Unforgettable trips recalled by workers across the nation
SW Public Service worker C McGuire recalls a 1948 Oregon trip with Salt Lake Temple awe and unique construction. Navy veteran Tony Colangelo cherishes Bermuda 1944 for perfect sun and water activities. Carlsbad Caverns visit in 1949 leaves lasting rock formations impression. River barge incident in 1945 reveals harsh conditions. John Halford in 1940 finds Highway 66 journey to see Boulder Dam and Grand Canyon.
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McGuire
Southwestern Public Service Company
van Buren
Oregon
Salt Lake City
Tony Colangelo
Elk City
Bermuda
Bert Bulcker
Carlsbad Caverns
California
Texas
John Halford
East Fifteenth
Boulder Dam
Grand Canyon
Skunk Dies After Getting Stuck in Jar in Pittsfield Yard
In Pittsfield Massachusetts a curious skunk wandered into a pint jar in Julius Campana's yard and suffocated when it could not escape. The incident highlights dangers of small containers to wildlife.
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Pittsfield
Mass. W.P
Julius Campana
Change Entry Fee For Dog Show By Panhandle Kennel Club
The Panhandle Kennel Club announced entry fees for the annual Spring Dog Show. Dogs and puppies may be entered for $1 at the San Jacinto Youth Center next Sunday starting at 1 pm. Entries are accepted at the door, with Mrs Betty Blodgett seeking advance notes of potential entrants.
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Panhandle Kennel Club
San Jacinto
Betty Blodgett
Tin roofs mark Johannesburg's 1890 rush era origin
In 1890 Johannesburg South Africa emerged as a tin-roofed village amid the gold rush, reflecting early settlement patterns and rapid mining town development. The phrase captures the town’s rough beginnings and the quick shift from prospect to settlement as mining booms drew workers and businesses.
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Johannesburg
S. Africa
Group Discusses Railway Icing In Am arillo Chapter
Lou J. Roberts of Southwestern Public Service Company spoke at the Amarillo chapter meeting of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers at the Silver Grill. He traced railroad icing history and recent mechanical improvements saving time and labor, with slides showing old versus new methods. Dave Boise of Allis-Chalmers was named program chairman for the coming year.
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Lou J. Roberts
Southwestern Public Service Company
Amarillo
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Silver Grill
Tyler
Cleon Ligon
Roberts
Dave Boise
Allis - Chalmers Manufacturing Company
E. S. Burnett
Trailer Camp Site Offered by Amarillo Businessman
Amarillo businessman Charlie Priolo offers to donate eight blocks of frontage on North West Eighth for a new trailer park to house Air Force families. He would provide the land free for one year to the city or the Army camp, with strict adherence to health and building rules. If declined, he may seek rezoning and build the park himself. The offer will be discussed with Air Force representatives and local officials Thursday.
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Amarillo
Charlie Priolo
Amarillo Air Force Base
Priolo
North West Eighth
Chamber of Commerce
Air Force
Chamber
Alabama
Fairmont
North Alabama
Globe's 1949 house plan inspires Malaya reader letter
In June 1949 the Boston Sunday Globe ran an illustration and floor plan of a house. More than a year later the paper received a letter from James W. Hodgson of Falim Ipoh Malaya requesting additional details.
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Boston
U.P
Boston Sunday Globe
The
Globe
James W. Hodgson
Falim
Ipoh
Malaya
Fete to Mark Opening of Palo Duro Park Road
John Ballard of the Amarillo Chamber announces a six man committee to plan Palo Duro State Park road opening ceremonies in June. Members include Clyde Warwick Fred Jennings Jr Guy Lawrence and A J Schroeter Bal Tom McFarland. Hereford and Canyon reps join Amarillo, Hereford and Canyon chambers.
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John Ballard
Amarillo
Amarillo Chamber Meeting on May 3 Discusses Tourist Plans
A notice states the Amarillo chamber's tourist and publicity committee will hold a meeting on Thursday May 3 to discuss matters related to local tourism and promotional efforts. The small item notes the date and committee focus for residents and business leaders.
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Amarillo
Santa Fe Carloadings Rise in Week Ended April 21 1951
Santa Fe carloadings for week ending April 21 1951 totaled 24 284 up from 23 889 in the same week 1950 Cars received from connections reached 13 926 versus 11 757 a year earlier Total cars moved stood at 38 210 compared with 35 646 in 1950 reflecting higher activity across the period.
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Santa Fe
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Muleshoe Liquefied Gas Co
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Petersburg
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Spearman
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