26 Apr 1938
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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1938
Page
1
A weather note predicts possible showers with heavy spots as a major disturbance nears, signaling a return of spring rain in the eastern Panhandle and beyond. The piece notes the current wet trend in the region and mentions other local items and anecdotes.
A narrator recalls Washington in 1930s days when 100000 women roam offices and politics stir, noting beauty contests, payroll strains, and relatives draining government jobs. Details include a home sale at 113 Sunset Terrace, 2408 Hughes Street improvements, and Amarillo showplaces.
A terse personal notice from a 31 year old man with a small family seeks any available employment. He lists experience in farm and dairy work and truck driving, asking for help to find work, preferably ranch-related tasks.
Potter County Assessor-Collector of Taxes Miss Jewell Davidson announces candidacy for re election subject to the Democratic Primary on July 28 1938 She pledges courtesy accuracy and continuation of capable deputies and service to the people of Potter County in her campaign statement
Washington reports Governor Philip La Follette calls a Liberal meeting in Madison Wisconsin to gauge potential third party strength among lawmakers. Senator Norris Nebraska Independent says wait to see if Roosevelt seeks a second term before forming a coalition or third party. He argues a coalition could push the President to run again if Roosevelts measures are blocked.
The Amarillo Globe reports flights expanding to 62 826 miles daily nationwide as Lubbock and Pampa planes cover the northeastern Panhandle. English Field ceremonies planned for May 19 mark the air mail service anniversary, recalling the 1918 New York to Washington start with 218 miles in two relays.
The piece notes how voters scrutinize candidates investiga tions and quotes a candidate calling his wife’s bank account the overdrawn bank account of a housewife. It reflects on names like Terrell, past name change attempts, and how candidates spotlight minor charges while neglecting large spendings. It also mentions photo choices, age cues, and image management in campaigns.
20 years old with farm and ranch experience offers to drive tractor and work anywhere. Seeks a 45 to 50 year old, non drinking non smoking gent with ability to support a wife and run a business. Also requests help finding a small bulldog or white dog to adopt. notes Claude, Texas.CONTINUED ON PAGE 7
A historical guidance outlines four methods to curb dandelions in Amarillo lawns. It advises digging plants at bloom time, preventing seed spread, and using iron sulfate sprays with specific mixing, application timing, and safety notes for lawns, sidewalks, and furnishings.
James Edward Brown of Pampa was arraigned before the U S commissioner on extortion charges. He allegedly sent a threatening letter to Brown Standard Food Store demanding 1000 dollars and threatening a bombing if not paid. Brown was released on a five thousand dollar bond.
Air Maility of Amarillo will send three feeder flights from Amarillo to collect mail from Pampa Lubbock and other towns. Flight one with John Payne visits Dumas Dalhart Tucumcari Adrian Vega and returns to Amarillo. Flight two with Thornton Oxnard visits Canyon Hereford Clovis Dimmitt Tulsa Happy and back. Flight three by Carl Bentsen covers Claude Clarendon Memphis Childress and Silverton.
An advertisement urges readers to use Fitch's Dandruff Remover Shampoo to treat an itching scalp caused by dandruff. It claims ordinary shampoos fail to remove dandruff and guarantees satisfaction with a money back offer.
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