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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1929
Page
1
A long column of scattered quotations and jokes appears in the Thomasville Times Enterprise reflecting on economy politics and daily life. The piece cites figures and public figures with light, humorous observations, touching on Chicago events Ford and Prohibition era themes.
The discussion outlines tax reform ideas and public reaction in Georgia. Citizens and lawmakers weigh simplicity and fairness, debating salary-based plans versus longer-term changes, with farmers and workers expressing varied impacts. Public sentiment hints at broad support if a clear plan emerges.
An editorial reflects on a merchant who left little material wealth yet inspired others through unselfish effort. It argues true success lies in aiding fellowmen and daily acts of service rather than grand wealth, noting many steadfast workers contribute quietly to community growth.
Mr. Lewis Wilson spoke to the Rotary Club on the Chamber of Commerce urging members who promised to pay dues to do so to avoid a deficit. He praised the chamber as well run and valuable, contrasting supporters with critics and noting the group’s high level of work and economic stewardship. Carlton threatens to curb gambling in Miami as Dempsey plans a California move for the big fight.
Fred S Norton announces tax return receipt locations and dates across towns including Metgs Ockhlokee Ellabelle Coolidge Merrillville Pavo Patten Barwick Boston Metcalf Oaklawn and a weekly Court House visit in Thomasville every Saturday until March 16 with office hours May 1 closing books.
Thomasville Ga February 1 1929 forecast for Thomasville and vicinity cold night increasing cloudiness with rising temperatures. Observations show a stormy system over the Ohio Valley and northeast with light snow, high pressure over Missouri and central valleys bringing fair cold air, freezing temps near the gulf coast, temps near freezing tonight then moderating Saturday.
London February 1 Formal decision to hear a representative of General Bramwell Booth on his fitness to remain as commander in chief of the Salvation Army was made by the army's high council in a morning meeting. The council adjourned sine die, with expectation the general's representative would attend when it reconvenes.
Frank B Williams, 80, lumber magnate who introduced Louisiana cypress for building, died in New Orleans last night. He was renowned for his bene factions to his thousands of employees.
Walker L. Wellford president of the Memphis Hoover Non-Partisan Club testified before a Senate committee investigating the appointment of Edward V. Sheley acting postmaster He said he could prove the Memphis postmastership had been purchased and disclosed steps leading to the appointment in Memphis Tennessee February 1 in Washington D C.
A prominent financier owned several large sugar plantations and Louisiana refineries. He aided philanthropic causes and helped organize New Orleans Mardi Gras Carnival, serving as king in an earlier festival.
Kenneth B. Coulter and his 26 year old bride Ruth Mc Connell Coulter left Indianapolis for New York. The 43 year old Clifton Springs capitalist and the art student were married yesterday at their families home after a dramatic chase from Rochester to San Francisco and an airplane flight amid reports of a physician involvement. Coulter has been paralyzed since a football injury nearly two decades ago.
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