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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1905
Page
2
A historic local page mentions the Thomasville post office, publishing rates, and circulating figures for the paper of Thomas County. It notes the T P A crusade against the roller towel, Elk lodge revival in Columbus, and reflections on governance and presidential prospects.
A quotation attributed to John BiGough extols the minority as the driving force behind social progress. It argues that all privleges today were gained by minority sacrifice and that each generation preserves the martyrs of the past as the nation’s noble heritage.
City council directs attorney W A Snodgrass to inspect voters lists and tax books for possible illegality in the recent municipal ownership election. The action aims to expose fraud or corruption, with a rigorous investigation and charges to be brought if warranted.
A column discusses taciturn leaders and famous quotes from war history. It highlights Admiral Togo's single word command style, noting his blunt replies and swift decisive actions without ceremony. The piece contrasts spoken eloquence with silent resolve in leadership.
The Savannah Press notes Thomasville rejected a 35000 debt for a light and power plant by 203 to 265, marking a split view on municipal ownership. It urges city control of essential utilities like lights and water and argues for one efficient telephone system under public direction.
The Thomanville election stirs residents as they weigh municipal ownership against private rival franchises. Voters appear wary yet the result has energized public discussion on utilities.
In the Atlanta News tribute, a young Georgia columnist stands out among the state press, noted for his sharp prose as he fills the first column of the Thomanville Enterprise.
A Mitchell county man reports many Howell residents signed the petition to nominate Hoke Smith, saying the aim was to force a strong challenge against him in the race.
Judge C. P. Hancell presided at the June county court session with several notable cases. Henry Miller was convicted of driving Judge Bibb's horse without permission and fined seven months or $50. Minnie Lee was sent to the county camp for six months. W. O. Presley faced a Sunday work charge and paid a $22.50 fine. John Fitzgerald received a $1 fine for an oversized fish trap in Barnett's Creek.
Georgia crop report states Thomas County enjoys favorable farm weather with fields cleared of grass and adequate rain needed. It notes cotton damaged by lice and corn being laid by as pinders do well while nights remain cool. Misa Gussie Carrol left for Valdosta to begin a vacation tour visiting several cities.
Rev Ed F Cook will deliver the conference sermon at the Epworth League meeting in Mawkinaville next Sunday.
Factory direct listing for Kimball Organs offering wholesale prices. Limited details read as a brief promotional snippet with no specific models or quantities.
Full page sale notice from Ludden Campbell Smith Co offering Kimball and Great Western Organs direct from the factory with easy payments of 2.50 monthly or 8.00 quarterly. Company claims wholesale pricing, 200 supply stations, and savings of 320 to 50 on first class organs. Free stool and music book with each organ, catalogue on request, Jacksonville, Florida.
Three cars of melons will be loaded here Thursday by Mr T J Willis and others. The melons are large and good. Several readers note plentiful melons on the streets Saturday. Tom Davis is thanked for one left at the poor house. Col A E Smith of Valdosta visited, formerly local school principal.
The Boston Column reports social visits in Boston and surrounding towns with names like J Porter Jr of Quitman E E Forbes Piano Co Montgomery Als and Miss Gertrude Hemphill re elected Music teacher. It mentions picnics at Prospect, visits by G T Lane Valdosta and a M T Kingsley Brooks County, baseball players Dan Dixon and F C Jones going to Boston to play Pavo, and updates on local residents and events.
The Quitman team traveled to Thomasville last Tuesday but was overwhelmed as Thomasville won 8 to 0. The item notes the Quitman squad needs practice and praises the Thomasville performance. Also mentions local social updates with Homer Williams visiting Ochlockonee and a Ca milla Sunday visit by Tom Wood, plus the Atkins family trip to Cuthbert and Miss Cora Walker visiting Mrs. W. M. Reese in Dawson Street.
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