24 Jul 1962
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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1962
Page
1
The piece critiques television as a money issue for Americans, arguing money drives TV agendas and exposing public distrust of economists and policymakers. It notes widespread unease about the administration’s handling of welfare and finance, with references to congressional opinion and political maneuvering.
A Ragland New Mexico farm equipment man invites readers to ride The Polly from Tucumcari to French for a nostalgic 10 hour trip with a likely repeat of the same coach. The note promises scenic, leisurely travel and a congenial crew.
Amarillo rivered by 1.75 inches of rain in 45 minutes with thunder and lightning. Dumas reports a 17 year old football player struck by lightning near a tractor, listed in good condition at Memorial Hospital. Rainfall varied across Amarillo and Vega as the storm moved eastward and new activity forecast for the central Panhandle.
The report notes Amarillo rainfall totals for the year and month, a 24 hour period high, and near five inch cloudbursts raising Red River to a seven foot crest at Palo Duro Canyon. Seventy one people in fourteen cars were stranded in the canyon overnight with park staff providing supplies.
Saskatchewan's physicians and the socialist government settle a 23 day medical care dispute ending a doctors protest strike. Mediator Lord Taylor from Britain advises adopting principles for Canada. Legislature to amend compulsory medical insurance to combine universal support with professional freedom.
The Telstar test telecast linked America and Europe with live glimpses of daily life and landmarks including Mt. Rushmore and Big Ben. Both audiences welcomed the signals amid minor reception cutoffs as the first satellite show aired from New York to Europe and back.
Dear Editor notes Senate politics around the Presidents Medicare plan becoming a campaign issue. The writer argues the move reflects concerns over low vote yield and calls for protection of seniors from relatives using Social Security funds for large purchases like boats.
Estes will face state theft charges in Tyler Texas far from Pecos where he lives. Dist Judge J H Starley ruled the trial should move despite defense objections. The four count indictment mirrors earlier federal claims about manipulated mortgages on fertilizer tanks that authorities say do not exist.
Foreman S C Garner and three coworkers at a Van Buren site describe a lightning bolt that knocked them from a low scaffold. They credit rubber soled shoes for preventing injuries. Ezekiel Bowers, Hilton Moore, and E A Riner also affected but unhurt despite tingling. All four men work for Van Doran Brick and Tile Co.
President Kennedy told a worldwide audience via Telstar that there will be no dollar devaluation and no new nuclear tests unless forced. He discussed Berlin, NATO, economy, and political prospects, noting no progress toward a Berlin settlement and suggesting a tax-cut decision next month.
Amarillo reported sun on 193 of 202 days in 1962 with readings at 3 PM. Data lists wind 8 mph and visibility 15 miles for Amarillo and includes entries for cities such as Houston Dallas and Okie with varying values.
NBC presents a Telstar Special on KGNC-TV at 3 30 this afternoon featuring David Brinkley from France in a Huntley Brinkley report. The 50 minute program will include live transmission and special segments.
Amarillo police say F R Andy Anderson who was shot at the Phillips home Sunday evening lost a four man poker game less than two hours earlier inside a used car lot office. The five participants including Alex Phillips 48 later faced gunfire at Phillips home and Anderson died at the scene.
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