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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1930
Page
1
In Delhi and Bombay violence flared as crowds clashed with police forces. Troops and armored cars were deployed to quell unrest, leaving several relatives dead and many seriously wounded. The Government authorized stronger police presence nationwide after scenes of chaos and protests.
Reported in downtown Oklahoma City a 24 year old Ralph Mearadon of Poethontas Ark was killed by a woman after an argument in a rooming house. The assailant said she ordered a drink and fired during the dispute. The case notes indicate another juror later died in Beaumont Texas during a damage suit. verdicts were left to remaining jurors.
In Dallas Courtroom May 6, Judge A Pippin ordered 200 taletsen brought into court for the second major trial of John W Brady of Austin. Three jurors were accepted for service Alvin O'Brien 43 former publisher now printer Ri 1M Brantley and Browne. The selection followed questioning with the state noting a schoolteacher who played a minor role in a theater production as a potential issue.
Jacksonville Florida reports two water site parcels sold to Toquua in a midweek city deal. The poorly legible article mentions Ernest Silt of Amarillo and city petitions for Fillmore street expansion, with scattered notes on contracts and access rights.
Washington May 6 Senate faces a tight vote on the Parker nomination to the Supreme Court. Three key senators appear pivotal, with party lines and personal influence shaping the outcome. Debates focus on alleged offers and political pressure as confirmation hinges on a narrow margin.
Weather forecast for Amarillo and vicinity includes light winds and mild temperatures. Period covers the morning through afternoon with a chance of isolated showers. Public advisory notes caution for sudden gusts and cooler evening conditions.
New York May 6. About six months ago a 18 year old social figure entered into a stage agreement after appearing on Fifty Million Frenchmen on Broadway. The contract tied his future to a display of talent, but the district ended with the mother’s death and renewal disputes. The brother and family pressed on as the show advanced.
The plan commission approved a contract with Major Wood for drawing up a city plan. His services will cost up to 6400 dollars with a daily rate not to exceed the specified lump sum. Names of commissioners and Major Wood were noted on the contract.
President Hoover on May 6 sent the nomination of Thomas L. Bryan as post master of Matador to the Senate for confirmation. The bulletin notes Bryan's long involvement with local civic groups and his plan to modernize mail handling in the area. The report mentions regional ties to Dallas and Oklahoma, reflecting cross state community links.
In Columbus on May 6 a woman killed seven children by setting fire as they slept, then died by her own action. Police say the woman was the sole supporter of the family and the tragedy occurred late in the afternoon, with the children dying one after another.
Tornadoes swept central Texas near Waco Frost and nearby counties, killing at least 53 with dozens injured. Destruction spread to Kenedy Kenedy area and San Antonio region as homes, farms, and the Frost school were wrecked. a temple at Pegu Rangoon suffered massive damage in Burma amid broader disaster reports.
Population data from Canyon and surrounding towns indicate a substantial rise, with the Canyon area reporting a gain around sixty eight percent. The figures reference precincts in Medina and other counties, noting incorporation statuses and comparison to nearby Brownwood and other locales.
An OCR fragmented ad appears to solicit quick cash through listings for items like a white elephant and services such as hiring help or renting rooms. The wording is garbled but implies a want ad seeking buyers or assistants with unclear specifics.
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