20 Jun 1950
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1950
Page
1
The fragment discusses lobbying in government, noting lobbyists' influence and the balance between representation and business schemes. It mentions elections, reform aims, and the need to protect home interests before international aid, with references to public notices and local commentary.
A county debate centers on a proposed liquor store to boost tax revenue amid concerns over enforcement of prohibition. Residents warn against loosening morality and fear bootleggers while urging stronger law enforcement as the remedy.
In Thomas County the cost of maintaining six small high schools strains budgets and limits opportunities. A plan to consolidate two higher grades with the Thomasville high school would equalize education up to the twelve year program, reduce per pupil costs, and give all county students the same chances and advantages as Thomasville.
Today Bobby Jones triumphed at the British Open finishing with a 291 as fans in Atlanta celebrate the victory. The report notes widespread acclaim for Jones while other sports and civic items fill the day’s page.
Ten years ago reports claimed France would end hostilities tomorrow after envoys met with Hitler, while German forces overwhelmed France. Nazi air raids hit Britain as invasion continued. in Washington, President Roosevelt named Frank Knox and Henry L. Stimson to lead the Navy and War Departments.
Nevada Kate enters with a sawn off shotgun during a Rawhide stage entry. She surrenders the weapon to Joe after a gunsmoke confrontation, revealing Pecos Shay as her husband and claiming the gun was used in a staged gunplay. The town braces for a new sheriff as Smoky Joe and Connie Hale reconcile amid gunfire and cheers.
The United States faces a tough reckoning over China's continued role in the U.N. Security Council and the broader Pacific balance. Russia uses its leverage to block U.N. aims while the Chinese government shifts under new leadership, complicating global moves toward peace and stability.
Robert Fr. Chastain announces April 7 bid to succeed himself as representative. He touts past support for the Minimum Foundation Program Highway Board Health Welfare and Juvenile Court systems to take effect in 1961 and pledges further progress for Thomas County and Georgia including auto license tag distribution. He also notes other progressive legislation he backed.
The text cites William Penn to argue governments reflect the people who choose them. It laments voter apathy and urges citizens to participate in politics, warning that relying on others leads to corruption or weak governance and that better politics comes from more and better people taking interest.
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