13 Apr 1936
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1936
Page
1
A jumble of local observations covers presidential primaries Hauptmann case politics and racing. mentions Easter rabbit, mosquito control, planting signs, and Thomasville Rose Show ahead of the 24th while noting a May county primary and changes at Bannon Lodge near Savannah.
The notice urges voters in Thomas County to pay poll tax before the May third deadline to avoid removal from registration. It warns backdated eligibility may be restricted and emphasizes voting requires both registration and poll tax payment this election year.
The Vera Stretz acquittal ends a drawn out trial over alleged murder of Dr. Gebhardt amid claims of illicit love and perversion. The piece notes moral judgments, societal judgments, and parallels to other sensational cases while touching on local quirks such as onions banned for barbers and an ostrich egg breakfast.
The state committee convenes Wednesday with expected heated exchanges before proceeding with official business. Officials, observers, and party members anticipate tense debates and potential policy disputes during the session.
A set of candidate notices in Thomasville Thomas County including Mrs. Norton seeking a full term as tax receiver, M Heath announcing for tax collector, E Beverly reelection bid for county commissioner, J W Vonter running for county commissioner Pavo Barwick Ways, A M Lacy courting Solicitor post, and C M Dixon seeking sheriff, pledging service, efficiency, and home-town deputies.
W L Watkins seeks a second term as County Commissioner from the Boston Metcalfe District citing a conscientious first term and asking for voter support in the upcoming primary. Another candidate from the Ochlocknee District aims to continue service after succeeding the late McMillan and pledges fair, attentive governance. A candidate for Thomas County Ordinary thanks voters for prior election and asks for their support in the upcoming ballot.
F C Jones appeals to voters of Thomas County as a candidate for Ordinary. He cites past experience and knowledge of office affairs, pledges to maintain clerical staff, employ competent assistants, and run the office fairly, impartially, efficiently, and with courtesy toward all citizens.
A candidate for Solicitor General of the City Court of Thomasville pledges impartial duty and adherence to the oath of office. The statement urges votes and support and cites prior practice as Justice of the Peace aimed at reducing frivolous prosecutions and county expense.
The candidate J E Craig Miles appeals to White voters in Thomas County to elect him Subicitor General of the City Court of Thomasville in the White Democratic Primary on May 20 1986. He promises prompt efficient courteous service and low court costs.
A local attorney running in the May 20 primary asks for support for election as Solicitor General, pledging fairness impartiality efficiency and economy in handling court matters and earning public confidence. He notes years of residency and practice in the county and asserts full qualification for the office.
John Kepka a miner who declared if Hauptmann dies so do I shot himself in the head and died. The statement links his suicide to the earlier Hauptmann case and its aftermath.
Charles S Dennard announces candidacy for reelection as Sheriff of Thomas County subject to the Democratic primary on May 20. He cites sixteen years in office and pledges fair, efficient service and continued loyalty from voters. He also announces re election bid for Coroner of Thomas County, thanking supporters and seeking continued trust.
W. E. Nichols appeals to voters to reelect him as Thomas County superintendent of schools. He cites a severe educational downturn, increased federal red tape, and financial strain, promising renewed energy and service if granted another term.
Jimmy Thomson surged to the Richmond Open title with a 285 to claim automatic qualification for the U S Open at Baltusrol June 4 6. Ray Mangrum finished second at 289 and Bobby Cruickshank Harry Cooper tied for third at 290 with Frank Walsh. Walsh must enter a qualifying round. Sam Parks Jr. held the title prior to the event.
A reader claim details relief after taking Cardus or Cardui describing reduced nervousness sleeplessness and daytime fatigue. She notes back pain improved and credits continued use with benefit though she advises consulting a physician if no improvement.
A dense list of crossword clues and partial answers from Saturday’s puzzle includes references to across and down entries with a mix of definitions and partial solutions. Notable items touch on plants medicines weather terms and historical notes as readers prepare for the next solve.
Horton Smith finished sixth in the Richmond Open where the $180 purse increased his year earnings to 3443 dollars. Henry Picard leads the year with 4,000 plus, ahead of Smith's current total.
A round of quick items covers New York cycling access to Connecticut by rail for riders’ day trips, Darrell Culver age 15 finding a wooden leg in Klamath Falls and a San Francisco man claiming it, a San Diego zoo director opposing ostrich feather shortages for fan dancers, and a burglar whose ransacked home led W. B. Wright to quip the loot weighed on his back.
Chicago James Harris, 47, a Negro, was shot dead in an argument over White Sox and Cubs merits. His Negro roommate William Oglesby, 35, surrendered to police.
Train times listed show departures at 6 60 a m and 3 00 p m with arrivals and returns at 10 00 a m 2 08 p m and 8 30 p m. The timetable outlines outbound and return legs with multiple daily slots.
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