25 Jul 1947
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1947
Page
1
A jumble of local quips and notices mentions golden fried chicken advice, the Thomasville bus line vehicle after washing, a sleep mystery, Truman era prosperity claim, picnic fears from ticks and chiggers, and a garden patch with possible okra and tomatoes hidden nearby.
A reader laments long vacation schedules stressing parents. The piece critiques Bulgarian and Russian ties, warns against radical ideas, and discusses regional schooling mergers, imperial defenses, and Taft’s plans with Dewey to influence state politics.
The Times-Enterprise urges Thomasville to support a Community Council and Junior club, arguing unity and coordinated efforts will advance moral, spiritual, and economic development. It condemns factionalism and urges unanimous action to build a cohesive future.
A discussion of Taft Hartley era labor law and the issue of featherbedding. The piece notes unions pressing for control of jobs, employer pressure to pay for nonperformed work, and concerns that the law is complex and poorly understood. It argues speed and efficiency should not be sacrificed for allowances or loafing in factories.
The speaker argues that capable workers should lead while weaker ones contribute as much as possible. They claim jobs will endure and drones have no place in the current industrial plan. The new law would remove featherbedding by subtly bypassing genuine effort.
The article argues a new alignment of powers emerges as Russia expands influence around Europe. It claims Stalin Molotov and Gromyko block American plans in the UN, pressuring satellite nations to join a Russia led bloc while the US is urged to stand firm against collaboration with unfriendly powers.
Public hearing set for July 1 1947 at 8 PM in the Police Courtroom Municipal Building Thomasville GA. City Planning Board invites citizens to review tentative zoning texts and maps at the City Manager's office 9 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday prior to the hearing.
A naval flier climbs to 39000 feet and battles a fire to save his aircraft. Senator George calls for a solidified party front as McAdoo moves to mount an aggressive nomination bid. Concrete work on Fletcher Street begins with detours planned as delays loom. Geneva delegates await British negotiators to start talks again.
The Jewish World Congress will convene in Interlaken Switzerland from August 12 to 20 with delegates representing 40 countries. Organizers expect discussions on global Jewish concerns and cultural programs.
Meigs GA notes a busy period of travel and guests with winsome trips to Winter Garden Florida Chattanooga Tennessee and Macon. Local residents Host relatives from Albany Cairo Thomasville Birmingham Columbus and Atlanta while Brother and sister in law from New York Royston and Moultrie visit Cairo Meigs and neighboring towns. The column also reports hospital treatments and ongoing recoveries for several residents.
Bainbridge Georgia July 25 The Bainbridge Rotary Club endorsed support for county school improvements urged by Superintendent FE G Elan who described overcrowding outdated heating and fire safety gaps in grammar and high schools He proposed using surplus Army Air Base property for classrooms shop space lunchrooms and physical education with funds for ongoing repairs The club voted to back a 6 3 3 plan adding a grammar school building transforming the present high school for junior high use and maintaining twelve grades Also noted were visits by local residents over the weekend.
Rotary member R. H. Higdon called civic clubs and citizens to back an expanded educational facility to meet the needs of a growing city and aid the education and development of future citizens.
Lee Roy Gassaway of Hill Crest Street Atlanta Georgia an expert machinist with a major auto maker gives a detailed testimonial for Retonga praising relief from acid indigestion heartburn and sluggish digestion. He reports weight regain better sleep and renewed appetite after using Retonga and endorses the product to friends. The ad notes Retonga is for indigestion appetite loss and constipation with Inman Drug Company as a supply source.
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