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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1925
Page
4
Sally Atherton writes of Sydney Carton praising Leslie Prescott as a rare, strong woman. Carton notes her beauty carries sorrow and a resolute spirit, while a stranger reflects on loveliness shaped by hardship. The scene hints at a future continuation tomorrow.
The excerpt presents the Amarillo Daily News masthead claiming affiliation with the Associated Press and detailing subscription rates, delivery options, and correction policy. It highlights the paper's regional scope across Texas New Mexico and nearby states, plus its night wire service and circulation audit by the Associated Press.
Commencement Week near in Amarillo with 106 graduates. The baccalaureate sermon is Sunday May 24 at the municipal auditorium by Dr. R. Thomson. The week ends Thursday May 28 with the principal address by Congressman Marvin Jones and diplomas.
The Daily News recounts its popular age of Ann problem. Thousands hadn’t heard of the puzzle before the paper published it, while Hereford residents spent more time solving it than others, taking life’s small challenges in stride.
The Daily News highlights a new chapter in The Tangle today as a long running feature about home life and its problems expands its reach. The review urges readers to follow the story, noting its enduring popularity and relevance to common personal challenges.
The Moore Lumber Company at Sixth and Adams completed a new row of office rooms in the building's second story. Mr. Moore was seen moving his offices upstairs yesterday, signaling expansion of the business.
A reflective line citing Seneca on poverty and aspiration. It contrasts those who lack with those who yearn for more, suggesting desire drives value beyond material means. The fragmentary quote evokes classic Stoic themes.
The Morning News and the Evening Messenger in Marshall will change ownership effective June 1. Joe Herrin and Jean Herrin of Herrin Illinois buy the papers but keep them distinct in title. Price and Adair retain interests, with improvements planned to raise prestige and payrolls while maintaining independent editorial policy in support of Marshall and East Texas.
Special to The News from Plainview reports 1.384 inches of rain fell Wednesday night, bringing the total to 4.75 inches since late April. Rain was uneven across the area with Floydada and Olton dry, Lockney and northeast of Lockney receiving showers, aiding an excellent season and enabling earlier cotton planting in dry spots.
A playful verse about a drummer who travels year round, hopping from town to town and keeping the rhythm across the land in all seasons and weather. The speaker praises the drummer for constant movement and lively performance wherever he goes.
A coarse remark hints at a party plan to recall attendees after a layoff. The dialogue shows Mrs late Bud arranging a house gathering to preserve memories of those present amidst uncertain times.
Associated Press reports the Baptist 75 Million Campaign raised 58.59 million dollars from Southern Baptist Convention states and districts. It details state totals, distributions across foreign, home, and education missions, and related expenses under Dr. L. R. Scarborough's completion report.
An editorial urges readers to obtain the New Universities Dictionary as demand for words expands. It notes lexicographers benefit from broader usage and promotes coupon participation in The News and Post to secure a copy at a nominal cost, warning the closing date will be announced soon.
West Texas United States Gypsum plant products are showcased at a Amarillo convention exhibit. 8S. J. Sanderson of Chicago leads the display featuring interior and exterior wall finishes, colored stucco, and a new plastic paint from Sweetwater. The show includes gylapp an interior sheeting substitute for ship lap, insulating fire stop and rigid unit material.
G D Bowie is named manager of the Amarillo Sash and Door Company succeeding John T Sprouse who resigns to join the Houston home office. Mr and Mrs H W Galbraith return from Georgetown and Texas trips while Mrs W D Patton recovers from illness and Mr and Mrs A M Potter leave for Bowling Green Kentucky to visit relatives.
The News will print original communications addressed to The News that are free of abusive language. Short letters preferred. Authors must sign with their name, and city residents must include street addresses. Open letters to public figures or letters to others are not accepted.
Amarillo Texas reader W H Holms urges scrutiny of long term water supply plans amid reliance on wells versus impounded water. He cites municipal growth in Fort Worth and Tulsa, warns against false economy, and calls for public consultation with the Water Board and commission before bond decisions. May 14 1926.
May 14 report lists two Panhandle youths among candidates for entry to the United States Military Academy at West Point Washington. Claude and Hera are named among those proceeding after qualification by certificate, with a view to entering on July 1.
West Texas State Teachers College in Canyon reports 252 Texas counties represented among 1150 students this year with 12 New Mexico, 6 Oklahoma, 2 each from Kansas and Missouri, and single representatives from Arkansas Nebraska California and Arizona. Randall County leads with 239 students. enrollment up over 25 percent from last year.
Rains fell in spots over the Panhandle late Wednesday night and Thursday morning. Amarillo measured .87 inch with high winds but no damage. Plainview had an inch plus .88 inches, Floydada saw half an inch, Lockney reported heavy rain, and showers were noted along the Banta from Umbarger to Pampa with light rain at Wildorado and a heavy shower at Boyse City.
The Richards Auto Painting company moves from East Fourth to West Sixth, occupying a larger light filled shop with a Gust proof finishing room and an updated showroom. The transition marks a new, more spacious facility after weeks of relocation.
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Wayland College trustees elected the coming year’s faculty. Re-elected were President G. W. McDonald and Dean W. W. P. Clement. New names include B. H. Warren, Ruth Evans, Z. T. Huff, Mrs. G. W. McDonald, P. S. Anderson, B. M. Sims, Mrs. I. L. Bennington, Mrs. B. M. Sims, and Mrs. J. P. Woodward. Bible and expression teachers to be chosen later.
Tulia plans a meeting of the chamber of commerce Monday night to organize a boys band. About 50 boys may join, with a goal of a worthwhile group within six months, depending on community support for Tulsa and Swisher County.
Dean Clement of Wayland College was elected president of the Texas junior college association for the coming year. Wayland teachers are in demand as commencement speakers at Panhandle high schools with lectures scheduled in Roaring Springs Vega Shamrock and Silverton. The summer school outlook is promising with expected larger attendance and ongoing faculty planning.
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