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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1946
Page
1
A collage of AP copyright boilerplate and random editorial quips appears. Notes reference election timing and subscription terms while lampooning public figures and daily habits with terse sentences and ad like lines.
A jumble of observations on national and local issues. It mentions relations, wine, consumer devices, impractical predictions, and social habits. It notes potential conflicts if unity is not achieved and touches on parks, parking, and urban life. The tone is critical and diffuse.
The Timex Enterprise endorses Judge Hugh J. McIntyre for the Court of Appeals. He seeks a second term and is praised for a liberal yet conservative record, unselfish community work, and judicial wisdom. Supporters urge residents, especially in Thomas County, to vote to sustain his proven service.
The Albany Herald backs Congressman Cox for re election against Pea cock arguing Cox has served long and well. Local writer praises Cox for influence in Washington and predicts unlikely defeat amid political shifts and CIO opposition. Also notes Camilla Judge’s continued influence and mentions the 28th annual Invitation Golf tour.
The Glen Arven Country Club in Thomasville announces its Fourth of July celebration featuring the 11th annual contract bridge tournament. Qualifying rounds July 2 with main rounds July 3 and 4, senior golf flight for players 50 plus, trophies awarded at 7 PM. Local hosts welcome visitors from Georgia and North Florida amid planned social events.
Col J W Durant and his WAC wife face charges over the $1.5 million Hesse jewels theft in Frankfurt. Their Los Angeles attorney Brumbaugh says a legal defense will be mounted and trial can begin once witnesses arrive from the United States. Maj David Watson also arrested. most jewels recovered.
Newton Bishop Arthur J. Moore spoke on his six week Korea trip noting 350 years of Japanese domination. He described Korea's trials, the destruction by Japanese forces, and the resilience of Christians led by Methodists and Presbyterians guiding 30 million souls.
The Memphis Chicks shutout Mobile 1–0 and 3–0 to move toward the Southern Association second spot. Nashville beat Atlanta 13–10 to hold second place. Birmingham edged Chattanooga 9–8. Little Rock and New Orleans split a two-game set 2–1 and 11–7.
The article notes the debut of the first regular night airmail service in 1924, marking a milestone in mail delivery with specialized equipment enabling nighttime operations.
Mrs J R Gordy of Atlanta Georgia reports severe earlier symptoms from poor digestion and appetite loss. She credits Retonga with restoring appetite energy and improving sleep and strength after using the medicine and urges others to obtain it from Inman Drug Company.
James Marlow explains that if Congress approves the loan Britain would borrow via its banks, not individuals. The system uses reciprocal dollar and pound funds between American and British banks to pay cross border trades, with British ownership of dollar reserves shrinking as wartime needs rise.
Brunswick Georgia June 28 35 homes placed under quarantine after residents return from Florida. Glynn county health officer Dr M E Winchester says two week quarantine of persons returning from Florida ordered by the State Health Department due to an infantile paralysis epidemic there. Businessmen may make one day trips but longer stays in Florida trigger quarantine on return to Brunswick.
Analysis explains how a $3.75 billion loan could let British banks pay American suppliers in dollars, keeping Anglo trade alive as Britain pursues American goods. It notes why Americans may not want to buy pounds, and warns pound purchases could depress sterling value and harm American holders. It also oddly inserts trivia about basketball's 1891 origin, War of 1812 salt prices, and diamond carat weight.
Seattle June 28 AP A 24 year old ex soldier and jobless man Alf red I Wilson says he will sell one of his light blue eyes to fund his own business. He blames a 1543 motorcycle accident for his difficulties and a suspended license after a court damage finding. He insists he is not crazy and believes losing an eye will still allow him to see as well as before.
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