20 Jan 1945
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1945
Page
1
Readable fragments show advertisement insertions due at 6 pm and advance subscription payments. Other lines comment on war effort, aviation, politics, bonds, and cattle at the Georgia Experiment Station in Tifton.
A Georgia bill proposes mandatory two primaries to decide county unit outcomes if no candidate wins a majority. The change would trigger runoffs in affected counties and extend counts before declaring winners, amid debate on primaries and white primary law. Also reports on MacArthur’s Philippines push, Luzon operations, and improving Allied progress against Japan.
Washington reports that under 30 scientists and researchers may be treated as in critical work for draft deferment. Officials note aircraft development is clearly critical, while local transit and food processing are essential but not strictly critical. The ambiguous meaning of research could complicate boards’ decisions.
The G I Bill of Rights offers comprehensive aid to returning soldiers, focusing on rehabilitation and education to prevent worklessness and disaffection. It urges parents to guide younger veterans in understanding benefits and stresses swift, practical action despite red tape.
The text notes that while many organizations assist, only a limited number should be involved and each community has a duty beyond these bodies. It emphasizes that these organizations are official in character and tend to know individuals well, showing strong interest in community support and aid.
Donalsonville report notes Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Martin in Waycross for hospital treatment. Mrs. Douglas Cowart visited in Pelham. WMU annual Bowen Association meeting in Colquitt listed Mesdames Cowart Aiken Thomas Dunn Jeffcoat Cannington Patterson Ward. Cpl. Sol Guterman transferred Bainbridge to Montgomery. I. Bones of Colquitt visited L. J. Cowart. E. C. Smith Jr. spent Monday in Albany. Arthur Lee Hay on leave from San Francisco after over a year abroad. I. L. Hay and Lenwood Hay visiting relatives here.
Statements released today by the two local banks of Donalsonville indicate a substantial rise in business activity. Officials reported higher deposits, loan demand, and consumer confidence across the community.
Georgia dairymen voted to ask the General Assembly to extend the state milk control program and endorsed an eight point plan to boost milk production. The plan covers balanced feeds, cow production records, disease control, fair milk and cream prices, labor saving methods, land and building care, sound breeding, and high quality roughage. A. P. Hutson was elected president with O. R. Coppage as vice president and James Jackson as secretary. directors named include A. E. Mapp, A. P. Winston, B. W. Huseholder, J. C. Park, Berry Rigdon, B. B. George, L. H. Taylor, H. B. Standard, and L. P. Underwood.
Lisbon reports that American planes dropped bombs on the Macao province by mistake. The dispatch notes economic observations about 1944, and lists local banks and war bond quotas, highlighting deposits and resources. Donalsonville is mentioned as an agricultural area with limited military benefit.
In near zero temperatures the American First Army fights the Belgian bulge, earning praise for courage and endurance. Lt. Jack Spencer notes troops’ resolve despite frostbite, while stories detail cold weather hardships from frozen medicines to wrecked shelters and the need for improvised protections.
Meigs Georgia January 20 invitation to Church School at 11 00 AM jointly hosted by the Methodist and Baptist churches. Welcoming all denominations and newcomers with organized classes led by experienced teachers. Plan to attend.
Meigs Georgia January 20 Mrs S E Heisler Sr visited Ochlochnec. Locals at court in Thomasville included G B Isler C C Wurst and W A Howell. Hannah Johnson spent a short time in Pelham Monday. T J Willis visited Pelham Monday afternoon. J N Isler and wife visited Cairo Wednesday. Jerry Davis has been a recent visitor to Pelham.
Report from a late edition notes the United States government expressed regret and ordered an inquiry after an incident west of Hong Kong on Jane 16, with details emerging last night.
A wartime era note describes a marketable dog calling device with a back strapped receiver and home microphone to summon a wandering dog by voice. It also covers rabies myths, dog nail care, car possessiveness, tail chewing remedies, bedding debates, and Great Dane feeding guidance.
Chicago report notes women smokers snapped up 200000 pipes in three months as dainty bowls and colored mouthpieces marketed to complement outfits gain traction. Robert L. Marx, addressing the National Association of Tobacco Distributors, says the fad is a definite industry factor amid a cigarette shortage.
Vice Admiral Ross T. McIntire, Navy surgeon general, says President Roosevelt 63, in fine shape and in health comparable to most men his age. The president has not had a cold, and there is cautious optimism at the White House as he begins a fourth term.
In Washington a grand Mayflower Hotel fete for the electoral college drew 1500 guests including General Marshall Admiral King Mrs Roosevelt and Justice Supreme Court members. Henry Wallace teased about serving as vice president while touting the election system amid wartime.
The readable ground mentions departure times for trips toward Atlanta and Aycrose with several listed hourly marks. Details are incomplete and unclear due to garbled OCR text.
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