09 May 1955
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1955
Page
1
The strike has led to 121 firings across nine Southern Bell states since March 14. The editor notes many workers are innocent and that sabotage by a few harms thousands, urging a no strike pledge and stronger public protection of service.
An editorial extolls government vaccine support for children and advocates reliance on medical authorities. It defends polio vaccination as nearly ninety percent effective, notes limits if infection already exists, and urges parents to trust experts over unfounded fears.
A Nevada test context describes potential atomic blast effects on cities and property. It warns of loss of life and the need for preparedness and unified safety measures to protect citizens and assets from a possible attack. The piece urges urgency in public education and action to reduce panics and improve readiness.
The article argues Germany nears sovereignty while facing Soviet expansion and Communist pressure across central Europe. It warns East Germany under control of Russia, with the West seeking unity and a strong defense as France and Germany seek peaceful accord, noting Adenauer’s leadership and the need for West European cooperation. It also references public health shifts about water fluoridation as a side note.
The piece analyzes Mao Zedong as the dominant figure in Chinese and international communism, with Chou En-lai as a key but subordinate actor. It traces Mao’s supremacy, Chu Teh’s military role, Liu Shao-chi’s potential rise, and the leadership hierarchy including Chen Yun and Chou En-lai.
ABC reports Dr. Leonard Scheele urges stopping all polio vaccinations temporarily to allow a thorough government check of five manufacturers. Cutter vaccine is linked to 44 of 52 polio cases. four other makers’ vaccines are considered confident. The move follows April 12 test results and reliance on manufacturer protocols for batch testing.
A whimsical roundup notes on race napkins with interfaith prayers, a dog bar on Fifth Avenue offering water, new dog biscuits shaped like foods, and a survey of domestic life trends. It covers Mrs America contests, can opening progress, tree-planting gains, and salary trends for graduates, plus odd notes on canned money and restaurant menus.
Sixteen years ago Chamberlain held a slim edge as war plans advanced while Commons recessed. Mac Kenzie calls him a fighter as Allies and Russia weigh cooperation against Rome Berlin axis to shield the Balkans. In Georgia, Thomasville challenges Thomasville Ga for the Rose City title amid regional sports play.
The reader questions how true Christians should respond to gossip about others sins. The response emphasizes not condemning others, quoting Jesus, urging self-examination, grace, and living Christ-like. It notes social condemnation as a consequence of wrong conduct and warns judgment by God's standard.
Hollywood report notes former child stars struggle with real life as they grow, citing Gladys Keene and teachers at Universal-International. Tim Hovey emerges as a hopeful new steady pupil as Ann Blyth, Elizabeth Taylor, and Donald O’Connor are recalled.
St. Paul quotes that the last enemy is death and Christ conquers it. The piece argues death should be viewed through faith, describing judgment, assurance, and the door to eternal life through Jesus. It asserts fear vanishes with Christ and death becomes a prelude to larger life.
A dense listing of clubs and meetings fills the day with events from Calindor of Events at 7 p.m. to Preschool registration at the Health Department and several gatherings at IOOF Hall, Plaza Cafe, Youth Center, and First Methodist Church.
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