20 Apr 1948
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1948
Page
1
A garbled text discusses cost of living and television, then shifts to the Colombian revolt and Pearl Harbor. It mentions theatre behavior, bachelor life, and a jumble of phrases about public figures, debts, and cultural trends, all in a rapid, disjointed collage.
Speech stresses that more expenditures are necessary and a modified draft may be needed to keep military forces up to standard. Universal military training is proposed as part of strengthening national defense amid rising tensions and tax burdens.
The article notes the county election concluded without interference or unfair tactics. It praises the fair conduct, low electioneering, and lack of vote buying, emphasizing the newspaper’s nonpartisan stance and respect for local voters and officers.
The discussion considers whether unions will deliver the labor vote in the upcoming election. It notes that workers show independent thinking, despite accusations of coercion and union fundraising for political purposes. Voters retain secrecy and may split their choices beyond Taft or Dewey.
The district meet win by Thomasville underscores the city's strong student training and broad extracurricular success. Authors note long history of contests, debates, and varied school activities shaping future capacities amid parental concerns about balance with academics.
Disjointed notes report a planned return flight by German fliers, a relief plane departure to Greenly Island, and announced pre return trip plans with missing details. Mentions a minister found in Los Angeles and a Georgia court warrant against Rev. D Young.
Ten years ago U S C protests mounting over Eugene Talmadge named Memorial Day speaker in Atlanta. He praised Lincoln and attacked Roosevelt prompting a heated exchange. In Shandong battles Japanese offensives escalate. High School debaters Tom Vann and Frances Andrews open Rotary Club program. Orioles win second straight at Moultrie 12 11. Over 200000 fans attend Major League openers as Giants lose to Braves.
In Lille vicinity, at least 11 miners die in a dust explosion at the Sallaumines coal mine. Six others are missing, including two girls at the pithead and four German prisoners. Thirty hospitalized, five in serious condition. 363 men were at work when the blast occurred.
A six month old boy born in Italy to an American mother was released on parole from Ellis Island while immigration authorities review regulations. His mother Mrs. Julia Bonati and three older children born in Italy are expected to join him, with the family facing citizenship and quota questions. A lawyer suggested a possible trip to Canada to secure legal entry for the infant.
In Washington on April 20 AP reports three top officers of the AFL International Hod Carriers Union were acquitted of conspiring to loot the treasuries of locals in La Plata Maryland Washington D C and Quantico Virginia. Judge Holtz off directed the verdict citing lack of proven conspiracy linkage. Six other defendants remain on trial and indictments allege more than 75000 was misused with some funds tied to night club operations.
The Decatur County Board of Commissioners bought a movie projector for county use by the Agricultural Agent and the County Health Department. The projector will aid 4 H and FRA programs and help the Health Department promote its work with school children in the county.
A fragmented radio timetable lists morning to evening programs including Sunrise Serenade and Morning Varieties. Notable segments include World News Roundup, Luncheon Melodie, Between the Lines, and Parade entertainment with sports and safety features interspersed.
The Second District American Legion Convention closes in Bainbridge with district commander George Reynolds of Albany presiding. Mayor R. A. Griffin delivers the welcome, and National Committeeman Guy Stone replies. Delegates include J. Ais Conger, Ed Hughes, H Strickland, and others. Auxiliary officers are elected.
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