23 Dec 1937
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1937
Page
1
The piece reflects on Christmas spirit in Thomasville with charitable giving and stockings funds, while also commenting on Roosevelt era policy, taxation, and national political debates. It discusses civic generosity, economic burdens, and statehood discussions for Hawaii, with multiple named groups and figures in a period voice.
A historic editorial argues the nation faces a recurring crisis as receipts fall and expenditures rise. It calls for prudent action by the chosen leaders and acknowledges widespread strain from Georgia to Thomasville, urging intelligent economic measures to bridge gaps.
The article reports that Hawaii is unlikely to gain statehood soon as U S officials cite the large Japanese population. Off the record discussions suggest Hawaii will be denied the privilege due to demographic concerns, following a congressional delegation trip after the summer session.
The Red Cross Roll Call is reported as successful with many fine donations. Fondren Mitchell is praised for his leadership and generosity in urging support, and his courage and dedication are lauded. The piece also notes unrelated remarks about Japan and Mae West.
New York reports Joe the Snowman across from Madison Square Garden creates daily glittering snow for ski jumps and snowshoe mushers using a mixer like device. Katharine Cornell plans weeks in Europe with Guthrie McClintic to decide on a world tour. Miss Cornell’s emissary Ray Henderson was killed in Greece recently. Walter Hart Blumenthal is described as unpredictable by book dealers.
A historical timetable notes Georgia Stages, Inc. listing routes from Atlanta to Dothan Waycross Tifton Tallahassee and Monticello with departure and arrival times and a declaration of no fare increases. The notice mentions new service and a shift in schedule as it ends with Leave.
A lit catalog lists odd book substitutions edited by an unnamed editor. Entries include Van Loon Story of Mankind Half Sheep Edith Wharton Age of Innocence Half Calf James Whitcomb Riley Old Swimming Hole Undressed Kid Browne Every Woman Curious Stopes Married Love Rare in this state Weyl Tired Radicals Imitation Russia and a rainbow division of Manhattan orchestra with color names. Also references Jacques Charles and a Casino show blamed for its demise. Includes kitchen tips like broiled grapefruit garnish and quips from Ernie Holst Oscar Bradley Buddy Clark and Billy Rose.
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