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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1924
Page
4
The Amarillo Daily Globe announces its founding date February 20 1924 and filing as second class matter at the Amarillo Texas post office under federal act. it notes publication evenings except Saturdays and Sunday morning with Associated Press news dispatch usage rights and local news.
The Amarillo editorial urges calm reflection and straight voting in the upcoming governor election. It warns against voting for prejudice and urges readers to choose the candidate who will best serve Texas, stressing conscience and state interests over personal or religious views.
The Globe reports mixed views on funding a city swimming pool in Amarillo. Some residents urge backing the project, while others oppose, arguing the city should invest in existing facilities, noting prior private investments and the potential unfairness to local business owners.
Berlin reports show a dispute between the German Association of Automobile Dealers backing government restrictions and German manufacturers seeking looser rules. A US Commerce report cites import bans and financing as the two main barriers to German market access for American cars, with potential price advantages if duties fall, though removal prospects look grim.
Francisco Arballo an Indian man claimed as one of the oldest in the world died near Glendaley California at age 121. He fought through eight wars and had many other adventures. He came to California 63 years ago.
A dense list of Monday night radio programming across multiple stations. Includes children's stories, orchestras, quartets, soloists, and reader segments from KYW Chicago WMAG WEBH WCBD WLAG Minneapolis WHAS St Louis KSD WDAF WOS WMC WSK WEAA Dallas and others, with varying times and durations.
A dense schedule of radio programs and orchestral performances across Chicago and other cities outlines evening concerts, operas, and talk segments. Performers include Rita McFawn, Vilas Jotneon, and Jack Chapman's Orchestra with multiple station affiliations like WMAQ WHAS KSD and KGO.
Berlin AP reports the German Bank Workers' union estimates about 260000 bank clerks are unemployed, the largest single unemployed class. A banking firm cut 22000 jobs recently to reduce costs as the renten mark replaced paper currency, with banks shrinking payrolls to prewar levels after inflation boosted staffing.
A New York diary recounts late rising and weariness followed by a brisk day with Luther Reed, a tailor fitting, and park reflection. The entry recalls pirate dens with Harry Maxon, dinner at the Astor with notables like George M. Cohan and Irvin Cobb, and nightlife signs of Jardin venues.
Robert N. Lee, a World War II veteran and six time wound recipient, has received $5,000 in back compensation. Now a motion picture director in Hollywood California, Lee was due the veteran's pay.
A satirical Amarillo column mocks readers and social quirks, referencing feeble-mindedness, long hair, speeding in Florida, and a tale of a rider with a misbehaving horse. It includes a spoof letter about Wheeler and a juvenile pun on the word diadem.
Hamburg report notes German furniture makers gathered to show craftsman rooms in old North German peasant style. Oak dominates, machinery copies rustic work, and a jazzful dining room dance floor with electric orchestra is featured. A private stage visit highlights wealth and leisure.
Senator Le Baron Colt died at 5 this morning after about two weeks of illness from heart trouble and nephritis. His death vacates the chairmanship of the senate immigration committee and may lead to Senator Ifham Johnson of California being elevated to the post.
Letter to the Amarillo Globe discusses Texas politics with the Ku Klux Klan and Democratic ties in the governor race. The writer recalls Prohibition history, local option fights, women’s influence, and warns against new parties undermining the Democratic legacy. Local music and dances noted at Jack Hall's ranch.
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