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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1928
Page
1
A New York City item notes the tele phone company offering time for a nickel after initial resistance. It mentions clocks and watches dealers inviting ads and hints at broader reflections on prosperity and thrift. The piece then shifts to flight history, lifeguards in New York and religious issues in Mexico, with a brief South floods note and a North Bay Ontario drowning incident. CONTINUED ON PAGE TWO.
President Hoover spoke in Albuquerque New Mexico en route to Branch LeWes stressing tolerance. Rep William A Foldfield Arkansas predicts Democratic capture of border states Oklahoma Missouri Kentucky and Tennessee. Senator Joseph T Robinson arrives New York for Albany conference with Governor Smith as he drafts a report for the Democratic National Committee on Southern conditions. Senator Charles Curtiss plans a New England speaking tour for the Republicans. Governor Smith prepares a letter replying to White and Straten on recent record charges to be released tomorrow.
The Texas railroad commission held a hearing on applying Interstate Commerce Commission mileage freight rates in Texas. The proposal would lower long haul costs and raise short haul charges on most products except heavy moving goods. Testimony from railroads and shippers began with over 150 attendees, moved to the senate chamber for space, as experts and chamber representatives spoke.
An Amarillo business man paid more than a dime to dance eight dreamy waltzes at a local hall Saturday night. He introduced himself to a golden haired dancer and took the very next dance, pairing with her for a close embrace before the scene ended in sorrow. The tale reads like a cautionary waltz about fleeting romance.
The Panhandle and Plains of Texas Inc led by Col Harve Haines asked the Texas Department of Agriculture to remove all grazing focused maps from cultural and livestock bulletins 8 and 9. They argued Dallesman Sherman Oldham Deaf Smith and Palmer counties and parts of Harvey Castro Moore and Hutchinson were misrepresented, hurting immigration of farmers. Commissioner George B Terrell replied the maps used seven cases and Texas products were varied, offering to revise bulletin or omit the products map if needed.
A man was killed when gunmen fired on him from a passing car. Witnesses said several bullets struck the victim, and police suspected the motive was connected to liquor or illegal liquor activity.
A bus fire in Red Wing Minnesota killed four people and injured six or more as passengers fled the blaze. Authorities Are investigating the cause of the incident and the situation remains under review.
Governor Smith declines to discuss Prohibition in advance of his acceptance speech set for Wednesday night. He will address the issue in clear terms then and in the campaign, but will not outline plans yet. He says no definite campaign schedule has been set and awaits notification before launching travel.
Hundreds of motorists flocked to the Joy Ride at Tri-State Park on a sunny Sunday. Long lines formed as visitors paid 10 cents for adults and five cents for children to enjoy the popular rides including the wave ride, with many cars looping the circuit repeatedly.
Walter Allee and Clifford TM. announce they will present their case in the court of civil appeals here Tuesday. Allen claims Braley is a citizen of Darhart instead of Panhandle, making him a nonresident of the Thirty-first district and ineligible for the August run-off election.
Beleckow police hunt for a small coupe reported stolen in Big Spring. The vehicle was taken Saturday afternoon and believed moving toward Beleckow. Witnesses mention a nearby lumber and service business name on signs.
Representatives from the Order of Railroad Conductors and Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen report ballots for a potential strike are being collected in Fort Worth and Kansas City and sent to Chicago headquarters. Local voting has been underway for three days with results not expected soon. The dispute centers on wage increases of about 11 percent and arbitration outcomes anticipated by September.
Cr Gilbert of 00 Heuston Street was injured when a car driven by K Striley of 1602 Washington Street struck him at the Second and Taylor street intersection. He suffered scalp wounds and possible fractures. reported improving at St. Anthony hospital with attendants noting good progress.
Normen EF Roegers infant son of Mr and Mrs H Rogers of Happy died at 2 oclock this morning in a local hospital. Body to be sent to Happy for funeral services and burial in Wayside Cemetery Potter County.
Mrs E B Wid won 34 shot and killed George Lim erly 32 at home of Mrs Wilson then killed herself. Dorothy Walker 14 slept nearby woke to call a doctor then heard a second shot. Dorothy found both bodies. automatic pistol found. Cafe employees testified the couple quarreled yesterday.
The article notes preparations for Nellie Taylor Ross arrival and notification ceremonies in Albany. It mentions Mrs. Roosevelt and Mrs. Robinson traveling, guest stays at the Roosevelt home, and plans for a reception by multiple Democratic groups in New York. Former Wyoming governor Ross will be joined in the events by Mrs. Smith and other notable figures.
Art Goebel landed in New York City after a nonstop coast to coast flight from California in 18 hours 58 minutes, breaking the transcontinental record in the opposite direction. Crowd and officials tracked his path, noting the late arrival and cautious reception as aviation history was made.
Amarillo hosts the Globe News Style and Automobile Merchants show next Monday night with latest fashions and new car models straight from factories. The event runs 2 PM to closing time, with a street dance at 9 20 PM and the Amarillo Automotive association meeting to assign spaces.
Hollywood gossip reports that Terrible Tom Mix will face Weaving Will Morrissey in a projected midweight championship bout announced after a party hosted by George Rebar. The pair trade taunts and boast readiness to box anywhere, anytime for stakes amid conflicting accounts.
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