27 Jun 1936
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1936
Page
1
A jumble of society notes and political quips covers Roosevelt's outspoken stance in Ohio, reflections on voter behavior, and assorted era commentary. The piece touches on Democratic prospects, a Georgia return of Senator Russell, and a Philadelphia convention backdrop.
The piece argues both Democratic and Republican platforms are broad statements for campaigns rather than binding policy. It notes loyalty matters more than verbiage, and that platform differences are modest, with one side described as humanitarian and the other as plutocratic. Roosevelt is framed as making the real choice.
Preston Grover reports from Philadelphia where Representative Lemke of North Dakota launches a third party bid with little evidence it will disrupt Republicans or Democrats. Analysts doubt the move will alter the election, noting voters’ habit and party convention loyalties. The question remains whether Lemke has a platform and a nationwide organization to contest key states and precincts.
Mrs. George King of Chicago visits sister Miss Louise Smith. Mrs. Nat Bradford of West Palm Beach visits her parents Mr. and Mrs. D. B. Turner. Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Laney and John Laney Jr of Macon spend the week with Miss Bertha Tuckey. Miss Laurine Bullard and others visit briefly. Joyce Rackley visits sister Eunice Rackley. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Scott called to Ellaville for the death of Mrs. Scott’s uncle Dr. Bridges. Mrs. Fletcher Wagner of Jacksonville visits the Singletarys. Mrs. C. C. West spent Friday in Albany. Mr. and Mrs. Dick Rogers of Blakely are weekend guests of the McIntyres. Miss Oleta Sellers visiting in Atlanta. Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Tennyson of Albany spent Thursday with the Tennysons.
Budapest orders all waiters and cooks to be bald under health ministry rules. Protests erupt as staff may wear white coats and aprons instead of tuxedos to compensate. Public health aim targets hair in soup and cleanliness standards nationwide.
The text notes three pivotal historical third party influences. In 1844 James G Birney siphoned votes from Henry Clay, giving Polk the presidency via New York. In 1884 John P St John’s vote helped Cleveland win New York and the White House. In 1912 Roosevelt’s split aided Wilson despite Taft Roosevelt totals.
Senator Ed Smith of South Carolina walked out at the Philadelphia convention. He argued against affiliating with colored colleagues, saying social equality would be forced and political affinities would not align with his views. The report notes his blunt stance and the controversy it sparked.
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