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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1950
Page
1
A fragment recalls a friendly family party featuring a good fish fry, hot black coffee, and tea, with memories of an enjoyable program and a pleasant evening. The notes mention a seven o clock start and lights remaining on as guests drifted away.
Fragmented OCR listing shows TV and radio schedules with names like Gordon MacRaughan Donald Voorheeg Perens Lavalle Band America Night Beat and Secret Spy. Entries reference Bob Crosby Ethel Al and shows like The Veranda CBS Goldberg and Morning at 9 00 p m with various times and programs.
Mr WF Scott Jr chair of the Georgia Chapter of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis announced a polio nursing course for hospital supervisors and instructors. Sixteen nurse supervisors from several Georgia hospitals will attend June 26 to 28, with sessions at Archbold Memorial Hospital and Grady Memorial Hospital after travel to Warm Springs.
All Negro citizens are invited to attend the special meeting of the Thomas County Business and Civic League tonight at the Oak Street Library at eight o'clock. This will be the final meeting before election day. W. H. Thomas, President. WAFFLE IRON TIP Remove brown grease from grids by placing a napkin soaked with household ammonia between them overnight, then wipe with steel wool.
TV listings announce Season Finale at 11 p.m. on Studio One with My Granny Van. Dumont network schedules Al Morgan Show at 8:30 p.m. with a spotlight on guests and closing acts.
A June 27 1950 morning radio listing shows programs from 6 30 AM to 7 45 PM including Mystery Shopper Lefevre Trio Myrt And Marge Circle Roundup Melody Parade Airlane Melodies Gunrise Serenade Hillbilly Platter Show Chapel Of The Air Bing Crosby Show World State News Luncheon Melodies Daliceland Review Salute To Pelham Sagebrush Cowboys Band Mor Today Jerry's Juke Box News Weather Sign Off with various showtimes and host credits across a full day schedule.
Georgia leaders James V. Carmichael and Stephen Pace endorsed Sims Garrett Jr for State Treasurer ahead of the June 28 Democratic Primary. Carmichael praised Garrett’s integrity and business record, while Pace urged Georgia voters to choose the capable, trustworthy candidate.
Wooster Ohio AP The Ohio Agricultural Experiment Station reports spoil banks from strip mines can be reclaimed by leveling and planting. Experts note 1018 acres have already been reclaimed by 37 companies and advocate grading in summer to prevent erosion.
A garbled AP transcript mentions Belgium and fruit timing but the full context is unclear. No cohesive reportable facts are available from the text.
The YMCA lists a full summer program with daily activities including junior softball and swimming slots for boys and girls, adult and family swims, and special instructional times. Key sessions run Monday through Friday with a Saturday and Sunday layout, plus a camp from June 18 to July 1 and facilities like Piney Woods Camp and Municipal Tennis Courts available by reservation.
The article explains freezing cranberries after washing them, then sugaring six cups of berries per batch. It notes the cranberry season is short and suggests packaging in the usual manner for fruits.
A new fireproof hotel with eighty rooms and private baths is outlined, including a mezzanine, banquet room, and ample lobby conveniences. Dickson, leasing agent from Atlanta, will manage rentals and equipment, with potential future expansion toward Broad Street and a strong hospital annex plan backed by local firms.
Miss Helen Greene daughter of Mr and Mrs Ernest Greene of Iron City and William Thomas Andress son of Mr and Mrs J W Andress of Troy Alabama wed in a Saturday ceremony at the Iron City Baptist Church. Reverend Bert Newson officiated as decorations centered on a white arch with lilies and candles. The bride wore heirloom lace with a Juliet cap and ivory silk gloves while the groom's party included ushers Carlton Beck William Renfroe L B Stephens and best man L B Stephens. A reception followed with punch served by several young ladies and a tea table with Bride's cake and white and green motif. The couple will reside in Troy where the groom is with Andress Electric Company.
In Nicosia Cyprus education advances as Britain governs the island. Since 1878 secondary schools rose from one to forty serving about 10 000 students. Last year the education bill exceeded 2 520 pounds, about thirty six times the 1913 expenditure.
Ford C. Peck owns BA O a Mynah bird from India that repeats phrases heard at home The pet can imitate Peck voice and household sounds including doorbell telephone and knocking and sometimes surprises visitors with a lifelike exchange.
A class party in Shepherds Pool venue celebrated Miss Joan Brock’s 17th birthday with swimming and dancing followed by supper. Guests included relatives and friends from nearby towns and several local residents listed by name.
Twelve Tri-Hi-Y girls and three Hi-Y boys from the local group travel from Macon Georgia to Wesleyan College for the annual Hi-Y and Tri-Hi-Y Vacation Conference. Delegates include Jané Rackley and Delano Fielding, with five days of fellowship and inspiration. The event previews the Youth Legislature to be held in Atlanta in December.
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