Letter from Leslie Prescott to Ruth Burke continuation
A dramatic 1925 letter describes Syd’s brutal kidnapping and branding injuries in a barn. Jack, Zoe, and nurses attend him as Ruth reads of the squalid episode. Syd recalls overheard screams, a perilous night, and regret over not acting to save others. Tomorrow promises further revelations of the case.
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Leslie Prescott
Ruth Burke
Jack
Syd
Ruth
Zoe
Phil
Albany
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Contin
Amarillo Daily News History and Policy Notice
The Amarillo Daily News, morning edition, notes mergers with the Daily News and other papers, lists publishers and staff, and details circulation, subscription rates, and carrier delivery. It is a member of the Associated Press with a policy to correct erroneous reflections and publish notices promptly.
West Texas Chamber Plans Invite to Coolidge for Amarillo Convention
Cisco leader Coolidge R. Q. Lee, president of the West Texas Chamber of Commerce, says the 1926 Amarillo convention could be the greatest ever if President Coolidge attends. He notes Coolidge declined Mineral Wells first, but West Texas hopes for his presence. The Daily News backs a presidential visit as highly advisable.
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R. Q. Lee
Cisco
West Texas
Governor to Free 30 Negroes on Emancipation Day
Governor Ferguson plans to release about 30 black prisoners in honor of Emancipation Day June 19. The motives are disputed and the public is cautioned that a large convoy of convicts will be freed, with reasons varying from white population needs to questions of justice.
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Ferguson
Huntsville
Trains Could Soon Reach Higher Speeds, Says Canadian Report
P A Quarles of Amarillo cites a Canadian paper noting three trains averaged 68.8 mph on 224 miles from Windsor to Niagara Falls, taking 188 to 203 minutes, with speeds up to 112 mph on some sections. Experts say crossing eliminations are needed before such speeds become daily.
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P. A. Quarles
Amarillo
Windsor
Canada
Niagara Falls
News Model Home Opens at 2116 Hughes Street Amarillo
The Daily News invites Amarillo residents to the opening of a new Model Home at 2116 Hughes Street in Wolflin Place next Sunday. It promises an up-to-date, convenient design with no expense spared and expects widepublic interest as locals tour the home during inspections.
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Hughes Street
Wolflin Place
Amarillo
T. Amarillo
Amarillo Meat Push Aims At Local Demand Growth
The News argues Amarillo should become a meat ace center by encouraging consumption of locally slaughtered meat. Officials stress loyalty to source products from the Western Packing house and related local suppliers to boost regional meat production.
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Amarillo
Hatred Stirreth Up Strifes and Is Covered by Love
A compact proverb collection presents two maxims on hatred and forgiveness. The first asserts hatred fuels conflict yet a covering heals sins. The second cites ancient wisdom that hatred ends only through love, attributed to Buddha.
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Buddha
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Amarillo urged to demand local product for success
An Amarillo observer urges readers to support a packing house by demanding its products, while noting changing fashions like cel luloid collars and popular cigarettes. A Texas farmer killed his farm hand, and the piece playfully reflects local culture with comments on baseball peanuts and beverages through nine innings.
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Amarillo
Warren Stone A Stalwart Leader In Labor And Finance
Warren Stone rose from poverty to lead in labor circles and later the commercial world. He served as railroad fireman and engineer before heading the brotherhood and a labor bank, where his leadership boosted assets from a half million to a significantly higher level. His death draws widespread respect for a man of rare judgment and fidelity.
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Warren
Stone Denison Herald
Warren &. Stone
Stone
Brotherhood
Organized Labor Bank
Warren Stone
North Expedition Returns Wild Tale From Detroit Night
Mrs. Lide Gr describes a chaotic scene as a carband with mil pond appears in town and a man fired a shot before sunrise. ABE MARTIN notes the odd delivery and rumors of a missing passenger.
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Detroit
Flapper Gloria Seeks Love and Divorce Amid Dallas Turmoil
Gloria Gordon, a lively flapper, marries Dick Gregory a struggling lawyer. She avoids housework, racks up debts, and pursues flirtations with actor Stan Wayburn. After May Seymour visits with travel plans, Gloria contemplates divorce yet stays tied to Dick as May advises. May hints at his love for his secretary, while Gloria confronts loneliness and a haunting home life. The scene ends with Gloria cooking for her parents, lost in an uncertain future.
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Gloria Gordon
Dick Gregory
Gloria
Stanley Wayburn
New York
Susan Briggs
Miss Briggs
John Seymour
May
Jim Carewe
May Seymour
Dallas
London
Paris
Bombay
Glory
Aiu
Deartie
Stan Wayburn
Main Street
Mother
Gordon
Gpoi
Grega
Gregory
Susan Briges
Rubin Wins Suit Over Bank Notes Inch by Inch
The district court jury ruled for David Rubin in the Noel State Bank of Chicago suit seeking note collection. The notes were deemed forged or not Rubin's signature, prompting a verdict in his favor after a brief five minute deliberation.
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District Court
Noel State Bank of Chicago
David Rubin
Rubin
Inter-Club Field Meet Set at Amarillo Country Club
The Rotary Kiwanis Lions and American Business clubs schedule an inter-club field meet for Friday June 26 at Amarillo Country Club. About 20 events planned with play starting around 3 pm and a golf tournament likely starting earlier. Kiwanis to run a small member golf qualifier to choose their contestant.
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Rotary, Kiwanis, Lions and American Business Clubs
Amarillo Country Club
Kiwanis Club
American Gold Resuming Prewar Flow to Russia
Moscow reports remittances from Russians in America are climbing toward prewar levels after World War I. A bank in Moscow handled nearly $1,000,000 in remittances last month from the United States to Russia, with over 40 percent in rubles as Russian currency stabilizes. Russians abroad had preferred American dollars due to currency doubts, but trend is shifting.
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Associated Press
Moscow
United States
Soviet Russia
America
Russia
Women to Have Busy Summer at Wembley
London reports that Wembley exhibitions will feature extended women’s involvement led by Queen Mary with the Duchess of York and Princess Mary presiding. Aimed at expanding roles for women, the event includes a National Baby Week, a planned conference of women engineers, and a strong focus on the food section with household tips and demonstrations of labor saving devices.
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Associated Press
London
Wembley
Queen Mary
Duchess of York
Princess Mary
Daily News Crossword Puzzle Collection of three letter words
A dense crossword puzzle page features horizontal and vertical clues ranging two to eleven letters. The grid includes numerous word categories and decorative hints such as color, objects, animals, and places while noting an unrelated government proposal about standardizing a paving material and grading system for dealers.
Husbands of Famous Women Inspire a Man to Succeed
Cynthia Grey discusses Charles G Norris, husband of writer Kathleen Norris, who faced pride and jealousy yet pursued his own fame. He wrote Brass after his wife's success, proving a husband can carve his own path rather than seek divorce or resentment.
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Charles G. Norris
Kathleen Norris
Mother
Brass
Kathleen Nortis
Jane Doe
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