17 Feb 1950
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1950
Page
1
Fragmented reflections discuss fashion shortages and frugal living while praising Churchill and the British stance. Mention of Veshti School, Russian blockade hints at world peace efforts, and call to reduce government spending by ten percent to fund aims.
The piece notes Supt H R Mebler will retire in October after 42 years in teaching and administration. It praises his flawless attendance, honesty, and steadfast service to local schools and the community, marking the end of an era for many citizens who benefited from his leadership.
A Georgia gubernatorial election analysis decries a cynical, money driven campaign culture. It argues candidates promise broad reforms like school protection while hiding actual costs and funding sources.
The article argues for a stable ten year tax program in Georgia to balance federal and local tax burdens. It criticizes extortionate federal taxation and frequent congressional changes that hurt local returns, urging a reliable scheme that avoids sudden increases and supports long term growth and attracting new businesses. It calls for tapping both small and large taxpayers and emphasizes predictable, sustainable taxation over short term fixes.
A historical column argues federal grants undermine state sovereignty by diverting revenue from taxation. It contends the federal government incurs debts for national defense and veterans aid and suggests constitutional amendments to require sharing a fixed proportion of collected funds with states.
Atlanta Feb 17 Secretary William Lester said the State Tax Revision Committee will extend its work for another year. He notified members Gov Herman Talmadge's appointees are confirmed by the Senate and that no dissolution measure passed. The panel, reorganized last year, has spent about 130000 and urged economy with mild reforms and tighter state property taxes. The legislature adjourned without enacting any committee proposals.
Local employment office head Mr. FE R Wagner reports a rise in unemployment during January 1950 due to seasonal layoffs and the national minimum wage law. The office recorded 189 new claims, 890 total active applications, 107 placements including nine handicapped workers, with most placements in non agricultural pursuits.
The headwaiter promises a vacant table soon as a party at a desirable table delays leaving. The diners linger over dessert coffee and conversation while patrons nearby wait, enduring a lengthy, patient delay before plans or chairs change.
Readers argue that skilled hosts can prolong an evening beyond dessert, using table talk and subtle details to stretch the meal. The piece contrasts superficial evidence like pastries with practiced table usage in social dining.
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