expired. The Commissioners held two called meetings in addition to their regular meeting in an effort to become better acquainted with their job. They plan to continue holding meetins as deemed necessary for operation of county affairs. An audit of the county books as well as the books of the Ordinary, Clerk, Tax Commissioner and Sheriff was ordered. Results of this audit will be published in the official county paper as soon as it is completed so that the citizens may be informed of the financial status of the county. The Tax Commissioner, Sheriff and County Attorney met with the Commissioners to determine the status of delinquent taxes. The BULLETIN Legal advertisements included in this issue notes the legislation to be introduced by Representative Ward Edwards for raising the salaries of the County Commissioners and of the Coroner. These advertisements may be found on page four. Commissioners directed the proper authorities to immediately proceed with the collection of alldelinquent taxes including those of 1968. All unpaid taxes were declared delinquent as of January 18, 1969, and began accruing a penalty and interest charge. The Sheriff and Attorney were instructed to notify delinquet taxpayers by letter that they had 90 days or until April 18 to pay all taxes plus penalty and interest. After that time any delinquet taxes not paid will be declared subject to the necessary legal action provided by law. This will also necessitate additional court costs to the taxpayer. The Board of Comissioners wish to advise all citizens that they are willing to serve at any time and also welcome their advice at any time as to the best way in which they can be of service. Due to the increasing burden placed by demand of time and effort on the shoulders of the Board of Commissioners, they feel that they should be compensated for this time on a realistic basis. Therefore they have asked their representative to introduce legislation as noted elsewhere in this issue which will raise their compensaiton for the job. They feel that this is not a one day a month affair and if they are to serve the citizens on a day to day basis, they should spend more time on county matters and should therefore be compensated likewise. JAYCEE CALENDAR Jan. 31 - Region meeting in LaGrange. Meet at Smith’s Pharmacy no later than 5:15 p.m. Feb. 6-Local meeting in Bone Motor Hotel at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 7-Be at Taylor County High School Gymnatorium to work in concession stand at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 15--Jaycee valentine party at Flintside Care at 8:00 p.m. Feb. 21, 22 and 23 - Winter State Board Meeting in Savannah. Your host will be the Garden City Jaycees. Mrs. Billy Amos To Speak To The Garden Club Here Mrs. Billy Amos will be the guest speaker for the February meeting of the Butler Garden Club when it meets at the Community House on February 5 at 3 p.m. Mrs. Amos will speak on the many uses of vermiculite in the home garden. Mrs. T. L. Fountain, president, will lead the business session and has asked each member to bring a suggestion Legion Auxiliary f° r the . prop"™ next year to Butler Unit 124 of the be ,ncluded ,n the new year American Legion Auxiliary will meet Friday, Feb. 7, at 3:30 book to month. be made year up next p.m. at the home of Mrs. W. H. Mott. The program will be on “Americanism”. Hostesses will be Mrs. W. H. Mott and Mrs. J. J. Bone. Hostesses for the afternoon will be Mrs. Luke Adams, Mrs. Bill Bazemore, Mrs. E. H. Bazemore and Mrs. W. E. Hightower. /on If a better car or a second car is in your family’s future be sure to check ‘Autos For Sale’ column. Rites Held For Donnie Hudgens, TCHS Senior Last rites for Donnie Alford Hudgens, Taylor County High School Senior, were held at 4 p.m., Friday, from the Faith Baptist Church. The Rev. Dock Cauley, pastor of the church, officiated with interment in the Bethel Cemetery near Butler. Born in Columbus, February 15, 1948, Donnie had lived in Taylor County for 12 years. He was the son of Thomas A. and Rosalee Daily Hudgens and was attending the Taylor County High School where he would have been graduated in June. He died Wednesday at the Riverside Hospital in Montezuma after a brief illness. Members of the Taylor County High Senior Class served as an honorary escort with she members, Henry Anthony, Johnny McRee, Edward Arnold, Murray Walker, Danny Perkins and Jimmy Minor serving as active pallbearers. Edwards Funeral Home was in charge. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Hudgens; three sisters, Mrs. Alice Faye Young, Misses Janice and Nancy Hudgens all of Butler; four brothers, David, Rufus and Alfred Hudgens and James Thomas Hogan all of Butler; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Maude Daily of Butler and paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. S. R. Hudgens of Columbus. Several aunts and uncles also survive. Church Of God Slates Revival Revival services will begin at the Fickling Mill Church of God, Friday, January 31. Services will get underway at 7:30 p.m. except Sunday which will start at 6 p.m. The pastor, the Rev. Bill Simmons, will be the speaker. Everyone is invited to attend. T. C. Hi-liteS by KAREN PARKS PRISCILLA JONES, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roy F. Jones, is president of the Future Homemakers, vice president of the Future Business Leaders of America and an active member of the Beta Club. She is an alto in the Glee Club and sang in the high school trio last year. She has participated in the One-Act play and is a member of the Debate Team. Cooking is her favorite pasttime. After graduation, she plans to attend Middle Georgia College. by MARTHA WINTERS LINDA JOINER, voted most valuable guard in the State Tournament in 1968, is presently a Senior at Taylor County High School. Linda is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Buren Joiner. She is an officer in the Future Homemakers of America, serving as public relations chairman. After graduation, Linda plans to attend South Georgia Vocational Technical School. Her chosen field is Cosmetology. Yearbook Plans by RANDY LOWE The members of the Taylor County High School Annual Staff worked hard Monday selling ads to finance the 1969 Valhalla. They have set aside three weeks for a campaign to sell advertising and to sell subscriptions for the 1969 yearbook in order to finance the edition. Members of the staff split up into groups to visit surrounding towns as well as local merchants in the county to sell advertising. They hope to publish the largest and best annual ever at the school. Landscaping by CLAIRE ELLISTON Taylor County High School has taken on a new look since Christmas Holidays. The north side of the building has been landscaped by Mr. Markette from the nursery in Americus and a variety of evergreens set out. The PTA Grounds Committee, consisting of Mrs. Katherine Giles and Mrs. Betty Sue Kennon, paid $215 dollars for the shruby. P.T.A. Meeting by KAREN PARKS Bon Voyage, Butler! This is what the parents at the PTA meeting, Monday night were greeted with. Mrs. Jerri Harris’ French classes were in charge of the program and they took the PTA on a tour of France, showing slides and explaining each one. After the trip, the group was guided to see a bulletin board decorated with pictures of French scenes.
