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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1922
Page
2
A fragmented page from a Thomasville Georgia newspaper includes editorial notes, social snippets, satirical quips, and notices. It lists subscriptions, staff names, and miscellaneous remarks while hinting at local issues and national topics of the era.
The article profiles William Rockefeller, detailing his rise from a store clerk to a dominant industrial financier. It notes his wealth, influence in Amalgamated and Standard Oil circles, and his charitable ventures, while contrasting him with brother John D. Rockefeller. It reflects on his humble origins, thrift, and the impact of his fortune on society and industry.
The article cites a landlord in Jersey City who offers 100 apartments at $25 monthly, bans rentals to families without children, and provides a baby bonus, nursery facilities, medical service, a kindergarten, a Boy Scout camp, and playrooms. It notes similar themes about frugal government budgeting and pension costs in Georgia.
The Minnesota Democrats formally selected Mrs. Anna D. Oleson as candidate for the United States Senate. She sought the honor with persistence and may inject some humor into the campaign. Minnesota is viewed as strongly Republican, so her bid is unlikely to succeed against Senator Kellogg.
The silk industry laments short skirt styles claiming moral harm while profits from increased dress sales could be at play. The writer questions true motives, suggesting revenue angles may influence the moral stance.
The piece riffs on long engagements, suggesting suitors bring a bottle of brandy to the father during calls. It notes where prohibition is absent, fathers may delay weddings for a year or two, using Lapland customs as a humorous comparison.
A Chicago firm’s report to the Governor outlines how Georgia could save money and boost efficiency. The document, cited by campaign materials for the commissioner of agriculture, focuses on excessive fees for oil inspectors and related positions, arguing charges exceeded proper amounts.
Misses Ethel and Grace Norwood visit the Jones home. Verna Jernigan and Ollie Mae Brantley leave for Athens to attend school. Mrs Essie Connell and Bennett Thornhill return from the Athens B Y P U Convention with a fine report. Will Crane Eddie Williams and families visit Henry Williams. Local youths travel to Blue Springs for outings. Milton Dixon and Robert Mallard leave for Atlanta to reenlist in the U S Navy. C C Arnold visits with William Dugger. Jim Fain and daughter Georgia Fain stop by Mallard home Saturday.
Local farmers in Ellabelle work to remove grain from fields following a prolonged rainy spell. Relatives and visitors pass through the area. church and court events draw townspeople to Thomasville and nearby communities over the weekend.
The crops are progressing nicely in warm days. I and Mrs Saddler and Mrs Colman visited Sunday afternoon. Many girls from the area attend summer school at Athens. Mrs Saddler of Birmingham Ala visits local friends. Mr Pope made a business trip to Thomasville Saturday afternoon. Many young folks attended the singing convention at Union Hill Sunday and reported a nice time. Mrs Jones spent Monday.
Advertiser C L McCard in Atlanta Georgia seeks melon mowers to supply daily to the New York Chicago markets. Requests details on expected quantities varieties and shipping start times. Address 46% West Hunter St Atlanta Ga Phone Main 8675-1.
Mrs O2F Saddler and Mrs J C Whiddon arrived to care for their ill mother Mrs Math Maddox. Esau Whiddon, once under a doctor, has recently been able to be out. Mrs W B Saddler visits Thomasville with daughter Mrs Bob Taylor. J A Pope visited Monday. J F Forrester couple returned from a pleasure trip. Saddler and family saw Forrester couple Tuesday night.
Hopeful hauling and visiting fill the week with neighbors spending time at each other’s homes. The community invites everyone to the church grounds cleanup in July and to a sing at J W Dawkins with early arrival encouraged.
Community page notes a big meeting at Hobb s School starting Friday night with all invited. Several local families are mentioned visiting and dining together over the weekend, and condolences are offered for the loss of a baby named Muta with thanks for care and flowers.
Waycross city council approves Ware County Bond Commission funding of 10,560 per mile for paving in Waycross. Elizabeth street dropped, Jane street added. Work expected to start on paving projects immediately after the resolution passage.
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