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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1946
Page
8
Bobby Riggs of Chicago teamed with Wel a vanweer of Atlanta to win the pro doubles crown yesterday at the Country Club of Richmond. They defeated California contenders in straight sets across a five-match sequence 6 3 11 13 6 2 and -3.
Amerigus Phillies beat Albany 4-1 to win their 16th of 19 and widen hold on first place while Moultrie, Thomasville and Cordele posted victories in a tight league race.
Pauline Betz of Los Angeles makes her Wimbledon debut as the international tennis tournament moves into its second day. The London event schedules 30 matches on the program with Betz among the featured players.
Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Williams announce the birth of a son on Wednesday July 19 in Boston. He is named Billy and weighs 3 pounds 11 ounces. Family and friends from Moultrie Panama City Pelham Bramford Norman Park Tallahassee and Thomasville send greetings. Local residents share visits and meals. J. C. Pittman family trips. Roger Cook and wife’s marriage. plus Pete Hartidon in Bainbridge Md aboard the U S Navy and Ruby Brown hosts Sunday school.
Columbia climbed to the South Atlantic League top after an 18-9 run since June 1 but faced a potential drop with a loss to Greenville. Columbus beat Macon 2-1 in 11 innings, Jacksonville edged Savannah 4-3, and Charleston won 6-5 over Augusta after late scoring rallies.
In Riverton Wye AP report Lowell Coen found a peacock in a storage room during a stuffing and mounting prep for a party. Attendant explained the bird was a foret ing owner left it there while arranging the event. Guests included Miss Grate Benton and young attendees such as Jerry Alderman Presley Byrd Sue Covington Tommy Garrison and others.
A draft political appeal from W. B. Gail Cochran Jr and a rival candidate emphasizes duties to Thomas County residents. Each pledges to serve in the Georgia General Assembly with best efforts, acknowledging campaign limits and urging voter support for the upcoming primary.
Several candidates announce for local offices in Thomas County including Henry P. Russell Jr for judge of the superior courts southern judicial circuit and J B Craigmiles for judge of the city court. Roy Segler seeks county commissioner and Thomasville district candidates announce for county posts amid primary plans on July 17, 1946.
A short handwritten plea requests support and influence in the reader's behalf. H. D. Burton signs the note with appreciation and sincerity, asking for consideration in an upcoming vote.
Thomasville District candidate Floyd H. Searcy declares in a statement his bid for county commissioner under Democratic primary rules. He pledges to promote a progressive yet economical administration and to work for the county’s best interests if elected.
JL Pilcher announces candidacy for re election as Meigs County Commissioner. He states his past efforts have served the county unselfishly and that running unopposed in the primary is gratifying. He invites voters to hold him accountable and to seek his service in this capacity.
Coolidge Ellabella Merrillville district resident A P Megah ed declares his run for County Commissioner . He appeals to voters across Thomas County to support him in the forthcoming primary and pledges to serve to the best of his ability if elected.
Letter from JESS Bowman announces candidacy for County Commissioner from the Thomasville District to succeed P. GC Searcy. Bowman pledges fair, impartial, honest service and a strong business administration, asking for votes and support.
Meigs Georgia residents host relatives and friends over the weekend including W.8. Cannon and son from Dothan Alabama, Dutch Wilkes family with Walter and Ruth Stevens from Camilla and Greenville South Carolina, and visits by Henry Watson from Albany and Coy Burson of Fitzgerald. Geraldine Whiting to attend sister’s wedding in Lyons and Rev Whit ing to officiate. other locals Mr. and Mrs. Howell, the Goodsons, and the Chandlers Austin enjoying trips en route to California. Brazil’s climate note closes the item.
Jackson Senators surged to a 5-4 win over first place Pensacola Fliers to rise to second in the Southeastern League. The win followed a Sunday spree over Meridian, lifting Jackson from sixth to fifth as four second division clubs toppled first division opponents. Montgomery beat Gadsden 8-1, Anniston crushed Selma 11-5, and Meridian defeated Vicksburg 10-5, keeping standings tight from second to sixth with Jackson just one point behind Vicksburg and the trio of Gadsden Selma Anniston at .500.
Ancient Etruscans devised dental restoration by fitting artificial teeth in bronze bands or bridges. The method aimed to stabilize damaged teeth and replace missing ones, illustrating early dental ingenuity from antiquity.
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