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Amarillo Globe

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1950

Page

2

Iowa Leads Nation In Horses And Riding Clubs

The report states Iowa tops the nation with 172 saddle clubs and 202,150 riding horses, per Joe Foote of Ames Iowa. It notes a real estate tale from Amarillo and a Massachusetts hospital sleep policy, then asks about California’s most valuable crop, revealing grapes as surprising answer.

Iowa Joe Foote Ames Amarillo Nevva S Globe Bank News-Globe Arthur Tt Massachusetts United States Cedric Adams California

Oddball Items and canine talk in a busy page

A quirky mix features frozen iced coffee and butterfly shrimp with sauces, a new hair style called compromise, and a remark on sugar hoarders. Also present are dog listings, hunting-pair ads, and cynical Washington notes about Truman, Korea, and Capitol confusion.

Mr. Adams Ginger Rogers Holleaith Gordon McRae Hemney Philadelphia

Clovis Reader Seeks Tack to Cover Washington Score

P. F. Jordan of Clovis writes the editor urging columnist Tack be sent to Washington to provide a return score update. He asks for official instructions directing Tack to file a report on the score.

P. F. Jordan Clovis Izzard Tack Washington

Why Tack? Facta and figures in newspapers today

The piece argues that newspapers reveal actions and data shaping the country, urging readers to understand what has been done and what is still being done. It emphasizes accountability and public opinion based on verifiable reporting of events and consequences.

Harry S. Truman United States of America Korea Russia Ae 5 Truman Guill Republican Party

Johnson urges Truman action now not after November

Hurrah for Sen Lyndon Johnson takes a stand advocating immediate presidential action rather than waiting until after November. He argues the country needs decisive steps without delay and praises timely leadership.

Sen Lyndon Johnson Truman

Washingtons fears over controls on prices wages and distribution

The speaker asks why people fear tightening controls, arguing Washington should regulate prices wages and distribution. They warn that many fear next elections and some may not be returned to office if such actions are pursued.

Joe Knittel Mr. Knittel Tacky United States Hey Jim Bell Texas Washington

No Hesitation in Congress While Soldiers Die in Korea

A call condemns political cowardice as Congress debates while American servicemen are being killed in Korea, urging decisive action and steadfast leadership.

Vermont Classifieds Offer 15 Acres and Junk-Store Farm

An old Vermont real estate listing advertises 15 acres with a 5 room house, a good barn, fertile land, and a brook for 2500 dollars. The owner’s habit of discarding junk around the property creates a jumble under which unusually fertile, level land remains, inviting a couple to run a small farm and large scale junk business. The house is sturdy with gravity spring water, electric light, and a nonworking fireplace, shaded by maples. the barn is solid though paint is peeling, and the outhouse faces the road. The overall scene blends practical farming potential with a strong dose of clutter and odor from goats.

Vermont

Saturday Horoscope by Birth Day Guide

Readers are urged to choose a birthday star to read the corresponding forecast. The piece outlines traits for signs and letters for each birthday group, noting confidence, ambition, romance, and acting with prudence. It premium-opts for self-assertion and social awareness, ending with Cancer’s forecast.

Actire Capricorn Aquaria ARIES Taurus Gemini

Polio Strikes Three In Snyder Family

In Fort Worth on August 11, three members of the Wilson family from Snyder were polio patients at City-County Hospital. Carroll Ann Wilson, 9, was admitted yesterday as the third member, with Mary Miles Wilson, 8, and Lawana Jo Housley, 9, admitted August 3. They are daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Wilson.

Fort Worth Wilson Snyder City County Hospital Carroll Ann Wilson Mary Miles Wilson Lawana Jo Housley Walter Wilson

Farmer dies in wreck near Hawkins

Horace Clifton La Force, 59, a Hawkins Texas farmer, was killed in an auto bus crash near Hawkins yesterday. The accident occurred as he traveled in rural Gladewater area. La Force is survived by family members and was known in the Hawkins community. Funeral arrangements have not yet been announced.

Farmer Gladewater Horace Clifton la Force Hawkins Tex

City of Amarillo to auction private residences

The City Commission of Amarillo invites sealed bids for the sale of five private residences within the city. Bids due by 3:00 p.m. August 22, 1950, must include a certified check for at least 0% of the bid. Properties range from three to six rooms with two having garages, located at 814, 816, 818 Lamar and 821, 823 Bryan Streets. Buildings vacated by September 12 with 30 days to remove. The city may reject any bid deemed not to reflect fair value.

City Commission Amarillo Texas City of City Auditorium 5Th Buchanan Streets Lamar Street Bryan Street N. V. Moss

Guill in Blistering Attack on President

Congressman Ben Guill, at a Texas Republicans gathering, assails President Truman’s administration for unpreparedness, cites defense funding with no results, and warns of immediate peril requiring rearmament. The piece notes campaigns at Panhandle celebrations, a Top of Texas rodeo stop, KGNC broadcasts, and campaign materials from Kenneth Wheatley.

Guill GLOBE Ben Guill Texas

Radio Schedule Fragments From Classic Lineup

A fragmented radio schedule lists programs from One Man's Family to The Lone Ranger with time slots and host names such as W. Roger, Jack Lait, Deems Taylor, Mindy Carson, and Sam's Club. The text shows varied programs including News, Addresses, Dimension X, and various sponsors in a late hour lineup.

News of the World Rockie W. Roger We the People Jack Lait Bill Stern Deems Taylor Deems

Dummy Daze At Salon Ends In Jump Scare

Carrie Bain a 23 year old finds a figure slumped in a chair at a Washington beauty salon. She flees via a glass door after realizing the dummy is a prank. She receives treatment for lacerations from the startled incident.

Washington Carrie Bain

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