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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1938
Page
2
A fragmentary column outlines themes from politics and foreign policy to economic bills and public works. It laments Latin rays and echoes of Hitler while noting China’s plight and U S debates. It references Roosevelt New Deal, Senate clashes, and irrigation projects, ending with a quip about a presidential correspondence phrase.
Fragmented lines discuss Representative Jerry O Connelli in Montana and bias in the White House, with unclear references to Senator Wheeler and a 194 era political context. The text is garbled and hard to parse, offering a glimpse of claims about bias and presidential influence.
Manhattan producer Billy Rose redefined show business with the French Casino and later the Billy Rose Music Hall. He created innovative acts from Crazy Quilt to Jumbo and Aqua Cade, shaping night life as producers chased fresh, bold entertainment across the country.
Mrs. W J Davis of Cairo visited Meigs and several friends last week. The list of locals includes the Ayers and Christie dining with the Rogers family in Pelham, Mr. W B King of Atlanta on business, and multiple trips to Moultrie Thomasville and Jacksonville Beach. Activities cover pool outings, honeymoons, shopping trips, and family visits with many relatives noted.
The writer notes a revival style show dipping 30 years back as a straight vaudeville act. Box office gross reached 120 dollars in two weeks, with familiar names from the old era performing again on the Palace stage. The observer admits surprise at enjoying vaudeville more than expected.
A fragmented OCR snippet lists local agencies including Police Fire Department Light Plant Hospital Sheriff's Office Post Office City Hall and Ambulance reflecting a municipal briefing for interagency coordination. Readable content remains limited.
Misa Claude Merritt of Cookdryse tod Ochlocknee was a Meigs visitor last Week. Mr. and Mrs. C F Ott and son Gene of Pelham visited at the home of the latter's parents Mr and Mrs James Simpson enroute to Thomasville. Mr. and Mrs Herbert Singletary returned to Enterprise Ala after visiting relatives. he was carried to Archbold Memorial Hospital in Thomasville. Friends of Mrs Bob Whiddon are glad she is reading Westfer at home. Mr and Mrs J W Jones hosted week end guests Mr and Mrs Henry Hurst of Camilla.
Miss Celeste Tipton of Meigs Georgia daughter of Mr and Mrs T Tipton has completed studies at Wesleyan College Macon and returned home She earned a splendid record at the Conservatory and was among the leading graduates to receive high praise from friends and local observers Here the Meigs community notes her strong academic performance and honors earned during college years
Miss Elaine Carter acted as hostess for a weiner roast Saturday night at her Wilkes Heights home in Meigs Georgia. The gathering included local girls and neighbors enjoying the informal social event with refreshments and friendship.
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