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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1933
Page
2
The article notes a crowded outer reception area for Governor Miriam A. Ferguson with visitors clustering daily since her inauguration. Her husband James E. Ferguson had to ask callers to depart to allow her to work, illustrating the heavy demand on the governor’s time and attention.
Secretary Henry A. Wallace warned the world may see U S wheat dumped on markets if Australia Argentina and Canada do not curb production This spurred a surge in September wheat futures at Chicago and Kansas City with prices near 80 cents and a potential rise toward 1 a bushel amid fears of an expanding surplus and ongoing international talks.
In Cleburne on June 21 the trial of J. D. Martin for the death of his wife last August 7 reached a jury tonight. The former Grandview resident faces murder charges as the case proceeds in court.
Bob Andrews, Amarillo Water Works distribution chief, sends postcard views of the Old Heidelberg Inn to water department staff at city hall. The Inn seats 4000, includes a Student Prince Room and a basement named after a famous old world institution. In Clovis, N M, June 21, W C Tharp leads a tour urging formation of a new Socialist linked party in New Mexico.
Clovis designated as recruiting center for nine New Mexico counties to select veterans for the Civilian Conservation Corps. Seventy five New Mexico veterans are eligible.
A brown leather suitcase was lost from a tourist’s auto between town and 20 miles north on Highway 385. It belonged to W. O. Poe of Longview Washington and contained clothing for Mr. and Mrs. Poe and their two children. Identifying items included a light pink silk dress and a German razor with a celluloid handle. The owner asked for its return via the News-Globe and offered a small reward.
Health unit inspectors in Amarillo launch a campaign against small dairies selling milk without permits or herd inspections. The drive shifts focus from fruit and vegetable rules to dairy enforcement as violators face court fines. Dairy inspector Lewis Dodson testifies in corporation court with Howard Ganns assisting.
Potter County reports May auto registrations reached 121, beating the previous 116 record and including 17 commercial sales. The county tax collector notes 114 registrations in April and urges timely payment of the second half property taxes with penalties starting July 1. Delinquent payments are steadily arriving, per Miss Jewell Davidson.
The jury in Frank Lamar's case failed to reach a verdict after he pleaded guilty to automobile theft and requested a suspended sentence in 47th District Court. Lamar admitted stealing a car from William Parnell, a Western Union messenger, as details emerged from the late session. Another defendant, Lily Plymale, was found guilty of possession of 221 pints of beer for sale, with a one year penitentiary term suspended, following a sheriff raid at 200 North Taylor Street.
The Roland B. Hays Harmony Club presents a benefit concert at Mount Zion Baptist Church tonight at o'clock featuring spirituals classical pieces and popular tunes. Singers include Roberta Gipson Ruth Pettis Drucilla Gregg Olivia Frazier Allie Mae Ramsey Dr. F D Ramsey M P Hines D D Moore Sherwood Moore William Isaac Theressa Curry with Kathryn Hines as accompanist and director. Admission is charged and seats are reserved for white attendees.
Mrs. Clara Willson, 74, died Monday night at her daughter's home in Amarillo. Interment was in the Clovis cemetery following funeral services in Amarillo. Also included is an old home remedy advising onion juice and sun exposure to remove scorch stains from white fabrics.
In Austin June 21 the Court of Criminal Appeals issues include affirmations of multiple defendants such as Gilbreth Sherman Cruz Conner Chaney Parker and others, reversals and remands of Horton, dismissals for escape and at appellant's request, and motions for rehearing submitted by numerous appellants and the state.
The judge of the Court of Criminal Appeals, F. L. Hawkins, walked the capitol rotunda as the Texas legislature buzzed with activity. A watchman reported Senate plans to adjourn next Tuesday and House replies that completion would take until Thursday because five bills remained to be finished.
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