11 Feb 1950
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1950
Page
1
The note warns of a serious coal shortage that may end in ten days, with optimism fading that it will be resolved. It references a heavy rain roof, medical Tele Atlanta surgery, a delayed phone strike until February, and a gas line debate to supply homes and industries, plus upcoming entertainment by Tommy and The Revelers on February 10.
The text discusses a Georgia political battle over the county unit system used in elections. It argues the system advantages rural counties while diluting city votes, seeks to reform or abolish it, and warns of broader impacts on presidential and Senate selections. The piece notes litigation in Atlanta and frames the issue as a fight between urban and rural interests.
Fragmentary note argues that one million students drop out each year due to a failing system or lack of access. It suggests urgency to visualize options and secure what is available, urging action to address enrollment losses.
A long critique of campaign costs in Georgia notes state races demand large sums, with gubernatorial and senatorial campaigns handling hundreds of thousands to millions. It argues donations influence policy, donors seek returns, and the system discourages capable candidates who lack funding.
Georgia should form a State Turnpike Authority to borrow funds and build four-lane highways. Tolls would be charged to recover costs, with routes proposed from Chattanooga to Tallahassee, Gainesville to Jacksonville, Savannah to Montgomery, and Augusta to Rome via Atlanta. The plan claims faster, safer travel and accepts some unresolved issues requiring study.
Anne, a diligent parson, enjoys open windows and fresh air while Mary handles meals and chores. Her sons Rob and Roy read letters from relatives, debate visits to Aunt Adele and Uncle David, and comfort each other about their absent father Tony as Anne plans a quick trip to the country and back.
A paternal note urges parents to stop absorbing their grown children’s problems. It counsels explaining that training is finished and the children must stand on their own feet. It asserts that many troubles are exaggerated and that a hopeful, less sympathetic stance will prompt solutions.
Dr Arthur A. Schuck announces Boy Scouts Week February 6 to 12 and notes the fortieth anniversary since 1910. He describes aims to enrich the nation by developing boys physically mentally morally and spiritually and highlights the upcoming National Jamboree at Valley Forge June 11 to July 6 with over 40 000 Scouts.
Explosions rock the waterfront as a large liner catches fire and sinks at a Manhattan pier. The incident endangers the Hudson River tunnel as blasts shake the riverfront and draw a large crowd.
Ingrid Bergman’s divorce papers from Peter Lindstrom were sent to Rome by United States airmail. Attorney William Cocke, who oversaw Juarez Mexico divorce details, said the papers were dispatched last night. Bergman, who recently had a son, is expected to marry Roberto Rossellini once the papers arrive.
In Atlanta the state senate committee killed a resolution asking the University of Georgia Athletic Association to stop operating a school laundry and dry cleaning plant. Dr J C Rogers said the plant runs as a school agency on a non profit basis serving students. A petition signed by 2000 students supported keeping the laundry. Athens laundries had sued to close the university plant and appealed to the state supreme court.
Bainbridge February 11 Rabbi Samuel H. Goldenson will speak at Temple Beth El Sunday evening at 8 o'clock. The public is invited to hear him. He has long led Temple Emanu El in New York City and serves on multiple religious bodies and committees fostering Jewish Christian cooperation.
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