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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1948
Page
6
The Amaroiln Globe report details miners idle after contempt verdict against United Mine Workers official Lewis. Attorneys seek appeal while judges weigh fines and possible jail, with threats of broader walkouts if Lewis is jailed.
City Manager N V Moss says traffic on Fifth Avenue in front of the post office will flow east after the street is widened by about eight feet. The city commission will hear bids tonight for the project and consider prohibiting left turns off Fifth at Fillmore. Also on the agenda are buying up to 400 parking meters, safety council recommendations, and an extension for the Ridgemere Addition of the Morningside and South Fillmore bus. The commission meets at 7 20 in city hall.
Fire losses in Amarillo in March reached 13 499 dollars with 17 fires, seven from smoking, totaling 77 171 dollars for the year. One death was recorded from a March fire. Fire Marshal Ed Spann notes the month matched the combined losses of January and February.
Federal Judge Joseph B. Dooley will hear motions in six civil cases during the remainder of the first week of the spring term in federal district court here.
The article reports soft coal miners in Morgan and other areas reacting to fines imposed on the United Mine Workers and its leader John L. Lewis. Frank Hughes of the UMW District asserts firing the union will not settle the issue, with miners awaiting Supreme Court guidance. Baldine Demarco of Local 2563 voices uncertainty about the fine’s effect while miners gather around a radio in a Morgan restaurant.
A vintage health ad claims SSS Tonic builds up red blood strength to improve energy and appetite. It touts positive blood analysis and mentions benefits like better digestion, less gas, and stronger overall vitality with claims of nationwide drugstore availability and a listed toll-free help number.
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