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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1925
Page
2
Portraits of visitors and residents fill a day in Thomasville with names like Mr. 2ray of Columbus Mr. Joseph Ragan of Atlanta and Miss Alma Jeter visiting in Tampa. Local ads promote U DRIVE IT cars 8 hour battery service at Sampson's Garage and swimming pool season at Smith's Park.
Thomasville district delegates at Pavo opposed unification of Northern and Southern Methodist churches in the South Georgia conference to meet in Macon in November. Delegates include C. S. Hodges, Mrs Homer Williams, J. Frank Harris, J. D. Gardiner, and others with alternates listed. The conference also recommended three new ministers for the South Georgia slate and named J. D. Gardiner lay leader, noting the district’s strong Centenary fund support. Cairo chosen as next meeting site.
London fashion notes say polka dot neckwear is back with exclusive handmade designs on fine silk. Smaller dots push the price higher as designers show off meticulous artistry.
A Hindoo saying links kindness to those who harm us. It notes sandal wood during felling gives the ax a fragrant aroma as it graces the edge with scent.
The Thomasville Rotary Club met to plan coming year programs. President Cooper honored Past President Bob Balfour Jr. with a pin for his service. Visitors included Renner MacIntyre, Judge H J MacIntyre, Col J L Bevans, Lt Stuart Bevans, and Joe Turner who outlined the Rose Leaves magazine and its role in local growth.
Washington May 14 President Coolidge considers a new slate for solicitor general to replace James M. Beck. Prominent names include William W. Hodges of Denver, treasurer of the Republican National Committee and head of Hodges Wilson & Hodges. Also mentioned is Judge Wallace McCamant of Portland, former Oregon supreme court justice and White House guest.
New Orleans May 14 failure to control a wild gas well in the Monroe field will be charged in a suit against the owners. Smiths No 1 has allegedly wasted millions of feet of gas and damaged the subsurface stratum while contaminating water supplies Ouachita and Morehouse parishes. The suit filed at Monroe contends faulty operation has cratered the well about 800 feet wide and gas escapes threaten water in nearby sands if not halted.
Washington May 14 Railroads are under scrutiny as officials probe the conditions of service and rate practices affecting freight and passenger movements. The inquiry seeks to clarify pricing, schedules, and compliance with transportation regulations.
The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled that transporting iron and steel materials from Birmingham to Pensacola and Mobile is treated with unequal traffic and rates. Mobile’s rates are lower, and Alabama authorities may order changes to remove prejudice. If Alabama acts, the matter will close. otherwise the federal commission will resume action.
The quote argues for patient judgment over impulsive or stubborn stance. It frames prudence as a virtue in forming opinions and resisting hasty conclusions.
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