Three-Block Park Proposal Sparks Downtown Debate
A reader urges immediate planning of a downtown park on a three-block area between Polk and Tyler, proposing a project that could top any city park in size. The letter praises progress and even hints at higher taxes to fund such a development while noting the nam esigned as T Netto Rednow is a reversible joke.
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Polk
Tyler
Samatte
T. Netto Rednow
General Delivery
Amarillo
Postmistresses Honored in Panhandle Letters and Service
The newspaper salutes two Panhandle postmistresses, Mrs. Montie Moss of Sanford and Mrs. Tempest Adams of Skellytown, for exceptional service. Moss promoted the Sanford Stinnett pony express project during National Letter Writing Week, 1955 and 1956, and Adams has run Skellytown’s post office for 14 years with high efficiency. The piece notes their unique first names and broader ties to art and adventure in postal work.
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H. A. Beushausen
South Jackson
Post Office Department
Neve
Panhandle
Montie Moss
Sanford
Tempest Adams
Skellytown
Moss
Sanford- Stinnett Pony Express
Montie
Litter basket shaped like coal scuttle showcased
In a compact piece a rubber flat litter basket in gold color is described. Hugh Smith of Oklahoma City, representing an Ohio rubber company, presents the item with a hook for hanging in a car. A plant sign warns If it works it’s obsolete.
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Hugh Smith
Oklahoma City
Ohio Rubber Company
Jet Stream Explained How It Brings Moisture to Panhandle
Daily News describes the jet stream as a high speed air river 10 to 50 miles wide and 1,000 to 3,000 feet deep. H C Winburn of the Weather Bureau notes its west to east flow mostly above 30,000 feet and occasional dips. The piece links the phenomenon to wartime bomber paths and predicts a wet year for 1957.
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H. C. Winburn
U.S. Weather Bureau
Amarillo Air Terminal
Okinawa
Antarctica
Weather Jets Drive Above Normal Rain in Panhandle
In January the jet streams ran near Amarillo latitude causing above normal precipitation. The streams steer high and low pressure, with lows following the jet. during the drought the jets kept low pressures north of the Panhandle, shaping the weather.
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Amarillo
Winburn
Dreath
Panhandle
Nuclear Bomb Accident Near Florence Damages Homes
An Air Force B47 accidentally dropped an unarmed nuclear weapon near Florence South Carolina. No explosion or radiation occurred though TNT created a large hole and damaged six houses and a church. Authorities cordoned the area while experts checked for contamination.
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Florence
S. C
Air Force
Here
Snow Storm Promised 2–3 Inch Cover Across Golden Spread
A storm system moving from the Panhandle Tuesday night was forecast to bring 2 to 3 inches of snow to most of the Golden Spread by morning. The resulting winter weather prompted travel cautions and school closures in affected areas.
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Panhandle
Weather and incident notes from Amarillo and surrounding areas
The U S Weather Bureau forecasts moderate to heavy snow with a 29 degree high and 20 degree low, tracing a storm from Amarillo to Clayton and Guymon with several inches of snow. highways become hazardous but open. Six injured in related incidents, including four children, with non fatal head injuries and debris related cuts. An Air Force official downplays nuclear danger but notes potential contamination risk if a weapon detonates. ordnance experts are dispatched to assess and address any area contamination.
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U.S. Weather Bureau
Amarillo Air Terminal
James Brady
Strategic Air Command Public Information
Omaha
Neb
Brady
Amarillo
Panhandle
South Plains
Banner Year For Insurance Is Reported
The Associated Press notes Texas based insurers posted a banner 1957 with record gains in premiums assets and in force insurance. American National declared a 3 780 000 cash dividend and 10 percent stock dividend as Dallas firms report brighter 1958 prospects. United Fidelity Life Great Southwest Life Southland Life cited strong growth and multiple records.
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Associated Press
American National Insurance Co
American National
Mississippi
Dallas
U. S
Cedric Burgher
United Fidelity Life Insurance Co
Great Southwest Life Insurance Co
D. A. Childre
Dan C Williams
Southland Life Insurance
Estate Life seeks to bolster assets in stay of receivership
Estate Life Insurance Co of Amarillo wins a 24 hour reprieve as Insurance Commissioner William Harrison delays insolvency ruling to Wednesday. Stockholders cut capital by 80 percent adding 400000 to assets while Realty deed transfers Canyon highway land adding up to 346090. Simpson and Fred Phillips will meet Republic National Life officials in Dallas to seek reduced security on a loan.
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Austin
Estate Life Insurance Co. of
Amarillo
William A. Harrison
Amarillo Company
Possi
Ficials
Republic National Life Insurance Co
Dallas
Republic On Estate Life
Estate Development Co
Canyon Highway
Texas Bank Deposits Jump in March Spring Totals
Texas bank deposits rose in March with Midland setting a new record of 8,101,755 above last spring and Odessa near its October peak. Total deposits reached 104,046,003 statewide, with several cities showing spring gains despite some minor declines.
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Odessa
West
Texas
U. S
San Antonio
Port Arthur
Denton County
Plainview
Snyder
Cooke County
Dr George Benson lecture highlighted by Texas businessmen dinner
Dr George Benson, noted advocate of American free enterprise, will address Panhandle Chapter of the Texas Manufacturers Association at a Crystal Ballroom dinner in Amarillo on Friday at 7 p.m. Reservations are $3. He will also speak Friday morning to the Northwest Texas Conference for Education.
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George Benson
Crystal Ballroom
Herring Hotel
American Free Enterprise
Benson
Panhandle
Texas Manufacturers Association
Abbott Sues Costello Over Film TV Series Dispute
Bud Abbott sues Lou Costello for $222000 in a TV film series dispute. Abbott alleges Costello promised $390000 for 52 half hour films made five years ago and that only $167000 has been paid. The duo split 15 months ago after major box office success.
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Los Angeles
Bud Abbott
Lou Costello
Abbott
Costello
Rep. John Dempsey Dies in Washington
Washington reports Representative John J. Dempsey, 78, of New Mexico, died today after contracting a virus infection. Aides said complications developed following the illness.
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Rep
John Dempsey
Washington
Washington, D.C
John J. Dempsey
New Mexico
Man Sought in Embezzlement at State Theater
A warrant was issued for Ken Maynard Dowd 21 assistant manager of the State Theater 503 Polk on a charge of embezzling 900 from Sunday matinee and night receipts to be deposited Sunday night in a Amarillo bank Dowd is at large last listed Amarillo address 212 NE 9th The loss was reported by Grady Wilson State Theater manager and Jack King Amarillo Interstate Theaters city manager.
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Ken Maynard Dowd
Polk
Dowd
Amarillo
9Th
Grady Wilson
Jack King
Spending and tax cut proposals spur action in Washington
In Washington a report of 5,173,000 unemployed sparked debate on tax cuts and public works as answers to the recession. Eisenhower delayed a tax-cut proposal, plans a Wednesday meeting with economic advisers, and a Tuesday Cabinet discussion on the tax picture. Democratic leaders McCormack and Harris urged 16 week unemployment aid. Senate Public Works backed faster civil projects. Chavez introduced a five year public works bill of 14.219 billion dollars focusing on dams, flood control, irrigation and power. Johnson resolution passed 9 to 1 after amendment.
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Washington
House
McCormack
Massachusetts
Harris
Kansas
Sen. Chavez
D-Nm
Johnson
Francis Case
Polk Street Spectacular Creates Amarillo Fashion Festival
Amarillo chamber plans a spring fashion festival on Polk Street March 20 with 60 new cars on display. The city will close blocks after 5 30 p m for traffic and parking while cross streets stay open. Windows will be veiled until 7 p m with prizes of 50 30 and 20 for best displays and area queen contests planned with a coronation at the Paramount Theater.
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Amarillo
Paramount Theater
Joe Poole
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