01 Dec 1948
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1948
Page
1
A quirky jumble of remarks touches on turkeys and Christmas gifts as readers contemplate price peaks and publicity stunts. Mentions Chambers of Commerce and local personalities pushing for better town image amid holiday chatter and bowl ticket chatter.
Gerry and Paula attend a Rankin cocktail party where undercover wartime ties surface. Paula drags Gerry to meet underground Europeans while samplers converge, revealing an attractive Paula in a vivid dress as the evening unfolds.
A fragmented draft outlines Gowen leading a new Home Rule bill amid impending sessions. Proponents say it aims to streamline amendments and remove county specific changes, while critics warn of unintended voter impact and legal questions for counties.
A public appeal urges Georgia voters to contact three state representatives about a proposed education tax plan. The plea argues taxes fund better teachers and schools, urging constituents to express clear demands to legislators to ensure the measure passes.
Thomasville High School travels to Albany on Friday at eight for a regional championship clash with Fitzgerald. The two teams agreed on a neutral site to maximize attendance and revenue, promising a hard fought game between two of the region’s largest capacity stadiums. If tied, the deciding factor is overall superiority, with proceeds split 50 50 after expenses.
An editorial warns against blanket accusations about communities and urges fairness. It cites a visitor who refused a job due to harsh rumors and stresses local residents’ efforts toward moral and spiritual improvement while cautioning against destructive chatter.
The disaster leaves twenty two confirmed dead with a continuing casualty tally. Tremors shake Santiago causing fear and disruption as rescue efforts begin. Georgia Baptist convention prepares to convene in Thomasville for a two day session drawing over a thousand ministers. The town readies for visitors and a white primary is on schedule with registration closing soon. In local sports, the Bulldogs finish the season with one of the best records and several players earn all conference honors from Times Enterprise.
Ten years ago a fast freight collided with a school bus in snow in Salt Lake City killing 26 people and injuring many others. The crash disrupted plans as state legislators headed into session and local elections began.
Cairo reports a higher trend in livestock values after the Thanksgiving lull. The weekly auction saw the largest volume in weeks with hogs leading gains as top grade hogs bring 21.40 cents per pound and feeders up to 20.75 cents. Steers sold to 21.60 dollars per cwt with many above 19 dollars.
Cairo reports the Grady County Agricultural Conservation Association will hold its annual election of community committeemen this Saturday in 13 county communities. Roy Perkins says 14 committeemen and 13 delegates to the county ACA convention on December 10 at 2 p.m. will be chosen to plan next year’s activities. Eligible voters include farmers who participated in the 1948 ACA program and others.
L H Turner seeks reelection bids for the 637 district in Thomas County citing eighteen years of business and knowledge of legal affairs. R I Beasley Sr also seeks reelection to the Justice of the Peace post urging support for the December 4 election.
Cairo reports total rainfall for 1948 to date at 73.62 inches, the highest in years. The U S Weather Bureau cites 50.44 inches as adjusted normal, noting March and April floods caused major damage. November precipitation reached 4.87 inches, exceeding the 1.99 inch normal. frost arrivals are late, but damage remains limited.
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