17 Dec 1930
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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1930
Page
1
In Chickasha Texas Tate dies en route to hospital after a gunfight following a police pursuit over stolen goods. His son Tobe Hise and companion Rex Beya Tellow were wounded earlier. The Hale family and Bryant were implicated as shots rang out in the dwelling.
Reports say the Rock Island will push south from Shamrock toward a Quand area point, linking with the Frisco to form a new trunk route between Amarillo and Fort Worth. After talks with Fort Worth & Denver officials, Denver work on its line from Chil Pampa was expected to start soon.
A dramatic border chase in Indiana and Tilney ends with two bandits dead and three captured. One killer took his own life as capture neared, another fired on pursuers, a deputy sheriff Joe Walker was fatally wounded. Loot value estimated.
Prize offer to housewives for Christmas dinner recipes with directions to arrange an eight dish menu. Cash awards listed from ten dollars for first to smaller prizes for lower placements. contestants to use ingredients from advertised brands in The News Globe.
Special to The News Shamrock reports A Montplenier, hospitalized with a fractured skull after a hijacking on a highway trip, vows to seek revenge. He claims his fiancée and her alleged best friend fled with his money and jewelry in his car after a private dispute. He warned officers he will not accept legal restraint and intends to settle privately within ten days.
Fort Worth and Denver plans to extend rail lines in the Panhandle Plains, with FE Williamson stating the policy is to cooperate with other roads. He argues new lines are needed to aid regional development, noting long-planned routes toward Dimmit, Olther counties, and possibly Hereford, but delays persist for various reasons.
M. J. Corcoran proration umpire in the Panhandle area says actual field work will take time but cooperation between operators and purchasers should save delays. Notifications are being mailed to all interested parties.
At Wamrock on December 16 three masked men entered the C. B. Stone store as manager Jim Forbis arrived. They forced him to open the safe, took cash and clothing, bound him, and fled. An Easley clerk witnessed, officers notified, suspects sought with no trace found.
In Fridna Texas two men Hunt and Pierce were exposed to carbon monoxide in a cluttered room while working on a motor. A man named Aus Tad Prostitu te Ollas Bec was found frozen to death near Logan County. In Guatemala an armed movement reportedly broke out with gunfire in the streets around four in the afternoon.
A jury found Bradley Gelino not guilty of criminal fault against a 12 year old girl in a downtown business setting. The case drew witnesses including police, and the judge’s ruling touched on the federal Prohibition era amendment and New Jersey enforcement actions. The 18th Amendment adoption and related matters were discussed as appeals and state procedures loom, with additional cases noted for potential trials.
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Colquit Davis testified at the Potter County Jail about a gunfight at Wirt Oklahoma involving his brother Du Hiers. He described disarming an officer, a second sudden entry, and a chaotic exchange ending with the deputy wounded and both sides exchanging shots. Davis’s account aligns with local officers’ investigation of the Wirt incident.
Major Shepard's detailed testimony on the stand is summarized with focus on alleged poison claims and defense arguments. The record notes his denial of poisoning charges and outlines cross examination points about motive, acquaintances, and timelines in the San Antonio case context.
A new season low of 24 degrees was reached early in the period while Tuesday stayed below freezing. The day’s high reached 31 degrees with clearing skies toward the afternoon. Forecaster Collman said December would alternate between warm and cold days for the remainder of the month.
Lubbock December reports insurers, Burlington and Santa Fe oppose Texas Pacific line into the Panhandle, warning it would harm existing traffic. Amarillo officials argue the new railroad would boost Plains region business, with precise rates and gravel tonnage benefits. Roy Baskland testifies for Texan & Tacit Project, noting chamber incentives and potential outlets for Amarillo and surrounding districts.
The article notes a historic shift as fewer new roads appear, affecting the Burlington and Santa Fe lines. It mentions a railroad dispute touching West Texas, with Mr Hitchcock testifying that Denver business interests tied to Santa Fe influence were involved, continued on Page 34.
German Grand Opera presents a February 6 and 7 performance with 186 in the chorus and an 80-strong orchestra. A 10 percent discount applies to season tickets. single tickets available by reservation now, seating to be assigned after tenancy. Call News Globe office or Wilbur Mawk for pamphlet and reservations.
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