26 Apr 1949
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1949
Page
1
A garbled mix of publishing notices from the Times-Enterprise of Thomasville Georgia references Associated Press rights and republication restrictions. It blends copyright statements with social commentary about fuss and fame and a critique of Congress and talkies, urging restraint and a vacation.
A Pelham Journal analysis links the April fifth Georgia tax vote to a push for federal school aid and a shift in control over local education. It warns that federal money could erode state autonomy, notes local pride in keeping schools funded locally, and cites Dallas, Georgia and New Jersey as cautionary tales of industrial shutdowns and economic distress.
The proposal, likened to a pay the doctor plan, would require employers and workers to fund a national pool for doctor payments. Critics warn of compulsory features and huge annual costs while supporters cite improved access to care despite high price and wartime spending pressures.
Garrett and Felicity tally the week’s earnings and expenses amid a growing partnership. Felicity guards Ellen’s fears about Mrs Hudgins while Garrett admires her sharpness and kindness. A sudden farewell kiss hints at deeper feelings as the chapter ends.
The day’s lineup includes Luncheon Melodies at 12:15 and various programs through 7:00 pm. Highlights feature Serenade Jigsaw News and Golden Age Review with hourly news updates and music shows from 9:45 to 7:00.
The report notes Tornédd deaths totaling 71 with references to Cochran Dexter Metter and Georgia cities. It mentions disasters, injuries, a fruit fly quarantine in Florida, and drastic insect-control steps. Also covered are court adjournments, Kiwanis attendance, golf results in Tallahassee and Valdosta, Ryder Cup matches, army conscription news, Britain and Germany war moves, Rotary and Dental Association leadership, Orioles and Pioneers baseball results, and a deferred horse show plan.
The piece argues that kindness is a valued virtue but notes the awkwardness of being singled out for niceness. It describes how even sincere acts can feel intrusive when someone seeks attention from those they deem in need of help, highlighting the paradox of benevolence becoming self congratulatory.
Donalsonville April 26 The Future Homemakers of America met in the lunch room for April. Ella Joe Parker gave a Bible mediation and the club sang America. Lena Avirett told Fun With My Family. Betty Jo Alday read Let's Talk Parliamentary Procedure. New officers elected Annette Hill president Nettie Shepard vice president Ella Jo Painter secretary Lena Avirett treasurer. Mrs Julian Hickson sponsor. Ice cream sandwiches were served.
A jumble of crossword clues including French opera soft murmur Swiss river corner possessed gentle tolerate beverage embellish comparisons ending magnetic lists and various down clues covering anatomy geography language and common terms used in puzzle solving. The grid references mixed with across and down hints test word knowledge across many themes.
Eugene Ragan announces the 1949 Florida 4-H Club camp to be held at ShootaWhatchee Bay July 15. The program includes handicraft folk games nature study and recreation with instructors from extension service. Joint program by Decatur and Seminole counties.
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