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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1932
Page
2
Washington June 22 The Census Bureau reports the alcoholism death rate per 100 000 population slightly declined from 1928 to 1930. The 1930 rate was 3.5 excluding Texas. In 1929 it was 3.7 and 1927 1928 were 4.0. The 1930 total deaths were 4 158 across 47 states and the District of Columbia.
Byron Price notes the Chicago 1932 Republican convention repeats old party splits over tariff taxes wealth and big business while new issues like prohibition arise. Two co chairs Dickinson and Snell symbolize the split, with foreign policy largely sidelined as war debts linger.
A 11 year old boy and 12 year old girl testified that their stepmother Jennie Pacer beat them daily for five years. They said they were starved fed scraps and forced to steal food and brew beer for Mrs Pacer and her five children. The judge jailed Mrs Pacer for one year.
Mrs Martha MaGraw of St Paul Minnesota addressed the American Home Economics Association in Atlanta urging thrift and disciplined spending. She noted reduced spending led to simpler meals and more walking, benefits for health and finances. Delegates toured the city and planned a performance of Heaven Bound that evening.
National and American League box scores show St Louis at New York 12 to 9 with multiple home runs, and Brooklyn defeating Pittsburgh with strong innings. Chicago beat Philadelphia as notable sluggers hit for extra bases. The piece also notes party dynamics and debates on economic policy amid Hoover era concerns.
Smith discusses convention strategy in Chicago as debates over prohibition and repeal of the 18th Amendment heat up. He backs Jouett Shouse for permanent chairman, seeks no floor fight, and argues economic issues should dominate. Hull criticizes prohibition as overemphasized while urging retrenchment and tariff cuts.
In Geneva the French stance shows hostility to President Hoover’s disarmament plan. Officials warn the Geneva conference may fail as progress appears limited. They note no clear cuts in land or naval armaments and question if accepting the basis would prompt larger U S forces.
In Chicago six days before the Democratic convention, Alf Smith and McAdoo loom large as factions debate the permanent chairmanship and the party line on repeal of Prohibition. Garner’s call for repeal and Roosevelt supporters’ tactics shape early battles, with McAdoo backing Smith and Walsh, and Curry signaling delegation leverage.
Alfred E. Smith calls for unconditional repeal of the 18th amendment and immediate Volstead Act modification. Governor Murray leaves for the Democratic national convention, keeping mum on presidential plans.
President Hoover unveiled a sudden White House proposal to cut world armaments by about one third. He outlined five broad principles with Stimson, arguing reductions could save 10 to 15 billion dollars over ten years and urging disarmament across land air and sea. The plan, read at Geneva, calls for banning tanks chemical weapons heavy bombers and major naval vessels while aligning treaty tonnages and emphasizing defense over offense.
In Lausanne France's War Minister Boncour called Hoover's disarmament plan unacceptable after rushing from Geneva with an advance copy of the proposals presented at the conference by Hugh Gibson. Boncour conveyed the reaction to Premier Herriot.
A city column lists several visitors from Savannah Macon Jacksonville Birmingham Columbus Albany and Atlanta stopping in Thomasville for business and social calls. Also noted is today as the year’s longest day with 142 hours of daylight and a forecast of clear weather with possible afternoon thunder showers.
Mr. Connerd A. Hill and Miss Hazel Powell of Meigs Ga tied the knot Sunday June 19 at 3 PM in the Baptist pastorium Pelham Rev O B Kaiser First Baptist officiated with a ring ceremony Attendants were Miss Braswell and Mr Worst of Meigs Guests enjoyed supper hosted by the groom’s sister and brother in law Gilmer and Mrs Smith of Pelham Feeds from Moore’s Feed and Flour Store advertised nearby.
Solicitor General John A. Boykin voluntarily reduces his salary from 12000 to 9000 dollars a year. The move brings Fulton county closer to a 250000 dollar annual saving in county expenses. Officials anticipate similar reductions by judges and other court officers.
Local Greek American eatery advertises reduced prices on meals and claims to serve the best coffee in town under its motto Where You Meet Your Friends.
J Ira Harrelson resigns as manager of F B Summers gubernatorial bid in Atlanta citing workload. Summers to run his own campaign and launch a state speaking tour starting in August. Feeds from Moore's Feed and Flour Store. M Paul Boncour comments on France security issue.
At Lausanne on June 22 the Franco British accord on reparations gained momentum as Premier Herriot signaled a shift from past policy and proposed suspending German payments for years. The plan includes continued deliveries in kind and a later global sum shared by the United States and other debtor nations, with Britain showing cautious favor.
Community notices include Coleman Motor Lines schedule changes effective June 16 with adjusted bus times to Tallahassee and Atlanta, travel details and contacts at Union Bus Station. Local hospital updates report Miss Louise Swift and Mr. William Alderman improving after illness. Also new prices at The Grill and a list of road service prices at Sturdivants with delivery service in town.
Brooks Lowndes and Thomas counties held short 4-H courses for training negro boys in judging hogs cows and chickens and building screen doors roofs and steps. Sixty-nine boys attended Brooks June 2–3, 25 in Lowndes June 9–10, and 32 in Thomas June 13–14. Tours June 15–17 covered Thomas Brooks and Lowndes with 26 farmers visiting cross-county sites and inspecting livestock housing and farm improvements.
An old药 ad promises curves by taking Vincl containing iron lime cod liver peptone. It asserts better sleep appetite digestion and red blood cell production. The ad promotes buying Vinci at Thomas Drug Store, Inc.
Seattle June 22 Delegates at the annual Rotary convention entered rounds of group discussions and addresses as they decide the five United States directorships. Eight candidates competed including Morgan Richards Selma Alabama Clinton P Anderson Albuquerque New Mexico. R F Chapin and Chesley R Ferry were elected officer positions in Chicago yesterday.
Bogota after a long blaze drought faced two fires within three days causing about 500 000 dollars in damage. The city recently bought five modern fire fighting trucks from the United States and officials credit the new equipment with preventing greater losses.
Bay St. Louis Mississippi reports that the Old Spanish Trail east of the Mississippi will be paved this summer. Only 18 miles remain unpaved on this side of the river and J. S. Thames head of the Mississippi highway commission says machinery will be moved in this month to start work.
Saginaw Michigan features a boxing family trio Frankie Joe and Mike Miskos continuing the ring tradition once raised by Kid Lavigne. Local pride grows as the three brothers pursue matches and titles.
The Prince of Wales will display a flag bearing the Cornish motto One And All over Fort Belvidere and his Cornwall estates from which much of his income comes.
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