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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1950
Page
9
A vintage notice offers Johnston's no-roach coating to kill roaches ants and waterbugs with a colorless odorless brush on treatment priced at 89 cents 169 and 298 available at White Kirk Amarillo fourth floor Sixth Polk. Separately Calcutta India reports 480 cholera deaths in a single week a new record.
The Wyatts boast strong business with weekly stock replenishment. A large selection includes antique wrought iron gates, ornate balconies, stained glass sanctuary lamps, brass lamps, and colorful prints for framing. A one day jewelry showing is set for Wednesday September 6 at Wyatt's studio 1500 Jefferson from 9 to 6. Discounts on lamps this week, plus a clearance of trunks, cots, stoves and bedding at set low prices. Parking available.
An estimated 15 million in the United States have hearing loss, including 3 million children. Early treatment can prevent deafness, especially in youth. Maynard Draak, Audiphone Company rep for North Texas, offers free audio meter tests at 922 Travis Street, telephone 6132, with ample parking.
Mize Radio offers guaranteed repairs for any radio type from console to pocket size. Charlie Mize performs the work personally at 410 West Tenth, using expert know how from years in the field and experience as an air corps radio instructor.
A 15 percent rise in automobile numbers is identified as a contributing cause of Switzerland's declining railroad passenger traffic, with shifts in travel mode reducing rail usage across the country.
Modern pest control ad promotes Johnston's No Roach as the modern method for roaches ants and water bugs. It claims a colorless invisible coating that remains effective for months and is odorless and stain free. Prices listed 8 oz 89c pint 1.69 quart 2.98. Available at White & Kirk 4th Floor.
Marshall Deaton promotes affordable magazine subscriptions from his bedside, offering 3000 titles and reduced rates until Sept. 30. The service aims to save money for superintendents teachers librarians and parents with orders for Life Time Holiday Saturday Evening Post Look Reader's Digest Grade Teacher Jack & Jill Boys' Life and more. Contacts: 1005 N. Woodland Amarillo Texas Phone 2-3061.
A vintage ad promotes Stephan's Dandruff Remover and Shampoo sold by Frank's Barber & Beauty Supply in Amarillo. The professional formula, available with or without oil, carries prices of 1 for a half pint and 1.75 for a pint, with claims of no perfume and no greasiness.
R. B. Mitchell of Champion Cycle Company in Amarillo repairs outboard motors motorcycle motors and parts. He moved to 1600 West Third and offers scooter bicycle and general wheel repairs with a guarantee and personal service after attending the Harley Davidson Factory school.
S T Munhall of Munhalls Fine Carpets at 108 East Tenth promotes Santa Fe wool chenille carpet in grey beige and light green. Available in 12 and 15 foot widths, meth proof and guaranteed three years. Want samples call 3 2105 or 3 4461 and Mr Munhall will visit. Also offers cotton carpet in uncut and cut pile with many colors and exact yardage pricing.
A doctor from Cudworth, Scotland, was trapped in an upstairs room but escaped danger by grabbing a thin copper radio aerial wire and swinging to safety. The dramatic rescue underscores the peril and quick thinking during the blaze.
Funeral services were to be held in Jasper today for A M Black 79 East Texas lumberman and Jasper's first mayor. Black head of Black Lumber Company died yesterday in Jasper He also served as vice president and general manager of Palmetto Lumber Company.
Early this year Israel encountered a soap shortage tied to a lack of key raw materials. Industry officials cited disrupted supply chains and imports delays affecting production. Consumers reported higher prices and thinner bars across major retailers.
W R Byers of Western Vacuum Cleaner Sewing Machine Supply offers converting treadle machines to electric for as low as 24 50 plus installation. He can repair and return machines, provide parts for all makes, and sell new and rebuilt units with guarantees. Call 5663 for pickup repair or a home demonstration.
In Pine Bluff Arkansas Thelmon Hampton a 58 year old Black man donated a pint of blood at a hospital Friday intended for his ill sister. A late night fight left him injured and he needed a transfusion and received his own blood back.
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