War rumors and stockpiles echo in Hemphill county talk
The piece notes baby crop fears in Hemphill and Lipscomb counties along with talk of war and rising cake prices. It recalls cotton stockpile plans by the Munitions Board as Southern congressmen seek help, and includes a sharp reminiscence of a gangster interview gone wrong and the editor's push to send the reporter back.
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Hemphill and
Lipscomb
Washington
Wall Street Journal
Secretary of Agriculture
Munitions Board
Korea
The Barber Pole Tale and Neighborly Recipes
A long reading of letters and notes features a discussion of the barber pole origin and a community wish for Jennie Henrys cooking, recipes shared freely, a playful contest idea, and a Dated appeal to Mrs. Sandefur asking for six celebrated recipes to publish. It paints small town life with neighbors, games, and friendly wagers.
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Billy Henry
Jennie
B. P. Sandefur
West Virginia
Floydada
Texas
Troop Train Trip Makes Pleasant Interlude for Guard
About 250 Panhandle men from the 142nd Infantry 36th Division Texas National Guard began summer training at Camp Polk La. on modern air conditioned Pullman cars. The trip featured bull sessions and talks about home life, with Master Sgt. Aaron Stern and others handling company reports and rosters. Soldiers enjoyed Army C rations and a warm welcome in Shawnee Okla by the American Legion Auxiliary.
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Globe
Tech
Bob Rice
Walter G. Lemons
142Nd Infantry
Texas National Guard
Camp Polk
Aaron Stern
Edward Riley
Dumas
Robert Chapman
Amarillo
Gerald J. Stump
Robert Rice
Shawnee
Okla
American Legion Auxiliary
Santa Fe Railroad
Rock Island
Plains farm plan aims to rent land and start farming
A Taylor County family seeks a two year rental and help from a lender to acquire a tractor and equipment. They propose paying from future crop payments and note skills in irrigation farming and cotton work. Also included are notices about babysitting, giving away Persian kittens, lost glasses, and dog/baby-sitter requests.
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Plains Farm
Taylor County
Plains
Air Force
W.E.B
Parker
White & Kirk's
L. R. Miller
North Russell
Pampa
City Lake
Buchanan
A. H. Wells
South Part
Matador Ranch Sale Shakes World Finance Circles
After world war saving sprees, investors face inflation blues as the Matador Ranch sale enters history. Reported plans suggest buyers will raise funds via government bonds and cattle sales to settle owners.
Wife of Pension Advocate Is Dead
Mrs. Wilhemina Bogue Townsend, 81, wife of Dr. Francis E. Townsend, noted pension advocate, died yesterday in Los Angeles after a stroke a year ago and gradual decline.
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Los Angeles
Wilhemina Bogue Townsend
Francis E. Townsend
New Atomic Tests Planned Near Las Vegas Nevada
The Atomic Energy Commission announced a new series of secret atomic tests to be held soon on Frenchman’s Flat near Las Vegas Nevada. Radiation from some explosions will extend over Nevada and other areas, with precautions to maintain safe conditions. Tests will include both conventional and atomic explosive detonations, with only a few official observers initially. Previous blasts at the Nevada proving ground occurred last January and February, lighting the skies for miles.
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Washington
Frenchman’s Flats
Las Vegas
Nev
Atomic Energy Commission
Nevada
AEC
ABC
Nevada Proving Ground
French Troops in Indochina Top 240000 Since 1945
More than 240000 French troops have served in Indochina since 1945, including 12000 officers. The figure reflects extensive French military presence in the region.
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Indochina
Paris
Soldier Would Come Home And Pay Taxes
PFC Bobby F Galbreath writes to The Globe reader quiz urging service members to bear income taxes like civilians, argues military duty comes with hardships and costs, notes housing and housing costs, pay vs prices, and expresses desire to finish college and return to civilian life.
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Tack
the Globe
Amarillo
Pfe
Pfc
Bobby F. Galbreath
USMCR
Camp Pendleton
Oceanside, Cal
Personal ad seeks lodging with two children in home
Small notice requests occasional stay for the city with two children. Includes contact phone 6-7313 and offers trade items a near new living room stove suitable for a fireplace and a Simmons Beautyrest innerspring mattress with contact phone 3-6487.
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Simmons
Hoover Urges GOB Victory If They Propose Real Program
Herbert Hoover says the Republican party can win the 1952 presidential election if they intelligently expose, oppose, and propose. He warns against being mere me too critics and urges a distinct program from the GOP to appeal to voters.
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San Francisco
Herbert Hoover
Former President to speak in Des Moines on honor in public life
The former Republican President declined to name a probable GOP nominee and spoke briefly with newsmen before departing for Des Moines. He will address Iowa’s Centennial celebration tomorrow on "Honor in Public Life" and receive Iowa’s most distinguished son award.
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Des Moines
Iowa
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John H. Warner
North Pierce
Charles Braxton
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Zale
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Nti
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