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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1930
Page
15
Amarillo observers note a five year government test showing ground gauges collect about 10 percent more precipitation than roof gauges. In Wichita the ground gauge averaged 2.98 inches more annually, with winds blowing rain from roof gauges in summer, while the ground gauge captured all moisture.
Potter County issued 850 dollars to three residents for 170 jackrabbit kills in March. The bounty pays five cents per rabbit, with Roy Green recognized as the top hunter at 75. Checks were distributed by county treasurer Maude Shea to Bill and Gran Stalnaker, A. H. Wagner, and Roy C. Green.
In Batesville Arkansas J P Barber 22 prepares to testify in his murder trial for Maurice Osborne 24 husband of Norma Osborne 20 who testified she plotted with him to kill Osborne last July 1 Norma Osborne now serves nine years for her role in the slaying The case follows a former Batesville football star linked to Osborne and the widow. In Thorofare New Jersey H Clinton nerd faces fines after selling pigs wandered from a farm owners James Parphan and Everett Banks brought suit. Clinton nerd pays 90 fine and 22.80 costs losing over 100 on the deal.
Chinese factions weigh two 1924 and Mukden era accords over the Chinese Eastern railway. One would return the line gratis in 1956 or 60 years after the original treaty, while the other omits this timeline but imposes navigation rights on the Sungari river. The dispute touches river rights, most favored nation clauses, and pressures from Soviet demands ahead of the conference.
The Illinois State Athletic Commission withdrew its demand that Sammy Mandell defend his lightweight title against King Tut of Minneapolis or risk NAB A status after Mandell’s camp showed he was set to defend the crown against Al Singer in July. Sponsors of Singer Mandell added signed contracts, prompting reversal.
A public defender in Chicago serves as part of a volunteer group of attorneys aiding the boys court. The program pairs professional volunteers with youth, offering legal guidance and representation.
Thirty one women students at the University of Illinois achieved perfect scholastic averages during the first semester.
Kentucky Derby eligibles begin the first in a series of testers for 3 year olds as Lexington opens its gates. The Kentucky State Racing Commission overshadowed the day by denying licenses to eight jockeys and ten trainers. Boots Darnell among the denied trainers, once connected with the stables of the King of Romania.
Illinois edged Alabama 5 to 4 and Georgia defeated Michigan 7 to 4. Texas overcame Iowa 14 to 9 while Northwestern beat Southern Methodist 6 to 3.
In Cincinnati Joey Medill of Chicago outpointed Billy Rose. Al Gahan of Columbus KO'd Jimmy Santone. In Norman Frank Crider of Norman stopped John Naden of Dallas in three rounds.
Southern Methodist University meets Northwestern University in Dallas after Northwestern won 5 to 3 yesterday. SMU was held scoreless in the last six innings, seeking redemption in today’s matchup.
Kenosha Wisconsin April 17 Sweden seeks a welterweight for the 1082 Olympic bouts and wants Karl Ogren a Kenosha schoolboy who held the welterweight crown in the New York Chicago golden gloves to represent Sweden. He is a native of Sweden and has been offered expenses paid and a good paying job by a Spanish newspaper.
The Baylor University Bears defeated Texas Christian University 4 to 3, ending TCU’s six game conference winning streak.
April 17 reports say Cardinal Gloacehino Arcoverde’s condition in Rio de Janeiro improved slightly but remains grave as doctors stated. The cleric continues under medical care and monitoring.
In Beaulieu France on April 16 Bill Tilden the American amateur topped professional champion Karel Koseluh of Czechoslovakia 6-4 6-4 in a friendly event billed for the glory of tennis. Koseluh struggled to counter Tilden's sharp play.
A Marengo Wisconsin forest fire which had threatened to wipe out the town was believed under control as firefighters intensified efforts. Citizens prepared to flee yesterday until a drizzle helped check the blaze and wind eased.
On the Breckenridge Graham highway north of Breckenridge a roadster left the road into a deep ditch at 3 a m. Two occupants Miss Billy Lain 26 and Fred Walker about 30 both Graham cafe employees were killed instantly. Two others were injured.
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