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Amarillo Daily News

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1958

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Prairie Surprises Spotlight The Golden Spread Scenic Drive

The Palo Duro Canyon highway linking Claude and Silverton opens to praise as a potential top scenic route. A Sunday car cavalcade crossed the gorge ahead of the official opening. Hemp Hill County hosts a six week wildflower tour drawing out of town visitors.

Palo Duro Canyon Claude Silverton Hemphill County Marcuf Abraham Canadian Board of City Development Palo Duro State Park Pete Cowart Palo Duro

Graduation Train Party Sparks Debate Over Parenting

A Chicago area report recounts Arlington Heights High School seniors taken by special train to a Wisconsin lake resort for a weekend party. Parents organized the event at a cost of around $1,000 to keep youths away from trouble after Prom. Some readers question this approach and reminisce about stricter quips.

Wisconsin Lake Arlington Heights High School Chicago

Canadian Rail Firemen Rule Sparks Labour Debate

William E. Eppler of New York Central highlighted a Canada rail strike result. Kellock Commission ruled no firemen needed for yard and freight on Canadian Pacific, a long ongoing dispute with the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Engine-men.

Canada William E. Eppler New York Central Kellock Royal Commission Canadian Pacific Railroad Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen

De Gaulle Fast Tracks Toward Paris In Crisis

Gen Charles de Gaulle sped from his village to Paris on a suspenseful mission that could decide France's future as Algeria insurgents predicted Pflimlin’s government might topple without a push. A police commissioner said de Gaulle arrived on the outskirts just before 11 p.m. Paris time.

Paris Charles de Gaulle Algeria Pflimlin Matignon de Gaulle

Agriculture Is Key to Safety for a Nation

Texas Agriculture Commissioner John C. White addressed about 200 farmers and business leaders at the Ali-Kiwanis Farm and Ranch Day, arguing food production sustains national strength and politics. He noted Russia’s current lag behind U S production but warned Moscow claims it will surpass America within five years. He urged ongoing scientific farming efforts as crucial to peace and defense.

United States Texas Agriculture John C. White Great Plains Bushland White U.S Russia Kremlin America

Baseball scores from Western and National Leagues

Western League results include Amarillo eight Des Moines four, Albuquerque eight Sioux City zero, Lincoln four Colorado Springs nine, Pueblo one Topeka four. National League Los Angeles two Philadelphia one, Milwaukee four Chicago three. American League Kansas City five Baltimore four in ten innings. Only games scheduled.

Amarillo Des Moines Albuquerque Sioux City Lincoln Colorado Springs Topeka Pueblo Los Angeles Philadelphia Milwaukee Chicago Kansas City Baltimore

De Gaulle Favors Short Term Amid Gaullist Turmoil

France faces a general strike threat after De Gaulle's Paris trip. Tunisian President Bourguiba says he will complain to the U N over French troops and violence in Tunisia and demands withdrawal. In Paris, the national assembly acts to curb rebellion and suspend deputies’ privileges amid Algeria and Corsica unrest.

de Gaulle Paris Pflimlin Habib Bourguiba U. N Tunisia France National Assembly Algeria Corsica

Four bullets strike Amarillo man in car death

Louis H. Marcias 27 of 211 Cleveland was found shot to death in his 1951 sedan in the 700 block of Ross near East Park. Police say he was shot about 7 p.m. with the window down, powder burns seen on the body. An insurance route book was found on the seat. Survived by his wife Angel. An inquest will be held. funeral plans pending at Blackburn-Shaw.

Louis H. Marcias Cleveland Ross East Park East Amarillo Marevias Life and Casualty Insurance Company of Tennessee Marcias Amarillo

Amariel lo Clears to Warm with Isolated Thunder Showers

Amariel area expects clear to partly cloudy skies and warm temperatures with isolated afternoon and evening thundershowers. Panhandle and South Plains see partly cloudy conditions Tuesday and Wednesday with isolated late afternoon and nighttime thundershowers. No major temperature changes expected.

Amariello Panhandle South Plains

Federal Judge Keeps Phillips in Injunction Over Borger Walkout

U S District Judge Joseph B Dooley granted a five day temporary injunction to bar Local 351 International Union of Operating Engineers and related parties from molesting Phillips Petroleum Co properties in the North Panhandle. A hearing on a permanent injunction is set for Saturday in Amarillo as the 12 day old strike halts production at five Borger area plants with about 2,700 union members off the job.

Phillips Petroleum Co Borger Joseph B. Dooley Amarillo Phillips North Panhandle Phillips Properties L. V. McCarthy B. H. Carthright C. V. Holley N. A. Hall

Two Amarillo Teens Held After Gunfire Ends Car Theft Spree

Two 14 and 15 year old boys from Stephen F. Austin Junior High were held in Archer County jail after a chase that ended when deputies opened fire near Jacksboro. They had stolen at least two vehicles in less than 24 hours and reportedly planned to flee to Fort Worth. One tire was punctured and the pursuit ended as the youths abandoned the speeding car.

Amarillo Jacksboro Archer City Stephen F. Austin Junior High School

Crossroads Report Letter to the Editor on Foreign Aid

A reader argues against foreign aid claims that funds return to the U.S. economy with a local anecdote about borrowing twenty dollars from a grocer and spending it locally, signed by D. E. Scott from Wellington.

Weather snippet from Amarillo and surrounding cities in 1958

Weather data shows 128 days of sun in Amarillo for 1958 with 1464 readings. At 3 pm on Monday conditions include clear skies in Houston Dallas Okla City Amarillo with wind speeds around 11 to 15 mph and varying visibility. phrasing indicates partial city readings and fragmented notes.

Amarillo Houston Dallas Okla City Ptly Cidy

Pair Escapes After Robbery Of Shop Here

A pair of bandits robbed Stockman's Saddle Shop at 2710 E. 3rd, taking $10, two pairs of boots, and a .25 pistol from a desk. They then robbed a truck driver on U S Highway 287 west of Washburn, signaling with a red spotlight before fleeing as law enforcement pursued.

Amarillo Washburn Claude Stockman’s Saddle Shop Bob Marrs Gables Bob Coffey Alabama U.S. Highway 287 Cudd Brothers Transport Co Clarendon Armstrong County Roy Brunson

Siren Calls Report Traffic Collisions in Amarillo

Siren dispatches last night include 8:41 p.m. bicycle truck collision at 803 Prospect with ambulance response, 9:38 p.m. two car crash at 3rd Street underpass with no injuries, and 9:53 p.m. two car collision at Northeast Ridgemere area with ambulance attendance.

Amarillo Prospect 3Rd St Ner Th Ridgemere

Oklahoma pardon board recommends commutation for 1935 armed robbery convict

A. R. Talley, 42, long a fugitive from Oklahoma since 1935, is urged for clemency by Oklahoma's pardon board and H. C. McLeod along with the State Crime Bureau. Talley, now terminal manager for Herrin Transportation in Houston, said he sought relief from the strain of his past life after decades away from Oklahoma.

Raymond Gary A. R. Talley Talley Herrin Transportation Co Houston Oklahoma County

Daily News Plans Special Oklahoma Politics Report

Phil Dessauer of Oklahoma City, a former United Press writer, will author at least two columns weekly for The Daily News. Readers can expect the initial report to be announced soon.

Oklahoma Phil Dessauer Oklahoma City United Press The Daily News

KGNC TV Colorcast Matinee Theater Show

Local theater segment lists a matinee broadcast featuring two acts by Foxer Gobel. Schedule notes unclear due to damaged text but indicates a daytime program on KGNC TV with theatrical entertainment.

Kgnc-Tv

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