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Amarillo Daily News

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 06, 1939

Page

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King George Visits Washington Amid War-Time Scrutiny

Washington notes the first reign­ing British monarch visit to the United States occurs at a pivotal era as diplomats pore over potential aims. The London envoy says the sole political purpose is to improve friending ties while Britain seeks allies, and observers weigh possible impacts on US neutrality policy and allied sentiment.

Washington George England Ronald Lindsay United States British Empire Britain Great Britain Pacific Ocean Canton Enderbury California Australia Adolf Hitler Congress Ottawa London

Duchess of Kent Escapes Assassination Attempt in London

A gunman fired near Duchess of Kent Marina as she left Belgrave Square for a movie. She and Lady Portarlington were unharmed. a sawed off shotgun was recovered. A parallel incident near Earl of Harewood's home involved a broken glass panel. Police subdued the assailant and examined the weapon.

London Marina Duchess of Kent Belgrave Square King George Lady Portarlington British Press Association Earl of Harewood Princess Royal Lord Harewood Marlborough Street Duchess

U. S. Told to Keep Philippines

Paul V. McNutt, high commissioner for the Philippines, warned at a Shanghai luncheon that US flag remain raised to keep influence in the Far East. He said complete independence now could lead to servitude for the Philippines as the United States tours home with Mrs. McNutt.

Shanghai United States Far East Paul V. McNutt Philippines Shanghai American University Club

Postmasters Named from Texas for Senate Confirmation

The President sent to the Senate for confirmation today postmaster nominations from Texas including Happy James G. Ponder of Lubbock Amos H. Howard of Panhandle and Lloyd O. Waldron.

Washington Senate Texas Happy James G. Ponder Lubbock Amos H. Howard Panhandle Lloyd O. Waldron

Globe-News Want Ads repeat results in old tale

An old Globe-News Want Ad column notes two ads rented quickly for a three room house and a two room apartment. The piano ad sold a Kimball piano for 35 dollars after three days, with contact number 2 1488.

Globe News West 7Th Kimball Globe-News Wand

Youth Seeks Mother Who Left Him in Depot 27 Years Ago

Francis M. Lowman of Newton Kansas searches in Amarillo for his mother who deserted him at Wichita Santa Fe depot on July 6 1912. The Wichita Eagle described a 10 day to two week old boy left alone for hours with no identifying marks. Patrolman Covell noted a small excited woman with a baby alighting from Amarillo train No 118. Lowman believes his father died in an Amarillo accident soon before his abandonment and that his foster parents were not his real ones.

Depot Francis M. Lowman Newton Kan Amarillo Wichita Wichita Eagle Santa Fe Providence S. M. Covell Miami Fla Chicago Milwaukee New York Ocean Front Annenberg Philadelphia Inquirer Republican Inquirer Camerons The Grundys the Quays Penroses Inquirer Hoover Roosevelt Jones James the Inquirer Philadelphia

Immigrant boy to millionaire Moe Annenberg's rise in media

A Philadelphia profile chronicles Moe Annenberg, immigrant newsboy turned magnate behind the Philadelphia Inquirer and related ventures. It traces his Milwaukee days, Hearst rise, vast estates, and shift from the Republican to reform era politics as his paper adopts a new independent stance.

Madelin Blitzstein Philadelphia Moe Annenberg Chicago Examiner Milwaukee Chicago Walter The Philadelphia Inquirer Cecilia Annenberg Racing-Journal Interstate Brokerage Company Direc Tor General News Ticker, Inc Max M. L. Annenberg Arthur Brisbane Wisconsin News Annenberg Brisbane Hearst Hearst Executive Council New York Daily Mirror Diana Esther Pearl Janet Enid Lita Evelyn Harriet New York Stock Exchange Exchange

Annenberg Income Probe Begun in Chicago

A federal grand jury in Chicago began investigating publisher M. L. Annenberg's income taxes today. District Attorney Campbell said 100 subpoenas were issued and the jury will scrutinize the entire Annenberg financial structure for possible criminal intent to avoid payment. Annenberg, 61, publishes the Philadelphia Inquirer and the Daily Racing Form among others.

Chicago M. L. Annenberg William J. Campbell James H. Wilkerson Campbell Annenberg Philadelphia Inquirer Daily Racing Form New York Morning Telegraph

Thetis Sinking Prompted Full Public Inquiry

Prime Minister Chamberlain announced in the House of Commons a full public inquiry into the sinking of the submarine Thetis. He outlined a provisional cause: flooding of forward compartments through a bow torpedo tube, with the rear door opening for reasons not yet explained.

London Chamberlain House of Commons

Wedding Stationery and Gifts for June Brides

Russell Stationery Co announces a selection of wedding stationery and related gifts crafted for June brides. The collection features invites, menus, place cards, and keepsakes designed to suit traditional and modern wedding themes.

Russell Stationery Co

Pendergast Suffers Heart Attack in Leavenworth

Washington reports former Kansas City political leader Tom Pendergast has had a rather serious heart attack in Leavenworth federal penitentiary. He is hospitalized, not out of danger. Pendergast entered the prison May 29 after being convicted of evading federal income taxes and received a 15 month sentence.

Washington Justice Department Tom Pendegast Kansas City Federal Leavenworth Kan Pendergast

Deficit reported in Texas General Fund

State Treasurer Charley Lockhart announced a semi monthly treasury report showing a deficit of 17,249,789 in the general revenue fund, a reduction of 640,000 from the May 20 deficit, with warrants totaling 1,318,617 called for presentation, covering issues prior to November 21, 1938.

Austin Charley Lockhart State Treasury General Revenue Fund

Weather summary for Texas New Mexico and vicinity

Tuesday forecast calls for generally fair skies in Texas and New Mexico with little temperature change. Amarillo readings shown with hourly estimates and a high around 92 and a low near 57 with earlier data noting highs near 92 and a low around 38.

Sanlsa Texas Tuesay New Mexico Amarillo Aise Cdecas

Hague-CIO ruling triggers planned Jersey City meeting

Supreme Court upholds free assembly and power to regulate meetings in streets while striking down Hague Jersey City ordinance. New York milk marketing orders upheld. child labor amendment remains alive after 15 years. Justice Roberts writes the majority on assembly, with Stone offering separate views.

New York Norman Thomas Supreme Court Frank Hague Jersey City American Civil Liberties Union Hague Journal Square Washington Congress Hague-Cio Federal District Court For New Jersey Federal Circuit Court Philadelphia Roberts CIO Justice Stone Stone Boston Justice Reed High Court Secretary of Agriculture

King and Queen Explore Frood Mine Deep Underground

King George VI and Queen Elizabeth toured the Frood nickel mine in Sudbury Ontario 2800 feet below surface. They wore safety gear and watched workers drill as 2500 miners were on holiday. the royal party used a battery car to view the ore body containing 11 metals.

Sudbury Ont George VI Queen Elizabeth International Nickel Company Frood

Sailplanes Seek New Records At Wichita Falls Meet

John Robinson of San Diego led the field on points after a day of delays and mishaps during the Southwest Soaring Association meet at Wichita Falls. Speed Westphal flew the ganonia while a tow winch broke, delaying many sailplanes.

Southwest Soaring Association Wichita Falls John Robinson San Diego Clarendon Amarillo Chamber of Commerce Duncan Oklo Robinson Speed Westphal Ganonia Westphal Hollywood Dick Essery Lucretia Buxton Red River Grandfield Ohlo Delbert Booth Purdue University Flier

Javelina Hide Ban Highlighted by Legislature

Austin June 5 officials report the Senate sent a bill to the governor prohibiting importation of javelina hides from other states or foreign nations. The Legislature approved a bill to protect the animal and outlaw selling hides taken in the state.

Austin Senate

Eccles proposes loan cushion from gold profits for small business

Marriner S. Eccles urged Congress to use part of the gold devaluation profits as a cushion for a new loan system. He proposed a separate corporation within the Fed to issue long term and small loans, backed by a revolving fund to cover losses, supplementing bank loan insurance.

Washington Congress Marriner Focles Federal Reserve Board Utah Senate Banking John W. Hanes The Treasury House Hanes Wall Street Morgenthau Senate Roosevelt White House Eccles Federal Reserve System Mead New York Democrat

Plains Dad Is Sought for Panhandle Competition

The Globe-News invites entries for the Typical Father Contest. Amarillo residents may submit a 500 word description of qualifications and a photo for a chance to win a complete wardrobe and other Father’s Day gifts from local merchants. Entry blanks are available at the Globe-News and participating stores. deadline is 6 o'clock June 14.

Panhandle Amarillo Globe-News

Model Home Would Be Real Plainview Writer Draws Plan

Plainview writer Vera Belle Dean outlines her ideal model home for Globe News. She envisions a white Colonial with green shutters, a large lawn, sun porch, and rooms arranged for family life. The design blends comfort with elegance and modern kitchen space.

The Globe News Vera Belle Dean Plainview

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