07 Mar 1950
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1950
Page
1
Residents confront drought and wasteful water use as Georgia plans added dams to boost industry. The Board of Regents and school authorities push remedies amid tight funding. A Red Cross drive seeks 67 million dollars, while comments reflect concern for England and global politics.
New York Herald Tribune exposes hidden daily taxes eroding take home pay. The editorials by Robert S. Bird quantify tax bite on ordinary taxpayers, noting examples like 639 items taxed for a poor person and additional levies affecting clothing and food costs.
A town canvass finds five men and five women asked about March 21st. Four women say they will vote to issue certificates to enlarge the power plant. The piece urges registered voters to participate, warning that Thomansville could falter without timely approval and financing.
A Georgia political forecast suggests Herman Talmadge faces little anti-Talmadge opposition as the winning candidate concentrates on a potential four year term. The piece traces succession from Gene Talmadge to Herman and notes possible tax policy battles after the primary.
A fragmented note discusses business leverage at airports and plant sites, questions milk processing needs, and highlights the Court House clock as time reference. It mentions weekly hospital dedication and the growth of Georgia hospitals from small facilities to larger specialized centers.
The article notes tax shares: 71 cents per dollar by soft education, 15 cents by states, 14 cents by local units. It contrasts with 1932 when the federal government took 22 percent and 1939 at 80 percent. The Herala-Tribune weighs the big problem and asks what should be done about the pistol tax and overall policy.
The piece humorously speculates on a nocturnal pest seen near garbage pails. Witnesses describe short black hairy figures possibly a family of three and debate if a bear or other animal caused the disturbances. A few plan night-time catching schemes, while others doubt the mystery’s nature.
The ad claims Cardus helps many women ease monthly distress and cramps by regulating uterine spasms. It suggests trying Cardui to escape the monthly ordeal and achieve relief, promising noticeable improvements.
A historic radio timetable lists daily programming from News at 10:00 to Sign Off at 6:45 PM. Musical variety includes Stamps Quartet, Russ Morgan, Circle T Rondupanee, Plaza Special, and Bing Crosby Show. News segments occur hourly with Forestry and Patrol programming interspersed.
Today riots labeled Red Thursday trigger arrests of six hundred communists. Three dead and 200 injured in demonstrations. deaths reported in Germany and 160 wounded in the United States amid a day of violence. Tornadoes kill four and cause major damage across three states including Arkansas Mississippi and Louisiana with $100000 in property losses. Torrential rain broke March records with 81 inches. Dr Jenkins addresses Kiwanis on health. Detroit Tigers face real threat. Jack Redmond to appear with a golf trick shot show.
Ten years ago reports note Finland negotiating an armistice while Russians present undislosed terms. Sweden acts as intermediary as fighting ends. A British liner sails to the United States and Queen Elizabeth undertakes a secret voyage to New York. Sumner Welles meets in Paris with Dala dier. Jaycees host their Bosses and install officers. D R Joye succeeds W Miller Jr as president with W Cameron.
Jim Ferrier, Australian champion arrives for Thomasville open. Henry Kaiser shoots a practice round 69. Sam Snead enters the tourney with a nation leading reputation per Craig Wood.
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