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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1945
Page
6
House Speaker Sam Rayburn, at his Bonham farm, said he would travel to Washington by train and arrive early Monday. He fractured his left arm last week, now in a heavy cast, and joked about carrying cement. He also indicated that tax levels would stay high for the life of the current Congress.
Tax payers anticipate a partial reduction in national taxes when Congress convenes next week, with predictions that lawmakers will ease the tax burden but not overhaul the system.
Members of Palo Duro Grove No. 2253 Woodmen Circle and their families plan a watermelon feast at 8 o clock tomorrow night in the southwest corner of Ellwood Park. If the weather is bad the event moves to WOW Hall. Guardian Marie Smith announced the plans.
State and local officers hunted 16 Latin American inmates who escaped from Harlem State Prison Farm No 1 near Sugarland during Monday night hurricane.
An advertising pitch touts Arrid as a new vanishing cream deodorant to prevent underarm odor and perspiration stains. It claims skin safety no irritation no fabric damage quick drying after shaving and fabric-friendly formula with an American Institute of Laundering approval. It promotes regular use and availability in drug and department stores priced 39 and 59 cents plus tax.
Woman's Page notes a miscellaneous wedding shower for Miss Bonnie McClenny bride elect of Sgt. Melvin Crawford. Guests attended at Miss Doris Wise's home on North Polk with games and prize winners. many attendees and gift givers are listed.
Miss Waldine Carolyn Frazee aged 24 died at 9 45 this morning at her family home 2221 Tyler after a long illness She was the daughter of Mr and Mrs Waldo R Frazee and had moved here two years ago She belonged to Polk Street Methodist Church She is survived by her parents and a brother Set Charles Co Frazee The body is at N S Griggs and Sons pending funeral arrangements
Mrs. Jennie LeBow aged 91 died at 1 25 this morning in a local hospital. She lived in Amarillo two and a half years with her son W C LeBow of 745 North Taylor and was a Baptist Church member. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Blackburn Shaw Funeral Home.
Alfred Bennett Cowdrey a 28 year old Laub bock man under suspended sentence for impersonating a federal officer was in custody of the U S deputy marshal today held for parole violation. Cowdrey was delivered to Amarillo last night by deputy Eugene Williams.
First grade students lacking birth certificates may obtain birth cards at the city health office free of charge. Dr. D. M. Cowgill urged parents or students to secure cards before next Wednesday, the elementary schools registration date.
Amarillo area foresees clear skies with temperatures around 94 degrees this afternoon. Little change expected in temperature tomorrow as conditions remain fair.
Sewing instruction led by Mrs. Zella Riggs at 8 o clock at the Downtown USO. Wives Club meets 1 o clock also at the Downtown USO. Bridge session at 2 o'clock. Calling All Girls Club at the YWCA building 501 Lincoln at 10:30. LTD Club hosted by Mrs. J. C. Wyatt at 2509 Jackson 7:30 with a covered dish supper for husbands of members.
Texas veterans claim totals rise at about 300000 monthly, with July clearing through the state office at 2419026. Death benefits arrive at 30 daily, service-disability claims expected to climb, as War II veterans seek all entitled benefits.
Fire crews from Central Station responded to a vacant lot at 801 Harrison and to the Herring Garage at 200 Pierce. The sulphur pile and the oil fire caused only slight damage.
Luther Sharp of Dallas, director of farm market relations for a Texas research organization, visited the Amarillo Experiment Station today to review cooperative programs and discuss outreach.
State Selective Service headquarters orders county draft boards No. 1 and 2 to operate 8 to 5 Monday through Friday abandoning Saturday hours. Effective this week the change reduces weekly draft board hours by four.
A funeral service was held in Lubbock for Fred Snyder a 63 year old pioneer rancher who died Monday the article notes he was from the Lubbock area and attended the service.
Miss Charlotte Stirratt will leave tonight for Houston after a week with her parents Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Stirratt at 1104 Taylor. The pair took a short trip to New Mexico during the visit.
A 40 year family favorite Mexiana soothes rash irritated skin and protects against rubbing clothing. The medicated powder offers quick cooling relief for itching burning and stinging from minor skin troubles and comes in larger sizes for savings. Always get Mexsana.
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