16 Aug 1948
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1948
Page
1
The piece surveys ongoing global tensions with hints of a Russo British and American stance, mentions secrecy in talks with leaders, a potential progress toward settlement, and commentary on the Progressive Party and Olympic success. It also notes a need for a high school in Thomas county, and critiques media and security matters including spy networks and atomic material concerns.
Local observers assess a surge in industrial and commercial activity in Thomasville with rising capacity and population since the 1940 census. Officials note no city boundary expansion plans, while nearby cities like Moultrie Cairo Valdosta and Albany pursue development plans to expand regional commerce.
The Thomas County registered voters rose from 9013 in 1936 to 10854 in 1948 with white voters increasing from 7657 to 9406 and black voters from 1355 to 1448 since 1946. The piece notes the shift toward individual ballot marking and warns of potential disqualification for those who rely on marked ballots, as voting rules tighten.
The piece argues the United States must maintain a small, trained reserve and implement a draft to rapidly mobilize young men with annual training. It warns that without modern arms and up-to-date equipment, the nation remains exposed to attack, citing Pearl Harbor as a reminder and urging immediate action now.
An essay argues that flood protection can be achieved through dams dykes and engineering to control floods as in the TVA region. It cites the Ohio and Missouri basins as less protected and emphasizes forestation dust suppression and water reuse, noting the high cost but potential industrial and societal gains.
Police in Charleston report rounding up a group of 20 juveniles calling themselves Junior Ku Klux Klansmen. The mixed group, ages nine to 16, wore white robes and carried make shift clubs, planning car theft and bullying. After warnings, they were returned to guardians with no charges.
Cadwell Georgia August 16 AP rewards of 1000 dollars were posted for information leading to the arrest of persons who bludgeoned to death 72 year old plantation owner Mrs Kinch Smith Her battered body was found near her home and investigation continued.
Laurens County Sheriff Carlos Gay said six tenants on the Smith plantation are being held for questioning after a death on the estate Saturday night. A blood-stained club was found near the body and one arm was bound with cloth.
Reports say flood waters are subsiding though damage estimates are unavailable for Georgia Florida and South Carolina. North Carolina situation worsens as Georgia towns remain isolated and transport blocked.
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