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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1936
Page
8
Alert guard spotted a steel cut and a cut block while two dozen score prisoners planned a breakout at a DeKalb county convict camp. Soap masked the attempts and police transferred the convicts to another block. In Ohio, a jail visitor was jailed after arriving on an intoxication charge.
Washington reports Representative E E Cox of Camilla Ga will press for a federal court in Thomasville before adjournment. The measure sits on the consent calendar and could pass quickly, with Senator George ready to push it through the senate. Thomasville residents urge no delays as much work has been done to secure the court.
The Pavo road project begins with grubbing and clearing for three miles from the city limits, to be followed by grading prep by the state highway engineer. State funds may extend contracts for the remaining section and Remington Avenue paving depends on city easements. Repair of Monticello road’s first paved section is underway by the state maintenance division.
Georgia Public Service Commission member Tom Davis announced a postponement of the watermelon freight rate hearing set for Macon on June 12. He said growers and railroads requested the delay and that the hearing will likely be rescheduled for September by the Interstate Commerce Commission.
A burglar entered the home of Bill Parrish at 939 South Broad Street last night and stole a pair of trousers. The pockets were emptied of 35 to 40 dollars and the break in went undetected until morning, with entry believed to be through a rear door.
Neel Brothers Bargain Department announces a one week only sale of Allen A Hosiery. A large shipment is offered in an introductory National Sale with three price groups reflecting significant reductions. Shop during the week to secure the savings.
Tomorrow at 10 a m district representatives from all towns gather at Camilla City Hall for the Georgia Municipal Association Second District meeting. Mayor F L Lewis will welcome attendees with talks by C T Ray WPA director Albany on federal power programs and Judge B C Gardner Albany circuit on the judiciary. A key discussion covers a proposed fifteen mill tax limitation for Georgia with Lebbeus Lyckle Thomasville for and W H Duckworth Cairo against. Association leadership includes J R Ashley Valdosta president Mayor B S Inman Thomasville vice president and Zack Arnold Fort Gaines secretary.
Miss Munson Braswell and Mr W S Braner united in a private ceremony at the bride’s mother’s home on Remington avenue watched by close friends. Rev T F Cauloway officiated. The couple leaves for a Florida honeymoon and will reside here upon return. The bride is daughter of Mrs Re1 Braswell and has lived here five years. The groom is son of Mr and Mrs W K Bruner of Eufaula Alabama and worked for Coleman Motor Lines.
A Hudson coupe owned by Howard Brewton was stolen from Crawford street in broad daylight yesterday afternoon near the Jackson street police station. The car was recovered unharmed in Waycross after Thomasville police notified other cities and Waycross police located a found auto.
Grace Moore delivers a radiant Viennese era performance in The King Steps Out with Fritz Kreisler music, Franchot Tone as Emperor Francis Josef, and an ensemble including Walter Connolly and Raymond Walburn. Josef von Sternberg directs. Sidney Buchman wrote the screenplay. the film is praised for its music, charm, and Moore's luminous voice.
The Womens Junior Chamber of Commerce plans a membership outing to Rock Springs tomorrow night. Members meet at the Chamber office at six o clock to travel together, with transportation arranged and bathing suits needed for an evening of swimming. Florence Ferrell is president.
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