12 Apr 1950
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1950
Page
1
The Times-Enterprise notes upcoming Rose Show and Drive-in Theatres expanding in the region. It mentions gubernatorial choices, highway rebuilding needs, and local plans to attend events, urging readers to vote and get ready for Saturday night attractions.
A reflective essay questions government limits and funding through taxes. It debates extending services like housing unemployment support and veterans aid, asks if government should back investments, subsidize prices for consumers, and contemplate socialized medicine within a welfare state.
April 28 details are still being worked out for the Rose Festival at the VA Dom with a fifty cent admission to cover expenses. The Garden Club-led show seeks broad volunteer help, offers free viewing on Saturday for Negrets, and stresses traffic and parking on the VA grounds as organizers prepare for a large crowd and multiple prizes for winners.
The piece argues that President Truman will campaign across the nation to pressure Congress on Civil Rights Bills, aiming to mobilize voters in close districts. It warns that Southern resistance to desegregation remains strong and that political maneuvering may delay or shape outcomes before the Supreme Court rules.
A survey across three large firms shows newspapers are the most effective ad medium for reaching the public and boosting sales. The report notes newspaper ads gain reader interest, provide townwide display, prompt fast action, and help stores build goodwill and local prominence.
Katherine Best, working in a Cotswold village theater, falls in love with William as Morton guides actors and Andrew watches. Family plans to visit Broadwell theater clash with Mortons charm and Katherine's growing longing amid sunlit drama.
A humorous piece portrays a single person blamed for messes yet expected to set a mousetrap. The narrator portrays the act as heroic, praising the ease and courage required, while contrasting family tics and the spotlight on the trap setting.
Mississippi supporters of President Truman are banned from using the Democratic party name. Acting Attorney General George Ethridge advised Secretary of State Heber Ladner that only one party may use the word Democrat in its title. Because the States' Rights Democrats registered first, pro Truman Democrats cannot use the title Democrat. The dispute followed a law requiring all parties to register with the Secretary of State.
The Thetdaw authorities ban use of the same name or any part of it by more than one party to prevent duplication. This rule targets branding conflicts and seeks clear, distinct identifiers across entities and registrations.
The Rose Show is scheduled for May 2 as committees push to develop the roses despite late spring rains. Nurserymen warn rainfall has slowed growth while prize solicitation efforts advance and preparations continue.
Senator Aiken charges that 5000 attendees were paid to hear Secretary Brannan speak at a St. Paul meeting, with travel and pay as inducements. Ferguson backs the claim and calls for AG McGrath action. Estimated cost ranges from 50,000 to 100,000 drawn from Minnesota soil improvement funds.
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