04 Feb 1948
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1948
Page
1
A meandering, OCR-like column cites varied topics from ag labor and profits to local road funding and a Georgia phone rate case. It references Gandhi, Henry Wallace, and Uncle Sam, noting small-town life, sewing, and errands as it touches on county bond issues and infrastructure concerns.
The article notes unease over the French franc devaluation and its potential to disrupt inflation expectations and world markets. It mentions Britain’s pound and the American dollar, along with France’s attempt to adjust through increased trade and capital flow, while some bonds decline and speculation grows on dollar demand.
The piece argues the Solid South should form a confederation of political action to unite behind the Democratic Party as a bloc. It claims the South’s race policies and votes have sustained Democrats amid national disaffection and Roosevelt era unrest. It warns against betrayal by Democrats and suggests a unified regional force to influence national politics.
The Vicar of Wimbledon denounces American film star inspired names, refusing baptism for three girls including a girl named Lettuce. He argues English and Christian naming should prevail while noting some fathers relent to Mary or Letty. He also mentions male names like Roberts Bob Charlie and Tyrone as acceptable.
A historical listing outlines a full day of radio programming with segments such as Morning Sign on and Circle Tune rounds, brunch music, news updates, various band times including the Blue Bonnet Boys and Sagebrush Cowboys, and a Safety Time closing block. The timetable shows 7:30 through 6:00 shifts with multiple musical features and news slots across the day.
Georgia officials oppose an injunction that would allow Southern Bell Telephone to raise rates immediately by 17 percent across the board. They argue the move would put residents at the mercy of utilities, citing a hearing on a state motion to dissolve the court order. The Public Service Commission granted a moderate increase after long investigation, delaying the full proposed rise.
Athens Ga Feb 4 Auburn has cancelled the swimming meet with the University of Georgia scheduled for today due to Auburn not having a full team available, Georgia coach Bunis Gabrielson said.
Reported testimony in California centers on the Hickman child slayer now on trial. The defense claims no evidence of insanity despite expert opinions. Aehab. Jealousy is cited as a motive for the crime.
Bethany Home in Vidalia Georgia, serving 74 elderly residents on charitable gifts alone, faces severe finances. Manager T C Simms appeals for contributions to maintain care for the old folks, with donations deductible from income tax. Founded 1923, it has cared for 624 individuals across denominations. over eight residents suffer diabetes.
Savannah Ga Feb 4 AP two firemen were injured battling a blaze at the historic Savannah Theater the second time in a month. Lt C H Clark suffered serious injuries when scaffolding rigging toppled onto him and another fireman L C Jones sustained lesser injuries from falling debris.
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