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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1950
Page
8
Reports from June in Brooks County describe a grasshopper outbreak threatening local crops. U C Touchton’s corn patch suffered heavy damage before farm agents deployed poison dust around the field, stopping the swarm and preventing spread to other areas.
There have been no reports of grasshopper infestations anywhere else in the county to date. Local officials note no new outbreak visible beyond existing areas and continue monitoring fields and pastures for any signs of swarm activity.
The Ochlochnee Lions Club presents a Friday night concert at Ochlochnee High School auditorium featuring the Harmoneers Quartet. The Jefferson County Four, popular on local radio, also perform on the program.
The Elks Auxiliary schedules an organization meeting tonight at the Elks Lodge at p.m. All members and prospective members urged to attend. Officers to be elected. Wives, unmarried sisters and daughters over 18 eligible for membership.
A cordial invitation to the general public invites attendance at a benefit program featuring fine musicians. Admission is one dollar for adults and four dollars and fifty cents for children under five, tax included.
The message outlines Thompson's plan to finance schools with an $80,000,000 program, restore old age pensions, reform taxes including repealing state property and nuisance taxes, cut licenses, and create a sales tax. It claims to restore law enforcement, end political influence over veterans and labor services, and build local schools without debt while preserving segregation.
A condensed survey highlights wasteful spending and questionable contracts across state agencies. It cites 2000 political employees, a $10 million yearly cost, faulty road projects, and a series of minor scandals from the highway department to public officials. It also mentions various events and dignitaries in Macon, Ocilla, Savannah, and other locations.
More than twelve thousand residents are registered in Thomas County precincts and will vote in the June 28 state primary. George Lilly faces Jesse Edwards for Superior Court in the Southern Circuit. strong support favors Lilly. Local races include two Thomas County House seats with candidates Chastain, Scott, Willis, and Russell, and county commissioner contests in three districts. Polls open seven to six with rapid results expected.
AFragmentary report notes Mr Nat Willarris Jr and Mr Twitty addressing voters in a Georgia campaign meeting. The speech praises state interests including schools, veterans, hospitals, and county systems, while denouncing rival methods and urging support for regional improvements.
Local activities at Air Base Bravo 101 and Odd Fellows lodge draw turnout for Friday night meeting at 8. Members invite residents to attend as campaigns press for the upcoming vote. Community groups, once again active, push for support ahead of election day.
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