14 Apr 1939
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1939
Page
1
The page mixes editorials and commentary from Thomasville with brief notes on Mussolini Greece England and war era topics. It references Garner fishing political remarks and reflections on income tax violations and European affairs. The column notes local baseball fans optimism and Georgia schools closing early amid war tensions.
The editorial argues for broad fingerprinting use across workers and government applicants, including social security card holders, despite fears of political manipulation. It warns of school and public-works staffing becoming politicized, notes potential identification benefits, and laments risks to civil liberties and teachers' independence.
A reflective column notes Roosevelt’s uncertainty about war amid German and Italian ambitions. It laments weak fish and game protection in Georgia, cites funding and administration failures, and warns wardens are retirement-bound as fishing season nears.
Heavyweight champion Joe Louis shows calm ahead of Monday night defense against 36 year old challenger Jack Roper at Wrigley Field. Louis weighs about 203 pounds and hopes to finish the fight quickly, while his handlers push for caution and preparation.
A scrambled crossword style list features clues and partial answers across topics from geography to literature. The compilation includes references to ships, animals, plants, and historical figures, with a final note contrasting charity trends and hospital patient payments in New York City during the 1930s.
Atlanta police and federal agents investigate 22 year old Robert Campbell who says two men abducted him from a Buckhead feed store and forced him to drive to Chattanooga Tennessee where he was beaten with fists and a revolver and robbed of $3. The incident occurred Tuesday and no motive is yet established.
Knoxville April 14 The University of Florida swimming team is favored to defend its Southeastern Conference title in the loop meet opening tonight at the University of Tennessee pool. LSU presents the strongest challenge with 13 entrants to Florida’s eight as LSU seeks to upend the defending champion.
Bracey Lumber Company offers red cedar shingles marketed as making the best roof for the money.
The line challenges skeptics about ad engagement by noting that curious readers will inspect promotional material, implying ads still capture attention even when seen as overlooked. It frames the matter as a social observation rather than a claim.
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