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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1949
Page
1
A fragmentary column laments corruption and politicking, notes robbers and installment lenders, mocks stingy consumers, mocks doctors and changing medical theories, and muses on manners and retirement themes amid a wary community.
A discussion on Wisconsin branding as America’s Dairyland. The piece traces how dairy development, pasturing, seed selection, and planning transformed the state into a leading dairy producer, fueling regional industries and a future growth outlook. It contrasts Wisconsin with other states and urges renewed efforts to diversify and expand dairy related ventures.
In Cordelo Crisp County voters weigh a 275000 bond issue to build a combined court house and county jail. Residents debate current courthouse adequacy, jail conditions, and the need for modern facilities while noting no county debt exists today. The plan follows years of jail talks and a nearby modern facility in Camilla.
Lee Rogers of the Atlanta Constitution criticizes Georgia libel law as limiting press freedom and increasing damages. The Valdosta Times editorializes for reform while noting newspapers risk reporting under legal pressure. The piece cites past protections and argues for clearer, fair reporting standards amid ongoing political talk.
An essay lauds outdoor seating while listing many risks from gnats mosquitoes and bees to dogs bats and weather. It contrasts outdoor charm with dangers and urges less adventurous readers to stay indoors.
Funeral services were held at Mars Hill Church in Grady County on Tuesday June 7th for Mrs. Jennie Harrell wife of the late E L Harrell. Rev W J Thursby officiated and interment followed in the local cemetery. She leaves a son L J Harrell of Bainbridge and three daughters Eliza Barfield Pauline Harrell and Mrs Dewey Long. Also a sister Mrs William Sellers and a brother Gordon Dollar.
Georgia highway accidents over the weekend killed seven people and injured ten others. Ernest Moore, 33, of Dalton died when his car left the road and he was ejected. A 10 year old, George Collins Jr, died in a Lumber City truck crash. Capt. Morris Davis Keesee of Lexington Kentucky and Leta Walden of Atlanta died in a mountains collision. A Turner Field spiller was thrown from a car into a pond and rescued. A sawmill tractor driver, Charles Tanner of Murphy North Carolina, was killed when his vehicle overturned. Laurise Wade of Atlanta died in an auto train wreck Friday. Four other Atlantans were injured.
At the University of Georgia 1500 graduates heard valedictorian William E Bates charge the state university system with overemphasis on athletics He urged training specialists and technicians and said graduates would tackle social and political issues Bates invited advocates of big time football to compare with Harvard and Yale in scholastic achievement.
Augusta June 13 AP The American Legion stalls a resolution naming the Ku Klux Klan as un American and subversive while approving a broader anti subversive groups measure. George Hearne is elected state commander and officers for district and department posts are announced along with auxiliary leaders.
A French monoplane makes a dramatic take off on a trip to France as a stowaway is reported aboard while Senate approves a census bill and tariff tensions rise between Watson and Borah. Local Rotary Club discusses school equipment and a bond issue may be asked next year. Orioles drop 6-5 in ninth, Ga-Fla standings note.
The 84th Georgia Methodist Conference, in Columbus, announced assignments for over 279 ministers and educators. New district superintendents include W Scott at Macon, G B E Clary at Savannah, M P Webb at Valdosta, and W M Haywood at Dublin. Conference ministers will begin new charges June 22 and 23.
Linda Huddleston of Boston was honored as the fourth birthday girl at a lawn party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Huddleston. About sixty guests enjoyed pink organdy fête attire, a pink and white cake, ice cream, and a gift of a white Persian kitten. Jean Harrison served punch as children played games and opened gifts, with Linda smiling through the afternoon.
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