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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1971
Page
4
In Past Providence AP report youngsters from grades two and three spend free periods at the chessboard. Miss Coates notes three pupils arrived with minor injuries from a pane incident but the class quickly returns to the game.
The Thomas County Board of Commissioners invites sealed bids for renting about 178 acres of cultivable land including 19 acres fronting Pavo Road as part of the Thomasville Thomas County Airport property for 1972. Bids opened December 14, 1971 at 10 AM in the Courthouse office. Rent paid in advance. The board reserves the right to accept or reject any bid. BY E G Maddox Clerk.
About 450 acres of cultivable land including a 230 acre base corn allotment will be rented for 1972. Bids due December 14 1971 at 10 am in the Thomasville Courthouse Office of the Board of Commissioners. Rent paid in advance. Contact Henry W Fielding 226-4389. Right to accept or reject bids reserved.
A scanned ad offers practical cooking tips such as marinating meats in low calorie dressings and serving hot tomato juice as an appetizer. It explains saute meaning jump and gives slicing tips for vegetables. Shopping lines list priced items like fresh beef liver and canned goods, ending with a promotion for M&M Grocery & Market.
Local Army Recruiter Tom Parrish explains the latest pay hike as the largest in history aimed at new enlistees and junior ranks. He notes housing allowances rise, a July six percent raise remains, and broader pay shifts come with a push to an all volunteer force and a more professional, thinking soldier.
In Tallahassee Andrew Jackson Jr. is photographed being led to a car by Sheriff Hamlin after a gun battle with officers. He had abducted Florida State University coed Geraldine Givens, demanding a $1,000 ransom. she was released unharmed when Jackson surrendered and was wounded in the exchange.
Detectives probe a slaying and suspected rape of 27 year old Sue Wick in the Mountain View area near I-285 Atlanta. Her knife scarred nude body was found with folded clothes nearby after leaving a southeast Atlanta Zales store. The case points to possible involvement of known sex offenders.
The body of 69 year old John Henry Peterkin was found in a creek about six blocks from his home. Sheriff G A Cauley said a nephew located the body around 1 am. An inquest was planned to assess foul play and an autopsy would be ordered if needed.
Voters in Brunswick Perry Reidsville Gainesville Thomasville Quitman and Abbeville go to polls with several mayoral and council contests. Brunswick mayoral race features Clyde A. Taylor and Ken Plyman. Perry contenders include John W. Barton Jr J Don Parkinson and Richard Goodroe. Reidsville mayor W Swinton Smith runs unopposed. Perry also votes on Sunday closing ordinance and a ten dollar annual auto sticker. Garden City voters returned Mayor Rupert Bazemore unopposed as his seven man slate won council seats.
Gov. Jimmy Carter's proposal to fold welfare services into a new department of human resources won endorsement from the State Welfare Advisory Committee. Welfare Director Jim Parham called the plan the elimination of a maze of agencies and the establishment of accountability with a single entry point for those seeking aid.
The Aviation Committee recommends buying a 10 130 acre Lawson County site about 50 miles north of Atlanta for a future second airport despite an FAA evaluation calling it a backhanded blessing. The FAA warns of traffic conflicts with Gainesville's Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport and mountains north of the area could affect takeoffs.
Richard C Gerstenberg, age 62 and GM’s chief financial officer, is elected chairman and chief executive officer. He will succeed James M Roche who retires at month end under GM’s retirement plan. He joined GM as a $125 a month factory timekeeper during a low period for the company.
Shelby County DA plans grand jury session to pursue homicide indictments in Elton Hayes death after a police chase crash. Autopsy cites two blows to the head. witnesses to be called and FBI analysis used. Police officers involved remain on paid leave as the process advances.
Wallace, speaking to the National Press Club, names national defense and tax reform as major 1972 issues. He warns Soviet nuclear advances threaten global balance and urges maintaining superiority to deter war. He also criticizes busing and calls for cutting aid to India while urging scrutiny of tax exemptions for foundations and church properties.
Sketon Md AP describes George William Flaharty a 100 year old man who credits longevity to a clear conscience not smoking or drinking He urges youths to follow their inner guidance and mind to avoid wrongdoings.
Box number and mailing replies 50 cents. All Lost and Found ads In Memoriam Cards of Thanks and Situations Wanted ads payable in advance. Report errors immediately. Minimum day up to 12 words. WANT AD RATES 4 lines to 6 lines with varying prices. Fish For Buys In The Times Enterprise And You'll Be In the Chips.
In Northern Ireland a Salvation Army woman was killed and five others injured after a terrorist bombing shredded a carpet factory in Belfast. Four gunmen were shot by the British army in Londonderry as the conflict marked Ireland’s partition anniversary. A wall collapse trapped responders. Mamie Thompson died as workers fled a six floor Victorian rug plant.
W. Feinberg & Son promotes carpet sales with outdoor samples and free measurements. Famous Brands carpets resist stains and spots. Call 226-0411 for Georgia's leading furniture store and guaranteed work.
Five steps outline how to pursue a professional cosmetologist path. Topics cover choosing a school completing state requirements enrolling in program passing licensing exams and starting a career in beauty services at salons or spas. The guide emphasizes hands on training and meeting industry standards.
A notice offers an eight o clock Monday beginners class for alcohol addiction help through Alcoholics Anonymous with no dues fees or pledges and a contact phone. Also advertised are Knit Knock-Yarn Acc Needlepoint Decorative bags in Moultrie with a sewing shop at 513 Main and a separate Closed Toes event open all day Wednesday.
Brown female Chihuahua lost near home with scars on both sides. Child's pet. Reward offered. Call 226-3100 with any information.
Advertises thousands of job openings for men and women 18 and over with high starting pay, short hours, and advancement. Claims preparatory training available and no experience required, with grammar school sufficient. Free information and applications requested to Lincoln Service Box A at Times-Enterprise.
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