26 Mar 1943
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1943
Page
1
A long opinion piece argues the common man is central in democracy when mass action is well led. It cautions mob dynamics, praises educated electorates, and reviews Roosevelt Hoover banking actions, Georgia hotel lease, and the Henry Grady hotel site in Atlanta.
The piece argues against liquor regulation disputes and notes sugar shortages blamed on distillers. It cites bootleggers profiting from shortages, distillers making grain alcohol for war needs, and rising prices amid debates. It warns against partisan lobbying and condemns representatives who push for biased liquor laws for personal gain.
The Rotary Bulletin of Columbus Ohio notes a textile mill in Pennsylvania with a diverse immigrant workforce performing each step from sorting to super vision. It ends with the claim that their product is the American Flag, highlighting melting pot democracy.
The Henry Grady hotel lease was not renewed by the legislature though the measure did appear for discussion. Lawmakers debated the proposal without final action.
A mixed list of crossword clues and partial entries runs through the page, featuring across and down hints such as Golf hole In one and Artificial language, with references to ship terms, animals, metals, and colors, plus a closing nod to Irvin S. Cobb.
The agriculture department holds action on its war food program as Chester Co. Davis is to take charge of food production and distribution duties, with questions remaining about his reporting line to Wickard or to the president and his final say on farm prices. The White House will define duties and agency scope, while farm leaders express broad support for Davis.
In a wartime column, Jack Stinnett notes a harsh gender imbalance in Hawaii with 250 men per available woman, a shift driven by Pearl Harbor’s aftermath and mass relocation of women. He cites a Hawaii officer preferring Iceland’s livelier Reykjavik and highlights Kosse Texas claiming a 50 person armed services contingent among 881 residents.
Atlanta March 26 You can buy a new car now if you meet liberalized requirements and have the money. Requirements include gainful employment tied to the war effort and owning a 1939 model or older car with at least 40000 miles and no longer considered serviceable. The new car must be in the higher priced class or a convertible. Crusade of Christianity Against Paganism is among suggested names for the present world conflict.
IRVIN S. COBB notes Edison is deaf yet witty. A chronic borrower visits the inventor and asks for two hundred dollars. Edison asks to hear him again and then jokes about not hearing the first request as he reaches for his purse.
Bainbridge Ga March 26 The Bainbridge Parent Teachers Association met in the high school assembly room with L A Phillips presiding The program included a devotional by Miss Mary Alice Davis a report on the band debt and a talk by Miss Elizabeth Mayes on home economics and food rationing highlighting Money Points and Substitutes Attendance prizes were awarded and plans noted for a summer committee The high school will receive a Victory Corps Certificate Friday night with a student demonstration and band concert. parents urged to attend.
Mrs. William Cliett hosted a Wednesday luncheon for the Oaklawn Bridge Club. Guests enjoyed buffet service, peach blossom decorations, and bridge afterward. Prize went to Mrs. Raleigh Rolling for the high score with other players including Mrs. Baxter Williams and Mrs. H. M. DeRieux.
Bainbridge Georgia March 26 Mrs M E Oneal presented piano pupils in an informal recital at the Grammar School auditorium Thursday afternoon at 4 o clock. Parents friends and schoolmates enjoyed the program which was well played.
Major Maynor C. Clark announces a post wide drive by military police to curb traffic violations at Bainbridge Army Air Field. Jeeps will intercept offenders, issue tickets, and three tickets will strip the offender of the post tag for 30 days. violators face impoundment. Most infractions involve speeding and failing to stop at intersections.
In Manhattan Kansas on March 26 the famed player Mrs Helen Wills Roark suffered severe hand injuries. Surgeons at Fort Riley removed several bones from her right hand after an operation. Doctors warned she may never regain full use of the hand.
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