28 Jan 1937
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1937
Page
1
A page from the Times Enterprise discusses flood relief in the Memphis Arkansas corridor, WPA funds, a Warm Springs ball, and public concerns about relief effectiveness. It touches on taxes, the oyster industry, Alimony debates, and general civic diligence in weather and governance.
The nation braces for worsening flood conditions on the Ohio and Mississippi. Government evacuation from Cairo to New Orleans looms, with trucks and soldiers aiding displaced residents. Communities like Thomasville are mobilizing relief, while dyke performance and ongoing needs shape the coming weeks.
The piece notes the abundance of new magazines making enumeration difficult. It also describes some individuals promoting their own pet plans as their sole focus, showing their lack of awareness of the broader scene.
The army plans to adjust deployment for police duties when floods create emergencies. Officials say readiness to shift roles depends on scale and needed coordination with local authorities.
Readers note resilient spirit in Thomasville as residents face hardship but cling to faith and community support during uncertain days. The mention of heaven’s blessing frames a hopeful outlook amid local trials.
Gerald Smith says Roosevelt does not count any more and a reelected man is on his way out as the Share-the-Wealther notes the chamber's function in community good work.
New York columnist George Tucker recalls Mr J Haddon Tilk hosting a stark exhibition of torture drawings shown photographically. The sketches depict medieval and nonwestern torments including a live snake swallowing and a jaw breaking device. The piece also teases showbiz names and personal details about Phil Baker Ireene Wicker Willie Morris Meri Bell Mary Balsley and Del Sharbutt with light editorial quips.
The article traces early aims of scientific medicine to destroy germs in the bloodstream led by Paul Ehrlich and notes the development of arsenic compounds for syphilis and drugs like quinine for malaria. It highlights prontosil and sulphonamide as bactericidal agents against streptococcus, citing a Lancet editorial and a 26-case study where all septicemia patients recovered. It suggests extending use to tonsillitis, scarlet fever, and prophylaxis for women about to give birth.
Rep Edith Nourse Rogers Massachusetts led Republicans against a bill to place 14,000 Democratic postmasters in life positions under the merit system incumbents would gain civil service status by noncompetitive exams Rogers proposed competitive tests to include both parties. Senators sought a $50,000 fund to probe General Motors while funds for relief programs faced scrutiny.
In Dublin the mayoral struggle hinges on a city charter issue. Representative Larsen asks a House committee for a public hearing as the deadline to pass a local bill nears. W A Dampier requested a temporary withholding while W A Chapman seeks another term amid ongoing election plans.
Unclear OCR text suggests large bowling activity with over 20 000 participants or teams. Mentions New York City and New Jersey teams, Jersey bowlers and maple crashers in a chaotic fragment.
Police pursue James Parker after Chester South Carolina authorities arrest a man named Parker on a shooting into a house charge. Coroner says victims were found hacked and slashed in a briar patch behind Oakwood cemetery near Montgomery. Investigation points to a jealous or sex-mad suspect.
Forecast for Thomasville and vicinity predicts occasional rain mist and cooler temperatures tonight and Friday with a very slowly rising high. In a separate note Chief of Detectives Paul Rapport says Parker a close friend of the slain girl was seen in town the week before the double murders.
An old advertisement urges quickly treating a three days cough with Creomulsion. It promises fast relief by aiding nature and soothing inflamed areas, and offers a money back guarantee if not satisfied.
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