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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1936
Page
2
Local column notes Roosevelt nominators and campaign chatter from a Thomasville edition. Mentions Philadelphia meeting, Townsend candidacy, and debates on Roosevelt and Townsend policies, with casual remarks on railroads and buses.
The piece describes Roosevelt loyalists raising funds for a national campaign with a goal of two million dollars and a twenty five dollar contributor roster, led by Louise Hayes. It notes Governor Talmadge’s critique of the New Deal and discusses electoral strategies and local political tensions.
The piece discusses the abrogation of the two thirds rule and its impact on southern representation. It notes opposition fears of disaffection and potential Republican accessions, and weighs whether changing the rule serves southern interests amid a nationalizing party. It cites Georgia's stance and recalls Champ Clark and William J. Bryan's influence at Baltimore.
George Tucker recounts Gramercy Park in New York as a rare private garden between 20th and 21st streets. He tracks founder Ruggles from Europe travel to a leveled hill and a crooked creek, naming Lexington Avenue and Irving Place, then wiring stipulations that vexed some residents.
A short, flawed anecdote from Irvin S. Cobb describes three carriers earning by trips past a platform checker. Two earned the same, the third lagged due to fatigue and a mischief plan to carry a single brick all day as a ruse to fool the boss.
A long description of Gramercy Park as a private, gate‑restricted enclave with surrounding landmarks like the Parkside Hotel the Players Club and the National Arts Club. The piece notes architectural uniformity, exclusive access, historic legal battles over taxation and the park’s status as a city landmark. It also references antique clocks at the Hotel New Yorker and political campaign pledges tied to anti trust and labor protection.
Washington reports the final days of Congress as Democratic leaders push to fulfill 1932 platform promises before adjournment. The commodity exchange regulation bill gains passage to regulate securities and commodities trading, centering on the Chicago grain exchange with a federal board. The Robinson-Patman chain store bill follows to curb monopolistic practices.
Greensburg Kentucky resident Mrs. FP Foster says Cardui eased her nagging symptoms. She reports prior weakness anxiety and back pain and notes after several bottles she felt daytime energy return and overall improvement. If Cardui does not help see a physician.
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