04 Jan 1949
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1949
Page
1
A fragmented notice discusses New Year optimism in Georgia with references to tax talks, stock market jitters, and social events. It notes dividend optimism, a boom year 1949 expectations, and Atlanta society's Nine O Clock Ball at the Country Club with scattered gatherings in Glenwood and nearby areas.
The piece examines ongoing dispute over wartime rent control, praising its protective aim for tenants amid shortages and military towns while noting burdens on owners. It discusses proposed two year extensions, potential discontinuation, and calls for fair, equal treatment of landlords and tenants.
The 81st Congress opens with Democrats holding clear majorities in both houses and Republicans re-evaluating leadership. Taft faces liberal opposition while Dewey and Truman strengths shape party strategy. Civil rights policy and labor stake out positions as lawmakers anticipate a year of debate and action.
Florida headlines a lavish Tallahassee gala with Governor Warren to greet crowds. Georgia guests join receptions and balls as the city prepares for a grand public event amid ceremonial decor and lighted displays.
Private eye Barnes unravels a tangle of theft murder and betrayal. Zara Zaralis is suspected as mastermind behind Cardeur and DeFoe deaths while DeFoe’s safety deposit box keys and Herbert Varney alias reach the bank. Barnes confronts Zara and links Par rish to the crime in a tense stand off.
An airplane crew pursues a new endurance record as the question mark marked craft flies for a fourth day approaching 72 hours aloft. The event unfolds amid a broader news day with arbitration talks and local film prospects noted, including Thomasville figures and notable travelers.
Fragmentary report notes discussions on democracy challenges and policy shaping as a session opens. Mentions proposals for assembly and state legislation, governor and administration meetings, unemployment claims, and a Thomasville baseball club forming with new backing.
There is confusion among subscribers as Budswallop Boston Aluminum Company AE-18 issues shake the public, with readers reporting delays and unclear notices about service provisions. Officials urge calm and promise clarification and corrected communications.
An outraged Buffalo resident telephoned police saying he does not mind a speeding summons but objects to an officer signing it good and swift. The notice was issued by Patrolmen Walter J. Swift and Robert H. Good and signed in a patrol car.
Thomasville’s postal receipts rose to 10 658.61 or 11.22 percent in 1948, totaling 105 574.87 dollars, up from 94 916.36 in 1947. Figures exclude money order fees. quarterly gains favored October–December, with strong August–September growth signaling steady local economic progress.
Atlanta reports that farm fuel tax refunds lowered Georgia’s six month net revenue. Revenue Commissioner Charles Redwine announced total income of 46,158,169 dollars for the period ending December 31, up 442,223 dollars from last year, but net income fell to 44,052,191 dollars, 713,619 dollars below the prior year.
Santa Monica California January 4 AP author Lewis Allen Browne a London born former rabbi writer lecturer and Jewish history authority ended his life citing blindness as the motive police said a note found at his Uplifters Club Ranch home said there was no chance of saving his vision Browne 52 authored This Believing World Why Jews Are Like That How Odd of God and The Story of the Jews among other works he came to the United States in 1912
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