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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1948
Page
1
A scan of the Thomasville Times Enterprise page discusses political currents with references to D. Hargrave editorials and Truman era politics. It notes local civic actions on licensing and beer sales, and mentions a paving project by Scott Construction Company along with Metcalfe road delays and bridge issues.
President Truman seeks 3300 million in federal education aid apportioned by need not state. Senate approved, House silent. Critics say civil rights aims may influence funding terms and integration rules, risking Southern school systems and busing white and black students separately.
A front of scattered crossword clues mixed with stray phrases covers across and down entries. Varied items include body parts colors and common words, with partial theme hints and erratic OCR fragments scattered throughout the page.
The Sheriff Dixon shortages were certified to the County Commissioners. He repaid the misused funds after discovering the issue, citing misjudgment of his assistant and auditor assurances. The case urges thorough audits and stricter checks to prevent future lapses and protect innocent parties.
The article reports thousands of veterans unable to secure hospital accommodations with long travel, waiting lists, and overcrowded facilities. It urges American Legion posts to unite, petition, and pressure VA to immediately expand access and services for veterans in Georgia and North Florida.
The piece analyzes President Truman’s plan to raise the minimum wage to 75 cents an hour, arguing it could fuel inflation and raise prices on basic goods. It questions the value of a broad 90 percent wage hike where service and productivity gains may not justify the cost.
Twenty years ago Marshall Chang ordered a peaceful evacuation of Peking while a northern dictator prepared to leave the city for Manchuria by special trains. Two African Americans were executed after removal from Louisiana officers. Alexandria reports double lynching as prisoners were en route to Shreveport for safekeeping. A operetta Robin Hood drew a large audience with Miss Ethel Spence and Mr. J. W. Farris in leading roles. Col. C. E. Hay eyed court reform to cut county costs.
Dr. A B Davis, county rabies inspector, declares dogs in Seminole county must be inoculated by July first or be eliminated under a Georgia Legislature act. He lists appearances at specified locations on forthcoming dates to enforce the order.
Alabama voters approved a bolt from the Democratic National Convention over civil rights. Gov. James E. Folsom failed to win a convention delegate slot as runoff results showed most delegates pledged to walk out if civil rights planks or Truman nomination appeared.
A schedule shows events at multiple stores and venues across June. Locations include Rayo King's Store Jess Owen's Store Desser F. D. R. School J. L. Drake's Store Reynoldsville Tron City Brook's Hell Store and B. L. Davis Exchange with dates from June 1 to June 17.
In a May 31 1948 called session Vice Chairman Golden with Dawes and Miller present set the City of Thomasville registration list as the legal voting list for a June 17 1948 special bond election. The vote covers raising 150000 to build and equip Physical Education Buildings by increasing Water and Light Rates not beyond 10 percent until funds are raised.
Edward Prince of Wales son of Edward III earned the nickname the Black Prince possibly due to his black armor.
A partial reading lists a full day of radio programming with time slots and show titles from 6:30 morning to 7:40 evening. Programs include News and Weather, Music Variety, Sports, and feature segments such as Star of the Day and Riders of the Purple Sage.
Donalsonville June 2 Supervisors of the Flint River Soil Conservation District announce the assignment of Mr Julian Brewer as Conservation Aide to the Seminole Work Unit. Brewer from McRae has worked with agricultural agencies and served in the Aerial Photo Laboratory in Washington during the last war.
A revived note describes Benjamin Franklin testing electricity by rubbing a glass tube while standing on wax blocks for insulation to generate an electric current.
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