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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1930
Page
2
The writer, bound for Corsicana, predicts the Sandies will win over Amarillo, citing belief in their intelligence and manpower. He notes weak book sales, Christmas efforts, local booster remarks by Judge Callaghan, and a series of small-town anecdotes while urging looser holiday spending and community news.
BERT SMITH testified that he received and hid money from J. W. Adams after a bank robbery. Adams claimed Smith inherited the funds and acted under fear. The money was later found at Smith’s home and Adams placed him near Stinnett after the crime. Smith denied involvement beyond acting as a special investigator and was previously acquitted in Panhandle on embezzlement charges.
The piece argues for a unified national railroad system run by capable leaders, noting the government should avoid splitting railroads into many inefficient blocks and refrain from interfering excessively. It suggests a Supreme Court ruling could settle the issue and aligns railroads with other national systems like post offices and telephones.
The body of William Claude Cody aged 39 who died from burns and shock after an electrical wiring accident will lie in state at N S Griggs chapel until Saturday. Funeral services are set for Sunday at Locust Grove Oklahoma. He is survived by his widow three children his mother and was a World War veteran and American Legion member.
Officers trace two burglaries at M-System stores in Amarillo to the Davis brothers with an Indian accomplice and a third man in a red wired wheel Chrysler. Witnesses identify two suspects from police photos as the Davis brothers. The group reportedly fled toward New Mexico, with authorities issuing lookout and capture orders across the region. Katherine Fox and Marie Davis deny witnessing the McCarrick shooting though statements circulate. rewards remain offered by Oklahoma authorities.
A Fort Worth Texas cattle industry advocate urged a Santa Fe linked railroad route, citing benefits to El Paso and the territory. A H Priest of Fort Worth testified that Santa Fe through rates harmed Fort Worth livestock shipments, giving Kansas City and Wichita advantages while Fort Worth captured only 10 percent. He noted the T P N line could boost land cultivation in Oldham County and cited other roads' more favorable joint rates. Witnesses Dr P Harris and Roddy Harwell supported the project's potential regional impact.
A number of registrations for the speech arts contest were cancelled by telegram this morning in Tucumcari while other towns list their entrants. Don Bennett and Fannye Mashburn lead Childress entries. Dimmitt, Floydada, Hedley, Hereford, Olton, Quanah, Tulia, Shamrock, Wheeler and more send participants. Admission is two hours for the program.
A woman testifies about Shepard's personal life after dining with him and learning about his wife's behavior. She recalls he did not fully discuss marital troubles and mentions letters about wild parties and bills while he was away.
A woman in Dr Montprezier’s car, described as his fiancée, recounted an attack by a man who claimed to be his friend. The assailant allegedly had a $20,000 life insurance policy naming the fiancée and even took a wristwatch her son gave. Officers have not located the other companions and the man refuses to name them.
The Sandies, well known at Texas Christian University, meet in the stadium offices for practice as Blair Cherry coaches, with Horned Frog alumni and Fort Worth fans expected to fill seats in Amarillo and Corsicana for the 2:30 p.m. kickoff tomorrow.
The Mc David brothers completed one year at 622 Polk Street in Amarillo offering mens and womens wear with a full millinery department and extensive ladies apparel and fabrics. G E Mc David praised the Globe News Chamber of Commerce and other Panhandle groups for promoting regional goodwill via Christmas events.
A letter describes Rufus, a black mixed breed with white feet. The dog is part greyhound and hound, and the writer notes he seems to sense something unusual, inviting readers to see more in Tack Letters on page 15.
French and Belgian troops detailing for railway protection evacuated the Saar Valley this afternoon in line with the League of Nations decision of September 12.
Three men robbed the offices of United Service Company in Tulsa and escaped in an alley-situated car after taking about $1,500. The incident began shortly after opening time and involved three armed suspects.
Thousands visit Amarillo to celebrate Christmas pageant and honor the Blackburn Brothers Store as it marks its 25th year serving the Panhandle. Management thanks customers for patronage since 1906 and looks forward to continued support. Also notes brain weight averages of men and women.
The Shop Early dollar bill, set adrift Monday by Will Winch, Amarillo manager of the Paramount Publix theaters, continued to meander today with three new stopping places. This brings the total to 18 establishments this week where the greenback has been spent to lift spirits. New reported sites include Clarence Saunders Store, Louis A. Smith Inc, and L A Minton Insurance. Call Globe News if you encounter the bill.
Walter Whitley of Dallas led the highest general bid at 394200 for the courthouse project. Dallas El Paso Fort Worth and Waco firms competed with local bidders. Commissioners praised the quality of bids and noted the low bid leaves several thousand dollars in the building fund for equipment and furnishings. The 420000 bond issue, approved August 30, sold at a premium of 8200.
Authorities, guided by Bannon, dug a trench in a barn and recovered three bodies and possible remains. Bannon claimed Mrs Haven hid her husband and three children in a hammer murder, with Bannon helping burials. Mrs Haven fled with the infant after the killings.
Jerry Malin reports from Fort Worth on the football team’s cross country trip. Players like Bufkin, Parcells, and Cherry figure in toe status, puzzle pages, and purse mishaps while staff and Mrs. Moselle Cherry boost team spirit amid travel humor and mishaps.
Ton Mix, famed film cowboy, faces divorce from his wife charged with extreme cruelty over five years. They wed in Riverside in 1918, with custody sought. Property valued at 100000 dollars including Beverly Hills home transferred to wife in 1928. Mix previously married in 1909 to Mrs Oliver Okes Mix. she sued for desertion in 1917. Mix is now in New York as second degrees are exemplified by a homecoming meeting of the I C O F.
Hogs 2,000 head, mostly 10 cents higher, top $7.80. packing sows $6.25-$7.26. stock pigs $7.00-$7.50. Cattle 500, calves 300, killing classes slow but steady. steers 600-900 lbs $9.00-$18.26. 900-1600 lbs $8.75-$18.25. heifers $7.50-$11.75. cows $5.00-$7.00. vealers $5.00-$9.50. stockers $4.206.75. Sheep 1,500 steady. good and choice 90 lbs $6.75-$7.25. 150 lbs down $2.70/$8.78. feeder lambs 50-75 lbs $5.75-$6.60. Chicago Hogs 28,000, active, 10-15 higher.
A coach speaks on losing with grace, describing the good loser as one who endures defeat without bitterness. He remains fair to foes, preserves dignity, and continues to strive, even when victory fades and tears are shed. The speaker emphasizes honesty, fortitude, and sportsmanship as the true measure of character.
Fort Worth livestock sales show hogs steady to lower with top packer bids around 7.85 while sows edge higher to 7.25. Cattle offerings include 1,600 head with calves and cutters steady, slaughter steers and yearlings strong weight low cows and fat calves noted. Sheep small in volume with feeder lambs drifting 4.50 to 5.50. Cotton prices drift higher in New York with December around 9.95 and May near 10.54 as market factors shift.
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