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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1919
Page
2
A jumble of local commentary and notices from a small town paper. It mentions subscriptions, tax talk, the Kaiser, the peace conference, and social quips about cars, wives hats, and a Navy man joining a British air voyage to Labrador.
The article recalls three incursions by the United States into Mexico in five years, noting Vera Cruz occupation, General Pershing’s pursuit of Villa, and renewed border clashes near El Paso. It states U.S. troops entered to quell revolts, claimed aims were to protect foreign property, and later withdrew after restoring some order.
Georgia voters push for a state highway plan funded by bonds and federal aid. The call emphasizes faster, wider roads linking county sites and the need for prompt action to establish a statewide system. The discussion also notes regional political support and the potential impact on nearby border security.
The Let the World Know edition of the Times Enterprise will be issued within two weeks. It will showcase Thomas and Grady counties resources with an advertisers index and coverage of industrial, commercial and professional enterprises. Limited ad space. many inquiries already received. plans include collaboration with the local Trade Organization.
The essay argues the United States must engage with world trade and join the League of Nations. It credits President Wilson with shaping a peaceful future and warns against entangling alliances while urging a practical approach to international relations.
Residents of Thomasville push to expand the city boundaries to include nearby inhabitants who currently lack full city services. A decisive measure is urged, with emphasis on police and fire protection water and lighting and rapid action to determine the outcome.
A fragment notes a 1920 census measure and a movement to reflect progress in a town or area. It suggests using the census as a means to advance community aims within the year.
Root showed Davison's copy of the peace treaty to Lodge and it circulated publicly as a matter of honor for Davison and all patriotic citizens to ensure it was not officially recognized.
In Atlanta Solicitor Boykin says the epidemic of crime has shown no abatement and will cancel the criminal court summer vacation. He calls for a city wide campaign urging churches and organizations to unite in a broad effort to improve public safety.
The Woodmen of the World will hold their weekly meeting Friday June 20 at 9 o'clock. A good attendance of members is urged. Initiation. W. M. Singletary Clerk.
The Woman's Missionary Society of Salem Baptist Church will host an all day meeting on Tuesday June 24 inviting all women and girls of the Campbell Association Pavo Enon Salem and Evergreen churches to attend. Mrs J Minter serves as secretary and invites participation in mission work.
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