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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1948
Page
1
A local paper urges registered voters in Thomasville to vote tomorrow at the courthouse. The piece discusses national candidates, party lines, and the importance of participation, noting the polls open seven and close six and predicting high turnout in Georgia.
The NLRB recently ruled that coercive picketing that intimidates would be workers is as unlawful as blocking work. The piece argues unions overreach when enforcing loyalty and warns that force will erode constitutional freedoms and labor gains, urging individual choice on employment.
A Georgia commentary urges voters to participate in tomorrow's general election and to choose between the Democratic and Republican candidates. It argues Dewey’s and Truman's paths threaten southern rights, endorsing Thurmond as a principled alternative and warning that the party will suffer if the South stays silent.
The text argues Russia aims a fifteen year program to reclaim land and build a state controlled economy. It warns that Soviet rule would negate individual freedom and contrasts it with American democracy. It also notes rising traffic fatalities and mentions Talmadge and Dick Russell amid Truman doctrine debates.
In a cold rooftop scene, Curly pursues Rosalie who longs to be left alone after returning home. He comforts her as she laments public judgment and disinheritance, while she resists poetry and insists on being herself. The moment ends with Rosalie slipping as they move toward supper.
Trans Atlantic voyage ends with safe landing as spectators rush to gondolas. Stowaway receives boisterous welcome. California awaits verdict amid local political debate. 4 H Club rally to draw 250 girls to Court House this week. Quitman brings strong squad to play tomorrow. Plunkett defeats Tifton Lambs 24 0 with four new players in uniform.
Ten years ago Prime Minister Chamberlain urged Parliament to enforce an Anglo-Italian accord as part of his foreign policy. The item notes wartime broadcasts and dramatic pre-Halloween fantasia by a Broadway youth, plus local events including a National Health contest entry by Thomas County and U S Seabisquit cross from Pimlico.
The data show Americans purchased over 21 billion dollars of life insurance during 1947. Policymakers and insurers noted rising demand amid postwar economic expansion and aging population.
In Moultrie Georgia buyers forecast a drastic drop in Georgia pecan output due to poor quality. Veteran buyer W R Neal says picking costs may exceed market value as Stuart varieties grade poorly with only about 60 percent of 100 pounds reaching No 1. Schreys show slight improvement but overall harvest weak this season.
The article notes that animal fats served as lubricants prior to the development of the petroleum industry. It highlights the historical shift in lubricant sourcing and mentions the transition to petrochemical products as engines and machinery advanced.
Fire last night damaged four downtown Atlanta buildings. An unofficial estimate put damages at 250,009 dollars. The sites included a supper club a dance studio a luggage shop a liquor store two shoe stores and a shirt shop.
Superior Judge Charles Worrill ruled that 17 million dollars of Georgia highway contracts are illegal, halting 46 projects and 162 contracts signed since August 3. Attorney General Eugene Cook said the decision could paralyze the State Highway Department and planned an appeal to the state Supreme Court.
Girls and women seek relief from functional periodic pain with CARDUS. Taken three days before the cycle should ease pain, or used as a monthly tonic it may boost appetite digestion and overall resistance for the trying days. The product is described as scientifically prepared and tested.
Dublin Georgia reports L M Sam Barron a 63 year old grocer farmer died from wounds after three robbers demanded his safe Saturday night. Sheriff Carlos Gay says two men and a woman fled in an automobile with money from Barron’s pockets and his cash register.
State funding exceeding 12.5 million dollars will finance roads and bridges to provide access to Jekyll Island, the state beach park, enabling improved transportation and tourism access.
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