05 Feb 1955
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1955
Page
1
A reproduction of the Times Enterprise announcement credits Associated Press and the paper for republication rights. It notes daily publication except Sundays, postal filing as second class mail in Thomasville Georgia, with advertising and news staff listed.
An essay condemns the urge to surge forward in traffic. It contrasts two drivers in a test by Employers Mutuals of Wausau, showing a faster top speed caused more fuel, oil, and time saved, urging restraint to reduce wear and risk.
The state notes nineteen percent of roads carry eighty one percent of traffic and urges expanding the state road program. It discusses Turnpike Authority concepts, rising vehicle totals since World War II, and expected federal role in joint road building to relieve heavy traffic burden. The public is urged to support road construction.
Georgia cotton growers discuss using the full current year's allotment and transferring unused portions to others. The article notes reduced acreage across the state, with Thomas county showing a sharp decline but higher per acre yields. Modern gins improve quality and volume, while old equipment limits some crops.
The piece discusses a proposed salary increase for congressmen from 12500 to higher levels, noting added subsidies and living costs in Washington. It argues voters will accept changes amid rising prices and cites support from observers and the president. It also mentions opposition but predicts action will proceed.
A local column urges residents to invest in the town’s progress and support a hospital campaign. It notes diverse citizens and firms still owe contributions, praises a couple’s long standing birthdays, and comments on work ethics, dining, and agriculture including Jarret’s turnips on the Albany road boosted by chicken manure.
The piece argues that a cease-fire and UN mediation may only delay war and pressure Formosa from Chou En lai and Red China. It notes Eden's push for peaceful negotiation, predicts Soviet mediation aims, and warns of Chou En-lai seeking Face and regional dominance, risking prolonged talks.
Elia Kazan, famed director, selects Grapes of Wrath Potemkin The Gold Rush The Baker's Wife Greed Birth of a Nation as his six best. He says photographs tell stories better than dialogue and praises silent films for their enduring power. He plans to film one picture a year and stresses teamwork and temperamental talent.
Hollywood AP Groucho Marx hails Red Skelton as a world class clown and the most original TV performer. The Vincennes Indiana born entertainer explains his comeback with two sponsors a new producer and director and a steady schedule. He discusses developing a relatable character and sticking to the script while building the show’s pace and audience.
Today chairman James A. Farley says winning independent voters is the party’s top task as the committee holds an all day session to select a convention city. Across the globe Soviet attacks are reported while front line activity on the western front is minimal.
The Internal Revenue Service extended the filing due date for farmers to February 15 to file their 1054 individual income tax returns and pay the tax in full. Farmers may skip quarterly estimates if they file a later return and settle the tax due by the Feb. 15 deadline, otherwise the extension to Feb. 15 does not apply.
Crossword clues list with across and down entries, including partial answers and mismatched letters. Readers navigate numbered hints such as cry of a rock direct in singer unclose poetic and other scattered definitions for puzzle solving.
The answer urges parents to examine if materialism drives requests and to realign with Christ first. It suggests parents model simple living, have children earn money, and teach global needs so happiness comes from service, not possessions. It ends inviting readers to send questions to Billy Graham care of the newspaper.
An early 4 a.m. fire heavily damaged the stage fixtures at the University of Georgia chapel in Athens. Fire Chief W C Thompson and crew fought the blaze for about an hour and remained on standby at daylight. The organ three pianos and a large painting on the stage backdrop were badly damaged. Preliminary survey cites defective wiring near the stage as a possible cause. The chapel is among the campus oldest buildings.
A sermon urges true faith as more than words. Belief must yield real change in attitude and conduct, with trust and obedience forming the fruit of religious life. It cautions against hollow creed recitation and calls for a self check on practice of professed beliefs.
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