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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1927
Page
2
Oklahoma suffers one of its worst storms with 22 dead across the state and $5,000,090 in damage. Rivers rise, Tulsa-area residents evacuate as Arkansas and Grand river basins flood lowlands. Fort Gibson closes shops and evacuates to aid levee work while farmers move livestock from danger zones.
An extended Tactless Texan column recounts a mock justice proposal about flogging, wry opinions on ballgames and gender in stadiums, a new automatic typewriter and telegraph link at The Globe Amarillo, job moves, comic vignettes about office life, neighborhood characters, and a testimonial about found gold watch after an ad in The Globe.
A telephone report from Clinton Kentucky said the private levee protecting Columbus Kentucky from the Mississippi River flood failed at 9 am. Communication between Columbus and Clinton was cut off and water was sweeping into the town.
Fort Smith Arkansas April 14 warning was issued by U S Weather Bureau meteorologist T T G Shipman of potential floods in western Arkansas and eastern Oklahoma. Peak high water expected within forty eight hours as a levee broke near Haroldton Crawford county flooding about 1500 acres. Fifteen families fled homes and fifty others marooned on high ground with hundreds homeless.
By Associated Press. Fort Smith Ark April 14. About one hundred persons are marooned at Blaine Oklahoma a village eight miles north of Keota on the Arkansas River where a bridge has been swept away and the town is threatened. Water was said to be two feet deep in Blaine. Homes in Hartshorne Oklahoma were reported standing in two feet of water.
Club Lido plans a special Bohemian Night with enhanced decorations and new entertainment. Rex Mayne and Bobby Howard, well known to patrons, will perform in new numbers. Dinner is served 6 to 10 with a special Lido supper menu from 10 to 2.
Two individuals were fined $100 each in Judge FE A McKinnon s city police court this morning on reckless driving charges. This week several traffic violators faced fines from $10 to $75 with about $50 fines becoming common.
San Antonio April 14. Vamorr a 35 year old formerly of Thecotah Oklahoma was accidentally shot and killed here last night by a gun in her husband Orr a baker. The incident occurred in San Antonio and the details remain uncertain as investigators compile the record.
The Pecos and Northern Texas Railway paid $165 000 cash for Wolflin property at Ninth and Polk where Santa Fe plans its general office building. The deed notes 90-foot Polk frontage and 140 feet on Ninth. Officials expect an eight story plus building, with the first floor to house commercial tenants as plans firm up.
Local Amarillo market notes list hens four pendings and over hens under four pounds stags roosters ducks and geese. Prices show batter and tater stalls with 20 cents and a reference to five dollars and twenty cents in this partial OCR listing.
Kansas City reports April 14 cattle and hog prices with steady to firm tone. heavy steers around 11.40 and hogs top 11.26. Chicago markets show higher hogs and cattle with vealers near 10.00 and spring lambs advancing. Grain and cotton futures move higher on bullish supply data, while New York stocks open irregularly with some industrials rising.
A pre Easter style show will be presented at the Fair theater Friday and Saturday at 7 45 p m in addition to the regular film Fashions for Women. The three scene event features sport models afternoon frocks evening gowns and men s evening dress on living models from Schwartz Dress and Specialty shop under Mrs Schwartz direction Riggs supplies evening wear Wilholts shoes Amarillo Furniture Clemente-Young Sporting Goods provide sports gear.
D J Jackson and Mae Brownlee married seven weeks when a gas stove flare set her clothing ablaze. She died after 51/2 hours of suffering in a hospital. The husband, destitute, lost their home and belongings. a relief fund organized by Globe-News has collected about 20.80 with more needed. Only seven weeks into marriage, the couple had started life modestly in Amarillo with work and church song, and the tragedy left the husband to face funeral costs and loss.
Grave in paving effort on West Sixth Street gains support as R V P Fastland of Texas Land and Gravel pledges gravel worth 60 to 75 dollars. Flenniken notes existing 278 dollars and needs about 100 more with an invalid homeowner unable to pay. Checks to Flenniken.
Dear Tack, a reader complains that telephone operators say thank you after hearing a request, then connect to the wrong number. He suggests operators repeat the dialed number aloud and drop the courtesy phrase, citing a typical Amarillo exchange. A. S. Lyon, 809 West 10th Street.
A North Amarillo resident argues for a subway to connect the north district with the rest of Amarillo, citing lack of sewerage, fire protection, and infrastructure. He notes higher home ownership and tax input there and contends South Amarillo blocks progress, urging a split and self-empowerment through improved banks, schools, and services.
Chicago businessman Charles H. Richford joins Panhandle Paint and Glass as traveling representative for Standard Paint and Varnish products. He will promote and distribute the company’s offerings across the Panhandle region.
In Rock Springs on April 14, the disaster's human cost deepens as victims include Mrs Adams Flora Adams Littie Fleming John Lawrence and Nicolette Moniello with many more in critical condition. Doctors Dr Livingston Anderson and Dr R G Dyer head to Rock Springs with anti diphtheria serum while Red Cross nurses tell of shattered homes and miraculous escapes amid wreckage.
A crinkled fringe described as Sikt fringe that cracks like frayed rope strands enhances smart afternoon dresses. The text notes its texture and stylish impact on light fabrics and elegant silhouettes.
Earl Carroll the New York theatrical producer remained unconscious at 8 30 this morning, 2544 hours after being taken from a prison car en route to the Atlanta penitentiary. Federal officials removed him after he collapsed yesterday. Hospital authorities said his condition improved slightly despite continued unconsciousness.
Miners Henryetta fire crews lowered water levels and diverted swollen creek waters from the mine. Forty men labored to unload hay and cement to dam the stream and guide it back to its channel. The rescued workers include Jim Sandfield Bob Wilson Joe Johnson Hector McNeil Homer Howard and Ed Mitchell. They were near the shaft mouth when the flood broke in and escaped by heading to the shaft mouth after a near blocked exit.
Pupils from Buchanan Street School will take part in an Easter egg hunt this afternoon in East Amarillo. The event aims to surpass prior city hunts, but transportation is a major hurdle. Three buses donated by Yellow Cab won’t cover all riders, so volunteers with cars are asked to contact teachers or call 1352.
J E Griggs president of the Federation of Women's Clubs appeals to Amarillo women to join Friday's Clean-Up Campaign and observes National Garden Week and Better Homes Week. He urges raking trash, beautifying premises, and neighborly effort to instill civic pride and cleaner streets.
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