Letter From Leslie Prescott To Ruth Burke, Continued
Leslie Prescott writes Ruth Burke detailing a burglary at their home tied to Zoe and Syd Carton. He outlines theories about Zoe, Syd, and a chauffeur, and notes police suspicions while expressing concern for Zoe and Walter. He promises updates and asks about Walter daily. Tomorrow telegram from John Prescott to Harriet Mabie.
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Leslie Prescott
Ruth Burke
John Prescott
Harriet Mabie
Sydney Carlton
Amarillo Daily Post Announces Telegraphic Dispatches Rates
The Amarillo newspaper outlines its telegraphic dispatch service covering the Panhandle Texas New Mexico Southern Colorado and West Oklahoma with advance mail rates in Texas Oklahoma Colorado and New Mexico. It notes companionship with The Dallas Fort Worth Oklahoma City markets and specifies subscription options and combination rates with The Evening Post and Morning Post. The piece lists Associated Press rights and wire service ownership details.
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Eigth
Fillmore Streets
Panhandle
New Mexico
Colorado
West
Oklahoma
Denver
Dallas
Fort Orth
Oklahoma City
Oer
Texas
Amarillo
Speedy trial urged as Shepherd murder case stalls
The William D. Shepherd murder trial in Chicago progresses slowly with only four jurors firmly chosen and two more tentatively agreed. Critics complain lengthy delays erode public confidence in the judiciary and fuel calls for reform, noting broader dismay at the justice system. Senator La Follette’s push to repeal Supreme Court decisions is cited as part of the public mood.
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William D. Shepherd
Chicago
United States
Senator la Follette
Congress
Bizzell resigns to lead University of Oklahoma
Dr. W. B. Bizzell president of Texas A&M College resigns effective Sept 1 to become president of the University of Oklahoma. Texans regret the move as he has long been a friend to Amarillo and supported Amarillo as a logical site for the new institutions.
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W. B. Bizzell
Texas Agricultural and Mechanical College
University of Oklahoma
Bizzell
Amarillo
Old West Texas A. & M. College
Texas Technological College
Texas
Alice Roosevelt Longworth Poses for Beauty Ad Portrait
Alice Roosevelt Longworth, daughter of Theodore Roosevelt, poses for a beauty cream advertisement portrait and will earn $5,000. The sum is placed in a trust for Paulina Longworth, her three-month-old daughter, as Washington society reacts with surprise but notes precedent.
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Alice Roosevelt Longworth
Theodore Roosevelt
Alice
Paulina Longworth
Teaching Privileges Clash Over Evolution at Texas Colleges
The piece reports religious institutions in Texas clashing over teachers right to discuss creation and evolution. It notes dismissals including Dr M. T. Workman, an English instructor at Southern Methodist University, Dallas, and argues that employees paid by religious colleges should align their teaching with the denomination’s beliefs, though not necessarily share the same faith.
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Texas
Southern Methodist University
Dallas
Battle Over Modernism and Fundamentalism in Bible Controversy
A long and ongoing dispute between modernist and fundamentalist factions continues to influence religious discourse. The conflict has persisted for years and shows no signs of abating, shaping debates within churches and academic circles alike.
Panhandle Rhymes and Odds and Ends From Amarillo
A compiled set of humorous lines and local observations about Amarillo life. Jokes on dating, ships, porches, and vacations mix with quips about Congress critics and the Panhandle scene.
Amarillo proverb hints at traditional marriage conduct
A lighthearted remark from Amarillo about couples and proper spousal roles. It jokes that a wife should rely on her husband’s strength but not overstep by sitting on his neck, reflecting old fashioned expectations.
Rev. Wiley Tanger Quips About Crime Print and Zambesia
The speaker laments lost knowledge of friends and neighbors and critiques sensational crime printing. He jokes about fleeing to Zambesia if necessary, remarking on the urge to show off as bad as some women do. The quip reflects social curiosity and media behavior.
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Zambesia
Rev. Wiley Tanger
Gloria Finds Burglary Heightens Masked Marital Rift
Gloria confronts Mother Gregory after a midnight burglary she suspects involved Dick and his office secretary Susan Briggs. The house silence, missing silver, and Dick’s absence fuel Gloria’s fury and jealousy as she vows to expose his infidelity and reclaim control. The scene ends with tension unresolved and Gloria planning further confrontation.
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Gloria
Gordon
Dick Gregory
Stanley Wayburn
Wayburn
May Seymour
Jim Carewe
New York
John Seymour
May
Gregory
Miss Briggs
Mother Gregory
Glory
Susan Briggs
Madam Gregory
Home Women's Club
Roxie
Lucie
Lucie Gilchrist
Decision Expected Today on Cochran County Court House Injunction
A federal suit seeks to halt construction of the Cochran county courthouse. Plaintiffs have rested and the defense nears completion. Arguments likely occupy most of the morning as taxpayers in Cochran County seek relief from out of state. The project cost is about $126,000 and the structure is roughly two thirds done.
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Cochran County
Chran County
Cochran
Cynthia Grey on the vampire stereotype in domestic life
Cynthia Grey argues that despite glamorous depictions a vampire is a moral coward driven to seek attention. She describes the woman who resents snubs, uses illness or drama to keep husbands and others focused on her, and fears losing attractiveness.
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Cynthia
Rudyard Kipling
Daily News Crossword Weil Easy One for a Change
Crossword clues list horizontal and vertical entries with numerous definitions. The puzzle presents a mix of simple and tricky terms from drink to river and mythic figures, inviting wordplay and cross checks for a broad range of everyday and thematic answers.
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Weil
Indo China
Workman Injured at Third and Park Building Site
T. and Dial of 1704 Buchanan Street suffered injuries while removing a board at the eight story office building under construction at Third and Park. He was taken by Griggs ambulance to a physician, then home. Injuries described as not serious.
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T. &. Dial
Buchanan Street
Third
Park Streets
Dial
Griggs
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