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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1973
Page
7
A lighthearted column argues for and against adopting the metric system in the United States. It explains basic metric rules, notes Congress legalized metric in 1866 though not mandatory, and imagines comical effects on everyday life and culture.
NEW YORK AP The theme was elegance as 12 young designers discussed fashion and presented fall clothes at a Wool Bureau sponsored luncheon. The crowd eyed rising wool prices while noting nostalgic outfits and glamour pieces from Pinky Wolman of Pretty Boy Floyd and Jonathan Hitchcock of Hitchcock Ltd. The collection featured wrap coats, elegant day dresses, tweed pantsuits, and longer skirts, signaling adaptive, nostalgic yet youthful designs.
James F. Pettigrew Jr. earned a Master of Arts in journalism at the University of Georgia during recent commencement exercises. He previously graduated from Georgia Southwestern College in Americas with a BA in business administration, and is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Pettigrew of Thomasville.
Meigs Garden Club installed new officers led by president Mrs. Charles Pilcher at its year end meeting. New committee chairs include Mrs. Kenneth Morey, Mrs. Jimmy Carter, and Mrs. F C Pittman. The group completed projects such as Sunset Cemetery entrance markers, dogwood tree plantings, two bazaars, a bake sale, and published cookbooks.
Harold Pyle of Thomasville announces the engagement of his daughter Thelma Diane of Quitman to Rodney Gerald Giles of Quitman. The couple met while attending Brooks County High School. Thelma attends the same school and Rodney is a 1972 graduate employed by West Tractor Co. in Quitman. The wedding is set for 8 p.m. August 17 at Northside Baptist Church in Quitman.
A reader details purging a cluttered shed cleaning out paint cans nails and screws salvaging usable items into jars and bins. The process reveals forgotten tools and emphasizes finishing the job thoroughly for a practical, orderly result.
A series of pre-nuptial events honors Miss Jenny Bradshaw of Boston ahead of her June 30 marriage to Mark Maddox of Ochlochnee. Showers, teas, luncheons, and a cook-out were hosted by family and friends in Boston and nearby towns with gifts including a silver tray, silver compote, crystal, and an orchid corsage.
A local notice states that E.O. Garner awarded the diploma in summer school 1933, recognizing a Master of Arts Degree in Journalism. The writer reflects on missing college and laments writing ineptly, signing as Jumble Jim.
A reader asks if tipping only cooks is sensible, Abby says tips are essential for service workers. A reader worries about height differences in romance and is advised to seek taller partners if serious. A reader with a police record asks about honesty on job apps, Abby urges truth. A wife questions a husband clinging to his first wife’s memory and is advised to consider leaving.
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