15 Sep 1939
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1939
Page
1
A fragmented page from the Associated Press section includes misprinted lines about republication rights and incomplete editorial quips. It references General Pershing and political remarks, with garbled dates and stray wartime commentary amid a jumble of ads and notices.
A long disjointed wartime reflection discusses Britain and France facing German and Polish fronts, air raids and strategic bombing, and the prospect of expanded air power. It notes limited German progress, warns of indiscriminate bombings, and cites Allied concerns over morale, manpower, and readiness as nations brace for future campaigns.
The piece notes the war’s impact on crop outlook and prices with emphasis on cotton and sugar inspections. It discusses possible price rises depending on supplies and war developments, and mentions battles near Luxemburg and Britain's Channel forces shaping potential food and commodity costs.
Washington analysis outlines sugar stockpiling fears versus ample production capacity after the war. It notes Portland housewives hoarding sugar, wholesalers’ supply strains, and government moves to suspend quotas to stabilize prices. The piece reviews quota history and potential imports from Puerto Rico Cuba the Philippines Hawaii and the Philippines to balance demand.
A fragmented column discusses coffee shortages in Rome and the appeal of New York coffee culture, then shifts to boxing in New York. The writer argues big fights are on the level, criticizes fixers, and notes scrutiny of managers and fighters, deeming Hollywood myth versus reality.
The department of agriculture reports potential sugar surpluses may exceed the quota this year while other food supplies show adequate or surplus stocks within the country. Production could rise within a year by various groups, though families are expected to buy limited quantities just in case, despite stable overall figures.
The Rural Electrification Administration approves a $264000 loan to Mitchell County Electric Membership Corporation to build 322 miles of rural power lines across Mitchell and six neighboring counties. The project aims to serve about 1357 customers. Previously, $412000 was allotted for 469 miles serving 1950 members in eight counties, with $25000 for a cold storage processing locker plant.
Mrs Imogene Strip ling Shackleford announces the marriage of Elizabeth Permelia Hall to James Edward Hall Jr both of Lumpkin and Camilla The ceremony occurred September 2 at Lumpkin Ordinary W J Phillips with close friends present Mrs Hall sister of Charlotte resident Claas M Couric and others Attendants include Shackleford Shealy and Frances Shruckleford Mr Hall recently moved to Camilla to work as a county agent supervisor The couple resides with Mrs R T Cochran on North Scout Street after the wedding
Camilla notes Mrs. G C Wall is recovering at Minory University Hospital Atlanta after an operation. Evalina Twitty improves at Emory University Hospital. The Bailey family returns to Camilla from Panama City Florida with Davant Marshall Mary and Lucile now living south of Camilla. J M Fasnacht and J M Bunch attend Mrs J B Crisin funeral in Pelham and move on. Russell Adams and baby John Russell III visit from Memphis with J R Adams family.
Plans have been completed by the Camilla Methodist congregation and Rev. Roy C. Sampley for revival services from September 24 through the following week. Rev. James H. Wilson of Tilpa will be the revival pastor. Wilson, a former local pastor, is well known for his stirring sermons and dedication during past visits.
Fupiicity and Roy Nowerton devised an advertising stunt using a covered wagon in downtown Colorado Springs. The wagon broke loose, its tongue detached and tossed aside near Howertown as horses pulled in different directions around a circular parking area, ending the dash without injuries.
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