Panhandle ALR Exposition Plans Outlined
A discussion outlines the value and scope of the annual exposition in the Panhandle region. Officials and organizers detail anticipated events and community impact for the upcoming year.
29 May 1913
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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1913
Page
1
A discussion outlines the value and scope of the annual exposition in the Panhandle region. Officials and organizers detail anticipated events and community impact for the upcoming year.
Testimony from associates and reporters on Roosevelt’s Nile trip and campaigns denies drunkenness. Witnesses say he never appeared intoxicated and could not be drunk without associates noticing. Judge Flannigan rules that general reputation may be introduced but not rumors. Roosevelt’s side may finish tomorrow.
London May 28. It is believed Servian and Greek delegates will sign a draft peace treaty under compulsion. A hopeful development is a meeting between Servian and Bulgarian premiers on the frontier Saturday to discuss the situation. Peace may be signed by noon Friday.
Hearing in Hackensack New Jersey on May 28 to set aside the will of John S. Lyle of Tenafly who died July 25 leaving several million dollars. Lyle a Lord and Taylor member left most of his fortune to his wife Julia Gertrude Lyle. nephews and niece received small bequests. Executors allege unsound mind and undue influence by the wife.
The Yale varsity crew left New Haven with coach and trainers for Gales Ferry to train on the Thames for the Yale-Harvard race on June 20. The team will spend about a week longer than usual on the river to intensify preparation due to the earlier date.
Protests abroad pressure Congress as lawmakers weigh concessions on shipping policies. Observers expect potential shifts in trade terms to ease tensions and address foreign criticisms while preserving national interests.
Congress is likely to remove the five per cent discount provision for American owned or controlled ships from the Underwood tariff bill. Administration leaders acknowledge no harm in eliminating the clause and President Wilson has indicated no objection to its removal to avoid offending foreign nations or violating treaties.
Special to Daily News from Austin reports the Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed Ed Woods from Dallas Floyd Stanton Dallas Joe Parsons Dallas Chas Hodges et al Dallas and related reverse and remand orders. Supreme Court grants applications in several civil and insurance cases including W R Thompson et al versus M H Harmon and J L Walker versus National Union Fire Insurance Co with Dallas and Tarrant County involved.
A dense list of court cases and parties from various Texas counties including Brazoria Dallas Harris Webb and Lubbock. Named plaintiffs and defendants include railroad companies banks and corporations such as South Texas Development Co M & T Ry Co of Texas Whittington Sweeney Morse Ship Company and City National Bank of Brown. The entry reads like a docket of ongoing civil actions with many cross suits and jurisdictional references.
The testimony in a steel trust case argues that no attempt was made to secure a monopoly. The proceedings focus on Gary as a key witness and the alleged actions surrounding the steel industry trust allegations.
Judge E H Gary chairman of United States Steel testified he and others never discussed obtaining a monopoly or suppressing competition during negotiations for the steel trust. He outlined formation aims to create a self contained operation from ore mining to finished products and to lower costs, including export trade. He denied government charges of over capitalizing the corporation.
Claude Texas May 28. Armstrong County Federated Clubs with the University of Texas Extension Department launch a week of lectures demonstrations and lantern slides across Washburn Llano Goodnight Lakeview Wayside and Claude. Speakers include Miss Stoltzfus Miss Rich and DeWitte McMurray with R B Cousing and Hilton R Greer to attend.
A local citizen warns all Panhandle counties after hoppers devastate the Elida vicinity. The advisory urges farmers to monitor hopper activity and follow county extension guidance for control measures.
Elida New Mexico May 27 1913 letter urges war plan against grasshoppers threatening Panhandle crops. Describes vast winged hoppers two weeks old moving like an army across fields and rails with government and railroad expert involvement. Announced A S Stinnette intro to All Panhandle Fair series urging regional unity and early Fall opening.
Former State Senator Stephen K Stilwell was sentenced to four to eight years in Sing Sing for bribery after Senate exonerated him by a 28 to 21 vote. Justice Sea bury granted a stay to allow defense to seek a certificate of reasonable doubt. Stilwell sought $3500 from George Kendall, president of the New York Bank Note Company, for favorable committee consideration. Governor Suleer demanded his resignation, which Stilwell refused.
Special to the Hereford Times May 28 The Hereford Chamber of Commerce will send delegates to the Southwestern Commercial Clubs rally at Clovis June 1 The aim is to secure cheaper homeseekers rates to the Panhandle and Pecos Valley Current rates are too high compared with California and the Northwest Railroads raised rates after a period of attractive terms about three years ago
Denver officials report two irregularities tied to the recent election, raising questions about ballot handling and vote tallies as investigations proceed. Authorities say the issues could affect results a brief delay in certification is possible.
Denver faces dual city governments as members elected last year refuse to yield to the commissioners elected in the recent vote. Auditor Markey says he will sign two pay warrants until the dispute is resolved. Mayor Arnold and department heads have not stated plans, while council members insist they hold four year terms and await a Supreme Court ruling on the election legality.
Special to the News from Austin Texas May 28 Texas railroads show growing earnings in a nine month period ending March 21. Operating revenue reaches 90 million 135 thousand four hundred forty four dollars an increase of about 14 percent from the prior year. Operating expenses total 7 million 244 thousand two hundred fifty dollars, up about 11 percent. Income from operation rises to 22 million 889 thousand two hundred ninety three dollars, up 24 percent.
An unidentified person defiled the front door of the United States Consulate in Nogales Arizona on May 28. Local authorities suspect Federals may be aiming to prejudice Americans against the constitutionalists. Police were dispatched to guard the consulate overnight.
Hereford Texas May 28 public schools wrap three days of closing exercises Rev R H Purser preached in district court room Sunday morning A Monday evening class play in the hip hop auditorium followed by the close graduation of nine girls and three boys in the same room Hon R Walker Hall of Amarillo gave the address Prizes for town girls gowns noted Miss Bessie Nance won first prize gown cost 125 cents The most expensive gown was 65 cents First honor went to Miss Mary Bacet
Democrats in the House plan a Monday caucus to limit extra session legislation to tariffs and outline the chamber program while Underwood prepares committee assignments. A Republican caucus is set for Saturday to discuss their committee slate, and the Progressive group today approved assignments by leader Murdock. In Ottawa the Royal Society of Canada opens its annual meeting drawing noted writers educators and scientists from across the Dominion with events planned through Thursday.
Hereford Texas May 28 McDonaly Irrigated Farm Co to enter hog business on a large scale. The firm has contracts for several silos and will rely on irrigation to support thousands of fat hogs shipped from the area. Other irrigators also plan extensive hog farming.
Chicago and North Carolina reports reveal legal and social pressures surrounding a Black athletic champion. Johnson faces another arrest linked to alleged violations while comments from him reflect ongoing persecution claims. The scene includes graduation ceremonies and remarks by university officials highlighting civil rights themes amid regional institutions' involvement.
North Carolina dentists in Salem gather for their state meeting reviewing proceedings. The group includes Raleigh officials and secretary J. A. Martin as mail profits and attendance are noted. The program continues into Friday with R. H. Morrow of Ston and Sinclair of A1 listed among speakers.
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