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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1933
Page
2
The House Committee backs a liquor tax plan projecting $294,000,000 in 1934 under strong activity and $202,006,000 under weak activity. The proposal would entrust the federal government with $2 per gallon of liquor sold, regardless of state taxes, while a doubled tariff on liquor imports is postponed for now.
Local officials propose a amended airport project costing 37 686 dollars to grade the field build runways and clear land. The plan aims to make the field standard for commercial and private aviation with future border lights and arrangements. Thomasville’s central location between Tampa Atlanta Savannah Pensacola is highlighted for its aviation potential.
Kiwanis members gathered at the Legion Home on North Broad Street for a turkey luncheon. Guest of honor was president elect Mrs. Bill Gravely, with remarks on upcoming officer installation January 4. An Empty Stocking Fund delivery followed, and a holiday music program by T. C. Gandy, Billy Wolfson, and Joe Singletary entertained attendees.
Senate investigators heard that Guardian Detroit Union Group Inc showed deficits of 39 000 in 1930 288 000 in 1931 and 714 000 in 1932 not disclosed to stockholders while large dividends were paid. Robert O Lord testified some signatures on reports were not his and he doubted a 1932 signature. The Detroit headquarters provided copies to the committee from Lansing reports.
Fordyce and Langston, famed stunt riders, headline a Christmas afternoon show from 3:00 to 4:30 at Municipal Stadium. They perform over forty stunts including head spins, seat stunts, and a cat Leon Langston plate glass barrier smash. Admission is 25 cents with local firms testing the wall and related feats.
Tellahassee on December 22 reports the Florida railroad commission has ordered telephone companies to reduce excess charges for desk and French tone telephones and service connections, effective January 20.
Local society notes list visitors including Mr Virgil S Gates of Dunnellon and Mr C Baxter Jones of Macon. Crusade Day observances are announced with historical notes on temperance efforts and Frances Willard. Mrs Willie Maude Fagan dies. funeral plans set with full obituary and pallbearers.
The NRA ordered 19 employers to surrender their blue eagle insignia for failing to meet the reemployment agreement. Among those affected were 13 laundries in Cincinnati.
Washington reports farm leaders meeting with Secretary Wallace discussed asking Congress for a 200 million dollar fund to finance dairy and battle cattle production control. Pasadena Open golf update notes MacDonald Smith’s 67 in first day qualifying, setting pace and challenging rivals.
Mrs Fred S Norton announces her candidacy for Tax Receiver to fill the unexpired term of her late husband Fred S Norton. She states years of assisting in his work and full qualification for the office and seeks the vote and support of loyal friends and her own followers.
James W Evans announces candidacy for Tax Receiver of Thomas County in the January 4 1934 special election to fill the late F S Norton term He appeals to voters and pledges full service if elected noting support from many friends.
Shelton C. Chastain announces candidacy for the unexpired Tax Receiver term in Thomas County following the death of FS Norton. He appeals for votes in the special election set for January 4, citing need for work and offering public service.
Detailed listings show multiple paving grading and construction projects across Toombs Brooks Clayton Warren Gwinnett Wayne Tattnall Long Evans Bryan Floyd Houston and related routes. Highlights include paving on Quitman Moultrie Fayetteville Jonesboro grading on Crawford Warrenton and Jesup Brunswick routes and several bridge constructions including county line Canoochee river and a Southern Railway overpass.
Atlanta reports the government shipped seven carloads of rat traps into Georgia as part of a campaign to place 320 000 traps. Five thousand Civil Works Administration workers will operate in 69 southern Georgia counties to combat rats believed to carry typhus.
A corner location at Madison and West Jackson streets lists drinks and drugs at CURB SERVICE. MASH DRUG COMPANY operates on Statesboro-Metter road in Bulloch. Construction of a county line bridge over the Chestatee river spans the Dawsonville Gainesvill e highway in Dawson and Hall counties.
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