Thomasville Post Office to Transmit Second Class Mail
Readable text notes the Thomasville Post Office handling second class mail matter. Subscriptions payable in Oakland unclear.
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1922
Page
2
Readable text notes the Thomasville Post Office handling second class mail matter. Subscriptions payable in Oakland unclear.
A garbled column of aphorisms and witticisms touches on advertising, golf, local business, and social quirks. Jazzy snippets reference Waycross, two tiered skirts, prejudice, cosmetics, and public discourse with a blend of humor and social commentary.
The Shipping Board plans liquor sales on trans Atlantic liners beyond the three mile limit to offset costs, prompting a debate on legality and national morality. Anheuser Busch contends the United States acts as a major bootlegger, while proponents argue passenger revenue justifies on board sales. Next November Harper and Brothers will publish Kaiser memoirs with a newspaper serialization beginning in September.
Senator Oscar W. Underwood of Alabama denounces the Fordney Tariff bill as indefensible and harmful to American prosperity. He argues the tariff taxes the masses to enrich a few, offers little protection to farmers, and raises costs for cotton and other products by higher input prices. He calls for enough sound thinkers to oppose the measure for the nation’s welfare.
The New York Times and Mc Clure Syndicate secured the contract to buy the Kaiser memoirs for about a quarter of a million dollars in Leipsic this week. Prepared by Wilhelm II during his exile, the documents are said to be valuable and widely read by bidding experts.
The article laments mortality and finds solace in faith, noting death's sorrow yet suggesting it ushers in heavenly life. It reflects on a woman’s premature loss, the love she inspired, and the belief that earthly gloom gives way to morning light in the hereafter.
The State Democratic Executive Committee orders county committees to elect members in the primary. The piece debates whether this push will attract willing candidates or fill unwanted seats, noting voters often avoid public service and comparing it to jury duty as a test of citizen interest.
The piece questions Junior Senator from Georgia about Barrett’s suitability to replace Evans and hints at shifting views on independent thought. It notes Harding-Wallace and Bryan-Wilson debates, and mentions Thomas County needing three commissioners with one sure candidate and two unclear outcomes.
A 19th century advertisement from Louis S. Moore urges White voters in the 7th senatorial district to nominate him for the state senate. He portrays himself as a locally born young lawyer seeking reform to avoid overbearing laws and excessive taxation, pledging honest service.
To the White Voters of Thomas County H R Banister declares candidacy for the Legislature subject to the primary rules. He cites four years on the County Board of Commissioners and pledges economy in public funds and faithful service if elected.
Candidate William Davis announces his bid for Representative of Thomas County Georgia. He pledges to improve roads and highways, support farmers, and work harmoniously with the people to advance the county’s prospects.
FOR SALE Field peas. Boykin Harrison Coolidge Ga. for sale field peas L C Clark Cuthbert Ga. 22-10 tew Estrayed Duroc Bear about 18 months old unmarked. Finder notify A M Singletary Route 4 Thomasville 9-4tsw. Mixed field peas Get your seed field peas for planting. Now is the time M Sampson 4tsw. WANTED All you melon growers who expect to sell at loading place or in Atlanta to write me at once with expected shipment numbers variety and start shipping. C L McCard 46 West Hunter St Atlanta Ga Phone Main 3675-1. FOR SASH Real bargains 1921 Model Chalmers 1920 1919 Model Essex 00-275 1919 Model Essex 115 1918 Model Dodge T 250 1918 Model Haynes C/R 350 1918 Model King 8 Dont miss em W H Hood. Estrayed Cow Red with white pieds marked two staple forks in right ear right horn turned down left crumpled Thomasville-Boston road east of Thomasville Owner pay costs and advertising A R Dekle 19-
Duncan Bickley declares a bid for County Commissioner in Meigs District, arguing his past board service equips him to fulfill the office well. He asks for voters in Thomas County to support and elect him.
The piece argues democracy trains voters through participation in elections. It critiques Tom Watson for steering Georgia governors from 1906 onward, noting repeated missteps and eventual reversals. It warns voters may be misled if Watson’s guidance continues to shape officials.
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