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Amarillo Daily News

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1920

Page

2

Subscription Rates By Mail In Advance

Texas Oklahoma Colorado and New Mexico rates shown with monthly and yearly prices. Delivery by carrier in Amarillo matches the same structure. Prices include monthly and yearly terms under the Associated Press lease wire service. details are partially obscured but indicate 1 year and monthly options.

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Republicans dodge League of Nations stance at convention

The 1920 Republican National Convention failed to record support or opposition to ratification of the League of Nations. It also avoided a clear line on prohibition, while Democrats in San Francisco are set to push planks endorsing ratification and strict enforcement of the prohibition law.

League of Nations Johnson Roosevelt San Francisco League Foller Haint Wilson

Words of appreciation for convention coverage

The News acknowledges praise for its Republican convention service and reports heavy expenses to provide readers with the best possible coverage. It also notes the Democratic National Conven tion is mentioned in the context of ongoing political reporting.

Panhandle

First Picture of G. O. P. Convention in Session

The convention in San Francisco will be covered more elaborately with several additional special correspondents, in addition to reports from The Associated Press.

Cakeless days in Paris prompt national grumbles and wartime echoes

The piece notes flour shortages remove cake from Paris menus on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, sparking wider complaints about wartime austerity. It compares France’s mood to other nations and critiques society’s focus on production and work as a remedy for unrest. It also covers the National Association of Outdoor Showmen’s bid to remove fake sideshow attractions, warning patrons may be disappointed by their removal.

Paris France America National Association of Outdoor Showmen Chicago Borneo

Convention chatter swirls as GOP crowd eyes nominees

Abe Martin reports a cool Chicago morning ahead of the Republican convention. Talks swirl about Poindexter Watson and Kieles as possible standard bearers, with Wood facing scrutiny for Roosevelt ties. Wilson is denounced by delegates while tensions rise over Versailles and party unity.

Philander Sproul James E. Watson Penrose Thore J. Warren Kieles Ohio Johnson Watson Poindexter Versailles Lidhinoy Congresa Congress

Democratic Convention Snap Shots The Story of 16 Nominations

A. I. Vandenberg outlines the 1876 Democratic National Convention in St Louis. It details Tilden's delegate lead, two ballots to secure the nomination, and Hendricks as a candidate for vice president. The piece notes debates over reform, debt policy, and the narrow electoral victory for Hayes.

A. I. Vandenberg St. Louis Henry Watterson Kentucky John& McClernand Alleia Samuel J. Tilden New York Tilden Thonas A. Hendricks Indiana Geiiral Hancock Pennsylvania Wilat Adien Ohio Thomas F. Bay Wa Delaware Joel Parker New Jersey Thurman Tillen Kendricks Te Hancock Chedee Ropepines Hagon Vnte Iy Democratic Party

Masons Elect New Officers Tonight in Amarillo Lodge

The Amarillo lodge No 73 A F & A M will elect new officers at the water communication tonight at the o'clock. The new officers will be installed on St. John's Day, June 4. The annual report likely won’t be ready before end of June. All Master Masons are urged to attend.

Amarillo A. F A.M St. John's

Nunn Elected Officer at City National Bank

Directors and officers of City National Bank announced Lindsay Nunn as a new officer and associated with the bank. A jury commission was appointed by Judge Ray C. Johnson to prepare a jury list for the county court, with members R. W. Duren J. L. Summers and J. D. Stinson.

Lindsay Nunn City National City National Bank J. Lindsey Nunn J. M. Pritchard Nunn R. W Duren J. L. Summers J. D. Stinson Ray C. Johnson

Federal Employment Office to Open in Panhandle

A government employment service man will set up a desk in the Panhandle Plains Chamber of Commerce offices after June 20 to assist in securing harvest hands for the Panhandle. The agent will coordinate with the Fort Worth government office to bring in workers as needed, with a meeting for farmers and interested parties scheduled in the chamber rooms Saturday.

Br. Th Jamison Panhandle Plains

Mrs Shea's Wife Reported Seriously Ill In Kansas

Myre J. L. Shea wife of County Treasurer Shea is summoned to her mother’s bedside as she lies very ill at her western Kansas home.

Myre J. L. Shea Shea Kansas

Federal Court Jury Freed Until Monday Morning

The jury in Gray county vs J F Jones was dismissed until Monday at 10 oclock by Judge James C Wilson to end the drawn out case. Jurors could stay in Artile or return home and claim usual railroad mileage upon their return. The case concerns a road construction contract claimed by the defendant.

James C. Wilson Gray County J. F. Jones Wainu Kimbrough, Underwoml Jackson & Simpson Cray County Hendricks & Mood

Christian Endeavor Society Social Tonight at First Church

The Senior Christian Endeavor Society of the First Christian Church will host a church social this evening at o'clock. All members and friends are invited to attend at the church parlets. The announcement appears in the Sunday paper.

Christian Endeavor Society Christian Endeavor Socity First Christian Church

Parters and Wheat ers of the Panhandle

Amarillo Employment Co announces a call for 100 young men from Alabama arriving June 25 to assist with the wheat crop in East Texas. The agency has a decade of experience in supplying labor and urges farmers to call for help when needed.

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