13 Jan 1928
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1928
Page
1
The page comments on figures like Coolidge and McAdoo, notes upcoming highway work in Georgia, and discusses public issues from taxes to prohibition. It highlights Lindbergh’s palm, Ruth Snyder’s crimes, and Hearst’s influence, while observing current political mood and local tourism shifts.
The Democratic convention will be held in Houston Texas marking the first time the city hosts the national event. Analysts note Houston’s size and proximity to major centers will draw delegates and spectators, though some forecasters favor San Francisco or Detroit. The piece suggests attendees rely on newspapers to stay informed.
The article urges Thomasville to secure a location and long lease for an airport to attract mail and passenger service. It argues today’s planes rely on safe landings and that building the airport will stimulate future air routes across Florida and beyond.
Florida eyes a crowded campaign as governors and senators contend for power. The incumbent governor aims for the U S Senate, facing Park Trammell. Sydney Catts campaigns with a strong following, while Fons Hathaway emerges as a rival linked to pay as you go road work.
President Coolidge plans two stops after entering Georgia both in Florida at Jacksonville and Miami He declines invitations from Savannah and Thomasville noting Georgia charms but not sufficient to alter the itinerary The GOP seeks delegation support rather than a presidential visit and Florida rumors hint at relaxed prohibition enforcement in resort towns amid political influence shaping the trip
The Albany Herald reports Shelbyville Indiana editors deeming the old fashioned woman still capable and content, citing domestic tasks and virtue. It contrasts a bobbed haired flapper with evolving style, noting men’s preferences vary by generation.
City council in regular session with Mayor Hay presiding. Agenda covers street light ordinance on Fletcher Campbell Jackson. gas stations at Love and Jackson and Magnolia. curb stations on West Jackson and Magnolia. tax refunds denied. band maintenance donation deferred. zoning study for filling stations. old city hall bell sale referred. temporary pound authorized. Park and Tree Commission election ordered for Jan 25 1928. fire limits amendment adopted. registrar appointments approved. numerous bills approved for payment.
Alderman McDougald seeks authority to buy a larger pump for 4176.78 with mayor and clerk to sign notes. The purchase is approved. Titus reports a Campbell against the city verdict for 750.00. Attorneys urged to take Campbell v City to higher courts. Council adjourns for two weeks.
Thomasville Georgia forecasts fair conditions tonight and Saturday with little temperature change. Observations at 1 pm show a high of 70 degrees yesterday and today, mean 62, normal 51, with humidity at 8 am 100 percent and 1 pm 60 percent. Wind from the southwest at 7 mph.
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