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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1946
Page
1
The text shows publication rights boilerplate and deadlines for advertisements. It mentions Associated Press attribution, rights of republication, and a 6 o'clock p.m. deadline for standing ads. It ends with scattered words like phone numbers and editor contact.
A terse opinion argues England is prepared to withdraw from India and urges a decisive team strategy. The speaker insists the sole path to a pennant is to assemble a squad that dominates and maintains leadership.
The article warns that trade barriers are a serious menace and that strikes greatly amplify their adverse effects, highlighting economic disruption and reduced commerce.
The text argues that self-control could remove the need for price control but predicts it will not happen. It also claims politicians are flooding the market with campaign material to such an extent that media channels cannot handle the volume.
Two Leon county men bagged a 250 pound bear about ten miles east of Tallahassee. Always felt there must be something mighty wild in those watery spots.
Commencement week in Thom asville centers on eighty or more graduates facing final tests and last week preparations for Icav school.
The auctions at the state market attract farmers seeking the best price for their produce, described as not lurid but of significant local interest to the region's growers.
Softball is being planned for Thomarsaille to boost appeal among young men. Organizers seek keen competition to attract more players and spectators.
The statement notes that Lewis remains headman of the striking miners yet emphasizes that efforts for the whole country should not be blocked by a single group. It frames unity beyond a localized labor dispute and points to broader national interests.
The piece reflects on towns at air routes likely becoming aviation hubs and suggests selection of such places may already be underway or overshot. It notes the allure and benefits of air-centered growth and the chance to capitalize on infrastructure and industry.
Ed Rivers says he will proceed with road construction. Locals recall his prior term when he helped avert trouble, earning broad support. Inflation nudges car costs and trade-in values, with buyers hoping to seal deals before Christmas.
The plan calls for a new sixty room hotel in Thomasville to attract more visitors. A compact, top quality property is seen as more profitable than a larger hotel with many conveniences removed.
A national movement pushes big firms to place plants in small towns aiming to use local skilled labor. Benefits include nearby schools and recreation, but towns face land price hoarding and relocation risks. Firms seek fair land pricing without extra charges, hoping to spur expansion and prosperity despite ethical concerns.
Wartime looters and shortfalls are described as German grafters like Hermann Goering stockpiling jewels gold and art. The piece notes multi million dollar rings, Swiss deposits and Dutch plunder with Allies pursuing loot for German reparations and US treasury interest as more looters face capture.
The trials proceed as rapidly as American justice allows, but the cruelty of the crimes dictates a heavier response. Officials emphasize steady progress while condemning the severity of the offenses.
The piece notes Georgia voters weigh a three way gubernatorial race with Carmichael Talmedge Rivers and Hig. It describes strategies shifting away from heated rhetoric toward basic needs and questions whether any candidate can deliver on promises amid county unit complications.
In Rome Georgia on June 4 AP reports Tubize Rayon Corporation workers gain a 18 cent per hour raise retroactive to April 14 under a new contract with the Textile Workers Union of America. The lowest wage becomes 70 cents and tops at 1.60 dollars per hour plus $90,000 in back pay, plus expanded vacation pay and a 30 minute paid lunch.
In Washington a billion dollar rivers and harbors bill was placed as the first House item on a crowded schedule. The measure from the Rivers and Harbors committee would authorize 600 million to 1 billion dollars for navigation harbor irrigation flood control and hydro electric projects nationwide. Funding would extend over future legislation as Army engineers continue construction.
Louie D. Newton recalls visiting Walter Johnson in the hospital after a stroke. He notes Johnson's enduring influence in American sports and his late career era, contrasting Congress with Johnson's courage and public spirit. Newton reflects on hopeful leadership and Johnson's impact on a sandlot team of local boys.
Fulton county voters using the first voting machines selected between a county manager system and the present commission form. The primary nominated three county officials: Judge Jesse M. Wood versus George Finch for the superior court seat, Commissioner Ed L. Almand versus J. H. Aldredge, and Commissioner Barrett versus R. L. Doyal. Over 122,000 eligible, including 24,137 black voters voting for the first time.
AP report notes Army Surgeon General figures show WWII disease rate per thousand at 649 vs 852 in WWI, death from disease 0.62 vs 41.6. Battle injuries 112 per 1000. Malaria higher in WWII at 18.9 vs 3.8. Kirk outlines plans for an army medical research and training center at Forest Glen and a global healing science school.
Atlanta June 4 AP More than 2700 jeeps will be placed on sale at the Conley ASF Depot near Atlanta the week of June 10 The War Assets Corporation announced the sale opens to Georgia certified veterans June 11 and 12 to North and South Carolina June 12 and to Mississippi Alabama and Florida June 13 and 14 Officials said 1200 Georgia veterans certified to purchase jeeps have been notified and the waiting list for this vehicle will be wiped out
Ochlochnee Ga June 4 The Ochlochnee Woodmen Circle Grove 401 met at City Hall with six sovereigns present. Guardian Sov Maggie Farr led initiatory ceremony and business. One new member Elizabeth Roberson brings total to twenty two. Next meeting set for June 24 1946 with summer 4 o clock schedule and visit from Miss Madly n Sue Hale and Mrs Milton Hurst. Ice cream and cake served.
A compact crossword list featuring across and down clues with numbered entries like Bashful 4 Encourages 9 Wood en pin 12 Garden implement and many more including clues for Down such as 1 George Bernard 2 Hawaiian herb and 3 Shout 4 Color 5 Borley s match.
In Sydney AP report T Piper seeks white horsehair for broom decor but faces shortage and turns to peroxide blondes for bleaching hints. The article notes some people rub thumbs on white horses for luck.
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