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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1925
Page
9
In Milan on October 28 Benito Mussolini told cheering crowds at the Scala that fascism would control Italy until overpowered by force. He asserted the power seized in the bloodless revolution three years ago would remain in his hands or those of his followers as celebrations marked the Rome march anniversary.
A Bushnell’s Basin New York reader reports severe pain from a cherry tree fall, but Sloan's Ointment brought rapid relief. The ad claims it treats the underlying congestion and speeds healing with a simple application. All druggists sell a 35 cent bottle.
Dr. Walter Splawn president of the University of Texas rejects the phrase mob of freshmen and sophomores and clarifies the university does not plan to abolish the lower classes in response to a letter from George Mendell Jr. Austin attorney referencing a statement attributed to H Shelby director of extension.
The weekly weather synopsis reports killing frosts across the Texas Panhandle and a dry northern cold front sweeping the state. Temperatures fell below freezing at many locations including Amarillo 18 below zero, Abilene and Lubbock 28 above, and Brownwood record 32. Coastal areas saw heavy precipitation while interior regions remained dry. The report notes damage risks to late cotton, feed crops, and winter wheat, with hunting and agriculture disrupted by the cold spell.
An advertising feature proclaims Ferraline a natural remedy to strengthen digestion and prevent indigestion. It claims quick relief, links indigestion to weak blood, and offers a money back guarantee if the first bottle fails. A ten day treatment costs one dollar, with The Ferraline Co. of Atlanta, Ga listed.
The National Association of Manufacturers declares the highest function of American industry is to improve worker conditions and supply products at cost. It urges open shops and opposes boycotts strikes and lockouts, child labor amendments, liberal immigration, and favors inland waterways and tax cuts.
President Coolidge will open the American Farm Bureau Federation annual meeting in Chicago on December 7. Two thousand six hundred seats are reserved in the main hall at the Hotel Sherman with 1,000 prime seats in nearby lobbies. Mail advance reservations will be used and state farm bureau headquarters will assign seats. At luncheon he will meet the president of each of the 14 state federations, the voting delegates, and the federation association board of directors.
At the 48th annual Texas convention in San Antonio, every member of the Texas chapters voted unanimously to contribute $1 each toward the $1,000,000 International O. E. S. temple to be erected in Washington. Senator T. J. Holbrook of Galveston and Mrs. Minnie Keyes of Washington outlined the project and its growth to more than 2,000,000 members worldwide.
The Cameron and Hidalgo counties commissioners vote jointly to urge Agriculture Commissioner Terrell to impose a strict embargo on citrus trees shipped into the region from any state with citrus diseases or pests. Valley nursery interests press for protection, while Florida plant board members warn of monopoly worries.
Dr Ed Mund Stinnes eldest son of the late Hugo Stinnes refutes Berlin reports that he plans permanent commercial ties abroad He says his visit to the United States is brief and he will return to Berlin after inspecting developments as a tourist and engineer during his stay aboard the Berengaria last Saturday.
Dr Frederick L Hoffman of Prudential declares new lands energy and wealth growth key to the nations future, noting industrial south attracts northern attention. Fred Elliott discusses reclaiming Everglades and converting waste land for growth. Gov Henry L Whitefield urges more federal aid for reclamation projects as South forms its own conference.
A junior at A M College was found in a septic tank near the animal husbandry building today after he opened a seven foot deep manhole to drain the septic pool. He had been missing since late Tuesday evening and was a member of Cadet Company E infantry. Dallas gas fears rise as coal supplies dwindle with 1500 to 2000 tons reportedly in local yards.
In Austin the September one cent gasoline tax brought in 415000, five thousand below August, with top payers including Gulf Production and Humble Oil. Also in Austin, UT President Blalock proposed abolishing the University Circus and urged funds for football travel and publications. The Texas Cotton Seed Growers seek revised mixed car rules. About 100 banks were designated state depositories for two years at four percent on 3061500. Dr T L Blayney resigned as CIA president, prompting surprise in state circles. In Houston the first Rio Grande Valley grape fruit shipment tested 14.3 percent sugar. In Laredo the grand jury issued a record 74 indictments, 26 for drunk driving. In College Station the body of George D Craig was found.
J. T. Robison, Texas land commissioner, heads to Pecos to resume revaluation of land forfeited for nonpayment of interest. He will re-appraise land across fifteen counties and is not expected to return to Austin until December.
A vintage advertisement claims Texas Wonder treats kidney and bladder troubles including gravel weak and lame back rheumatism and irregularities for both men and women. Sold by druggists with mail order of 1.25 dollars and testimonials available from Dr BW Hall 2926 Olive St St Louis Missouri.
President Coolidge accepted the Jose de San Martin monument from Argentina in a simple ceremony near the Capitol and White House. Ambassador Honorio Pueyrredón presented the gift as the U.S. flag and Argentine colors lowered, the army band played, and a twenty one gun salute rang out. Federal officials and diplomats attended this honor, noting Latin America’s role in world peace.
Tige a longtime Galveston transfer company employee who served over thirty years before four years on the retired list departed for mule Heaven today. A first class funeral will be provided for Tige.
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