07 Feb 1930
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1930
Page
1
A collection of quirky aphorisms and local notices from the Thomasville Times Enterprise mixes political jabs and humor. It includes remarks on weather, prohibition, the census, graft, and everyday life with scattered references to public works and social norms.
The piece discusses a cotton crisis in the South and farm relief efforts to curb cotton acreage. It argues for diversified crops, warns that overproduction harms prices, and notes that real farm success comes from prudent risk and better crop marketing. It also mentions cultural notes and Georgia University student earnings.
The House seeks to decide if Ruth Bryan Owens, elected representative, can be seated amid claims she may not be a citizen due to her British marriage and residence. Supporters argue she retained U.S. citizenship and rights, while opponents push a technical disqualification seek amendment if needed.
The popular ballad Singing in the Rain is described as widely heard and sung in public, becoming more popular through a Spectacular picture. The text notes singing as a habit with potential uses and nuisance, suggesting it may emerge unexpectedly and irritate others.
Representative Louis Cramton of Michigan objects to the proposed George Washington birthplace house replica, demanding assurance it matches historical details. His stance stalls a 65 000 dollar appropriation sought by Bland of Virginia, delaying passage in Congress.
In Tampico area two men serving as mayor and incoming official were shot during a party for a new government and carnival queen. Both died after being transported to Tampico as troops remained on alert amid political tensions related to President Ortiz Rubio.
Delegates at the Southern Baptist Education Association mid winter meeting in Birmingham decide to seek more time to present denominational school needs and to compile data on school conditions for the May general conference. J W Cammack reelected president and Edgar Godbold named vice president. A R Bond elected secretary-treasurer, succeeding H H Clarke.
Chicago, Feb 7. A woman with a sty robs residents early today threatening to shoot if they resisted. Mrs. Benjamin Skolnik, owner of a near North Side grocery, loses 322 dollars. A male accomplice with a pistol announced the crimes. Earlier days saw multiple robberies by a female thief, with cabbies often targeted.
Sonnenberg, the world heavyweight wrestling champion, beat John Freberg of Minneapolis in two straight falls last night in Minneapolis.
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