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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1918
Page
2
The Times Enterprise notes Governor Dorsey may skip a second term due to finances. It comments on potential candidates, political stakes, and the senatorial contest shaping Georgia politics. A local suggestion for a Home Guard and wartime sentiment appears amid editorials.
The Red Cross drive in Thomas county gathered thousands of donors many giving willingly. The article highlights the remarkable contributions from the colored community raising over six hundred dollars and notes the total donor count surpasses forty five million people.
Valdosta Georgia August 14 1917 to the Citizens and Voters of the Southern Judicial Circuit announcement has already been made of my candidacy for Superior Court Judge at the next primary. If elected the office will be filled in the fear of God and without fear of man. My time and talent will be devoted to the work and private interests shall never supersede public duties. The laws will be fairly and impartially administered with equal regard for the rights of all. Justice will be tempered with mercy and our society will be strengthened. Support is solicited sincerely.
The article commends volunteers and speakers who supported the Red Cross War Fund drive in Thomas County. Chairman Co. W. Cooper expresses appreciation to all participants and notes Roy Ballard donated his showroom for committee use. It praises the countywide effort as a vital American duty and thanks supporters for their dedication.
A list of Merrillville residents and amounts donated to the Red Cross totals 129 dollars and 45 cents. Donors include C. G. H. Kennedy Asa Nesmith Oscar Byrd B Hardwick J B Giles J J Turner J W Wilson F N Carter several Nesmiths McMillan family and others.
Public outcry legal sales at the court house disclose two Meigs lots foreclosed for five dollars with Bank of Palm Beach bidding, a Thomasville seventy foot North Stevens street lot sold to Harry Feinberg for four hundred twenty five dollars, and two Dewey City Thomasville lots on Alexander Street sold by the estate administrator to J. E. Baker for fifty dollars.
Proceedings before Judge W M Jones on June 3 mark probating of T N Hopkins will. Administrators appointed for Martha Dixon and M D Redfearn estates. Chastain named administrator for Mary Benton estate. Benton lands may be sold. A B E Lee granted guardianship for Catherine Brooks minor. J C Webb granted dismission on B V Webb estate.
Campaign leaders report enthusiastic support across Thomas County. Representatives visited Meigs Ochlocknee and Thomasville area, enrolling new members and renewing three year supporters. Several members increased contributions and pledged extra effort to recruit more, signaling broad county backing for countywide commercial progress.
On Friday evening in Boston Miss Ruby Folsoms music pupils presented a closing recital. The program featured patriotic songs and standout performances including Emily Parramore, who impressed as a miniature Miss America. The event showcased marked progress and pride among patrons as Miss Folsom demonstrated strong teaching ability and inspirational qualities.
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Farm loans announced with terms of six ten and twenty years and emphasis on low interest. Advertises urgency as money supply is uncertain and urges farmers to act promptly by writing for details.
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