07 Nov 1949
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1949
Page
1
A jumble of quotes critiquing temper and generosity, noting state revenue doubts amid new taxation and wages debates. The piece comments on public reaction to rising prices, a Valdosta reference, and football game chatter with sports pundits unsure of outcomes.
The piece praises three veteran groups, two Legion posts and one VFW, as essential community forces with volunteers, both men and women, urged to join and support their work. It emphasizes nonpartisan aims, decency, fair play, and the need for wide participation to sustain their impact.
An editorial urges Thiomaville residents to certify a new bond issue to finish gymnasium facilities for white and colored citizens. It argues the city can sustain the debt and that the project benefits all children and future generations, despite mixed opinion on costs.
A editorial piece questions whether the current labor climate overcorrects after union strength gains. It warns against socialism and warns officials to balance rights and duties, urging moderation to avoid destructive excess and preserve incentive to work. It notes Chamber of Commerce dynamics and ends with a local game prompt.
Arleta confronts Kelly about a land scheme that favored a farm combine over neighbors. A pad with names links Ace to past family debts as Arleta, Betsy, and Mrs Worthington recall a gambler father. Tomorrow she plans to confront courts and traces of the claim.
A three hour session saw 7 172 700 shares traded amid distress selling, but markets recovered with a late rally. City committees canvassed roses for sales as campaigns possibly extend another day. Local reports note community effort and upcoming events including Rotary remarks on medical practices. Bulldogs versus Wildcats previews hint at a tight game while talks of regional reserve material and a Negro quarterback facing Georgia are mentioned with limited detail.
Ten years on, monarchs Leopold and Wilhelmina pledge help to restore world peace and plan offers to France Britain and Germany after a conference. Hull opposes transfer of U S Line ships to Panamanian registry as elections loom pensions betting questions rise. Russia marks revolutionary anniversary with added emphasis. Thomas County Fair opens as Talmadge to speak. Bulldogs prep for Valdosta game. THS faces tough test and keeps top national rating.
Donalsonville November 7 The Seminole county Farm Bureau met this week and elected officers for 1950 President H G Woods Vice President Henry Love Lee Treasurer Evar R Moye Directors named for a new term and to guide local agricultural policy.
New Orleans AP reports more than 1,200 delegates were expected to register for the 56th General Convention of the United Daughters of the Confederacy. Committees meet after registration and the gathering, the first since 1913, opens tonight with a major agenda item on selecting a general headquarters site.
Advertisement promotes Cry No More powders for teething distress and upset stomachs from improper feeding. It claims relief for colic and occasional constipation and notes availability at drug stores for 25 cents a box of 12.
An observational piece contrasts easily discouraged people with persistent ones. It notes the former quit after setbacks in theater, weather, parking, cooking, open fires, gardening, and repairs, resigning to easier options. The latter keep trying until they succeed or gain fame.
An advertisement touts All Bran as a cure for constipation. It features Mrs J A Hamma of Portland Indiana praising the cereal and promises double money back if not satisfied after ten days. It urges one ounce daily with water and offers a refund with an empty carton.
The sunny south recorded temperatures up to 15 degrees below normal with widespread frost feared. Vicksburg and Meridian reported near freezing readings while Atlanta and Jacksonville saw 42 to 46 degree lows as the cold front extended eastward and coastward.
The fragment notes that prizes are unlikely and progress is limited yet the subjects lead happy lives and save effort and worry for themselves.
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