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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1930
Page
2
A Thomasville column reflects on local politics and civic life. It notes governor candidates, college graduates settling into careers, and ongoing debates about tariffs, farm relief, and state growth. The piece references Governor Chase Osborne, Harris, Slaton, and Hardwick in a contemplative, era-typical voice.
Thomas county citizen Louis Moore seeks the state house office and is actively in the race for Secretary of State. He faces opponents J. J. Flint T. J. Bowers John B. Wilson A. H. Henslee Carl H. Guess J. M. Pitner N. H. Ballard. The county press urges support for Moore and asks residents to advocate his candidacy.
The article reports former Governor Slaton declaring for a Senate bid in response to Senator Harris. It notes Hardwick’s push for opposition and Slaton’s belief Harris will win easily, despite Slaton’s entry altering the political balance. It comments on Slaton’s changed stance and remarks, ending with his solitary campaign at home.
An unsigned Georgia political column notes Justice Samuel C. Atkinson’s reelection bid against Ben M. Blackburn for the state supreme court. It recalls Blackburn’s past leadership of liquor forces in the legislature and his prior attempts against Judge Luke on the Court of Appeals, highlighting Blackburn’s persistent campaigns.
The state debates a high court appointment as supporters praise Judge Atkinson for his character and record. Opponents argue against elevating a man who would contend with Atkinson, who has earned broad respect and approval across the state.
Local forecast for Thomasville and vicinity calls for partly cloudy skies tonight and Sunday with a cooler night. Observations show 1.57 inches of rainfall in the last 24 hours, largest daily total this month at Thomasville. A cyclonic disturbance over the eastern Lake region moves toward the coast, with high pressure elsewhere bringing fair weather to the Mississippi Valley and Great Plains.
Eight portable radio sets for army use have been bought by the Venezuelan war department from this country. The devices are designed to be carried on mule back for field use.
Eastern Time bus timetable lists departures from Thomasville at 9:00 a m and 6:45 a m. Routes run to Moultrie Tifton and intermediate points with additional departures 8:50 a m 11:15 a m and 3:00 p m.
Daily timetable listing Eastern Time arrivals and departures for trains including The Southland and Perry mixed service. Through sleepers available to Jesup, Montgomery, Birmingham, St. Louis, Jacksonville, Savannah, Atlanta, Cleveland, Chicago, Detroit. Contacts M. T. Wells and L. P. Green with phone numbers.
Iowa led all states with the largest honey crop value in 1929. More than 18 000 people were involved in production and over 80 percent of the honey was shipped to outside markets.
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