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Newspaper

Amarillo Globe

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1950

Page

2

Notice to Public: Globe-News Board of Censors Publication

Notice to the public indicates publication use by Globe-News board of censors. Names listed include Wes Igzard Paul Allingham N Bartlett Grady Camp Mrs Sarah Winter Mrs Bob Babb Lewia Nor cor Hess and Charley Under.

Globe-News Board of Censors Wes Igzard Paul Allingham N. Bartlett Grady Camp Sarah Winter Bob Babb Lewia Norcor Fa Hess Charley Under

Rattlesnakes and ranch life notes from an old Austin column

A fragmented Austin diary-style piece reports rattlesnake sightings and ranch work including five snake-related deaths this year, rodeo odds, and horses and cattle duties. It mentions a diet loss of seven pounds in five weeks, plus casual reflections on weather, wildlife, and daily ranch chores.

Amer Ibbie Rattler

Fragments From a Rural Notebook and Cotton Bowl Bets

The column tangles humorous asides on body image and sports bets. Oklahoma fans bet on a Cotton Bowl victory over Texas then shift to local anecdotes about small towns, politics, and a newsprint shortage. It mentions figures like Justice Griffin and “Wet Check” McQuiddy, plus travel to Pewell River and a joke about Will Rogers.

Oklahoma

Powell River Paper Company Mill Invite Promises Opportunity

An invitation from the Powell River Paper Company mill operators in British Columbia could yield productive outcomes. The speaker expresses openness to travel and a willingness to engage more broadly than many others.

British Columbia Powell River Paper Company

Office moves hint at continued staff changes

Don Harrington has been ordered away from his office and says he may accompany me. The note mentions easing tedium and a possible move with Ted Houghton. Houghton has postponed his vacation until September.

Don Harrington Ted Houghton

Why Women Carry More Back Pain Than Men

A clipping argues that women suffer greater back pain due to higher lordosis and a forward spinal curve. It notes the female spine buckles forward more than the male’s, with unclear causes and no compensation by nature. Childbearing adds abdominal weight, increasing spinal strain.

Back and bearing down sore back burden tale

A terse, old fashioned note on back pain and the burden it places on wives. The speaker urges that nothing is more perplexing than a persistent sore back, warning readers about the struggle described as a husband’s or wife’s burden.

Tack

Pipes for General MacArthur Inspire Letter to Army Leader

Reporter fulfills a five year wish by delivering six Missouri corncob pipes to General Douglas MacArthur. The shells include a note that the General will not grant an interview, but he thanks the sender in a brief reply. The scene recalls the 1945 Manila drive quote and a prior press encounter.

Toyko W.P Douglas MacArthur MacArthur Manila IM5 Boonville America New York Missouri General Headquarters

Joke Larceny Is Flourishing

Hollywood humorist says joke stealing among comics is escalating. Larry Storch and others urge laws to ban pencils and papers in clubs and to frisk entrants. They note fresh TV fame spreads borrowed lines as old pros lose access to new material.

Virginia MacPherson Hollywood W.P Larry Storch Storch

Push-Button World Better and Better

Frederick C. Othman surveys postwar gadgets from self lathering cans to pressurized shampoos and nylon fur coats. He notes wax sprays, cigarette lighters with gas tanks, and a Chicago city fleet using propane buses as they roast a mix of tech quirks and future fears.

Frederick C.othman Washington Milwaukee Wis Chicago San United Features

Troning Requested for Home Service

A reader offers to have troning performed in a residence and provides a contact phone number 3 5619 for follow up.

Tack

Degrees for 315 at TCU Commencement

Fort Worth Texas. Texas Christian University will confer 315 degrees at summer commencement next Monday the registrar's office announced today. The class includes 108 candidates for master's degrees the largest number of such degrees ever conferred by TCU. Added to the 584 degrees conferred in June next week's class will bring TCU's total of 1950 graduates to the largest in history.

Fort Worth Texas Christian University TCU

Old-Timers Scribble It Down Then the Big Stampede

Comedians recount rushed notes in clubs as punchlines race to be first. Storch warns of act copying and the scramble to attract audiences. He recalls a booking where a rival mirrored his routine and cites Miami examples of nearby jokers telling the same jokes.

Will Rogers Storch Miami

Amarillo grape grower sought for extra fruit sale

A reader in Amarillo requests a local grower with a grape vine yard who will have extra grapes to sell for fresh eating. The writer is disabled with arthritis and notes fresh seasonal fruit brings relief. Contact by calling 35418 after 6 PM.

Amarillo

Local Painter Seeks Big Job and Caretaker Work

A person offering paperhanging and painting services seeks large decorating projects in homes both new and old. They do taping and painting and express interest in running tourist courts and serving as caretakers. Contact via phone 3-4708 or Poe.

Trade offer for stamp books from Gunn Brothers

A reader offers two Gunn Bros stamp books in exchange for two S H stamps. Call 2-6073.

Gunn Bros S&h

Gentleman seeks partner for dancing and companionship

A 40 year old man writes to The Globe’s Dear Mr. Tack column seeking a female partner who enjoys dancing and a friendly, considerate, cheerful lifestyle. He hopes to meet someone who values living and letting live and making friends.

Mr. Tack

Lost reddish brown coin purse downtown August

HILDA LANNING reports a lost leather coin purse on Saturday August 12 downtown. The purse contained about ten dollars and no identification. She recalls paying at Kress's fountain and later at Anthony's, and asks for return via phone numbers 2-4349 or 2-2224.

Kress Anthony Hilda Lanning West Ninth

Lost hound near Sancy Helium Plant in Canyon Texas

Mr and Mrs Craddock seek their missing hound last seen Friday evening August 4 between Sancy Helium Plant and Taylor's store on a country road near Canyon. They offer a five dollar reward and request help returning the pet.

Sancy Helium Plant Taylor's Canyon C. C. Craddock Route 1 Box Amarillo Tex

Housekeeper Wanted for Family with Children

Mrs. Chas. O. Steele seeks a housekeeper who likes children. Offers wages plus furnished room and board. Visit 826 Louisiana before 11 AM for details.

Tack Louisiana Chas. O. Steele

Pruning Saw on 10-Foot Pole Lost in South Amarillo

Reward offered for locating a pruning saw on a 10 foot pole lost off a truck in South Amarillo. Contact H. K. Tate at 511 West Ninth, phone 2 1634.

Mr. Tack South Amarillo H. K. Tate West Ninth

Working mother offers home for child care in San Jacinto

A reader advertises an ideal home in San Jacinto for leaving children, promising good care and a large yard to play in. Contact phone number 3-2446.

San Jacinto

Found Leather Key Holder With Keys In Your Pocket

A leather key holder containing car and house keys was found and turned in. Police request the owner to describe the items and provide proof of ownership to reclaim.

Tack

Machine quilting services and patterns offered by reader

A reader advertises machine quilting services claiming quilts last about twelve years and launder better than hand quilted pieces. They also offer baby quilts patterns and bed spreads and invite calls at 8147 or visits at 1903 West Seventh.

West Seventh

Youth bed for trade for chest of drawers or closet

A reader offers a youth size bed for trade for a chest of drawers or clothes closet. He will also sell cheap and asks to be contacted at 30664.

Tack

Childcare offered at home with laundry and ironing

Two children will be cared for at my home. I will also wash and iron their clothes. For details please call 3-8059.

Tack

Missing Black and White Terrier Named

Neighbor reports a small black and white terrier missing. The dog answers to a name that is not fully provided in the message. If found, please contact local authorities with any distinguishing features or details you know about the dog and its home.

Tack

Affordable four room rental sought in Friendly City

A family with two seeks a three or four room unfurnished house or apartment to rent in the Friendly City. Willing to discuss terms and location availability with potential landlords.

Housing request near Veterans Hospital in Amarillo

A letter from a Christian family at the Veterans Hospital requests a near by housing solution in Amarillo for Jim Glover aged 1 and 3. They state no alcohol or pets and that they are permanently based in the city. They seek placement details addressed to Jim Glover in care of the Veterans Hospital.

Veterans’ Hospital Amarillo Jim Glover Veterans Hospital

Wallet lost near Aug 7 7 45 PM with papers inside

L F Hoarel reports a wallet lost Thursday night around 7 45 PM containing papers. Contact 72 6501 to recover.

L. F. Hoarel

Lost Spitz Dog With Brown Spots In Dallas Area

Susan, a 3 year old, asks for help finding her white Spitz with brown spots and long hair. They brought him back from Dallas on Saturday night August 12, and by Tuesday morning he was missing.

Tack Susan Dallas Spitz

Lost dog Little Dog last seen near Lipscomb

Susan Bridgwater asks help locating her dog Little Dog who often lifts one back leg and is missing from 3608 Lipscomb. Contact 5560 with any sightings or information.

Little Dog Lipscomb Susan Bridgwater

Willing to Provide Home Foster Care for a Child

Mrs Holland seeks a family to keep a child in her home preferably a baby but open to an older child. Interested parties should call 3-1575 after 2:30 PM.

Holland

Care for motherless child offers by local couple

A husband and wife seeking to adopt or foster a motherless child express willingness to treat the child as family. They state sobriety, proximity to church and school, and provide light housekeeping, linens, bedding, and cooking vessels. Contact via phone 8147.

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