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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1925
Page
1
The May items reflect a Thomasville window of humor and opinion. Ed Jerger and local columnists offer wry commentary on Coolidge, Dawes, and Prohibition era politics, plus remarks on language, fashion, and hometown pride.
The article argues for a modest annual budget to fund a part time secretary and basic promotional work. It warns against oversized budgets seen in other towns and urges raising at least a thousand dollars next year to produce city pamphlets and advertise Thomasville beyond tourist leaflets.
The Red Cross reports danger from lack of food has eased in the storm stricken Midwest but many remain destitute and idle. Donations are used for immediate needs, not rehabilitation, and the local chapter invites local gifts to aid ongoing relief efforts.
The passage credits Henry Flagler as the principal stage setter for Florida's growth, investing millions to turn the state into a winter resort and attract visitors. It credits Plant and Flagler with vision that transformed Florida, noting tourism spurred further investment and development. The excerpt also touches on local topics like prices, markets, and everyday life remarks from the era.
The piece notes the rapid Florida land boom driven by speculation and easy payments. It recalls Flagler as the pioneer who built hotels and railways, turning oil profits into a modern infrastructure era, while others seek profits from corner plots and future hotels in the wake of iconic development.
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