10 Sep 1928
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1928
Page
1
A compact column reviews local chatter and political jabs in the September issue, noting the old-fashioned girl gets the worm, rail against sensational politics, and recounts Sheriff Davis’s crash with light irony. It also lampoons press critiques and public opinion in Thomasville.
Ed Rivers, candidate for Governor, is set to speak tonight in Grady County where his candidacy has stirred strong interest. The campaign has seen charges and counter charges, with Hardman supporters claiming the race is won while Rivers may address unflattering allegations from Grady County.
The article profiles Commander Byrd as a cautious, highly prepared aviator set to fly to Antarctica. It notes his past polar and transatlantic journeys, his insistence on safety gear, and his warning that such a voyage demands maximum precautions against disaster.
The Philadelphia Athletics and New York Yankees clash in a crucial four game set in New York that could swing the American League race. Philadelphia has surged from a late slump to lead the push, but the outcome remains uncertain and the series may determine the pennant race.
Footnote style remark notes fans of New York hope the series concludes with a victory for their team, while others show weariness of the Yanks and pennant winners. The author finds little more to argue about beyond shared desire.
Today’s listings show weekday programs from 6:30 to 8:30 with music variety and opera. Roxy and His Gang airs on several networks, followed by A P Cypsies Orchestra Hour and the United Opera Company presenting Rigoletto in English. Real Folks features a Father-Son Banquet installment.
Dr. J. W. Simmons of Brunswick is elected president of the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Surgeons Association after returning from its Norfolk Va meeting. The 225 member group from six Southern states may hold next year’s convention in Brunswick with decision by Dr. Simmons, Dr. Ainsworth and R B Slocum.
Savannah Kiwanis club members held a spelling bee testing correctness with words like usable dependable visitor and autumn. The contest toppled many boosters and left one survivor felled by the word innuendo.
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