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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1925
Page
1
The Associated Press reports in a New York Times dispatch that Ambassador Moore told King Alfonso of Spain he has resigned and will return to the United States immediately.
In Washington on December 16 hundreds of starlings and English sparrows clashed with city firemen over roosting trees on Pennsylvania Avenue. The firemen sprayed the trees with a hose but the birds forced a retreat, leaving the trees claimed by the birds for the moment.
Dr. Melvin Grove Kyle of Xenia Theological Seminary will lead a research team to Palestine next spring to seek records on Joshua and Moses. The project aims to uncover writings about the conquest, lifework, and laws associated with biblical figures.
Washington December 16 report from the Labor Department notes a two tenths of one percent rise in employment during November. nearly all lines of work posted gains in the survey covering leading industries.
Earth shocks struck Belgrade and many regions today with considerable damage reported along the Adriatic coast. Authorities urged caution as aftershocks were feared and rescue operations began to assess affected areas.
Thousands in Europe danced to music from the United States as Waldorf Astoria broadcasts were rebroadcast by KDKA Pittsburgh and relayed to European stations for nationwide airing.
Athens reports Greece accepts unconditionally the League of Nations award for the Greco Bulgarian incident. The government hopes the reparations sum will be set equitably with Bulgaria's reparations owed, in a note to the British minister.
All Great Lakes coast guard stations will remain open during winter for the first time in years. The order aims to curb smuggling and rum running and was issued by authorities in Washington D C on December 16.
United States Judge Samuel H. Sibley told a Atlanta club that the promiscuous use of liquor by young men and women probably destroys old-time morality more than any other factor. He cited short skirts and automobile rides as additional risks.
Washington December 16 Josh Walsh of New Orleans was nominated today as a member of the Shipping Board and is currently serving a recess appointment.
Cloudy tonight and Thursday with likely rain in the southern portion. Much cooler tonight with moderate to fresh northerly winds.
The Thomasville high Bulldogs played Enterprise Wildcats to a scoreless tie in muddy conditions. Dunn suffered a fractured collarbone and dislocated shoulder while Burch sustained a painful sprain. both were sidelined, yet the Bulldogs preserved their unbeaten slate and occupy first place in the region.
Senator Schall challenged claims by Magnus Johnson's counsel that bootleggers contributed to Johnson's campaign and that a prohibition officer was asked not to prosecute a violator. The dissenting remarks were struck from the record as the Senate election sub committee opened the contest hearing.
An unidentified man was found dead floating in the Miami River with bloodstained clothing, the Associated Press reports from Miami. The investigation into the victim’s identity and the cause of death continues.
Thomaston Georgia December 16 1925 E R Jerger Times Enterprise Co Thomasville Ga Frank Pittman Tom Mitchell and I attended a Kiwanis meeting last night and spoke on Route No 3. I traveled No 3 yesterday despite a bad day and it is as good as any route in Georgia. I believe the newspaper filling stations and citizens are justified now. A paved Route No 3 and the West Coast Highway in Florida would put Thomasville on the main line.
A Weeks letter to President Coolidge describing Colonel William Mitchell as lawless and unfit for high office was entered as evidence at Mitchell's court martial. Weeks regrets the remark though praise for Mitchell’s war record is noted. The court martial hearing near conclusion, with closing arguments expected soon.
Roanoke Virginia December 16 A court voided the November 3 election of J H Frantz as Roanoke city treasurer ruling a pre election promise to return excess fees violated state law. The contest by Joseph T Engleby Jr defeated candidate preserved no winner awaiting vacancy rulings and possible overhang until successor named.
Fayetteville Ga December 16 Rainey Cauthern who with Melvin Windham confessed to taking part in a plot to kill James C Langston a rural mail carrier near here over three years ago pleaded guilty in Fayette Superior Court and was given life in prison Judge Searcy also sentenced Melvin Brown who was convicted last night in the same case to life in prison with mercy recommended by the court
In New York on December 16 a group posed as actors while four others held up members of the Nittany Republican club. They robbed them of 500 dollars in cash and jewelry as bystanders believed a movie melodrama was being filmed. The robbers vanished after confining victims in a back room.
Private detectives guard Countess Salm Von Hoogstraeten after an attempted kidnapping of her year old son near Waikiki cottage in Palm Beach. The countess remains silent as rumors swirl about her husband and father arriving in Florida.
Paris December 16 Premier Briand introduced a bill in the chamber of deputies urging ratification of the Locarno security pact. The move aims to solidify collaborative European security amid ongoing tensions.
The present incumbent may continue in office unless a vacancy is declared. If a vacancy exists the city charter requires the council to appoint a treasurer to fill the unexpired term, likely completing the full term.
Harrisburg, Pa reputably hosting a strike conference as mayors and burgesses from coal regions gather at the governor's request. Governor Pinchot, slated to speak, has not announced a termination plan but is expected to outline proposals in the opening address.
New York police search for an unknown bootlegger after Battling Siki was killed amid a disputed twenty dollar liquor debt. Siki had reportedly been threatened days earlier by a man demanding payment.
Five inmates escaped the DeKalb County jail in Decatur by forcing the door lock with a bunk iron. Three of the escapees were among six who broke out from the same jail three weeks earlier.
Senator Paul Doumer was appointed minister of finance succeeding M Loucheur who resigned after his fiscal policies were rejected by the chamber of deputies. After conferring with Premier Briand the senator announced his acceptance of the post.
Washington reports the Republican majority approved a plan to place insurgent Republicans at the bottom of committee lists without debate. Critics say the move goes against Lincoln era principles and reflects factional strength within the party.
In Philadelphia on December 16 the bodies of Mrs. E Blanche Mepham and her 14 year old son Edward were found strangled with blue binding tape at their home. Mrs. Mepham is suspected of harming herself after killing her son, while her elderly mother Mrs Elizabeth Palmer said her daughter suffered religious delusions.
Good progress in finishing the cotton harvest in the South was announced. Crop conditions in Georgia show cereals growing fast, planting nearly done, cane grinding near completion, and truck crops like cabbage onions and turnips prospering despite rains.
A special legislative committee of senators and representatives from cotton growing states is formed in Washington to draft cotton legislation. Senator Smith of South Carolina will convene a conference to improve government cotton reports. Members include Senator Harris and Representative Vinson of Georgia.
Representative Jarrett of Tennessee said in the House that Republicans are placing insurgents at the bottom of committees to punish those who stood for Abraham Lincoln’s principles.
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