02 Sep 1936
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1936
Page
1
The page carries fragmented political commentary on Rivers, Russell, Talmadge, and local figures. It notes campaign dynamics, voter attitudes, and varying opinions, with references to Georgia politics, school teacher salaries, and regional concerns. The tone resembles a lively local political column with unspecified events and rumors.
An editorial discusses the costs of operating vehicles, oil use, and safety standards. It covers gasoline, tires, and maintenance while addressing traffic law, speed debates, and the Georgia primary race details for candidates like Redwine Parker Linder and others. It mentions W. B. Harrison and Governor Talmadge dynamics and public concern over driving regulations.
The column notes a $75,000 bet on Roosevelt at 3 to 1 if Landon boosts national broadcasts, while references a Georgia political clash. It mentions Talmadge allies Hull Davis and Anderson opposing a public service commission, Rainey vs Mann for the unexpired term, and a divorce scandal impacting a local figure.
A Thirties New York scene notes fall’s return as talk of theater, fashion, and sport revives the city. A raconteur jokes about losing money while a polo athlete laments slipping sight, and Helen Hayes returns to town signaling Manhattan’s magic season near.
Washington, citing non interference in internal affairs, rejects Uruguay's mediation offer on Spain. The policy has shifted but notes of past meddling in China and Cuba are recalled, with Europe’s tensions cited as ongoing proof of selective intervention.
The state department judged U S mediation in Spain would involve broad European interests. America kept out not by a close call but by a margin as wide as the Atlantic.
Mrs. Bessie Bowen Williford, 40, daughter of I. W. Bowen, died from injuries after an automobile crash in Tifton Georgia. Three others were hurt including her brother Smith Bowen 25 with a broken collarbone and Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Stephens of Sylvester who were severely cut and bruised.
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