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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1950
Page
2
Public notice lists individuals including Paul Alingham Wattt Grady Camp Mrs Sarah Mrs Bob Babb Lewis Nor Hess and Charley Under as the group approved to push the content for publication by filube News board of censors.
Flood waters subsiding but caution remains as authorities warn of a potential dry spell ahead. Weather outlook suggests decreasing rainfall and rising temperatures, signaling a shift toward drought risk for the coming weeks.
The visiting Low Stogner, aged 65, remains alert and cagey while greeting many townspeople. He shows lively talkativity and quick wit, continuing to engage actively with locals as he moves through the town.
A reader directed message explains a new system is being installed and will take a few days longer to function. The tone is apologetic for ragged delivery and thanks readers for their patience.
A reminiscence notes a sixteen year old printer who ran a weekly in Emmett Idaho, shaping type and ads, delivering papers, amid notes on public figures and wartime politics. It includes letters from Plainview Texas readers and a breeder’s boast about parti colored cocker spaniels, with a young Dorothy Curtis sharing plans to raise show dogs.
Jack Lait reports from The State that English resentment grows amid rationing and taxation. A Labor-voter complains of low wages and lack of support during the war, while American tourists sway from England. Uprooted by luxury at home, readers ignore Korea and Asia unless the United States acts, sparking debate over Britain’s role.
Russell Barnett of Route 1 Claude Texas warns the thief who took building material from the Russell Barnett place east of Washburn to return it or mail $90 in cash to the Washburn store. He threatens a warrant and notes the offense is a penitentiary offense if not resolved.
Los Angeles report states months will pass before unskilled workers are needed in aircraft plants. Thousands apply for jobs but the Aircraft Industries Association notes skilled and semi skilled workers are required now while Rosie the Riveter rehiring is not yet underway.
A rummage sale will be held Saturday under the sponsorship of the Ladies Friendship Class of the San Jacinto Methodist Church at 612 East Tenth.
AKRON Aug 3 General Tire and Rubber Co raised prices on passenger and farm tractor tires 5 percent and truck tires 7 percent. Industry sources expect other rubber firms to follow with similar hikes. This marks the third tire price increase since May, driven by the rising crude rubber market. Most tubes remain unchanged as those tires use synthetic rubber.
Emily Post answers readers on guest dining etiquette gift traditions for parents of a groom to a fiancée and traditional wedding presents, proper tartar sauce on fish, and polite thank you customs. She also addresses whether artificial flowers are suitable for home decoration, recommending china glass or silver instead.
In North Korea Aug 3 the South Korean government plans to send a full list of 404 Communist prisoners to the International Red Cross. Prisoners fear their families will be persecuted by the Communists if the list is published. Col Paik Won Kyo, head of the POW camp, says the men were instructed to fight or die and never surrender.
A Long Island reader notes Canasta popularity among bridge players and profiles Larceny Lou’s deceptive Canasta play. He describes a risky yet clever bluff involving jokers and nines to win a big hand, warning that brilliant plays tempt fate and can backfire.
Mr. Jacoby cannot answer each reader query on Canasta but will feature the most frequently asked questions in his column. The piece previews common topics and clarifies rules, strategies, and typical mistakes for players seeking guidance.
Mr and Mrs J L Rury of 700 Cleveland suffered minor injuries when their car rear ended a parked truck in the 1600 block of Arthur. They were treated at Northwest Texas Hospital after the Blackburn Shaw ambulance took them from the scene. The car was driven by William A Beale 22 of 700 Cleveland. Rury said Beale was blinded by lights from another car.
Four Amarillo Veterans of Foreign War members were chosen as delegates to the national VFW convention in Chicago from August 27 to September 1. Albert B. Randall Jack Isaacs Gus Keith and Claude Romain were selected at the Amarillo Post No. 1475 meeting, where 14 new members joined and 18 took obligation pledges with 92 members present led by Commander Mel C. Kruse.
Mexico City report notes Universal quotes banking and business circles claiming the US Senate approval of a loan to Spain marks the start of diplomatic moves likely to lead to official recognition of the Spanish government, signaling an end to economic ostracism for the peninsula.
Roald Lutness of Plentywood was saved after his brother Bernard cut a slit in the windpipe with a paring knife to insert a rubber tube for breathing. The improvised procedure, aided by Bernard’s wife who trained briefly as a nurse, followed a baseball strike to the Adam’s apple and occurred before hospital transfer.
Dear Tack found a small brown puppy 3 to 6 months old, breed likely Chow, owner to verify by identifying. Phone 3-8855 after 7 PM. Also offers a part-Persian female cat for adoption. cat is pretty and trained. Contact 24749. A READER.
Mrs J H Alcorn reports a missing baby sandal described as blonde and size 3. Finder should call 2 7280. Last seen near 2606 Fillmore. contact Mrs Alcorn for return.
A kind owner offers a well behaved house cat able to stay indoors and litter trained. Call 29738 to arrange a safe adoption with a loving new family.
Grace M. Garrett offers a five dollar reward for a lost North West Texas Hospital School of Nursing class pin dated 1933. The pin is round gold with a red cross and gold star. Also seeks homes for four kittens and their mother, plus a lost blue plumber’s tool box in Amarillo. Call numbers included.
Person seeks fresh dill to buy for cucumber canning and dill pickles. Offers to pay and asks helpers to contact at phone number 2 6075. Promptly requests others with surplus dill to reach out.
On Friday July 28 a senile appearing red cocker spaniel visited a residence at 3607 North East Twenty-Third. The dog is described as old and the owner is urged to call 3-9033 to reunite.
Dear Tack asks to perform washing at home using an Easy Spin drier washer. Provides contact number 2-6905 and address 316 Mountain Drive for arranging service.
Mrs Oleta McCarty of 2600 North West Fifth offers child care by day night or week and sewing services including little girls dresses. She requests contact via phone 3-1237 and states the work is reasonable and needed.
A reader seeks home typing work and provides contact by phone 3 3863 for Mr Tack.
A brief notice highlights help from Globe-News Want Ads for families seeking support and opportunities in a motherless home context. It urges readers to use the classifieds to connect with resources and assistance.
I am in desperate need of work and offer to care for children day or night in your home or mine. I can also take care of bedfast people. I have a large fenced yard and can be reached at phone 6629 or by visiting 805 North Madison rear.
E. R. Foster seeks help locating a small white bird dog pup with light brown long ears. Contact 8660 or visit 411 North East Ninth for details.
Mrs Silvey seeks good homes for several darling kittens. Contact phone 3-6312. Location Wagon Wheel Trailer Court, rear house east of underpass, Highway 66.
Mrs. V. E. Martin lists a home canning venture offering pressure canning for any fruits or vegetables. Location details place the operation near Pavillard Drive with the first right on St. Francis Ave. Route 3 box 142 Amarillo Texas provided for contact.
A pretty little grey kitten is offered free to a good home. Call during office hours at 3 3997 to arrange adoption.
On Saturday July 22 a likely house key was found on a ring resembling a shower curtain ring at Fourth and Taylor. The finder notes the possible owner may call 7621 to claim it.
A reader seeks to swap or sell a large Proctor electric roaster. The advertiser invites trades and will consider offers.
A brief contact line lists a phone number 3-6819 for inquiries about obtaining a half bed or green or blue stamps.
Part Persian kitten, black and white, seeking a loving home. Contact Sally Brooks at 2104 Polk or phone 2-1834 for details and to arrange adoption.
A well located three or four room apartment with bath is sought for mid August. Furnished only with a refrigerator and cooking facilities. Rent budget is 50 to 55 dollars per month. References available. Call 20782 or visit 1601 Hayden.
A terse plea asks anyone who sees, has, or knows the whereabouts of Mike Gholston to call 2-4857, requesting contact with the caller.
I am a colored woman and would you please help me get some washing to do. Will do nice laundry or dry work, either one. Phone 3-6600, ALLIE MAE COOK 813 North Adams.
Anita advertises for housework in a local notice, providing phone number 30166 and address 1021 North Washington, signaling readiness to work. The brief classified item identifies Anita as the worker seeking employment.
A widow offers Monday and Saturday as her two workdays. She will clean houses, iron clothes, and care for children at night. She guarantees satisfaction and asks to be called at 2-4793 after 6 PM.
A lost brown leather hand tooled purse was found along Taylor street between Twenty fourth and Sixteenth or on Sixteenth between Taylor and Washington. Please return to Virginia Leitzell at Draughon’s Business College 612 Taylor.
A brown zipper billfold with tan engraved flowers disappeared from a bus at North East Eighth and McMasters. A boy called about it but left no name or contact. It contained pictures Social Security card and identification. If found call 39463.
Iris and violets are freed at the residence of 2612 Ong according to a brief local notice. The item lists a small garden release or sale of plants without further context or authorities. No additional names or organizations are provided.
Oak baby bed with kantwet innerspring mattress offered for trade for a 39 inch fold up coil spring bed with innerspring mattress. Contact Mrs Lloyd Griffith at 1024 Hillcrest, phone 84.
A kitten named T disappears from 3401 South Amarillo. Last seen Sunday, July 23. Owner requests help locating the small bluish gray cat that remains missing from the residence.
Woman asks for help recovering a blue jacket with red flowers and four glass buttons lost on Saturday July 29. She visited the post office and Trailway Bus locations and hopes the finder returns it.
Traveler returns from vacation to Amarillo asks finder of delayed suitcase to contact them. They live at Army Tech Village and cannot provide a phone, requesting a postcard so they can retrieve the clothing personally.
A colored girl advertises as a baby sitter and offers contact by phone at 3-6205. The brief notice emphasizes suitability for child care work and readiness to start.
Local notice reports a white pair of gloves and a glove holder left at Bivins School on Saturday July 22 by a girl whose mother voted. The owner may reclaim them at 1201 Crockett Street or avenue.
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