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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1927
Page
12
A brief note notes rising textile output in the Soviet Union as World War II-era production scales shift. It cites broader industrial gains and mentions government emphasis on textiles as a key economic barometer.
Tulsa mayor Herman Newblock outlines a future where aviation becomes central to city life. He predicts air traffic cops, pilots in court, a municipal airport, rooftop landings, and layered air corridors for freight and passenger aircraft as the aviation age rapidly grows.
The Associated Press reports at La Plaza Bolivia that about 100 hostile Indians were killed and many wounded in a clash with Bolivian troops sent to quell a large uprising in Potosi. Sixty rebel leaders were captured as the revolt, involving around 50,000 Indians, led to looting and arson of farms and warehouses.
A quarantine on movements of grapefruit oranges and other fruits from Cameron Hidalgo and Willacy counties in Texas was announced by Secretary Jardine effective August 15. The action aims to control the Mexican fruit worm infestation and curb its spread.
Charles Williams and George May of Newfoundland tell of eleven days adrift off Grand Banks aboard the Donald A. Creaser. After being rescued by the Albuera, they describe blistering sun, bitter thirst, hunger, and a final return to warmth and home.
Police seized over 100 bottles of beer in a raid on a Jackson Street house last night. Two women were taken into custody and charges were expected to be filed today.
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