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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1940
Page
12
The readable fragments reference months in 1810 and a possible purchase or exchange. Names and exact items are unclear, but the text suggests a historical financial or trade note with several dates and nondescript terms.
Real estate and vehicle sale notice listing 130 acres of grassland near the city suitable for dairy hog pen or holding area. Also advertises several old cars including a 1935 Chevrolet Coupe and a 1959 Chevrolet Coupe with prices and contact numbers. Land and autos under limited time sacrifice deals.
In Potter County Probate Court the guardian R A Ford seeks authority to lease 43.82 acres of Virginia Ford's undivided one fifth interest in Gray County land described as parts of Suburbs of Pampa. Hearing set for September 9, 1940 in Amarillo. Notice to interested parties. Also city zoning hearings in Amarillo for Grace Webster and property at 1000 1002 1004 NE Eighth Ave and 2007 2009 Madison Street on September 17 1940.
Globe News and Paramount Theater sponsor a search in Amarillo for a Typical Texan girl to represent the city at Fort Worth's two day premiere of The Westerner starring Gary Cooper. Chosen entrant receives full travel and hotel expenses and will attend events with Hollywood stars, plus a chance to be Miss Typical Texan at a New York World’s Fair. Unmarried, 18 to 24, with Texas-typical looks and personality may apply with photo and form.
Globe-News and Paramount Theater sponsor the Typical Texas Girl Quest inviting entrants to mail or bring a recent photograph to the editor by midnight September 5. The notice requests applicants to include a current photo and follow submission details for entry.
Versatile show led by Phil Harris comes to Amarillo for a single night on September 5. Harris, a longtime radio and screen star, headlines with Ruth Robin and a full ensemble. Tickets go on sale Friday with reservations through H. A. Dyer.
Karol Morrell Waxman directs Creative Theater Arts of Hollywood organizing a twenty player company to be developed and cast in fall and winter plays for radio and stage. Private dramatic readings and credentials or interview by phone 2-2900.
City records show a zoning map change for 2020 and 2022 at Madison Street Nos 13 and 14 Block 1 Sunset Addition in Amarillo moving from A Dwelling Area to B Dwelling Area as filed by the City Secretary assistant.
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