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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1950
Page
1
The brief notes discuss market prices for cantaloupes and a curb market idea, reaction to Sunday movie bans, Japan’s postwar recovery outlook, and local Georgia political tensions. It references the American Legion, a New York Negro organization case, and ongoing gubernatorial races. Specifics include prices, policy debates, and public sentiment.
Fragmentary court discourse discusses inequities faced by Black individuals in social dining and college settings. It argues against denying share at tables or equal treatment, noting political manipulation and persistent prejudice. The text critiques the idea that education and privilege justify segregation.
A German investigator argues America cherishes liberty and justice while opposing totalitarianism. He contends the Anglo American model relies on freedom of action, not atomic might, and contrasts it with Russia’s forceful, godless expansion. He warns there will be no peace without recognizing these differences and acting accordingly.
The League of Women Voters of Thomasville held a Thursday meeting to hear candidates discuss state and county matters. Questions ranged from the primary law and committee control to prohibition tax reform sales tax income tax and other timely topics. The group sought information for informed electoral decisions and praised the event as a benefit for citizens.
Joe Munro tracks two murdered horses and a hidden gang led by Monty McDevitt. He confronts McDevitt’s bearded crew and plans a joint stand against Pecos Shay and Pack Rogan in Rawhide County as the mystery deepens.
The court’s Texas focused decision forces states with white state supported higher education to admit Negroes or create an equally good school for them. It warns states that delays and future shifts hinge on ongoing court interpretation while Negroes vow continued legal fights nationwide. The ruling is unanimous and tied to higher education only, not high schools or other programs.
Prague reports say Communist readers are urged to like Germans as East Germany changes under Soviet influence. Officials push the idea that Czechs should fear only Germans in the western sectors, not those in the East.
Benito Mussolini collected curios filling seven rooms of a Brescia mansion. Custodians list a portable prayer stand, a rare violin, Japanese vases donated by the Mikado, a Roman gladiator’s sword from Hungary, and about 1,000 books. Widow Rachele seeks to recover the collection from the government.
A fragmentary OCR item shows bus and streetcar routes with multiple Georgia towns such as Nashville Hahira Barney Rock Hill Barwick Thomasville Pavo and related stations. The legible pieces suggest transportation lines and station listings without a coherent narrative.
A columnist laments deteriorating moral standards in modern society, noting two world wars have harmed conduct, especially in sex, morality, and temperance. The piece contrasts younger generations with older ones, claiming some college-age individuals show promise of moral and spiritual leadership despite prevalent negative examples.
A historic murder chase unfolds after a reporter who knew too much is slain. Authorities pursue the killer while a wave of related actions and statements ripple through courts and headlines. Norris case moves to jury as defendant denies jail delivery links and Mrs. Before appears in talks. India report reaches King George, Romania’s King Carol orders punishments for offenses. Stock market minutes show a cover up. Population growth in latest census noted. Rev. Pierce Harris opens Methodist revival with first sermon.
Ten years ago Italy joined the war as German forces advanced toward Paris. Norwegians surrendered to Nazi pressure while allies withdrew from Narvik. In U.S. politics Pilcher seeks state senate seat. Marvin Griffin becomes governor aide. Garyhound races and Jaycees event planned. Lawson Little wins U S Open playoff over Gene Sarazen.
Train times show Monticello departures at 6 40 p m and arrivals at 9 25 a m with service limited to Friday Saturday and Sunday only.
Cairo Oklahoma reports the Grady county board of registrars will release the June 23 state Democratic primary qualified voter totals next week. New registration lists surpass 4300 names while the revised old list is incomplete. Anticipated 2700 or more names on the Hitler list could push county totals beyond 7000.
Cairo June 10 Student Day at the First Methodist Church features a 10 a.m. worship program arranged by church secretary of youth work Mrs. W. E. Young. The service will include a main address by Jack Inman a Thomasville ministerial student at Asbury College with participants Bobby Barlowe Howard Griner Auen Williams and Wilson Young and will be broadcast on WGRA.
The incumbent George B Hamelipon announces his candidacy for re election as Georgia State Treasurer. He cites seventeen years in office, revenue growth from 28 million in 1932 to 150 million in 1950, and unchanged staff while handling increased cash and bonds.
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