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Thomasville Times Enterprise

Location

Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1955

Page

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Who Is Back Of NAACP In Georgia School Fight

The Georgia Board of Education resists anti desegregation efforts and rails against teaching staff aligned with the NAACP. It cites the NAACP as northern in origin and seeks to preserve segregation as a cornerstone of Southern policy. It warns that desegregation faces state-specific barriers and notes opposition from groups seeking political gain from the Negro vote.

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Savings Count and Mount: Early Regular Saving Ideas

The piece extols regular saving, noting ten dollars weekly for ten years grows to over five thousand dollars in cash or U S bonds. It highlights compounding interest, reinvestment, and the safety of banks or U S Bonds, framing saving as social security plus insurance options.

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Farm Land Values and The Importance of Proper Care

A real estate view discusses land value as the basis of a fortune when properly selected and maintained. It notes production costs, location, cultivation, and the dangers of neglect, urging farmers to use government resources to keep fields clear and productive.

Wilson verdict in high profile county case ends in death sentence

The jury found Alton M. Wilson Jr. guilty of a serious crime in Valdosta with his wife charged in Lowndes county. He received a death sentence by electric chair after a swift trial led by Judge Lilly. Deputy Walden was killed in the incident. Appeals are expected and could prolong the case for a year or more.

Alton M. Wilson, Jr Lowndes County Coast Line L. M. Rachels Valdosta Dick Walden Wilson Walden Lowndes Lilly Mercs George Lilly

Local News Snippets Reflect War Economy and Weather

A mix of war era topics covers a planned military code and tax funded pensions, a Valdosta murder trial ending in electrocution, Russian troop reductions, Hurricane Diane dissipation in Pennsylvania, a forecast of two more hot days, tobacco sales near three and a half million pounds, and recognition for Mrs. Sarah Porter’s twenty years of service.

Congressman Pilcher Sarah Porter

Nomination doubt haunts Stevenson in New York politics

Analyzing Adlai Stevenson’s bid, George E. Sokolszky notes New York figures led by Carmine De Sapio doubt Stevenson’s grip on delegates from New York Ohio and Texas and question if he can win the 1956 Democratic nomination. He cites De Sapio Burke Buckley Harriman and past alignments to argue Stevenson faces strong party resistance. He contrasts Stevenson with Eisenhower and asks if the party should run to lose.

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Eisenhower Pig Call Sparks Farm Image in Washington

The piece notes President Eisenhower’s pig calling at a farm, reflecting a down-to-earth image. It mentions his success with hogs, his book sales surpassing 800,000 copies earning about $600,000, and ongoing savings from his $100,000 annual salary, framing a homely, practical portrait.

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Eisenhower debated amid farm talk and UN chief idea

In Geneva discussions Eisenhower’s possible post presidency roles are weighed as a private option to stay out of World War III. A plan proposes making him United Nations chief leveraging his prestige. Critics fear party politics and loyalty. A farm of about 500 acres near Brig. Gen. Arthur S. Nevins’s property is noted.

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Education on democracy cited in POW indoctrination critique

James Marlow reports a government study blaming the military for failing to prepare POWs for Communist indoctrination. The panel urges collaboration among schools churches and patriotic groups to deepen Americans' understanding of democracy and political philosophy.

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Child psychology on spanking and effectiveness

The real question is the punishment’s effectiveness rather than the method. Each child’s temperament varies, so a patient approach matters more than simply spanking.

German shore batteries shell convoy. British escape Dover Straits

Reports say German coast guns fire on a British convoy from the French coast. British ships 20 miles away in the Straits of Dover avoid major damage as the action unfolds.

Straits of Dover House Senate Trotsky Mexico City J. G. Garrison Meigs Church Barwick Methodist Church

Doris Day Gains Prestige and Laughs in Hollywood

Doris Day builds a sleek film reputation from girl next door roles to dramatic turns in Love Me or Leave Me and a Hitchcock thriller The Man Who Knew Too Much. The singer-actor’s humor and charm boost her standing among studios, critics, and elite circles.

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John Wesley A Revivalist Of Erudition And Charity

A portrait of John Wesley as a learned revivalist who served the poor and outcast. He was a fellow of Oxford University, a contemporary of Samuel Johnson, admired for conversation yet driven by prayer. Wesley reportedly earned much from writings, directed funds to preachers, and embodied service from morning to night. He died at a great age, leaving a legacy of charity and faith.

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