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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1925
Page
1
Amundsen expedition fate remains uncertain as officials weigh rescue options. Public optimism persists. a fortnights wait from May 21 will decide if relief efforts escalate.
Tacoma, May 80 Harly trial of former Governor Louis F Hart, arrested yesterday on a charge of soliciting a bribe, will be demanded by Prosecuting Attorney J W Selden. The information filed alleges he violated his official duty by feloniously asking Kelly Forbes P Haskell Jr for a payment from the assets of the Scandinavian American Bank of Tacoma, a defunct bank.
San Antonio May 2 0 Gladys Snell twenty pulled two fifteen year old boys from a city pool in San Pedro Park last night marking a second rescue by her within a year. She received a gold medal last year from Mayor John W Tobin for saving Irene Martinez fifteen and Mike Cantau ten from the same pool.
San Antonio May 30 The Rio Grande rose to 824 feet as it passed Eagle Pass at noon. A second crest is reported near, while a third rise is expected. Six lives lost in Piedra Negras and widespread property damage accompany the high water. By 6 p m the river stood at 14 feet and falling. The first rise peaked at 24 feet in Juaredo at 9 a m.
Washington observed Memorial Day with ceremonies led by President Coolidge at Arlington National Cemetery and other cemeteries. A Navy yacht dropped a poppy anchor into the Potomac as veterans honored the dead, with Mrs. Coolidge laying roses on the Unknown Soldier tomb.
Heat waves blamed for six deaths in Minneapolis and vicinity during the holiday. Reports indicate drownings and heart-related deaths triggered by high temperatures. Authorities urge precautions as temperatures remain high in the region.
Peter de Paola dominated the Indianapolis 600 mile race setting a record pace of 4:66:80 for an average of excess of 93 mph. He earned about 38 thousand dollars in prize money including 20 thousand for the winner and 7,800 in lap prizes, with top contenders like Hill Shafer and Morton close behind in a dramatic finish before an estimated 140 thousand spectators.
A citywide Clean Up Week starts soon in Amarillo with Woods and D Bartlett issuing orders for a six day drive. A full crew with sharp hoes will cut woods and collect rubbish aided by additional wagons. City inspectors coordinate with local crews to remove debris as part of the health campaign.
The Daily News-Evening Post urges a rush on the dictionary offer. Closing date approaches with withdrawal anticipated soon. Readers may inspect a copy at News-Post and order by mail with a small postage fee and saving coupons.
Mrs. Collier wife of Wichita Falls former mayor was released on $10,000 bond after a murder conviction in Wichita Falls. The 10 year sentence was appealed as local court overruled a motion for new trial citing alleged errors in the indictment jury conduct and prosecutors remarks. Elzie Robertson, 19, son in law of the Colliers, was killed amid domestic strife tied to a secret marriage in 1924. Frank Collier faced manslaughter in a separate Wichita Falls trial and received a three year term.
Puebla Colo May 30 Dr. Caleb W Presnall of Trinidad former army major hanged himself with a pocket handkerchief yesterday in the Woodcroft sanitarium where he was under observation in connection with the mysterious death last July 4.
In Galveston at 311 Tremont Street a night watchman named Joseph A. Kelly aged about 80 was fatally burned in a building blaze on the third floor early today. He died at the hospital without regaining consciousness.
Six persons were killed and many wounded as anti-Japanese riots erupted in Shanghai after leaders of a student procession distributing propaganda were arrested. Police fired into the crowd to restore order and many arrests were reported.
In Lubbock on May 30 a Garza county man charged with shooting Roy G. Dalton near Southland March 10 was freed on four bonds totaling 7500 dollars. Bond posted after arrest at Post City but could not be met at that time.
Panhandle area Boy Scouts from New Mexico and Western Oklahoma gather at Palo Duro Canyon south of Amarillo for their annual two week camp. Nelson and James will lead staff in camp activities with more than 600 expected attendees. Meals and tents set up central to canyon overlook, program includes natl earth event. Peaceful rules emphasize honor and discipline with reveille at 6 00 and start at 9 80.
Associated Press reports nobles of the Mystic Shrine arriving from distant points for the fifty first annual conclave to be held in Los Angeles next week. Delegations include Temple Honolulu and Anah Temple Bangor Maine. Hawaiian Island nobles greeted by 3000 shrine members and Al Malaikah’s 100 piece band at San Pedro. Magnitude arrival India Temple Oklahoma City with 800 members in ten coaches.
The fire that struck Ovalo 25 miles south of here destroyed most of its business district, including the first state bank and Masonic hall. Estimated damage runs 80 000 to 90 000 dollars with partial insurance. The bank vault survived with records and money intact. Fire began around 1 30 am and quickly engulfed the business area.
Adelbert Gerthe chairman of a meeting of the German people's party was fined 600 marks by a Fre military court in Bochum for failing to prevent the singing of the national anthem. He argued French civil authorities had not objected to anthem singing on prior occasions.
Sunday forecast for Apetig and surrounding area shows partly cloudy skies with periods of sun and scattered light showers possible. Hourly expectations include morning low, midday temperatures, and afternoon warming with variable winds and no significant storms in the vicinity.
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