21 Sep 1955
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1955
Page
1
Special dispatches are reserved for republication by the Times Enterprise Co Inc. and local news published are entered as second class mail March 3 1879. Associated Press credits and office details for Thomasville publication are listed.
An editorial warns that carelessness menaces roads and fires cause thousands of deaths and injuries yearly. It cites 100000 fire deaths historically and urges ordinary safety rules and diligent insurance without urging drastic changes in behavior.
An editorial argues for a shift from costly military readiness to peaceful economic growth, urging US leadership to curb Communism, reduce defense spending, and shape a peaceful future. It notes wartime fears, Russian policies, and calls for steady domestic progress despite political twists.
A 1955 critical essay argues investigations target Communist influence in government and Hollywood. It contends films reflect market aims, not political content, and questions the motives of industry figures like Schary and Chaplin while urging accountability for political ties and economic interests.
New York AP humor piece notes that millionaires are a hardy breed and offers cheeky etiquette tips. It suggests not staring at wallets, buying the first round, discussing harmless topics, sharing tips, and avoiding questions about wealth. It playfully frames wealth as a social equalizer.
The Democratic and Republican parties plan about six million dollars for television in 1956. Each party will likely spend roughly twice their 1952 outlay, using national and state committees plus allied groups to fund ads. Networks charge pre emption fees for peak airtime during the campaign stretch.
Four Georgia health departments plus Atlanta and Augusta offices were cited by the National Safety Council among 48 organizations in 24 states for home accident prevention efforts during the year. The recognitions covered surveys of educational programs, methods to classify accidents, and safety hazard studies.
The writer urges the Thomas County Commission to install proper road markers to help travelers navigate, noting stark contrasts between Florida and Georgia signs from Boston to Monticello. They cite Florida’s directional signs, a prospective land buyer choosing Florida, and the need for durable, long term signage on key routes like No 19.
In the United Nations General Assembly the Western powers and Russia clash over arms inspections and Red China seating. The United States rejects Red China admission and plans to shelve the issue with Britain and France, while Henry Cabot Lodge leads opposition.
The monarch told Paderewski he was a genius, but he replied that genius comes from persistent practice. He recalled that even great masters began as beginners and that steady work outpaces talent without effort. He said application counts more than genius.
The report notes limited Nazi success in fresh mass air attacks on England hampered by poor weather. It mentions moves to enlist Spain in the Axis and covers other wartime items including a ransom demand for a kidnapped boy, military train orders, labor unrest in Detroit, and regional notes from Thomasville and Bainbridge.
Puzzle style acrostic listing letters and clues across numbers and words, integrating varied terms and quick prompts. The page resembles an indexed word game or crossword style fill with definitions and cross references. Difficulty appears moderate with mixed vocabulary and partial entries.
Georgia truck lines win intrastate rate increase effective October 1 8.6 percent approved by the Public Service Commission with minimum charges set at 250 dollars for 80 miles or less and 275 above 80 miles Interstate class rates were likewise raised earlier by the ICC.
A reply to a colleague arguing honesty in modern business. It cites America's founders and divine guidance, notes temptations when dealing with strangers, highlights the profit of integrity through successful firms run by ethical standards, and ends with the moral imperative to do right even at personal cost.
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