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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1944
Page
1
Public notice text outlines republication rights for Associated Prose dispatches and local news, with advertising insertion deadlines set by the day before publication. It lists contact roles and phone numbers for editor and business manager.
A stream of opinions on virtue and popularity, warning against coercion and deception. It touches on war bonds, postwar plans, draft evasion, and political contention, noting media as a source of constant news and urging prudent personal finance and civic engagement.
The Times-Enterprise promotes war bond sales alongside Post Office and bank channels. Leonard Davis leads the effort. individuals are urged to buy to relieve government funding needs. Banks push purchases despite large deposits, stressing bonds as safe, high interest investments and a way to avoid higher taxes.
A cautious but genuine optimism appears in France as invasion forces advance past the first week. Weather improved, operations align with plans, casualties cited as not excessive but expected to rise. Russians push Finland from war. Government surplus material plan aims to distribute fairly, prevent profiteering, and keep sales orderly.
Washington reports show Republicans urge Roosevelt to define small nations roles in a proposed international security council. Critics press for clear voting rights for small nations and clarify whether the big four may veto military action, amid mixed congressional reaction.
The speaker argues the plan is not announced enough to prevent past shames from reoccurring. It urges action now before anything is sold or plans for selling are set, implying immediate measures are possible to avert future issues.
The article describes the first B 29 raid on the Japanese mainland from Chinese bases. It notes phases of defense over Yawata, limited damage to initial targets, and the emphasis on the bombing program’s significance. It mentions pilots' belief in the B 29 as an offensive weapon and the mission as an American show with American planes and crews.
Republican candidates for the presidential nomination Dewey Bricker and Stassen press their case on platform positions. CIO group plans a cross party platform push. Indiana Democrats nominate state ticket with Roosevelt-backed delegates. Idaho race tightens behind Glen Taylor over D Worth Clark as canvass looms.
The Japanese premier headquarters announced that an Allied naval task force attacked the Bonin Island group yesterday afternoon. Planes from the force are said to have hit Chichi Jima and Iwo Jima, though Allied sources gave no confirmation of the raid.
The article notes two nations crucial to the offensive plan. China provided hundreds of thousands of laborers called Coolies to build air fields. Japan is cited for its sneak attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.
Ruth Custer and Marcelle Cliett attended the Bainbridge Service Club June meeting at Stephen Decatur Hotel. Miss Susan Bower led a brief business session after a dinner in the private room with blue hydrangea centerpieces. Members listed include Gammage Chalfant Cliett Sims Lane Wheat Nordan Mitchell Adair Bower Wimberley.
Bainbridge Georgia June 16 William Moore 63 of McGraceville in Decatur County was struck in the left face by a brick thrown through a store window as he spoke with friends Monday night. The brick caused painful injuries and knocked his pipe from his mouth. Deputy Sheriff Paul Earp investigated. two suspects jailed pending further inquiry.
In a Candlewood estate three women Moira Adelaide and Spring confront fear after Jo Winters murder as a hospitallike night unfolds. Dirk Justen Theron and Gil debate calling police while a shadowy killer lurks among the tense group.
In Southern England on June 16 AP reports bomb-hardened Britons watching Hitler's pilotless planes with curiosity. An 80-year-old woman says she would rather have bombs. a delivery boy calls the idea ghostly but expects to adapt.
Meigs Georgia item lists visitors and guests from several states. Names include Will Kennington and sister Mrs W W Bond of Moultrie, Mrs C C Smith visiting Jacksonville before Seattle, and O A Nelms among mourners in Miami and Columbia. Other arrivals and brief visits from Monroe Wilkes, Agnes Miller, Perry Simpson, J A Sasser, and more.
Intercollegiate boxing champion Byrne from Syracuse is home on furlough. Georgia freshman football's Head Shaving tradition is halted this year to protect players. Wally Butts cites risk in scrimmage. Baseball: Pvt Pletcher Carr nicknamed Pop. Camp Kell 326th Glider team led by Dave Koslo favored in Greensboro tournament June 30 to July 4. Colgate Naval Flight prep school coach G N Bryan Jr to teach basketball and hand to hand combat.
The text recalls the Gunpowder Plot of 1605 and notes ceremonial searches of Parliament buildings each year to ensure security. The tradition underscores historic concerns over safety and the enduring vigilance of Parliament.
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