02 Aug 1926
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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1926
Page
1
The text weighs a murder shaped by revenge and secrecy, arguing public sentiment will press for innocence or guilt while detailing alleged hardships of the accused and public reactions. It also covers Mexican policy shifts on Catholics, labor strikes, Krishnamurti and Besant, and mixed social commentary on labor, politics, and religion.
Fragmentary weather notice shows you see storm risk and rain likelihood for a coastal district with unclear timing. Forecasters warn variable winds and possible showers but lack precise hour by hour details.
The cornerstone at the new Central Presbyterian Church at Eleventh and Harrison was placed with a large citywide gathering. Dr G L Yates led the service praising Christ as the master-builder while Dr R Thomson and Dr M W Cunningham deposited documents and a roll of members in the stone. The church now lists 1 006 members with 89 non residents and a 100 year coin symbolizing growth through grace.
Ama rillo reports Dr M W Cunningham one of the happiest men as charter member of Central Presbyterian Church since its 1890 organization. He helped place the cornerstone of the new church at Eleventh and Harrison streets.
Henry R. Airheart 79, longtime Justice of the Peace for precinct 1 place 2, died at his daughter's home on Sunday after a three week illness. He earned the nickname Amarillo's marrying justice for officiating hundreds of marriages. Funeral at Griggs chapel with Rev. Virgil Fisher and Rev. G. H. Bryant officiating. burial in Llano Cemetery. Survived by his widow and four daughters and two sons.
Edward Guleke born March 1, 1861 in Rockland County New York died in Nanuet on a Sunday morning from an infection that followed an accidental scalp wound. He lived in Amarillo for years and later in New York, survived by daughter Martha Gulerie Hansen and son James O. Guleke, with several siblings listed. The body will be returned to Amarillo for burial in Llano Cemetery. funeral arrangements to be announced.
In Fort Worth on August 2, two brothers M Turner and Y Turner ages 38 and 43 admitted to robbing the Haslet State Bank at 9 45 am taking 1800. They said they lived in Dallas and had spent Sunday night in Fort Worth. Deputies recovered all the loot and returned it to the bank. The pair said they were desperate for money and chose the bank robbery over harming individuals.
A Denison milling plant fire damaged the Girdell mill complex and caused significant material loss. Local firefighters responded to containment efforts as neighbors watched. Authorities inspect for cause and assess economic impact on the community.
Inspiration Oil plans to shoot its Thompson No 1 well today after officials stated a 3020 foot oil show and a total depth of 53 1050 feet. A 360 quart charge is set for the operation which could yield at least 200 barrels daily once completed. The project, located in Hutchinson county near Berthon Block M 1s, is viewed as a significant effort in the region.
Evangelist Burke Culpepper drew 2000 listeners last night using Martha Lazarus Judas and Mary to illustrate contemporary failings. He depicted modern weakness through vivid pantomime and staged scenes, urging moral reform amid chaotic reception.
Fragmentary OCR text references a mass at Sardis with unclear details and multiple garbled phrases. The readable elements indicate a religious gathering or service at Sardis with uncertain timing and participants. No clear individuals, organizations, or locations are established.
Rock Island reaches Liberal from Amarillo as Col. C T Herring drives the first spike at 11 30 AM near the round house. L C Fritch outlines a rapid build plan with a temporary bridge over the Canadian river and stations opening before river reach. Projected line growth reaches Antelope Peak by November and river by year’s start with a $10 million spend on the new route.
A New York report cites 700 deaths linked to bad liquor this year. Health officials warn of continued danger while authorities urge public caution and enforcement.
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