Editorials Page 2 from April 1952
A brief look at editorial content from the April 1952 second page. Commentary reflects period views and civic concerns of the era, with opinion pieces on local affairs and wider social topics.
04 Apr 1952
Page 1
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1952
Page
1
A brief look at editorial content from the April 1952 second page. Commentary reflects period views and civic concerns of the era, with opinion pieces on local affairs and wider social topics.
The piece surveys Truman's surprising refusal to run again and the impact on the Democratic Party. It notes the shift in party control, the reliance on government employees, and the tension between continuing the old leadership and exploring new options. It also weighs Eisenhower as Republican candidate and concerns over an Army president.
The article argues for a return to the gold standard as essential for economic stability amid inflation. It cites figures like Bryan, Palmer, and Buckner, warns of national bankruptcy, and notes rising prices while wages lag, linking depreciated currency to consumer hardship and past collapses in 1929 and 1980.
Senator Kefauver bets on a high risk, high visibility strategy by offering a winner take all contest with Robert Kerr in Nebraska. He aims to rally voters and deter the Truman faction, while facing Georgia's Russell as a rival with strong Southern support.
The article notes Brown’s upcoming stars drawing fans to the stadium amid political chatter about Truman’s race, Democratic unity, and King Consort talk. It mentions Juliana, Russell rally plans in Atlanta, and praise for the new baseball park design and city work led by City Manager Craig and engineer Jones.
Boyle surveys spring cleaning in American homes through a chatty spoof of a hens party. Wives joke about husbands sweeping, waxing, washing windows, and turning the house upside down. The piece ends with a quip that a hotel might rescue wives from their housework frenzy.
A speaker describes the perils of shouting in a crowded room and the art of building suspense in a tale. The moment of climax is ruined when a close listener covers ears and calls for quiet, undercutting the performance.
The Truman administration's anti corruption drive falters as McGrath sacks Morris after a prolonged dispute. Morris had started inquiries into financial sources and criticized delays. Congress may summon both officials as the probe stalls and momentum fades.
Listings from NBC CBS ABC and more show Roy Rogers Martin and Lewis Ginny Simms Mario Lanza H V Kaltenborn Night Beat Mystery Doris Day Show Wax Records Capitol Cloak Room Harriman Dick Powell This Is NBC Ozzie and Harriet This Is FBS Maisi Gracie Fields Armed Forces Review Waves Boot Training in New York markets for April 4.
Steve confronts a casino roulette win by Matt Tarson and then escapes a shooting attempt in rough country. A rival rifleman fires from a distant rise as Steve pursues him, the attacker fleeing after a failed near miss. Steve, wounded in the sleeve, shifts to pursue safety and vengeance.
Steve shoots a rival gunman in a desert duel and finds two new minted gold eagles in the dead man’s pocket. The scene ends with a mystery coin stash hinted to link to Matt Tarson and a Wolf Saloon rumor as the tale continues.
U S bombers from India attack in the Bay of Bengal destroying a Japanese cruiser and transport. Langley and two other warships lost in the Java Sea. Russian front sees renewed fighting as Hitler limits advance. Corregidor anti aircraft fire down two Japanese bombers. Army Day parade planned Monday at 11 a m with local dignitaries and mixed student participation. Ernest Suber of Pavo wins Fat Cattle Show award in Thomasville.
The Army Quartermaster awarded two Georgia Mills contracts for 1,240,000 yards of cotton ducks at a total price of 1,859,302 dollars. The awards were Callaway Mills Co in LaGrange for 800,000 yards at 1,139,606 dollars and Georgia Duct and Cordage Mill in Scottdale for 44,000 yards at 719,696 dollars.
On the night Jesus predicted a betrayal the apostles asked, Lord, is it I. They failed in blaming others and accepted personal responsibility, a sign of growing moral and spiritual maturity.
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