16 Sep 1927
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1927
Page
1
A local page features a collage of satirical remarks and society snippets. It cites figures from politics and business, mentions Ruth’s progress, and reflects on taxation, insurance, education, and sports topics in a Thomasville context.
Times-Enterprise reports Representative William H. Platt states three bills passed and signed by the Governor, shifting responsibility to Thomasville voters to decide on a commission form of government. Referendum timing requires petitions within sixty days and council action within thirty days, with outcomes determining the new government after the current mayoral term. The paper also notes profiles of Miss Elder’s Atlantic voyage and other editorial asides.
Plans for the Dempsey versus Tunney prize fight announce a million dollar prize with certified checks for both champions and a sizable share for preliminaries. Promoter Rickard is praised for staging the event and fans expect record crowds and radio broadcasts, despite costs.
The article hints at why all teams may miss the major event unless a drastic change occurs. It emphasizes high stakes and potential surprises if conditions worsen.
The coming circus excites children who plan to attend regardless of rain. Some seek school holidays to view it, while others arrange tickets and group plans. The show is praised as clean and reputable, drawing broad community interest.
A drug ad urges readers to purify the entire system with Calotabs, claiming it restores health. It recommends a thorough course once or twice weekly for several weeks and notes a family package with directions for 85 cents at any drug store.
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