Benefits and changes in social security for the elderly
The article discusses social security payments for citizens over sixty five, including blind and dependent adults and dependents. It notes increases in recipients from 70,000 in 1944 to 89,000, with an average payment around twenty dollars, and mentions forthcoming changes as living costs rise and policy expands. It critiques the state welfare department’s handling and hints at political influences on the program.
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Ublic
State Department of i
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Solid South rejects both parties in wake of segregation shift
The Solid South rails at the Democratic Party move to a non segregated structure and a negro assistant to the chairman. It calls the public handling of the change inflammatory and warns that neither party is faithful to long-time allies while insisting on unified, cautious political support.
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Democratic Party
McGrath
Solid South
Will of Editorial Icon Eleanor Patterson Stirs Debate
Notices of editor and publisher Eleanor Medill Patter son known as Cissy reveal a multi million estate and a sweeping will. The Washington Times Herald figure left property to a favored female colleague and had winters in Georgia. Her career drew praise and criticism for shaping public opinion and fiscal influence.
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Eleanor Medill Patterson
Cissy
Washington Times-Herald
Chip Robert
Atlanta
Thomasville
Piney Woods
Cissie
A Man in the House Chapter 22 Night Talk with Ted
In a dim night spot Jane confronts Ted about their affair and her troubled marriage to Carl. Ted declares he loves Jane and must leave, urging her to face her uncertain, strained marriage and his warning that she may still be too young for such commitments.
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Jane
Ted
Ane
Carl
Moses
Plaster insulation gains attention in home tech feature
A discussion of new insulation plaster and rising gadgetry notes the market shift toward lighter, fireproof walls and modern cooling devices. Adviser claims various products will transform homes, while advertising asserts benefits and growing trends in occupancy comfort and energy efficiency.
Storms Sweep South Georgia and Florida Flood Waters Rise
A powerful storm battered South Georgia with torrential rain and winds near 30 miles per hour. Flooding affected Florida while the Red Cross aided around Lake Okeechobee and the Jacksonville dam faced threats. Moultrie reported wind and rain damage including downed power lines and smashed windows as debris cluttered streets. Claude Rountree bought Montgomery's Pharmacy, with ongoing operations at Rountree's Pharmacy.
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South Georgia
Florida
Red Cross
Lake Ockechobee
Jacksonville
Moultrie
Roosevelt backs Camp for U S Senate at Warm Springs
President Roosevelt endorses Lawrence Camp at Warm Springs for the Senate seat, hoping Camp defeats Senator George. Naw Dealers win in Ohio and Arkansas but lose in Idaho in state primary races. Hattie Caraway wins Arkansas race. Legion Post debates memorial for war dead honoring local white and colored soldiers. Orioles beat Reds as team plans new outfielder and pitcher. City softball league resumes in second half.
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Warm Springs
Lawrence
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Naw
Ohio
Arkansas
Idaho
Hattie Caraway
Legion Post
Granite
Orioles
Reds
Panama President Secures Costa Rica pledge on unrest
Panama reports Costa Rica will bar any action aiming to topple Panama's government. Jose Fugares, Costa Rican Junta head, delivered the assurance after talks last night. In San Jose, former President Arnulfo Arias Madrid denied the armed move claims and had fled Panama after May elections.
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Panama
Panamas
Jose Fugeres
Costa Rica
Arnulfo Arias Madrid
Patten Church of God Hosts Old Time Revival
The Patten Church of God presents an Old Time Holy Ghost Revival with preaching each evening at :30. Evangelist Rev. J. W. Culpepper leads the revival and the public is invited.
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Patten Church OF God
J. W. Culpepper
Wilkes and Worling Entertain Visitors at Meigs Lodge
Mr. and Mrs. Leo C. Wilkes and Mrs. Eleanor W. Worling hosted Thursday night at their lodge near the town fish pond honoring Mr. and Mrs. S. G. McCullers and Mrs. Esther Sapp of Plant City Florida. The event featured curd plates with coffee and iced tea and guests included several local residents enjoying conversation and various pastimes.
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Meigs
Leo C. Wilkes
Eleanor W. Worling
S. G. McCullers
Esther Sapp
Plant City
Fila
Calcium chloride to firm apples for baking
Calcium chloride may be used to make slices of apples firm so they retain their shape when baked. The service began Sunday August 8.
Radio Schedule Listing With Various Music and News Segments
A detailed daylong radio grid lists numerous programs and hosts across morning, afternoon, and evening slots. Entries include music shows such as Benny Goodman, Benny Collins, and Woody Herman, along with news briefs, weather, and sports updates.
Heavy tobacco sales near end in Georgia Florida belt
Valdosta Ga Aug 10 AP heavy sales are nearly finished at warehouses in the Georgia Florida flue cured tobacco belt. Auctions today likely close large quantity sales with final sales set for Hazlehurst Thursday and Adel Friday. Prices show rises with most averages up 1.09 to 3.50 from Friday.
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Valdosta
Hazlehurst
Adel
Ray H
United States Department of Agriculture
Joe Mosely Family Holds Sunday Reunion in Donalsonville
Members of the Joe Mosely family gathered at Jesse Mosely’s home near Rock Pond Church for a Sunday reunion. Meridan F. Mosely, 92, of Blakely was the oldest attendee. Nancy Mosely, 11 months, child of Arthur and Mrs. Mosely, the youngest. Greetings, talks of old times, a noon meal under the yard trees, and group photos completed the day.
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Donalsonville
Joe Mosely
Jesse Mosely
Rock Pond
Meridan F. Mosely
Blakely
Nancy Mosely
Arthur Mosely
Rheumatic Pain Relief From TRU-AID Reported
Local man testifies that eight hours after taking TRU-AID his long standing rheumatic pains disappeared. The ad claims three medicines in one liquid formula address rheumatic and neuritic aches and urges readers to buy at Thomasville drug stores.
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Thomasville
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