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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1925
Page
7
Rosenburg Texas April 21 a Fort Bend County jury report finds evidence of mismanagement brutality and negligence at state prison farms. The investigation cites incompetency and calls for reforms while noting no indictments were issued.
The Gooper-Irvin Company advertises used Ford cars with a partial guarantee covering mechanical fitness. Ford, using its position and car knowledge, pledges to determine mileage and assess needed reconditioning by trained mechanics. The column also notes local depot work and ongoing construction projects in the area, plus plans for an American Legion Endowment fund drive led by Frank J. Keeter.
North Amarillo civic group discussed fruit cultivation and local industry prospects at the Second Baptist Church meeting. A resident reported growing 9 bushels of peaches on a 100 foot lot while Col Frank George described potential broom, leather, woolen and cotton manufacturing in Amarillo. Jim Conwell noted Marland Oil drilling a well 17 miles north of Tucumcari with a 24 inch hole and three month finish plan.
Weather conditions bring optimism for crops with rain aiding revival as poultry numbers rise. farmers say dry spell limits but green wheat and growing fruit prospects lift spirits. Armtrong County expects abundant peach and apple yields while strawberrry beds and irrigated gardens show promise for the season.
Dallas officials authorize two new projects on equity roads and construction work to be completed cheaper and faster with aluminum materials, citing prior county road maintenance and ongoing expenses. The record mentions guards and a messenger service context amid uncertain details of a rash or incident, with references to county administration and a superintendent.
A fragmented health ad urges readers to ask a druggist for Fin's Cream Balm claiming instant relief for stuffiness. The note hints at ongoing nasal issues and suggests contact at the start of symptoms for treatment.
Fragmented OCR notes describe railroad personnel movements and duties including Sante Fe staff reassignment. Mentions promotions, leaves, operations planning, and travel between Topeka Los Angeles and nearby depots with several named staff and locations.
Officials of the Phoenix Railway Company seek approval from the state corporation commission to operate a motor streetcar along the existing route. The proposal follows public concerns over high electric power costs and the railway’s future operations.
In the Northern District of Texas at Amarillo the first meeting of creditors for Thomas Virgil Elizaby of Perryton occurs April 20. Creditors may attend in Amarillo to prove claims, appoint a trustee, and examine the bankrupt. Dated Amarillo September 2, 1923.
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