Letter From Leslie Prescott To The Little Marquise
A fragment from 1925 continues the tale of a society gathering filled with hidden tensions and shifting loyalties. The narrator senses undercurrents between Jack and Sydney, suspects a letter exchange, and fears discovery as she dances to keep calm. Tomorrow’s installment promises further revelations.
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Leslie Prescott
Ner
Jack
Syd
Zoe Ellington
Sally Atherton
Sally
Sholder
Amarillo Daily News Debuts Early Morning Edition
Amarillo Daily News markets itself as the only morning paper in Amarillo country serving the Panhandle of Texas and nearby regions. It reports merged acquisitions from Bally Panhandie on July 3, 1921 and Tuy Tribune on March 80 1928, noting telegraphic dispatches and Associated Press affiliation.
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Bally Panhandie
Daily News
Tuy Tribune
ED Nunn
Moni So Se Winsich
David M. Warren
Dior
Eeereee
Listh
Fillmore Streets
Amarillo
Panhandle
Texas
New Mexico
Colorado
Westearn
Oklahoma
Denver
Dallas
Fort Worth
Oklahoma City
Public Corrections Policy in The News Columns
Editorial note states The News will correct any erroneous reflection on individuals, firms, or corporations when called to the editor’s attention. It emphasizes it does not intend to injure anyone and will make warranted corrections as prominently as erroneous publications.
Amarillo Water Plan Favored for Visible Surface Supply
The Amarillo Post urges a reachable visible water system based on a surface dam and wells, arguing a dam with a large lake would conserve groundwater, aid recreation, attract industry, and justify a $90 000 surface water project while the city weighs sourcing. The paper calls for prudent commission action and a well-planned new system funded by a recent bond.
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Amarillo
Post
Palo Duro Creek
the Post
A Thought On Truthfulness And Lying
A religious instruction from Leviticus 19 11 condemns theft and deceit urging honesty among people. The verse phrases a direct command to refrain from stealing or dealing falsely and to uphold truth in daily dealings.
Amarillo men warned to keep shoes on for company
A humorous note urges Amarillo men to wear vests or patch trousers. It predicts a warm summer for Amarillo and jokes about alimony and secrets. The piece observes Amarillo people as keeping shoes on before guests, highlighting local habits.
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Amarillo
Summer plans of Amarillo residents hinge on cost
Many Amarillo residents imagine their ideal summer activities but face financial barriers. The reflection captures a common aspiration among locals about travel events and leisure once funds allow.
Governor Ferguson Pardons Crs, Sparks Protest Across Texas
Panhandie Press notes Ma Ferguson faces widespread protest for pardoning convicts from the state penitentiary. Critics say pardons weaken deterrence, leave prisons overburdened, and may endanger public safety as murderers and other criminals are released before term completion. The piece urges stricter justice.
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Ma” Ferguson
Quanah
Texas
Ferguson
ABE MARTIN On Temptation And Dry Officers
ABE MARTIN voices a rugged rural wit noting how temptation tames the world and compares France to a foursome of people he knows. He jokes about a plug hat and reluctance to pay, capturing a satirical, folksy tone.
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France
Amarillo Founding Pillars From Fort Worth Mirror Rise
A Fort Worth Record feature recalls J B Buchanan who sold 1500 Amarillo lots with a year’s Mirror subscription. Those lots now worth about 8 million dollars, with many parcels still owned by Buchanans. The piece traces founding plans by Henry B Sanborn and Buchanan, maps, databases, early growth, and lasting West Texas development signals.
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Fort Worth
J. B. Buchanan
Amarillo
Harry Henge Crozier
Mirror
The
Plains
Cap Rock
West Texas Chamber of Commerce
Buchanan
West Texas
the Mirror
Block
Henry B. Sanborn
Southwestern
Glidden and Sanborn
Denver City
Buchan
Panhandle
Sanborn
J. J. Goodfellow
Texas
San Angelo
Mobeetie
Tascosa
Plainview
Vernon
Childress
Wichita Falls
Dalhar
Denver
Jack Lehane
Cotton Belt
W. H. Fuqua
Waxauchie
Tol Ware
Lon D. Marrs
Tom F. Turner
Bowie
Fuqua
West
Fourteen Years Ago in Amarillo News Items
Weather in Amarillo brought heavy rain yesterday with a gauge reading at 12 inches per hour. A bottle of powder exploded in the 1600 block of Tyler Harrison causing injuries to several children including the Powell girl and Stone boy. Chansler Weymouth plans a Los Angeles trip for two weeks to visit his mother and uncle C K Chansler. W H Atwell, master in chancery, will hear complaints against the Amarillo Water and Light Co this week and urges witnesses to attend early.
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Amarillo
Guage
Tyler
Harrison
Judge
F. P. Powell
Ben Stone
Chansler Weymouth
Los Angeles
C. K. Chansler
W. H. Atwell
Amarillo Water and Light Company
Mr. Atwell
Panhandle Odd Fellows Plot Large Canyon Picnic
The Panhandle Odd Fellows Association plans an all day picnic this month at Canyon. A committee led by W. L. Browning of Canyon, J. M. Stidger of Amarillo, and J. N. Johnson of Dalhart coordinates arrangements. Several state officers will be invited to speak. This marks the first general picnic for the 42 county Panhandle organization.
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Panhandle
Odd Fellows Association
W. L. Browning
Canyon
J. M. Stidger
Amarillo
J. N. Johnson
Dalhart
Butler You Look Quite Sedate On The Table
A reflective verse notes restrained demeanor and pride as a butler waits at table accepting a refined role. It contrasts real service with a life of ease, suggesting dignity and quiet obligation in service to a family.
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Anere
Polka dots and prized ties spark London fashion revival
Polka dots return as a fashion rage in London men’s neckwear with hand applied designs on fine silk. Smaller dots raise the price. London mounted police horses fetch around 2000 dollars, higher than many racing animals’ values.
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Associated Preas
London
Mounted Police
Mary Pickford's Youthful Image Linked to Work and Virtue
Cynthia Grey notes Mary Pickford, on her 32nd birthday, retains a childlike look and sharp intelligence. James W. Gerard credits her brilliance while a hard life shapes her. Associates praise her housekeeping, hosting, religiosity, and avoidance of vulgar talk, attributing health and youth to hard work and right living.
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Mary Pickford
Mary
Pickford
James W. Gerard
Germany
Hollywood
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Stanley
Henry
Henry Apple Gates
Marquise
Sydney
Amarillo Daily News
Phon
Fia
Ciliva
Ovencees
Evening Post
Daily News and
Combinatioe
Eerrier
Associated Press
Aie
Associated Presa
Audit Bureau OF Circulation
Boileau
Panhandie Press
Abe Martin
FT. Worth
Bays
Harry Benge Crozier
Horace Greely
Potter County
Santa Fe
St. Louis
San Francisco
Parks
Hotel Register
Corpus Christi
Pickwick
Show Place
Flapper
Sic
Panhandle Odd Fellows
Atlantic Ocean
Ily
Cynthia Grey
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