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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1963
Page
3
New York AP reports a continued market rally at midday as investors react to optimism over early passage of the tax-cut bill. The Associated Press average rose to 2829 while the Dow stood at 758.56, with mixed gains across sectors and notable activity in Getty Oil Tidewater trading.
The article notes mail training allowance checks to veterans and war orphans on December 12 instead of December 19. Trainees will receive November training payments before Christmas recess, with instructions to submit monthly certification forms to the Atlanta VA Regional Office promptly.
Thomasville Jaycees heard from Eckberg manager of the Thomasville County Change who urged support for tourism and conventions to boost the city. Special guests Wayne Smith and Charles Heath attended at Stott Hotel as nominations opened for the annual outstanding young farmer award to be presented in January with James Cantrell, manager of the County ASCS Office, handling submissions.
In Athens Georgia Bobby Lee Stovall a year old Athens Negro charged with the murder of 18 year old white youth J C Allen and a Negro policeman Donald Moon was transferred to Superior Court jurisdiction by Juvenile Court Judge Olin Prica. The killings occurred earlier this month and Moon died off duty.
Gov. Bob Cope announced Thomasville Lodge No. 526 Loyal Order of Moose will hold an installation ceremony Monday at 8 p.m. at the Moose Lodge. Fourteen candidates for membership will be received, with a free stag supper at 6:30 p.m.
Pete D Jones a former Thomasville tile contractor died early today in West Palm Beach funeral plans are incomplete and will be announced. He was a Washington DC native and moved to West Palm Beach five years ago. Surviving are his wife three sons two daughters and several siblings.
Police Chief Noah Stegall announced Ronald J Ramsey is promoted to captain and heads the administrative and service division. Det O L Barnard becomes detective sergeant. three patrolmen are dismissed for cause. Ramsey returns to a police role after earlier resignation to lead Newnan, Ga.
New directors of the Thomas County Chapter American Red Cross will gather for orientation from 8 to 10 p m at the Chapter House. Chapter Chairman J Robert Bibb said the board will meet for business and the orientation is for those who missed the November 21 session. Refreshments will be served after.
The Salvation Army history and mission will be studied tonight by Thomas County Kiwanis. Sergeant Major S M Farnsworth, commander of the local Salvation Army Unit, will speak. Bob Parsons arranged the program. Kiwanis meets at 6:30 p.m. at American Legion Post 31.
Thomasville High School Key Club members will address the Kiwanis Club Friday to review a year of civic and service projects and report on the recent national Key Club convention. President Bob Vickery will lead the meeting.
Mayor outlines goals for two years including industrial plants in Rose Industrial Park, job creation, W Jackson Street upgrade to a four lane highway, expanded utilities, new tourist attractions, a minimum building code, enhanced recreation, fiscal oversight, and greater citizen participation in city governance.
City records show beer tax stamp sales, police court fines, and parking meters declined in November. Parking meters rose to 2694.10 dollars, while fines fell to 2640.00 dollars and beer stamps to 4167.00 dollars. Year to date totals for the three revenue sources top 102 thousand dollars.
Coats & Clark Inc decided to close on Monday November 25 1963 to join the nation in mourning the loss of the late President. Employees would suffer no pay loss as Monday was paid as a holiday. Normally the company pays for six holidays yearly. The note expresses hope to recognize such opportunities wisely.
Sunny skies and mild temperatures are forecast for the Thomasville area today and Friday, with clear cold nights. Westerly winds 5 to 12 mph. Friday and Saturday outlook mild. High around 62 tomorrow, low near 38 tonight.
A hospital seminar features a morning session on pelvic surgery indications with round table discussions led by the speakers. An afternoon program includes urinary incontinence in women and portal hypertension management with bleeding, followed by a final round-table. Ladies’ activities include a luncheon fashion show at the Inn and a hotel tour with musical entertainment.
Thom L. Lewis 78 lifelong Thomas County resident and former Dawes Silica Mining Co. employee died after an extended illness at Archbold Memorial Hospital. Funeral services at Dekle Funeral Chapel with Revs. Bingham and Montgomery. burial Ochlocknee Cemetery. Survived by seven daughters, two sons, four brothers, one sister, 29 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren.
Harvie Harris Averett 61 prominent Ashburn businessman dies after a ten day illness at Tift County Hospital in Tifton. Funeral services Friday at Ashburn Methodist Church with burial at Boston Cemetery. Survived by wife Emily McRae Averett two daughters and six grandchildren.
Central High School band conducted by Ray DeMaris will play a 7 30 p.m. concert at the courthouse for Santa’s surprise visit with interviews for children from 6 30 to 9 p.m. Nat Williams Jr will sponsor free children films as parents shop.
Classified notice lists Want Ads for fast action from police sheriff post office in Kirkland Cray Hughes area. Local business advertises funeral services with prompt response and contact options.
Times Enterprise ad policy lists box numbers and mailing reply charges half a dollar for lost and found and memorial notices, requires advance payment for all classified categories, and advises reporting errors immediately. It notes limits and deadlines for same day publication with varying line rates and office cutoff at 10 A.M.
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