25 Jun 1948
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1948
Page
1
In Georgia the Republican delegation voted for Dewey rather than Taft amid party chatter. Voters discuss convention outcomes and local issues such as city limit expansion in Thomasville. Weather notes mention rainfall aiding crops after drought and heat.
The Republican convention has nominated a candidate for president and New York governor. The piece argues the president will shape domestic policy and world peace, with the party's strength and Truman or Eisenhower as possible counterbalances. It suggests Dewey would influence. Taft is dismissed as likely.
The Dewey nomination for the Republican presidential ticket seems likely as delegates report a clear inside track. Observers cite Dewey’s rising ballots and breaks from favorite sons, plus a favorable view of his chances against Taft Stassen and Vandenberg.
The Chamber of Commerce seeks a swift plan to extend city limits but details on terms and legislative steps remain unclear. A survey is needed to assess affected population, costs, and legal procedures. Current taxes show county and state levies at 26 mills plus 20 mills for education, with city rate at 20 mills, leaving tax differences mainly in assessment values.
An editorial argues for civic unity and selflessness in supporting communal projects. It notes disputes and divergent opinions among Thomasville citizens, urging preservation of free speech while preventing actions that threaten regional cohesion. The piece warns against hindering a beneficial program for political or personal reasons.
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A detective narrator recalls pressing evidence on Dr Stokes amid a tense hotel night. A false note and fingerprints spark a murder investigation as suspects jostle for truth and leverage with lawyer J D and a looming courtroom showdown.
A detailed daily program log lists 7:30 PM sign on through 7:45 PM sign off with multiple music shows, news, and specials including World News, Sunrise Serenade, Marine Band, Hillbilly Platter, and Veterans program, ending at 7:45 PM.
Fragmented notes show renewed fights over wet prohibition and law enforcement, with figures like Kellogg and Roosevelt involved in treaty plans and reprisals. A rally and parade are planned to back a Democratic candidate, plus a $50,000 reward mentioned and other political maneuvering noted.
Donalsonville reports the FDR School canning plant will open Tuesday June 29 and operate each Tuesday and Friday while vegetables are scarce. Agriculture teacher B. B. Baker and his assistant oversee the plant.
The Seminole County Singing Convention meets Sunday June 27 at Trinity Church in Donalsonville. Singing begins at 10:00 with lunch served at noon. Officers include President W. H. McDonald Chaplain W S Tedder and Treasurer Cannan Odom.
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Cattle grading is now being carried out at practically all cattle show sales in this state.
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