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Thomasville Times Enterprise

Location

Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1954

Page

7

Flower Girl Hosts Bridal Shower for Macy Edna Scott

Little Miss Jane Dickey and her mother Mrs. Joe Dickey hosted a morning shower for Macy Edna Scott, the bride-elect in the June 19 ceremony with Clayton Courson. The event at Ekis Club featured Shasta daisies and geraniums, a china gift for the honoree, and refreshments served by Mrs. Cochran, Weeks, Thomas, Popman, Bibb and others.

Jane Dickey Joe Dickey Macy Edna Scott Clayton Courson Miss Dickey Miss E Scott J. C. Scott Ekis Club W. B. Cochran Sjr Wayne Weeks Donald Thomas Stark Popman Randolph Bibb

Miss Joan Rockel and George B Benton Wed at Home Ceremony

The Rockel home on Magnolia Road hosted a small double ring wedding for Miss Joan Rockel and George B Benton. Rev J Davison Phillips officiated as family and close friends attended. The couple honeymooned in Florida and will reside at 725 South Hansell Street.

Joan Rockel George B. Benton William Rockel C. L. Benton Ochlochnee Rockel Magnolia Road Ecru Kohler Kreis Springfield Ohio Ramsey Rocker Florida South Hansell’ Street Rochel Frozen Foods

Five Weekend Auto Accidents Reported No Injuries

Over the weekend five automobile accidents were reported in Thomas and Colquitt counties with no injuries. Incidents included a dust obscured collision on Georgia 202 near Thomasville killing both drivers’ cars, a truck overturn on a county road with alleged DUI, a 15 year old charged with DUI after a Boulevard crash, a two car sideswipe on Fre a Church road with brake issues, and a Florida driver charged with DUI and leaving the scene after a crash on US 319.

Thomas Countains Florida Taeen Air State Patrol Colquitt County Thomasville Georgia Edward Barton Floyd Gon Juvail Clay Street Frea Church Road Edwin Lee Holton Stewart Avenue Willie Central Hopkins Hopkins Jewell Lester Redd Quincy Fla Redd Lessie G. Sanford Tallahassee Sanford Severa

Service League holds informal party to close year

Members and guests enjoyed a buffet supper at the Hike Club marking the Junior Service League’s official year end and summer adjournment. Over 80 attended with former members present. retiring president Emily Jerger received a gift.

Hike Club Junior Service League Hiki Club Ed McDaniel Pierre Davenport League McDaniel Boone Leach Junior Woman's Club Leach Jaycee Beat Singleton Singeon Emily Jerger Robert Wilson Dick Bracey Joe Feinberg Wilson Bobby Mott Davenport

Bruce Elected Commander of Boston Legion Post 198

W G Bruce was elected Commander of Boston American Legion Post No 198 at a special meeting Friday night Many officers were elected including Ed Young Jr Vice Commander Norman Holland Jr Vice Commander Leo C Brock Adjutant Albert Peaters Finance Officer Cecil Plymale Sgt At Arms Sam D Goover Jr Judge Advocate Sam D Groover Jr Chaplin Bethel Allen Chairman Executive Committee J W Joyce J O Wright and Vance Vinson on the Executive Committee A social hour followed with fish hush puppies and hot coffee served.

Boston W. G Sam) Bruce Boston American Legion Ed Young, Jr Norman Holland, Jr Leo C. Brock Albert Peaters Cecil Plymale Sam D. Goover, Jr Sam D. Groover, Jr Chaplin Bethel Allen J. W. Joyce J. O. Wright Vance Vinson

Sunbeam Little Miss Sunbeam Comes to Life Ad

The Life Magazine June 14 issue features a large Sunbeam Bread advertisement with the blue eyed golden haired Miss Sunbeam emblem. The promotion includes a Sunbeam Summer Festival and Minute Meals tied to Sunbeam Bread and companion foods from Borden Morrell Van Camp and spreads.

Sunbeam Bread Life Magazine Sunbeam Life Borden Morrell Pride Thomasville Georgia

Gilbert Hotel Guest Sets Mattress Afire and Is Detained

At 2 30 this morning an alarm at the Gilbert Hotel reported a guest setting a mattress on fire. The blaze burned the trousers of the man who was taken to the barracks for drunkenness. The sprinkler did not activate due to insufficient heat. In a separate incident, Jack Dempsey’s warehouse at 108 Young Street burned Saturday afternoon, destroying a pile of matches with minimal damage to surrounding goods.

Gilbert Jack Dempsey Young Street

VA staffers named for heroism award at Augusta hospital

Four Veterans Administration staff members who subdued a dangerous mentally ill patient at the Augusta VA hospital will receive the Exceptional Service Award. Recipients include Dr. Clarence E. Jump, Beverly O. Cochran, J. D Walker, and Dr. William V. Walsh. The incident left Walsh and Cochran shot and Jump and Walker with minor injuries.

Washington Veterans Administration Augsta VA Clarence E. Jump Beverly O. Cochran J. D Walker William V. Walsh Salisbury N.C L. R. Righe Augusta Hospital DVR Clarence Bump Walsh Cochran Walker

Bride Elect Miss Robinson Feted at Weekend Parties

Miss Robinson and Lt. Edwin T. Smith were guests of honor at two informal gatherings. A luncheon at Waukulla Hotel followed by a trip to Waukulla Springs preceded an evening family supper hosted by the Roberts with steaks and desserts.

Roberts Mimi Roberts Philynes Baisden A. G. Robinson, Jr A. G. Robinson Bryan Robinson Mildred May Ralph Smith Katherine Johnson Katherine Smith Bill Crooma

Summer Expanded Program Planned for Thomasville Youth Center

The Thomasville Youth Center outlines an extended summer program with the Junior Federated Woman's Club activities increasing their regular schedule. Craft classes run Mondays at 8 p.m. and Wednesdays at 10 a.m., and Jaycettes meetings continue through summer. The center invites churches and clubs to use facilities free of charge, with private rentals available and an optional rear picnic area. For bookings contact Mrs. Leon G. Eldridge at 1609 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Thomasville Junior Federated Woman's Club Jaycettes Youth Center Board Leon. G. Eldridge

Corn and melons sell out fast on local market shelves

Sweet corn and cantaloupes appear, selling out quickly. The writer recalls picks from Patch planted by Stern Tittle, mentions Country Gentleman corn, Bantam variety, and sugar corn. Bob McMillan is noted for friendly trips and connections, with reflections on local events and a graduation ceremony at Municipal Auditorium.

Sinkola Stern Tittle Bob McMillan Emall

Dangers of Infantile Paralysis Exaggerated Says Dr Stucky

Dr W L Stucky argues in the America Medical Zone that dangers of infantile paralysis are greatly exaggerated by public fear. The Boston Globe notes sensational focus on dramatic cases while other illnesses like scarlet fever are overlooked. Chiropractors claim spinal injuries precede paralysis and early adjustments may prevent serious CNS damage. Dr Stucky advertises his Scientific Chiropractic practice at 129 E Jackson, with office in Tuck Bidg.

W. L. Stucky Fishbein America Medical Zone Boston Globe de. Wo Stucky Tuck Bidg E. Jackson

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