14 Dec 1950
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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1950
Page
1
A mixed column recounts humorous observations from Kanss City travel to fuel concerns for locomotives and a rumor about a Santa Fe name change. It touches on private airplanes, future executive travel, Truman mobilization calls, leadership debates, and cultural notes including oysters and matchbox art.
December ads show brisk home sales with a brick, one year old property at 2503 Tyler selling to the first respondent. Buyer paid cash and appointment required. Globe News Want Ads promote The People’s Market Place for quick results.
Chinese forces step up activity near Hungnam as the UN evacuation of 60,000 troops continues. Eight to nine divisions ring the last Allied foothold in northeast Korea while planes strike Pyongyang and Tokchon. Casualties from midweek air raids around 2,100 with carrier planes also active.
In Paris on December 13 a football match captain swallowed a tossed franc after it landed in his open mouth. An emergency operation saved the captain, and he survived the incident.
An editorial by David Rasco analyzes President Syngman Rhee of Korea as Seoul ponders his tenure in the presidential palace. Supporters hail him as Korea’s George Washington while opponents call him a dictator. The piece highlights his exile history and leadership of the Provisional Government.
Fourth of six articles by Boris Shub argues for a wartime style alliance with the Russian people to defeat totalitarian tyranny and prevent future war. He cites his military and OSS connections and asserts broad world demand for peace and freedom.
A federal judge issued a temporary order directing the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen to end a wildcat strike in Chicago that halted intercity freight and delayed Christmas shipments. The walkout, described as a concerted action, disrupted interstate commerce and the mails, prompting embargoes and canceled passenger trains.
KGNC and First National Bank sponsor a noon and late afternoon concert from four loudspeakers on the bank building. The program runs daily through Christmas Day featuring instrumental and vocal holiday selections from KGNC Lang Worth Library with occasional live talent. No commentary or ads.
Soviet delegate Malik told the UN Political Committee that Chinese volunteers would also depart Korea if all foreign UN forces withdraw. The panel approved a cease fire plan with 13 Asian and Middle East nations, voting 51 to 5 amid Soviet bloc support and China abstention.
President Truman reached bipartisan agreement with congressional leaders to rapidly increase U S military strength and step up home front mobilization. The White House said conferees agreed on speed, with strong sentiment for declaring a national emergency and a world-wide address anticipated Friday night.
The unidentified man known as Frank Handley was laid to rest at Llano Cemetery as Amarillo residents gathered in quiet sympathy. Chaplain Morris U. Lively spoke of unknown origins and hoped a mother would hear of his passing. The service included Job’s verses and a rose-bedecked casket.
Amarillo Gas Company president Herb Budke announced plans to triple the building size with a 60 by 140 foot addition to the existing 30 by 140 foot two story structure at 301 Taylor. The remodel will add a terra cotta exterior, drive in window, auditorium, model gas kitchen, and heavy footings for future floors. Sealed bids open January 11.
Advance sale of tickets to the Charity Ball is at White & Kirk Polk at Sixth and Van Bruner's 1606 Washington and ends Friday. Afterward tickets are sold only at the door of Club Runny mede Sixth and Georgia on Saturday night. Table reservations may be made until Saturday noon by calling 2 5075. Fred Gabbard reports plentiful seats as the event aims to avoid crowding with Henry King’s orchestra from the Shamrock Hotel in Houston providing music.
All day events mark the first of a 3 day grand opening at Whiteway Fi Store No. 4 2409 Fillmore with multiple noon meetings of local chambers clubs and service groups at various hotels and venues. Evening shows include a wrestling double main event at Sports Arena Tri-State Fair Park and a Price College Cardinal Chorus concert at Price College Auditorium.
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