06 Jun 1942
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1942
Page
1
The page discusses wartime topics from rationing to propaganda, notes on Germany and Czechs, mentions sugar prices, tax fairness, Father's Day, and civic reminders. It urges saving tin and paper, supports church attendance, comments on aviation plans, and warns about unsigned messages and libel risks.
A liberal press article argues that stenographers in Washington face low real pay despite high advertised salaries of 120 dollars monthly. It warns that unequal raises create vacancies and unrest, urging pro rata pay increases for all federal workers during emergencies and reforms to civil service salaries.
The Hobbs Bill seeks to clarify interstate trucking rights amid New York tolls and Teamsters pressure. It argues federal sponsorship grants access across states and condemns forcing nonlocal drivers, warning against threats and extortion while noting Supreme Court backing.
Covington County editor Joe Jones mocks press woes with a tale of a fish market sign changing from FRESH to PISH and SISH to fit public perception. The item ends with a wartime dig about letting enemy work cease while commenting on newspaper odor and integrity.
Attorney General Biddle orders the deportation of Harry Bridges to Australia. Bridges is described as a committed member of a political group that seeks to overthrow the U S government and is said to actively promote that plan. His prior conviction was commuted by the president due to anti American activity. The note compares his case to the Capone investigation.
A column denounces Victor Emmanuel III and Mussolini as puppet rulers under Hitler. It calls for deportation or punishment of those aligned with the Nazi regime, warning that Allied and American actions target fascist leaders and supporters amid World War II.
A three way spill in the Thistle Down fourth race involved Lady Petite Tempting Witch and another horse but all riders and mounts escaped injury. Royal Broom won the race as officials reported no injuries.
The Atlanta Crackers crushed the Memphis Chicks 14-4 while the New Orleans Pelicans beat the Knoxville Smokies 8-5 to climb to third place. Chattanooga upset the Travelers 3-2, and Nashville suffered another loss as Birmingham’s Nick Polly doubled twice with the bases loaded for a 3-2 Barons win.
In a moonlit pond, Joe and Daisy ponder futures of Kathleen, Paul, Ruby, and others. Paul kisses Kathleen as Fred and Ruby trade doubts about the theatre and their lives, drifting toward shore with unspoken plans and growing tension.
Meigs on June 6 reports Sunday school at 11:00 AM across Baptist and Methodist churches with classes for all ages. Worship at 12:00 noon. Evening worship at 9:00 PM follows the B T U meeting. Senior Epworth League meets Thursday night at the Methodist church.
Meigs honors a union between Miss Charner McClain of Mitchell county and Atlanta and Spencer Harrison of Greenville S C and Brunswick Ga The quiet ceremony took place on Thursday May 28th in Meigs with friends noting the event.
Miss Pauline Carter and Lougenia Davis stay with the Carters and Davises before returning to G S W C Valdosta for summer term. Master John Boswell of Miami visits grandparents J J Boswell. Earl Dollar hosts his mother in law Mrs L D Eddings of Cairo. Wilma Alligood of Albany visits Meigs. Virgene Carter visits Albany. aunt Mrs J W Lord recovering from surgery at Pheobe Putney Memorial Hospital.
Whigham residents host visitors from Thomasville Bainbridge Albany and Lakeland while a war relief baseball event at the Polo Grounds June 15 features six major league players alongside Bobby Feller in an Army Navy all star lineup.
Queen Elizabeth sent 800 Bloodhounds to Ireland to act as a single combat unit aiding the Earl of Essex in suppressing the Irish rebellion. The article surveys dogs and notes Greyhounds as swift racing favorites, with details on breeds, care, and uses.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.