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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1960
Page
1
Herbert Hughes writes that socialistic growth will erase private boating, urging readers to wake up to inflation and debt. He notes lawmakers focus on elections and spending funded by taxpayers. He reflects on America 35 years ago and warns poll tax deadline to vote approaches.
Sen Lyndon B. Johnson says a CIA briefing shows Russia will have enormous missile striking power soon. Dirksen mocks defense efforts and hints at party presidential hopes as Dulles testifies on missile gaps and U S deterrence under threat. Jackson notes US lead but warns against complacency amid ongoing debate.
Potter County nears a 30 000 goal with 20 000 tax receipts sold and two last day outlets at Hubert Cole office and Jaycee booth. Randall County reports 8 100 of 12 500 target as offices in Canyon and Amarillo prepare for final day sales.
President Charles de Gaulle demanded total loyalty from the French army to end the Algiers revolt and destroy the Moslem rebel forces. He warned public order must be restored and that Algiers’ settlers cannot dictate France’s destiny. He asserted supreme command and urged swift, united action across Algeria.
In a column of local chatter, Jim McCasland and kin from Groom run afoul of a New Mexico trooper who, recognizing the family, tickets him. Reverend Hubbard peddles a Health Test card with a black cat image. Dairyman Bob Murphy sends playful notes from Clovis praising the Dumas Demon’s win over Hereford amid a flurry of colorful sports slang. Veterans and golf veteran Chick Evans is hinted as a possible Tri-State senior invitee, advocating longer clubs for distance.
Will Harrison reports for The Daily News at Santa Fe that rival New Mexico political factions join forces for the first time in a probe of the state's bond investment. Details appear on page 13. Harrison is special correspondent.
Secretary Ezra Taft Benson set 1960 cotton supports at 75 percent of parity for Choice A and 60 percent for Choice B. Choice A support equals 28.97 cents per pound, Choice B equals 23.18 cents. These figures finalize the 1960 crop year supports. 1959 Choice A was 30.40 cents.
The Amarillo Airport Board unanimously recommended to the City Commission authorization to sell beer and wine at Amarillo Air Terminal. Concessionaire Robert J. Lee urged the move noting that all other major air terminals offer such service, except Lubbock. The board asked the commission to approve a concession agreement.
The article records a Wellington tract with Transportation Displays Inc to place advertising at Amarillo Airport. The city would gain 45 to 60 percent of ad revenues from terminal displays while the Airport Board seeks to cover the entire terminal in policy. The board backs alcoholic beverage sales under existing laws and authorizes negotiations with concessionaires, with beverage revenue to be set in negotiations. The board notes underused televisor lounge space and asks staff to explore a lounge option with airlines.
Motor vehicle license plates go on sale Monday with officials predicting nearly five million registrations this year. Potter County may total about 70 000. 1959 tags number 62 000 with three months left. Buy early to avoid rush. Potter and Randall counties set sale hours and locations.
Fragmentary weather note reports clear skies in Amarillo at 3 pm on a Friday with wind 7 mph and visibility 15 miles. Similar readings show clear conditions in Houston Dallas Augusta Okla City with 15 mph winds and 15 miles visibility.
Senate investigators report wholesale prices for reserpine tablets show a big firm pricing 39.50 for 1 006 tablets while a small rival offers 2.65 for the same amount. Retail asks 65.83 and 4.41 respectively. The large company notes seven years of research and a new African supply to replace Indian material. the small maker cites 80 percent government hospital business. The drug, reserpine, treats high blood pressure. Ciba Pharmaceutical Products Inc of Summit New Jersey leads the case.
Continued fair conditions through Sunday with mild temperatures. Lows around 29°F, highs near 57°F. Northwest Texas stays generally fair and warmer with clear to partly cloudy skies.
A reporter surveys French turmoil over Algeria as the army and colonial sensibilities threaten De Gaulle. Diplomats warn of Paris’s weakness in NATO defense while barricades loom in Paris if the army moves against the president. Analysts note Communists backing De Gaulle amid fear of civil conflict and domestic upheaval.
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