28 Dec 1948
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1948
Page
1
Publication details for The Times Enterprise Thomasville Georgia. Copyright and Associated Press notice note exclusive republication rights. Subscription and advertising terms appear, with monthly rates and office contact.
Thomasville has built concrete seating for four thousand with rest rooms press box and other accommodations as the starter for a modern stadium. Plans include grounds shaping drainage fencing and grading for sod by next fall. Fundraising is sought to cover an estimated three thousand dollars for the attractive fence.
The town sees effect of new payrolls from diverse plants and farms. Factories like the Watson-Scott Company and Thompson Foundry join lumber, canning, and food firms shipping products worldwide. Growth supports employment and a stronger business community under Hugh Gurley’s Commerce presidency.
The Chamber of Commerce seeks citizen ideas on the town’s top needs for 1949. Members were invited to submit suggestions at the annual meeting, with President Hugh Gurley guiding plans to focus on practical, achievable projects and avoid waste.
City leaders push for early completion of widening Smith Avenue along U.S. Highway 84 and paving the State Farm Market property adjacent. Rights of way secured. authorities ready to proceed to obtain remaining consents for essential upgrades amid heavy traffic and poor conditions. Representative Robert E B Chastain pledges support to accelerate the project for Thomasville.
Despite heavy rains and late freezes that dampened peach output, Georgia farmers posted near nine hundred million in farm value for the year. Crop values rose in peanuts and truck crops while cotton, corn, tobacco and other staples added to a strong total, with improved prices and normalization of labor aiding the year's prosperity.
Mr Barnes confronts Gordon Parrish about Zara’s accusation and the Cardeur killings. He theorizes about a million to five million dollar motive and hints at evidence from garroting wires. Parrish denies involvement and agrees to relay a message to Eurlich while avoiding a street confrontation.
A fragmented report notes the promoter predicting a win for Jack Dempsey in a February 24 boxing bout. Mentions a presidential tie and a sequence of unclear events, with references to Sapelo Ishind and Vaseuain amid chaotic sports notes and health concerns from a nearby outbreak.
A torn text outlines troop movements and border tensions with Anatiigity forces crossing lines. Weather chaos stretches from the north to the Gulf causing fatalities. Diplomatic strains and resignations ripple through regional leaders amid unrest and warnings of severed ties.
Meigs Georgia December 28 The annual Christmas tree event and an enjoyable program were jointly sponsored by Meigs Baptist groups. The church plans a night on December 33 at 7 30 o clock with Pastor Rev J W Franklin inviting all interested attendees to be present for the evening program.
Macon Ga Dec 28 AP representatives of veterans organizations passed resolutions urging expansion of the veterans hospital in Dublin The resolutions state the 900 bed medical center now has only about 20 of its beds in use and cite a shortage of personnel as the reason for the underutilization
Beautifully wrapped gifts delighted attendees as friends and family shared in a warm, celebratory event. Laughter and seasonal music filled the room while everyone enjoyed treats and companionship.
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A scraped radio day log lists show times and program names from early morning to sign off. Entries include News at 10:00, Georgia Market Review, Luncheon Melodies, Danceland-Review, Navy Band, Sagebrush Cowboys, Record Man Show, and Star Time with various hosts and segment titles.
A DC-3 charter plane with undetermined passengers disappeared on a San Juan Puerto Rico to Miami Florida flight. Coast Guard and military aircraft sweep the Bahamas area as the search widens. The craft owned by Nar Knight of Miami but leased to Airborne Transport Inc. No immediate word on passengers or cause.
A historical remark portrays the rhinoceros as not very intelligent and having a bad temper, noting its challenging behavior and temperament.
Meigs, Ga., reports 1948 set city growth and improvement records with new homes, businesses, and modern structures. The town expects a strong 1949 as diversification in money crops and other establishments attract new residents, while the South American deer and ostrich notes appear as unusual details.
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