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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1932
Page
1
A brief note explains contracts or flat rate terms for ice and BOHN refrigerators, emphasizing continuous ice supply and full refrigeration service for households under the agreement.
Two candidates announce for Sheriff of Thomas County. J A Cobb, an arresting officer for twelve years, pledges impartial, businesslike administration and a salary plan to save taxpayers. Herbert H Rehberg, four years as deputy sheriff and jailor, asks for vote and support in the White Democratic Primary on June 15 1942.
A collection of 1932 Thomas County announcements for Sheriff and other offices. Candidates pledge faithful, impartial service, seek Democratic primary support, and request votes in June with promises of economy and diligence.
J D Atkinson declares his candidacy for Tax Receiver of Thomas County and pledges to serve voters whether on salary or engaged in office. He aims to provide acceptable service to taxpayers and requests voters meet him in person if possible.
The House debated a proposal to free the islands after eight years of provisional government requiring fulfillment of specified conditions. Speaker Garner urged action now with a warning that drastic steps could be used if needed. The Hare bill, backed by the insular affairs panel, aims for independence at eight years. In the Senate, Reed’s tariff commission inquiry and Shipstead’s river and harbor bills were on the calendar.
Reporters pursued updates on naval mediation tied to a baby abducted case. John Hughes Curtis and Admiral Burrage remained away or unavailable, while the Rev H Dobson Peacock prepared for interviews. Details emphasized Curtis mysterious travels and possible movements toward a semi final negotiation stage.
Two Cuttyhunk fishermen positively identified the pilot of a large amphibian plane as Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh after the craft landed seeking a 28-foot yacht Sallie. The four men, including two women aboard the yacht, lunched at an inn and questioned residents before departing northward.
Major Charles H. Schoeffel of the New Jersey state police will arrive from London to interview Mrs. Taylor mother of Betty Gow. Police suspect a significant development in the Lindbergh baby case as Glasgow suspicions rise and a search is organized while Mrs. Taylor declines comment.
The Soviet giant automobile plant at Nizhni Novgorod halted production due to internal leadership conflicts. The regional party committee dismissed the secretary and ordered a single directing head to resume output by April 15 to meet the six month 1932 program while Ford licensed designs framed the plant’s aims.
El Paso officers weighed a theory that boasts of imagined riches spurred the massacre of seven Espinosa family members as three robbers demanded 5 000 dollars. The surviving Berino New Mexico dairyman and others probed a ranch deal south of Juarez linking Espinosa and three men to the sale scheme.
The will of George Eastman, famed camera maker and philanthropist, was probated by Monroe County surrogate Joseph M. Feely after Cornell University withdrew objections over a revoked legacy of unknown value. The action concludes probate without any objections.
Jefferson D McKay a 68 year old traveling man from Macon died when his car plunged from an embankment into the Seven Bridges Creek south of the city. A Walton Tidwell witnessed the splash and said McKay appeared to lose control. The body was recovered about an hour and ten minutes later.
Washington April 4 strong administration opposition marked the opening of hearings before a Senate committee on the Shipstead bill to issue 500 million dollars in bonds for river and harbor improvements. Secretaries Mills and Hurley opposed the measure in letters, arguing the debt should be curtailed and funded from current revenues if possible.
Washington April 4 A special survey on support for a bill to legalize and tax beer at 2.75 per cent will shape the fate of the measure in this session. House bloc leaders may seek a petition to force a vote, needing 145 signatures to bypass the Ways and Means committee. Representative LaGuardia notes 132 votes for the beer tax bill and 187 for resubmission of the 18th amendment, urging patience for a stronger push.
The American Red Cross contributed 50 000 to help sufferers in Alabama Tennessee and Georgia where tornadoes recently struck. A 25 000 appropriation was made last week and another 50 000 donation was announced yesterday. The organization operates with a staff of 52 workers in the storm swept area.
Senator Robinson charges Roover with avoiding responsibilities as he discusses a federal budget plan. The message urges drastic economy, consolidation of bureaus, and further $200 million in annual spending cuts atop earlier reductions to balance the coming fiscal year.
A string of short notices lists visitors and residents around Bainbridge Dublin Jacksonville and Valdosta. Names include Miss Lila Boozer Mr Warren Mays Mrs Pate Mr Frank Mathews Dr Howard Thompson and others with brief travel or illness notes and cafe ads. A photo feature notes Miss Crosby and local figures in Atlanta Journal coverage of a Baptist convention.
A 1932 Thornesville notice from R S Burch endorses the Tax Payers League of Thomas County. He pledges to draw only salary recommended by the League for the Ordinary office and to deposit excess funds per League guidance.
A presidential message calls for elimination of nonessential functions and major amendments to law to permit administrative savings. Senators debate accountability as Democratic Leader Robison questions the refusal to propose具体 reductions and the need for commissions.
Albany Ga April 4 Outstanding events of the State Christian Endeavor Convention meeting April 15 16 17 include Rev E B Quick of Atlanta delivering the main address Friday evening "Greater Things Than These" and Saturday features the annual fellowship banquet Dr L E Brubaker of St Augustine Fla speaks Saturday evening on Far Reaching Loyalties Rev S L McCarthy Augusta Ga gives the openatation address Sunday night The sunrise prayer service is led by Rev Bruce Nay with Rev S L McCarthy
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