04 Feb 1930
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1930
Page
1
Short items from Thomasville area columns include comments on highway division coming to Moultrie, plans for South Georgia road work, and local suggestions. Editorials touch on farmers, finances, and public figures with a focus on regional development and politics in early 20th century Georgia.
The resignation of Chief Justice William Howard Taft is noted with regret as it ends his eleven year period on the Supreme Court. The piece praises his public service and leadership and hopes his illness is not as serious as reports suggest.
Announcement that the highway division headquarters will move from Thomasville to Moultrie comes as a surprise and regret in Thomasville. The piece argues the move lacks clear business reasons and praises engineer E. Jack Smith, noting his likely retention. It mentions expected timing for changes and ends with unrelated notes on Carrie C. Catts and Aimee Semple McPherson.
The piece mocks John Rockefeller for giving away dimes while he has given away millions. It notes the aged magnate continues the practice to a degree seen as curious and not a mere publicity stunt. The writing questions whether the act reflects ego or genuine concern.
A veteran editor laments the lack of thanks from readers for daily coverage that serves institutions and individuals throughout the year. He notes columns rarely trigger gratitude while criticism appears quickly, and discusses the newspaper’s role in revealing truth and supporting charity, often without public acknowledgment.
Baltimore mourns as Alan E Lefcourt, ten year old son of A. E. Lefcourt, dies from anaemia in hospital after two years of illness. He was described as the world’s richest property owner his age with a deed to a square feet of property on Avenue and 34 Street. His father, a real estate developer, had planned a 30 story building in New York whose projected cost was ten million dollars.
A medical note explains the dangers of the common cold beyond the illness itself. It details how congestion in the nasal mucosa can affect sinus cavities and lead to sinusitis. Potential complications include pneumonia rheumatic fever kidney inflammation and heart lining involvement.
Atlanta February 4 Georgia and Alabama cotton mill executives gathered for a brief conference with Walker D Hines chairman and George A Sidan president of the cotton textile institute They planned to discuss southern textile problems especially production adjusted to sales demands Sloan the former Copper and Brass Research Association secretary and now institute president made his first southern visit since taking office
The United States liner George Washington docked in Hoboken after a three day late arrival caused by a severe storm. Captain A B Randall called the voyage one of the worst he had experienced with winds over 100 miles per hour and hail and snow squalls. Fifteen passengers sustained cuts and bruises during the passage.
The Electro Construction Company seeks 50000 dollars in Fulton superior court alleging Patrick H. Hendricks failed to inspect wiring for the 1 million dollar city hall project. It claims he vowed not to approve the work because it was performed by an out-of-town contractor and notes the council had just ordered an inspection and report.
The national indoor championships in New York reduced the singles field to 15 survivors. Frank Hunter, the defending champion, faced Frank Bonneau of New York as part of the round of 16, with other notable matchups including Harris Coggeshall of Des Moines against Sidney Seligson.
Expert notes that proper care and bed rest help prevent complications from the common cold. The guidance emphasizes avoiding neglect or indifference and urges seeking competent medical attention to hasten recovery.
Perrine Rockafellow faces Bob Considine of Washington as doubles play begins today at public parks. Hunter and Bill Tilden, now in France, won the doubles title last year, setting high hopes for this event.
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