31 Aug 1926
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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1926
Page
1
The famed Gertrude Fderle, praised as Miss America, arrives in New York amid a block party, a mayoral reception with a marching band, and police parades. The piece notes her triumphs and family pride, alongside cultural notes on figures like Douglas Fairbanks and Mary Pickford and global aviation mentions.
Partial cloud cover with light showers possible in the evening. Temperatures rise to warm by afternoon with light winds from the southeast. Overnight conditions become cooler and drier with a low around pleasant levels.
The Panhandle oil field sees new life as a modified railroad commission order allows earthen crude storage under supervision. Independent operators like S. D. Mellroy and Scott Heywood will use covered earthen tanks with concrete walls to prevent a production shutdown while pipelines and rail access expand.
George Washington, a Black defendant, was found guilty of negligent homicide after a county court jury trial. He received a $1,300 fine and faces jail time if unable to pay, for the death of J A May, an elderly Panhandle pioneer, hit at Seventh and Tyler during a West Texas Chamber of Commerce event.
Twenty five members of the West Texas auxiliary of the County Clerk's Association of Texas concluded the fourth annual meeting in the Potter County library assembly room at noon. Officers elected for next year include David D. Shanks president Lucien Gose absent. Miss Fane Bryan reelected secretary treasurer George I. Smith first vice president and 4. D. Griggs second vice president. The banquet was hosted by the board of city development at the Amarillo hotel last night. The second day features a Tri State musical comedy extravaganza at the city auditorium with proceeds aiding the Tri State Fair association. Anarillo society musical comedy showcased latest gowns, hats, furs, and sportswear with ballet dancing and singing highlighted.
Interstate hearing scheduled in Dallas on September 27 to review the application of Cull. fatonwa and Beets Ve te fenetree regarding a rail project. Readers note dates and parties involved in the public proceeding.
A Oklahoma woman frantically searched for her husband described as near death after he disappeared in an oil field near town. Reports say responders and telegrams traced no trace of him, as authorities and relatives urged caution while continuing the hunt.
Neighbors found a California family in a gas filled two room basement flat after Mrs. Otto Fuller turned on the gas and died with four of her children. Otto Fuller had sought work days earlier and the family faced mounting debts and unpaid rent.
Reports from Horta Greece and Tehuantepec describe strong quakes. American consul Horace Remillard said all Americans were safe with houses down and property losses uncertain. Greece reported no casualties with damage in Piraeus and Sparta. Tehuantepec quake affected Oaxaca with details pending.
Reported collision between a Mistletoe creamery delivery coupe on Radathian near Tenth led to the seizure of whiskey and other liquor. Deputies Elvane and Townes scoured the scene but could not locate the driver or passengers as two men fled the area amid a blotched morning search and evasive details.
A young boy took his own life following the death of his sister in an accidental incident. Police and medical officials are investigating the sequence of events surrounding the tragedy.
Frank M Butler is named active vice president of the American State Bank in Amarillo. A Plainview native with a long Panhandle financial record, he previously served as vice president of the First National Bank in Plainview and led local civic groups. The Butler family has moved to 1506 Washington Street Amarillo.
Panhandle auto dealers and Amarillo chamber officials discuss organizing a Panhandle Auto Club. A drive will start tomorrow with a goal of 2,510 members and AAA affiliation granting road privileges. Headquarters planned for Amarillo with branches in neighboring towns.
Former Governor James E. Ferguson asserts that in the Texas Democratic primary 275,000 independent Democrats backed Miriam A. Ferguson and 151,755 Democrats plus 3465,000 Ku Klux Klan voters supported Attorney General Dan Moody. He predicts Moody may be pressured by rival figures Lars Mayfield Colquitt Love Webb and Evans and notes his birthday reflections.
AP reports 12 pm returns from 248 of 252 Texas counties show Ferguson 257,040 Moody 473,720 Allied 340,115 Pollard 249,099 Ball 262,576 Matcher 394,011 in governor and treasurer races. Eleventh District Court of Civil Appeals Davenport 24,251 Hickman 27,117 among partial district totals.
A statement suggests the worst remains in the mind as a political figure signals no future candidacy but vows to stay active in local politics in Tewae. The snippet notes a continuation on page seven.
Lamesa defeats The Gites in a regional contest with key players Wheatley Lutes Viet and White contributing points. Lamers and Kindermas show strong performances as the team clinches the win at home.
Local authorities announce police guards placed for the Herring election amid heightened security concerns. Officials confirm patrols at key polling sites and avenues of voting to ensure orderly casting of ballots and prevent disturbances.
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