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Newspaper

Amarillo Daily News

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1934

Page

2

Candidates Draw for Positions on Ballot

County candidates last night drew for ballot spots to be submitted July 28. The Democratic executive committee met in the courthouse, set ballot fees from 25 to 150, and adjourned quickly. Multiple offices listed with contestants and precinct filings noted, ballots to be printed after fees are paid.

Democratic Executive Committee Court House C. Gibson T. M. Montgomeery Albert Randal Walter C. Irwin Roy D. Chase W. S. Birge Gibson FE. C. Nelson Ernest O. Northcutt Henry S. Bishop S. F. Rose Grady Hazlewood Charles Adkisson J. A. Kirkman R. E Bob” Wheeler Ben Smith Bill Adams Bill Thompson J. M. Simpson Ross M. Lambdin J. N. Riggs Reynold M. Gardner Fred E. Young Gordon Palmer Charles M. Holt John H. Winters Quincy Ford Percy Gibbs Frank Givens J. W. Minter H. E. Whelchel B. R. Clark Upton Jones B. L. Johnson Pleas G. Hisey C. W. Carder M. I. Huddleston J. L. King James A. Buckingham Dan Bough Gus Albright J. D. Burgess J. Capehart W. E. Barksdale

Nitrate Cargo Blaze Sinks Ship Spawns 58 Hour Drift

In a sea yarn from New Orleans a burning Norwegian freighter Knut Hamsun sank after nitrate cargo exploded aboard. Seventeen crewmen survived after leaping into lifeboats and drifting 58 hours before rescue by the Zacapa off Cuba. Captain Frick of Bergen recounts the peril and rescue details.

New Orleans Knut Hamsun Nicaragua Cuba David Frick Bergen Norway Walter Erickson George A. McBride McBride United Fruit Company Carilo New York Frick

Moral conscience cited as worse than crime surge

Dr. Joseph N. Dawson of Waco told about 200 delegates at a Texas prohibition gathering that the nation’s moral state rivals banditry and vice. He condemned repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment and warned that economic order cannot endure without a right character among citizens.

Houston Joseph N. Dawson Waco Dawson Anti-Saloon League Women’s Christian Temperance Union Emergency Dry Committee United Forces For Prohibition

Burial Rites Held for Ruben Vaughn

Last services for Ruben Jackson Vaughn aged 58 were held at 2:30 yesterday afternoon at Blackburn-Shaw Funeral Home. Dr J T McClure of Polk Street Methodist Church officiated. Pallbearers included W W Finch P H Coy W E Howes M A Padigo N G Wilson and M S Boyer Burial was in Memorial Park Cemetery. Vaughn died in a local hospital Saturday. He operated a cafe at 609 East Fourth Avenue.

Ruben Jackson Vaughn Blackburn-Shaw Funeral Home J. T. McClure Polk Street Methodist Church W. W. Finch P. H. Coy W. E. Howes M. A. Padigo N. G. Wilson M.S. Boyer Memorial Park Cemetery Vaughn East Fourth Avenue

George W Medley Dies in Fort Worth Rancher at 78

George W. Medley a longtime West Texas land holder and rancher died at his Fort Worth home Sunday at age 78. He previously lived at Clarendon and operated ranches across the Davis Mountains and in the Panhandle, starting 57 years ago and retiring 15 years ago.

George W. Medley West Texas Ft. Worth Clarendon Davis Mountains Panhandle

Stalkup Gun Fight May Reveal Crimes

Investigators in Lawton Oklahoma question Clarence Brown of Snyder Texas, an unwounded member of the trio of hoodlums involved in a Sunday confrontation near Medicine Park. Stalkup, a 54 year old ex carpenter, was killed while grabbing a rifle as officers closed in, and his son Virgil, also wounded, had escaped from a Texas prison farm near Huntsville in April.

Lawton Okla Clarence Brown Snyder Tex Medicine Park Brown 9. B. Stalkup Pritz McCarty Stalkup Virgil Texas Huntsville

U S May Yet Join Texas Independence Celebration

A congressional committee will decide this summer if the federal government should participate in Texas 1836 independence celebrations. The House earlier blocked a $5000 study panel but now approves the Senate measure authorizing the trip or participation.

U.S Texas Washington Lone Star House

Funeral Rites Held for Mrs Nellie Scarborough

Last services for Mrs. Nellie F Scarborough age 34 were held at Griggs Funeral Chapel with Rev. Robert Jones of the Church of Christ officiating. She was wife of John S Scarborough route man for the News Globe. Burial in Memorial Park Cemetery. Died Friday at a local hospital.

Nellie F. Scarborough Glock Griggs Funeral Robert Jones Church of Christ John S. Scarborough The News- Globe Memorial Park Cemetery Scarborough

Sea Pirates Nab British Officers

Chinese pirates raided the British steamer Shuntien between Taku and Chefoo and captured two British officers Lieutenants Luce and Field and three English passengers. The Admiralty announced the captives amid pursuit by the British destroyer Veteran and navy planes.

London U.P Taku Chefoo Admiralty Luce Field

Summer Dinner Menu and Era Recipes Card

Menu lists sliced roast beef asparagus salad mold salad dressing hot biscuits currant jam sliced peaches cream sour cream spice cookies iced coffee and a gelatin mold recipe. Directions cover dissolving gelatin with vinegar salt paprika and sugar, adding vegetables and pour into mold, chill and unmold on lettuce with dressing.

ABC TO SEND FOUR TO NATIONAL MEET

The American Business Club sends four members Burton, Eliott, Buck Weaver, Tom Durham, and A. O. Walker to the national A. B. C. convention in Danville Illinois. They were elected Friday and left for Chicago Saturday noon to participate in the three day gathering expected to run through the week end.

The American Business Club Danville Ill Burton , Eliott Buck Weaver Tom Durham A. O. Walker Chicago

Last rites held for Arthur G. Perry in Amarillo

Last services for Arthur G. Perry 34 were conducted at Blackburn Shaw Funeral Home with Rev. Robert C. Jones officiating. Burial followed at Memorial Park Cemetery. Survivors include his mother Julia Perry of Amarillo his father J P Perry of Snyder three brothers and two sisters. Residence was 1615 Monroe Street.

Arthur G. Perry Blackburn- Shaw Funeral Home Robert C. Jones Church of Christ Memorial Park Cemetery Julia Perry Amarillo J. P. Perry Snyder Perry Monroe Street

Clarendon Band to Attend Rally for Clint Small

Clarendon’s band will join the All Panhandle rally in Amarillo next Monday June 25 to celebrate Clint Small’s homecoming. Otis Caraway and Donley County campaign chairmen shared the plan with H G Frosty Hamrock, who runs Small headquarters. Donley County also plans a large delegation.

Clarendon Amarillo Clint Small Otis Caraway Donley County H. G. “Frosty Hamrock

Legion Auxiliary Meet Tonight With Dance Class Show

Hanson Post of the American Legion and the Legion Auxiliary hold their regular semi monthly meeting at 8 p m in Legion Home. The program features members of Mrs W W Hogan’s dancing class and the executive committee meets at noon in the Red Room of the Herring Hotel chaired by Charles Hoppin.

Hanson Post The American Legion the Legion Auxiliary W. W. Hogan Legion Home Red Room Herring Hotel Charles Hoppin

Citrus Industry Chooses McKay as Co-ordinator

The national orange and grapefruit committees agreed on A. C. McKay, farm administration economist, as co ordinator for the citrus industry. The decision was reached in Washington tonight.

Washington Orange and Grapefruit A. C. McKay Farm Administration

Gyil Appeals in Seventh District Court of Civic Appeals

Proceedings before the Court of Civic Appeals at Amarillo list cases with actions including mandates without costs, rehearings, certifications, and dismissals. Several items note reversals, remands, or postponements, covering parties such as Texas Employers Association, Roy E. Elliott, J K Tidmore, Mrs W S Smart, Cora Hood Payne, L J Ivey, E S Burgess, Addie Stott Smith, Thomas R Stott, Owen M Murray, Otto Jones, John A Hollams, Panhandle Construction Co, Panhandle Equitable Bldg & Loan Assn, W M Pevehouse, Lubbock National Bank, and Volunteer State Life Insurance Co.

Court of Civic Appeals For Amarillo Texas Employers Association Roy E. Elliott Western Union Telegraph Co J. K. Tidmore Commercial Investment Trust, Inc W. S. Smart Dallas Joint Stock Land Bank Cora Hood Payne Laura Loden E. S. Burgess Potter Addie Stott Smith Thomas R. Stott Hemphill Fidelity Bldg. & Loan Assn Owen M. Murray Floyd H. C. Glenn Otto Jones Lamb John A. Hollams Panhandle Construction Co Martha Shireman Lubbock Equitable Bldg. & Loan Assn W. M. Pevehouse Lubbock National Bank

Plymouth Dealers Hear Aggressive Summer Plans Here

The Plymouth Motor Corporation outlined its summer advertising and merchandising plans to 69 Dodge De Soto and Chrysler dealers and salesmen in town. It reported three years of progress giving Plymouth the top gains in the low price field with year to date retail sales more than double last year. The meeting, led by H. M. Russell, noted record dealer growth and announced plans for the largest campaign of the season in the corporation’s history.

Plymouth Motor Corporation Dodge de Soto Chrysler Plymouth Plymouth Corporation H. M. Russell

Magazine Editor In Dallam Survey

Eugene Butler editor of Progressive Farmer plans a Dalhart visit Tuesday to survey Dallam County resources. He will inspect the shallow water irrigation belt, the potential federal homestead subsistence project, the U S experiment farm nearby, and assess anticultural and livestock resources in the area.

Dalhart Eugene Butler Progressive Farmer Southern Agricultural Magazine R. T. Les Dallam County U. S. Experiment Farm

Rogers 10 Address Democrats Tonight

Mayor Ross D. Rogers addresses the Young Democrats at 8 in the county court room to discuss organization plans for the state and nation. Arrangements for the Victory Banquet and Ball next Monday will be made at the meeting. Tom Seay urged all members to attend and the public is welcome.

Ross D. Rogers Tom Seay Young Democrats

Court Submissions Scheduled for October 15 1934

Civil actions listed include Co. vs O W Sumner and Cora Hood Payne vs Crosby with submission set for October 15 1934. Other cases include Arthur B Kreis vs Lizzie Kreis from Childress R B Hicks vs Alice Lindsey Smith from Crosby and Huddleston vs Wheeler Lumber from Crosby.

United States Fidelity & Guaranty Co Carson

Cystex Claims Quick Help for Kidney and Bladder Ailments

Advert reads that thousands suffer from kidney and bladder issues find relief with Cystex. It promises rapid 15 minute action to flush acids and wastes, soothe membranes, and restore vitality with a doctor’s prescribed formula. Money back guarantee if not effective, available at druggists.

Armstrong Sheriff Receives New Machine Gun

Claude June 18 Sheriff T F Brunson has received a new machine gun for the Armstrong County department. The weapon was purchased by the Armstrong County commissioners court and Brunson reports being highly pleased with its operation.

Claude T. F. Brunson Armstrong County Commissioners’ Court

Tractor oil price rise noted at 20 to 25 cents

A brief price report lists tractor oil advancing from 20 to 25 cents per gallon, with 1900 West 3rd Street given as the contact or location reference for the listing.

Pyramount and the Best Bank Night Picture Shown

The item highlights Pyramount as presenting the best bank night picture in the program's lineup. Local theatergoers are invited to attend to witness the feature touted as a standout with audience appeal and strong production values.

Dallas Man Near Death After Case Shooting Breaks

V My Medford 30 was near death in a Dallas hospital from wounds after a case shooting last night. Aaron Munzesheimer 36 surrendered to officers following the fray. Minnie Cotemeglia cafe employee said the two men argued and Medford displayed a knife.

Dallas U.P V. My Medford Medford Aaron Munzesheimer Minnie Cotemeglia Cafe Employe

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FE. L. Smith John Crudgington Ruby McSpadden O'Malley Ruth Matthews Stine H. B. Callahan James “Jim” Bowen W. E. “Ted” Blackburn Jewell Davidson Houston Taylor William Burt Daws Boxwell Brothers Chapel J. C. Sisemore Tabernacle Baptist Church Jim Chilton Frank Wallace R. L. Grispy Leonard Wright H. L. Mauldin Fred Wayled Daws North Polk Street Matthew “Bones” Hooks Amarillo Negro Clemmie Daws A. O. Daws Earl Daws Travis Daws Thurman Daws Ed Glines D. H. Brown Clecy Daws R. G. Daws San Antonio L. A. Stevens Los Angeles Ruben Vaughn Fort Worth Mrs Nellie Scarborough Mrs. Alexander George X Ara Ask Ub Saisie Lief ALTOS Loney ABC Arthur Perry Legion, Auxiliary Gyil Citizens National Bank Volunteer State Life Insurance Co B. H. Robinson, Et al Lynn Volunteer State Life Insurance Harley Sadler Morton 4Th and Jefferson Roy E. Fox City Drug Dallam Rogers E. J. Cobb BE. C. Brand Gray C. E. Fletcher L L King Childress Pancho Villa Wallace Beery Celia Villa Schedule Norma Shearer Rex Iptide LO Lead Dan Thomas George Scarbo Hollywood Andi Gaynor Armstrong Atlantic Seaboard Sargasso Sea Louisiana MeeTeuDe Michael C-15 Wheaton Pyramount Position of the Treasury Woucalier Alan Pe Baer Carnera Nera Bill Roberson FOX Movietone Jan Garber Municipal Auditorium Lou Palmer Fritz Heilbron Rudy Rudisill Lee Bennett City Auditorium NAT Dance Palace Lois Black Globe News City Drug Store Tri-State Fair Wilburn Hawk D. L. Taylor
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