22 Dec 1914
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1914
Page
1
fragments describe political chatter in Georgia papers. references to Leo Frank case petition in New York. comments on Prohibition, Russian War, and local elections. mentions W H Bennett for Tifton postmaster.
A Thomasville girl buys cotton stockings fearing drops through silk while hanging up around Christmas Reve. A western state suffragist canvasser faced about one hundred marriage proposals. Burton Smith and Reuben Arnold were brought to police court after a whipping incident during the Crawford will case with Burton leading the fray and Arnold directing the crowd.
An armless man in Thomasville earns a living by selling postcard pictures and brief life sketches. He demonstrated skill by driving an automobile with assistance and accepted any payment offered, with locals praising his effort to improve his situation.
Mr. James R. Sherrod operates between Coolidge and Pavo and travels weekly to Thom asville since early November. He sells Thomas County sausage bark-bones spare ribs and more, earning about 150 dollars so far with a hopeful total of 250. He will also store meat and lard to sustain his farm for two years, illustrating a model of self sufficiency and local production.
A South Georgia syrup harvest this year is described as so abundant it could float a battleship, with value rivaling the ship itself, highlighting a bumper crop and high market demand.
Quote notes few enjoy labor, while Thomas A Holison says some would find work a welcome novelty and satisfy curiosity about daily tasks.
The fragment notes a habit where some people begin every sentence with an argument and stall discussion by insisting on vetting a word. It highlights a pattern of interruptive speech that slows communication.
Georgia congressmen nominate Judge Bartlet for a new judgeship in the southern part of the state. The selection signals political support and potential changes in the regional judiciary.
The article notes the shortest day of the year as crowds hurry through Christmas shopping. Days will gradually lengthen by a minute daily, though the change is not yet noticeable. An old adage links lengthening days with stronger cold, which many hope this year will not prove true.
An ornate reflection on Christmas joys rooted in childhood memories. The author urges restoring the simple spirit over materialism, recalling gifts like home made treats and small tokens. The piece ties Christmas to the ancient tale of the wise men and Bethlehem, urging spiritual celebration.
Letter writer urges voters to approve a large bond issue for public improvements in Thomasville to fund paving streets and sidewalks extending utilities and building an auditorium. He cites Atlanta as a successful model, argues the city must loosen purse strings, create jobs, and attract state and regional attention for growth. The call invites council unity and citizen support to propel Thomasville toward a larger population and prosperous future.
The city has attracted attention for its expansive Thumerpal plant and admired parks and playgrounds. The piece notes Thomasville's progress, comparing it with Savannah and Atlanta, highlighting lasting improvements and civic pride amid seasonal changes.
A mosquito of an article outlines heavy spending in Thomasville on Coca Cola soda dope and other items. It notes thousands of gallons of syrup ten cents per drink and twenty thousand dollars in revenue to sellers, plus gum chewing and cigarette consumption across a town of about sixty seven hundred. It presents a vivid economic snapshot of local habits and their monetary impact.
The revival of old time Christmas carols comes to Thomasville this year. Girls from the Thomasville Campfire and friends will perform on Christmas Eve. They will meet at the Y M C A at 7 45 pm and sing at the Presbyterian church boarding houses the Tosco Hotel and the City Hospital before continuing to Fletcherville.
Georgia committee chair Robert F Maddox reports progress on the Yale cotton pool loan plan. He notes $69,000,090 has been received and the full $135,000,000 fund will be available next week. He says six cents on cotton was not agreed and outlines loan conditions and margin risks.
Atlanta December 21 report of a local case where Faaper Devore of Geneva New York was detained by police after a gun loaded with bullets resembling dum-dums was found during a search. Devore says he bought the gun loaded from a pawnshop and the origin of the bullets is hard to trace. The matter unlikely to be referred to The Hague tribunal.
Our many friends offered sympathy during the sickness and death of wife and mother. May the God of grace sustain each one of them and keep them from harm, by our prayer. T. W. WALKER and Children.
Fragmentary notes describe a court consideration involving Selva with emphasis on prominence and possible vote implications. The text references a young man and various disruptive phrases, with unclear specifics but signals a legal or civic matter pending.
Free Masons of America launch a broad relief movement in Harone to aid sufferers regardless of nationality. Begun by Cortone William D Mellish of Cincinnati with headquarters there, Georgia Masons show strong interest through the Masons Annuity group aiding widows and orphans. London lodges and the English lodge likely to handle much relief work, with the Annuity reporting a prosperous year and owning Atlanta real estate as support. Over 2 million dollars has been raised so far.
Washington December 21 President Wilson is understood to urge the Senate to reconsider its action in including a clause in the Safety at Sea Convention. Supporters say the reservation allowing the United States to make further safety regulations for foreign ships entering American or territorial waters may be unacceptable to other signatories.
The House Naval Affairs Committee began an informal review of this year’s naval program evaluating testimony against Navy Department estimates and recommendations. Gardner concluded his hearing testimony yesterday as the committee prepares to frame the Naval bill on Monday and aims to report it before the holiday recess.
Washington December 19 The House Military Committee agreed on an army appropriation bill totaling 101 million dollars It includes a special fund of 15000 dollars to cover the expenses of military observers in Europe
An advertisement promotes Ferriline as a tasteless improved quinine syrup for children and adults who cannot take ordinary quinine. It claims easy intake with no stomach upset and no nervousness or head tingling, priced at 25 cents for a 2 ounce package.
Mr. B W Stone of this city releases The Pecan Business a concise booklet tracing the pecan industry from its inception to modern advances. With twenty years of practical experience Stone explains contemporary methods and improvements for economical grove development. The illustrated booklet offers grove scenes and a back-page write up on Thomasville as a promotional feature.
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