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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1944
Page
8
Democratic leaders claim Dewey Bricker will fail as the GOP ticket mirrors the 1932 1936 and 1940 platforms and lacks experience. Senators and representatives predict victory for Roosevelt if renominated while praising Dewey as an experiment against a seasoned administration.
Gov. Thomas E. Dewey of New York won the Republican presidential nomination at the Chicago convention by a 1056 to 1 vote and Ohio's John W. Bricker received the vice presidential nod. Delegates rallied behind a unified East Midwest ticket as Willkie sent congratulations by radio. Dewey accused the New Deal of absolutism while Bricker urged defeating it.
Virginia Adkins deputy county clerk received the Lone White Flower from Bones Hooks at the county courthouse. He praised her courtesy to customers and service in the Clerk's office as a Panhandle tradition honoring valued contributors. Adkins called the honor one of the swellest she has ever received and expressed pride in the gesture.
Officials at Marshall ordered an inquiry into the death of E G O Quinn of Tyler. One daughter Mrs Jeff Stringer of 1603 Taylor Street was summoned to Marshall to help identify the body. The deceased was an employee of the M K T Railway and is survived by a widow two daughters and two sons.
British forces under General Montgomery pressed to the Orne River near Caen, forcing German reactions in turmoil. Across Caen front, nine German tank counterattacks were beaten off as British tanks overran gun positions and pushed toward Evrecy, with Grainville Sur Odon and Marcelet secured and a major crossing of the Odor achieved.
Chester Lake, longtime Rural Electrification Administration field representative, resigns as his $5,800 annual post ends. He vows to fast until REA becomes independent again. He plans to rest after his last day, while his wife may push fruit juices if he weakens.
Dallas June 28 Marvin Jones War Foods Administrator said more food has been produced in the last three years than in any three year period and with fewer people on farms He noted large cattle hog and egg production and more potatoes and poultry He cited over 20 billion dollars in gross farmer income and praised continued support prices as tremendously valuable for three years after hostilities end
In Alexandria on June 28 1930 Gus Voetz city judge of seven years surrendered to parish authorities after attorney Lee Novo shot dead in the business district following an argument over $4 Novo recently restored to practice after bar suspension allegedly threatened to collect the debt Novo was shot by Voetz who was with Chief of Police George Gray Novo suffered two chest wounds and one abdomen wound A coroner s jury was summoned to investigate the case
Thousands of AFL unionists strike in Toledo to protest two inspectors and paralyze public transit. Union votes to keep the strike until inspectors are removed while maintenance crews return. Arbitration talks held with City Manager as 350 members refuse to operate most streetcars and buses, though buses for Rossford Ordnance Plant and Packard Co. continue.
Mrs George M. Dewey, mother of Gov Thomas E Dewey of New York, struggled to hold back tears as her son was nominated for president at the Republican National Convention in Chicago. She praised Gov Bricker after he withdrew, calling him a great man and a sincere Republican.
Gov. Coke R. Stevenson on recommendation of the Board of Pardons and Paroles commuted Ramon G. Munoz in Bexar County from death to life imprisonment for the slaying of Rolfo Rojo. Munoz had been due for execution on July 2. a 30 day stay was granted for William Johnson of Paette County, with a new date set for August 27.
June 30 is the deadline for payment of the last half of property taxes, county tax assessor Frank Hoyt says. He notes penalties and trouble can be avoided by paying on time and that most taxes are coming in but a few remain unpaid.
Lee Satterwhite who toured Amarillo for his campaign has led printing and manufacture of cigarette revenue stamps in Texas. He is not involved in enforcement, which lies with the state comptroller's office.
The Army announced that the first German prisoners captured in Normandy have arrived at an eastern U.S. port and were sent to prison camps. The exact number was not disclosed.
Washington reports July 27 sales of 3.569 billion dollars in war bonds, the largest single day in any War Loan drive. Since June 12 the Fifth Drive has raised 9.374 billion dollars, 59 percent of the 16 billion goal. Individual buyers total 2.313 billion, corporations and non banking investors 7.051 billion, with War Finance Director Ted R Gamble urging continued support.
Notice to Mrs. Blanche Baldwin of 1611 Madison Street reports the death of her son Staff Sgt. Ray G. Baldwin in action in Europe on November 29 1943. He served as a gunner on a B 17 with the 19th Bombardment Group after transfers via Java and the U S. training. Survivors include his mother two sisters Helen and Hope Baldwin of Amarillo and his father W F P Baldwin of San Mateo California.
About 240 junior and senior girls completed summer home projects and displayed work at a Senior High School achievement night. The event featured the Speer Trio, exhibits of canned fruits and vegetables, handmade clothing, and home redecorations. Teachers Miss Worley and several Mrs. and Misses supervised. each participant spent 135 hours for half credit next fall.
College Station June 28 President Gibb Gilchrist said there are no major changes contemplated in Texas A and M extension organization. He emphasized that extension workers will be consulted on any potential changes as 500 agents and specialists attended a refresher conference. Acting Extension Director J D Precit noted the service is the nation’s largest with over 1200 employees.
The Associated Press notes changes to ration charts affecting goods and schedules. Officials review the updates for citizens and retailers as the rationing framework adjusts.
A blaze late at 10:45 last night destroyed one car and scorched another in the garage of Lewis Feferman at 3900 Cheyenne Terrace. The burned car belonged to Mrs. Minnie Solomson, Feferman’s daughter. Firemen say the fire started in a car, possibly from a short circuit. The garage and servant’s quarters were damaged, with items in the quarters also affected. Lights were out after wires and the light meter were burned.
Rome reports the annual presentation of a medal depicting Pope Pius in prayer with kneeling Romans was cancelled by church authorities. A Vatican statement said a new medal would be issued later to show the pope as protector and savior of Rome, with June 29 feast celebrations noted.
Dr. G Welton Gross physician and surgeon announces office opening at 411 Oliver Eakle Building with phone numbers 2 5828 and 2 4626. The notice emphasizes new location and contact for patient appointments and consultations.
Allied forces under General MacArthur push 80 miles in 28 days from Bunabun harbor toward Wewak, advancing to the Sepik River mouth less than 200 miles from Yank invaders at Aitape. Hansa Bay fell June 15 with large booty and 90 Chinese workers liberated.
Gladys Seewald of 505 East Fifth Avenue died at 8:45 p.m. in a local hospital after a life in Amarillo. Survived by her mother Mrs P H Seewald four Amarillo sisters and three brothers. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and the Junior League. Body at N B Griggs and Sons funeral home awaiting funeral arrangements.
Mrs. Marcele Ellouise Harvey 26 died at 10 30 p m in St Anthony Hospital from a gunshot wound to the abdomen suffered at her home 08 North Polk Street The shotgun with an exploded shell lay beside her The only other resident was her six year old son Arthur Lewis Harvey who ran to Harvey's Service Station to summon his father Survivors include her husband the 6 year old son her parents Mr and Mrs N Thurman of Amarillo and a seven month old son Nelson Dewey She had lived in Amarillo 11 years The body rests at Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home awaiting funeral arrangements
New York report dated June 28 cites London radio quoting Swedish patches that Finance Minister Vaino Tanner has resigned. It says the Social Democrats and Swedish Peoples Party caucused to oppose President Risto Ryti's move to hand Finland to the Germans. The NBC broadcast says the two largest parties repudiated the German alliance and called the government a puppet regime lacking popular support.
June 28 report notes Thomas A. Dewey as the seventh presidential nominee material, listing past nominees and wins by Van Buren Cleveland Roosevelt Roosevelt and others. It also recalls 19th and early 20th century election outcomes and cites 1943 government requisition of 26.5 million pounds of canned sardines, about 55 percent of a 47 million pound catch.
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