17 Jul 1947
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1947
Page
1
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The column reflects on coal prices shaping daily life, the Tallahassee trip as a measure of movement, tax cut debates ending for now, and global tensions with Russia over Europe. It notes bonds, a president term amendment, Jekyll Island sale as a political issue, and criticism of lynching bills and road conditions in Georgia. A new Thornsville hotel promises change for Thomasville visitors.
A columnist argues the author should visit Georgia to see shifts since a widely publicized expose. The piece suggests changes have occurred since the isolated case was used as a broader example.
Fragmentary text recalls an old time era and railroads. Mention of unscreened cond and a youthful mood hints at historical anecdotes without clear events or names. The fragment gestures at trains and a past era.
The piece argues John L. Lewis led a decisive miners victory, predicts rising coal costs and widespread inflation, and criticizes industry pressure and political manipulation. It warns of ongoing economic instability unless old controls return and big industry is restrained.
Gene Cox dubbed the Georgia Bulldog of Congress fights to reopen VA hospital plans. Senator Dick Russell backs Thomasville at first breach. A congressional investigator findings could shift VA building plans and save taxpayers while speeding veteran care. The issue may alter hospital allocations and prevent wasteful facility discards.
The Bulldog remains undaunted, a hard fighter with noted tenacity in economic and political affairs. The piece suggests Cox may prevail in this contested struggle, highlighting the unlikely perseverance of a resilient figure.
Albany commissioner Chet Clark urges stronger mosquito control after health officials report few insects. He notes past campaigns cost thousands and helped cut malaria, warning lax efforts could revive the disease across the region.
Mr Hershel Halstead spends vacation in Bold Springs as the 301st child of Mr and Mrs M C Halstead. Carroll Atkinson dined with Miss Mary Frank and Miss Susie Hudson. Mrs Fred Gaylord and two daughters vacation with her parents J A Ildredge. Families including Wallace Halstead and Eugene Halstead visited their parents M C Halstead. Luke Hudson and children from Thomasville visited the community.
A 1946 health report records 356 smallpox cases in the United States. The statistics highlight the year's disease burden and public health response across multiple states and cities.
Ten years ago Roosevelt and Hull debated neutrality as Japanese aggression escalated in China. The Spanish Civil War neared its first anniversary with heavy costs noted. Tommy Corbett of the Orioles surged with 349 in an eventful season, while President met Senators Harrison and Burkley seeking a new Senate leader as Byrnes withdrew from the race.
Cairo July 17 plans for an immediate campaign to sell stock in Cairo Hotel Company Inc to fund construction of a new modern hotel next year were approved by the Chamber of Commerce directors. The plan calls for selling 25000 to 50000 dollars in additional stock, mostly 100 to 1000 dollar blocks, with a ground financing plan to maintain local control. Directors noted growing travel center importance and recent local improvements, while engineers Harris Jogson T S Proctor and M L Anse were named to lead the stock sale campaign. Additional business included a possible Cairo bus line, a prospective 12 station facility, Georgia State Chamber of Commerce membership, and various progress reports.
Bainbridge Georgia July 17 Mrs A B Conger presided at the quarterly meeting of the Decatur County Memorial Association and called for financial reports on the drive to fund a Chair of Bible at Bainbridge High School. A P Phillips presented the first report totaling $3030 raised so far.
Bainbridge Ga July 17 Mrs Lamar complimented her granddaughter Dianne Aleandre on her third birthday with a party at the Powell home on West Street. Guests enjoyed games cake pink and green decorations and gifts. Attendants included Thelma Stephens Carolyn Lamb Elizabeth Inloe Judy Rich Earl Rich Jr Ellen Austin Madge Thigpen Rickie Tygon Lucretia and Jodey Trolinger.
Susan Peters resumes acting in a film with Alexander Knox, her first scene since a hunting accident on January 1, 1945 left her paralyzed from the waist down. The drama centers on a girl who becomes crippled by accident.
In a rainy Peoria living room, Ellen Mansfield dramatizes her life as a glamorous New York heroine for a small audience led by Jack Mansfield. Susan Brown, wary of criticism, weighs giving feedback while guests drift away before luncheon. The scene hints at publishing ambitions and amateur writer ego.
Miss Peters will perform the role while using a wheelchair at all times except when driving her own car fitted with hand controls.
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