09 Jun 1950
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1950
Page
1
A garbled local letter page fragment discusses court rulings on segregation and civic discourse, contrasting Thomasville pride with national politics. It mentions European conflicts, Roy Roosevelt support, and tidal land issues, reflecting a mix of opinions and obscure references.
Fragmented postwar style text discusses socialism as a peaceful, contented path amid selfish attitudes. Mentions two major elements and practical realities, suggesting internal reform and broader social strategy.
A controversial editorial praises civic clubs and the Chamber of Commerce for working toward a stronger, more profitable Thomasville. It argues most criticism harms progress, urges unity, and notes diligent citizens who advance city building while skeptics doubt motives.
The piece discusses inflation risks and cautious spending to avoid deflation, noting income drops and the need for sane policy. It also covers Georgia politics, Atlanta trolleys, gubernatorial race dynamics, and lingering excise taxes despite a postwar era, with remarks on the Christian Science church’s recent progress.
A fragmentary meditation on the sickle as a humane tool for light exercise and careful gardening. The narrator contrasts restraint with rash trimming, noting a gardener’s duty to distinguish crops from weeds and to avoid ruinous damage to plants.
The senate approved and sent to the house a bill to bring cigar wrapper tobacco types 61 and 62 under the farm price support program. Type 62 tobacco is grown in Florida and Georgia, and the measure lets producers vote on marketing quotas and acreage allotments.
Governor Dewey warned at Princeton on April 13 1950 that one third of New Yorks budget funds mental hospitals. He argued modern life fuels mental disorders and urged slowing down avoiding narcotics and overindulgence to prevent nervous breakdowns.
Report notes Republicans may field a state ticket in Georgia with J We Arnold announced as a candidate backup. Dunning named as a potential ally and Norris of Quitman listed as accessory in alleged jail escape plan for Pearl Belote. City court disturbance after partial ceiling collapse. one injured. County officers convene this week as revival by Rev. Pierce Harris draws 800 attendees. Article mentions Tala hassee Capitola and a piece on the "nic O sk" in American City magazine.
Daytona Beach officials report the Southeastern Tufted Textile Manufacturers Association heard that demand for twin beds is rising. The meeting highlighted strong business for textile makers as consumers favor smaller, two bed setups.
Frank Kirby died Wednesday morning at 6 20 at 309 West Walcott Street. Funeral services are Sun at 3 00 PM at Georgia Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church 7 miles Monticello Highway with Rev Frank Martin Sr presiding. Burial follows in the church cemetery. Survived by wife Adel Kirby three sons Frank Jr Willie Joe and Dan Kirby and two daughters Grace Wright and Alberta.
Governor Herman Talmadge campaigned in Georgia cities including Tifton and Waycross after dedicating the Brunswick St Simons causeway. He pledged to defend labor's right to organize and bargain collectively and criticized his opponents while engaging enthusiastic crowds amid rain in Tifton. Local figures like H B Edwards joined in with spirited remarks.
Atlanta June 9 AP Southeast region labor report shows 6 200 fewer workers in April than March. Textile packages led the drop with 4 800 layoffs, nondurable goods down 12 000 offset by 5 800 gains in durable goods. Overall, 23 000 more employed than April 1949, across Alabama Georgia Florida Mississippi North Carolina South Carolina Tennessee and Virginia.
Greens-Funerals-Home handles final arrangements for London and his sister Savannah Murry.
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