Political campaign letters from Thomas County candidates
A 1956 public notice prints campaign statements from Craig Miles for Tax D Lieutenant and Jesse J. Gainey, urging voters in Thomas County to re elect or elect officials in the Democratic primary. The letters outline pledges to public service, office openness, mercy, efficient staff, and thanks for past support. They request votes for Tax Receiver and County Treasurer positions.
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Thomas County
Apenacy i
Thomas
Hingka
Shaj
Giaien Carter
Thomas County Sheriff and Clerk Candidates Declared
A vintage election notice lists multiple Thomas County candidates including Sicily Parrish for sheriff, Kirk Beckham seeking re election, Dallin J W for clerk of Superior Court, A Vann for clerk, Albie Singletary for ordinary, and others. It notes campaign pledges, service records, and requests for voter support in the September 12 1966 primary.
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Thomas County
Kirk Beckham
McErely
Y A. Vann
Thomas County School Superintendent Candidate Urges Voters Support
ED R CONE declares his bid for County School Superintendent and asks Thomas County voters to support him on September 12. He pledges dedication to protecting and improving local schools and continuing loyalty to the county school system for the children and communities.
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Thomas County
R. Cone
Thomas County seeks re election for Pavo Barwick Ways District
Jim Vonier announces candidacy for County Commissioner in the Pavo Barwick Ways District. He thanks supporters and asks voters for continued confidence to serve the county honestly and effectively.
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Thomas
Pavo-Barwick-Ways
Jim) Vonier
Pavo Barwick Ways District Candidato for County Commissioner
Ronald Pope announces his candidacy for County Commissioner in the Pavo Barwick Ways District. He cites over 25 years in business and public affairs and pledges to serve the district and county effectively if elected. He asks for support and influence from neighbors and friends.
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Riff Sith
Thomas County
Ity
Az Erif
Pavo-Barwick-Ways
Kh. CG
Ronald) Pope
Boston District voter Henry P. Russell Jr declares candidacy
Henry P. Russell Jr. announces his bid for County Commissioner in the Boston District. He highlights his veteran status, business and dairyman experience, and civic involvement in Thomas County. He asks for votes and support in the upcoming primary and general elections.
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Boston
Thomas Connett
Armed Services of
Thomas County
Henry P. Russell, JR
Hosea Vann Announces Unopposed Run For County Commissioner
Thomasville voter notice from Hosea Vann thanking supporters for trust and announcing unopposed bid for the Board of County Commissioners. He plans to visit county sections, meet residents, and seek constructive suggestions while pledging public service.
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Thomasville
Thomas County
Board of County Commissioners
Hosea Vann
Massey Seeks Sheriff Win From WWII Veteran Candidate
RC Massey, a World War II veteran with six years in the service and 12 years in law enforcement, campaigns for sheriff. He pledges fearless faithful service and asks for votes and influence, inviting supporters to contact Norwood.
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Thomas County
Piesne
Cecil) Massey
Norwood
Boy's rescue after mud incident delays TV show
A boy named George Shabatura, age 11, became stuck in soft mud while watching a swimming muskrat and was rescued by a squad including a fire department ladder company and park board units. He was pulled free and reportedly upset at missing his favorite TV program.
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Minneapolis
George Shabatura
Park Board
George
Harry Taylor Installed Head of Lions Club
Harry P. Taylor was installed president of the local Lions Club with Frank Connell named to a district office at a Ladies Night meeting in the Scott Hotel. Jim Drake, deputy governor of district 18 C, installed officers and outlined duties as Drake noted Lions International’s global reach of over 11,500 clubs and 875,000 members.
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Harry P., Taylor
Lions Club
Frank Connell
Scott Hotel
Jim Drake
Lions International
Connell
Drake
Taylor
Perry Pittman
Raymond Terry
V.p
Lorenzo Acevedo
Bill Owen
Hugh Rehberg
Griff Hartline
Lion Tamer
James Spears
Tall Twister
John Wheeler
Rodney Cone
Jack Kelly
Chuck Billings
Thomasville Lions Club
A. C. Knight
Guy May
J. R. Terry
John Richter
Grover Newton
John P. Wheeler
Harry Taylor
Joe Goldstein
Daniel Kelly
del Riego
Edgar Evans
Giordani
Connecticut Gears Up For Bituminous Treatment On Roads
Hartford AP reports the Connecticut State Highway Department treats roads each summer with a process called bituminous treatment or oiling. Motorists try to dodge the newly treated stretches as crews refresh the surface across the state.
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Hartford, Conn
Connecticut State Highway Department
Mrs. Tate Reelected Red Cross Chapter Head
Mrs. Robert Tate was reelected chairman of the Thomas County Chapter of the American Red Cross at the annual membership meeting. Neal Rumble also reelected as vice chairman. new officers include Robert Jinright secretary and W. B. Bulloch treasurer. Several board members and officers were named for three year terms. The fund drive nearly reached its quota, with special appreciation awarded to Mr. LeCroy. Gray Ladies praised for hospital work and expansion plans noted. The first meeting of the new board is set for July 19.
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Thomas County
The
American Red Cross
Neal Rumble
Robert Jinright
W. B. Bulloch
W. J. Powell
W. B. Conoley
R. C. Balfour I
A. al Jen. Gardner
Julian Gaissert
Bulloch
0. Eggerson
R. L.cauthen
Gardner
Pasco Stanaland
Logan Lewis
Rumble
Kelly Wood
Groover Thomas
Dora Stillwell
Judson LeCroy
LeCroy
Powell
Archbold Memorial Hospital
C. A. Smith
Lsted
Helen Murphy
Tate
Moonshine Trick Inmates Access Supply
Prisoners in Monroe County Jail used a curved shower pipe to siphon moonshine from jars stored between bullpens. They obtained liquor without leaving their cells, exploiting ventilation holes to drain the contraband.
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Monroe
Mich
Leo Laseter 58 Former Resident Dies Rites Set
Leo Laseter 58 a Thomasville native who lived in Moultrie the past decade died yesterday in an Augusta hospital after a three month illness. He was a Colquitt County employee and bridge contractor. Funeral at 3 p.m. Saturday at Big Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Denison officiating. Burial in church cemetery. Greene-Gregory Funeral Home in charge. Survived by wife Ruby and two sons Billy and Lamar Laseter, both of Moultrie.
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Leo Laseter
Thomasville
Moultrie
Augusta
Colquitt County
Church of Christ
Big Creek Baptist Church
Coolidge
Moultrie Road
Dennison
Johnny Laseter Tallanamsee and Sister Ida Stacey Mentioned
Fragmentary clipping notes Johnny Laseter and his sister Mrs Ida Stacey referenced with a place name Tallanamsee. Details and context are unreadable in the surviving text.
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Johnny Laseter
Tallanamsee
Ida‘ Stacey
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Dacy Roy
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Albie M. Singletary
Sicily
L. Parrish
Thomas ‘County
Harry P. Taylor
Richard Strauss
Kathleen Harper
Yellow Cab CO
Mrs. Tate
Red Cross
Robert Tate
Moonshine Cell
Wal-Cork
Pope's Shoe Service
E. Jackson
Anta
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Water Ground
Ground Hamburger
Thomasville Coca-Cola Bottling Co
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