Red Cross drive heartily boosted by Amarillo volunteers
A March Red Cross fund drive in Amarillo fell short of its 87 000 quota with less than half the amount raised and low business participation. The piece recalls a 1930s surge to meet a goal and notes ongoing needs for home service and emergency aid for air base families. It highlights unsolicited gifts, a 75 year old man delivering a check, and praise for voluntary giving.
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Moon and Back For $2 Billion Short Life Seen For Explorer II
Cape Canaveral reports Explorer II a Moon shaped satellite launched by Jupiter C faces a short life. Officials say its erratic orbit could bring it down within days to as little as 100 miles above Earth.
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U.S
Thunderstorms and hail pelt North Plains and Amarillo area
A Wednesday night weather burst hit the North Plains and Central Panhandle with scattered showers and a brief Vega hail event. Deputy Wheeler reported soft hail about half dollar size caused no damage as moisture reached .15 inch and skies cleared by 10 p.m. In Amarillo, several locales reported rain and lightning with 29 inches logged by 11:40 p.m. Microwave at KVN TV struck by lightning halted broadcasts.
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Central Panhandle
Vega
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Garland Wheeler
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Amarillo
Amarillo Air Terminal
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Community notes on curriculum study meeting and local growth
Amarillo and Lubbock metropolitan area population figures are cited with growth trends from 1940 to 1957. A 7:30 pm school committee report session invites parents despite claimed unwelcoming atmosphere. Jaywalking costs cited. nominee Imogene Benton for postmistress honors questioned by friends.
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Eisenhower space plan outlines moon cost and goals
President Eisenhower and the Space Science Advisory Committee present a four thousand word summary on outer space. They estimate sending a man to the moon would cost about two billion dollars and emphasize peaceful use of space and scientific benefits for mankind.
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James R. Killian
Oscars Awarded Joan Woodward Alec Guinness River Kwai
Joan Woodward and Alec Guinness win Oscars for performances linked to The River Kwai. The awards highlight notable acting in a year marked by acclaimed cinema.
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Alec Guiness
River Kwai
What's Your Taste in Heroes Poll Results on Page Editorial
Nationwide poll results on the editorial page explore public opinion on heroes with data and insights. The item notes a tip for teachers to test students and directs readers to page 24 for further details.
Potter County Spelling Champ Bill Melin Tops Field
Bill Melin, 11, son of Mr and Mrs Eddie Melin of 1019 street, is named top speller in Potter County elementary schools after outspelling rivals including Riseduenes and Basmsor.
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Potter County
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Milam Wins Junior Spelling Bee at McKinley School
Milam, in fifth grade at Bivins School, won the Junior Spelling Bee held Wednesday at McKinley School. Runner-up was Deane Watson Jr., sixth grader at Coronado School, son of Mr. and Mrs. Deane Watson of 3412 Milam.
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Olsen Park
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Policyholders Face Losses If Estate Life Fails
Texas policyholders confront possible partial loss as state receivers liquidate Estate Life Insurance, seeking to reinsure policies. Officials warn safeguards are uncertain, with $300000 needed to restore losses and 150000 more for operating costs. Estate Life assets, including real estate, are up for sale while efforts to find solvent buyers continue.
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Pampa Businessmen Give Story to High School
Local merchants fund a high school project titled The American Way to be presented tomorrow. Community leaders and students collaborate on the program, aiming to promote civic ideals through youth expression.
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Pantex Drives Red Cross Campaign Success
Lt. Col. Marvin J. Bruedigam led Pantex personnel in a Red Cross drive showing 96 percent membership and raising 1468.98 dollars. The sum was given to campaign chairman Stanley Crowe by plant manager John C. Drummond, reflecting broad support from Army Ordnance Corps Atomic Energy Commission and contractor staff at the Amarillo northeast installation.
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Amarillo Forecast Highlights Cloudiness and Showers
The U S Weather Bureau reports Amarillo and Panhandle areas will see morning clouds give way to partly cloudy skies with little temperature change. High near 58 Thursday. Friday partly cloudy with isolated showers or thundershowers. Overnight, no major temperature shifts expected and sunset at 7 04 p m. Red Cross volunteers in Amarillo discuss veteran rehabilitation and civil defense disaster cooperation with officials and chapters from the Panhandle region.
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Bob Rose
Evening TV Schedule Highlights for KGNC
KGNC TV colorcast lists The Vagabond at 2 p.m. Tic Tac Dough at 6 30 p.m. Salvatore Baccaloni guest of Rosemary Clooney at 9 p.m. Program times indicate a varied afternoon and evening lineup with featured guest appearances.
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Rosemary Clooney
Potter County Hale-Aikin subcommittee meets at Amarillo High
A Potter County Hale-Aikin program subcommittee meeting is set for 7 30 p m at Amarillo High School Cafeteria to hear an additional school program report. Mrs J W Collins urges public attendance and participation. The group will also meet on April 10 with further findings presented at county general meetings on April 9 and 23 chaired by Herbert O Willborn.
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J. W. Collins
Herbert O. Willborn
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Hale- Aikin Committee
Weather readings from Amarillo period in 1958 report
The record notes 73 sunny days in 85 in Amarillo for 1958 with comparative readings at 3 PM on Wednesday. Wind speeds reach 21 MPH with visibility 10 miles and partly cloudy skies. Houston 8 MPH 10 miles, Dallas 6 MPH 5 miles, Oklahoma City 17 MPH 12 miles, all partly cloudy.
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Alaska Statehood Fight May Move to Side Track
Alaska statehood backers face a delay as House Rules Committee meets Thursday to consider bills admitting Alaska as the 49th state. Public opinion favors statehood, but Eisenhower administration and key Texas Democrats show limited pressure, risking another stall in Congress.
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