18 Aug 1950
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1950
Page
1
Fragmentary notice text from a local newspaper shows masthead elements and editorial boilerplate. It references Associated Press content, publication standards, classified ad rates, and insertion deadlines with garbled typography and missing context.
A fragment notes fear driven hoarding of goods amid plenty and rising prices, condemns greed and calls for calm. It discusses Georgia politics and the county unit system, arguing rural counties must retain influence to counter city machines in state elections.
A report describes a vast underground vault system built during World War II to shelter art, papers, and valuables, plus protect armies and civilians. It notes costs, emergency access, and similar installations, urging preparedness and defense against threats.
Logan faces pressure from Dr Bryant over trespass on Plum’s land and a looming town meeting about the Hohner land company. Overstreet Bart on and Griggsby navigate drinkers and dangers as Logan grapples with whether to bluff or shoot, the editor warning him away.
Secretary of Agriculture Hyde takes the helm of the drought relief committee as efforts to lift commodity prices appear unlikely to succeed. A lynching occurs in Yarboro early today, allegedly involving attacks on two young girls. Campaigns feature Harris and Slaton in distant towns for the U.S. Senate. Local officials discuss a school bond issue and advertising plans for the election. Louis S. Moore gains formal endorsement for secretary of state as Appling of the Atlanta Crackers is sold to the Chicago Sox for a Southern Association record price. Robins slide in National League standings as the Cubs pull further ahead.
A compact puzzle update lists scattered clues and answers spanning music, Greek markers, biblical terms, anatomy, and geography. It hints at a cryptic style with references to instruments, ancient items, and wordplay themes.
A column on how advice from friends and relatives shapes decisions, urging skepticism and personal alignment. It notes advisers are trusted as informed, yet recommends resisting external input unless it matches one’s own plans. Also mentions August and September feeder and fat cattle show sales in Georgia.
Dr. Lucian Lamar Knight and the United Daughters of the Confederacy supported a 1918 established Department of History under Secretary Ben Fortson. With Georgia Historical Society staff Gus Bernd and Mrs. Thomas Conn Bryan, they produced the Georgia Cavalcade articles urging every Georgian to read and learn about state history.
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