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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1951
Page
1
A compilation of regional notes involves a civil service inspector finding empty desks, Texan appointee Caudle in Washington tax prosecutions, Amarillo water capacity rising to 50 million gallons, looming rationing risk, and sewage concerns. Letters from Hix Wilbanks praise reform-school alternatives, Cal Farley notes Christmas travel for Boys Ranch boys, and support for the Canadian Dam project amid local opposition easing.
The News Globe reports that Sunday's edition will include the regular color comic supplement for all subscribers, after last Sunday’s shortage forced a substitution.
A short verse by Caen titled The Cheerful Cherub complains that teachers criticise and say the speaker loafs yet vows to do great things if not for the required effort. The line reads as a defiant jab at instruction.
An Air Force retraining group to reform minor offense court martial offenders will open in February at Amarillo Air Force Base under Air Training Command. The 3320th retraining group led by Lt Col Stephen E Packney will use individualized programs, psychological assessment, and therapy to restore airmen to honorable duty with improved attitude and efficiency.
Forecasters warn Amarillo to drop to near 2 degrees as a cold wave moves in with snow. Warnings go to farmers and drivers to prepare for icy highways. Snow across the morning expected to continue with strong northerly winds. Snow not likely to cause major travel disruption in the Panhandle and South Plains.
Hollywood producer Walter Wanger fired twice at agent Jennings Lang after confronting him in a parking lot while his wife Joan Bennett watched. Bennett denied any affair with Lang and blamed Wanger’s money troubles for the incident. Lang underwent surgery and was expected to recover. Wanger faced assault with a deadly weapon charges and was arraigned.
Rex Baxter reported at the annual meeting that the 1951 Tri-State Fair grossed 67428.63 with a net profit of 14988. Directors approved a 1852 contract with the Bill Hames Show, set midway concession terms, discussed using outside ticketing firms, and proposed improvements including larger livestock pens and air conditioning for the Merchants Building.
Odessa woman 36 wins access to Seventh Day Adventist services after seven day fast challenging church officers who had barred her and family. Texico Conference head grants attendance while membership remains under question. judge declines contempt action. Rodens previously disfellowshipped for opposing church doctrine. family lineage linked to Oge Rod sect.
A six freshman group including three from Amarillo cut and stole an 18 foot spruce from Tom Scarborough in Lubbock. They paid 584 dollars after a nursery expert set the price and police recovered the tree on the Texas Tech campus. Police handed them to college authorities.
In Tucumcari New Mexico on December 14 a 1.25 million gallon water tank collapsed on Main Street killing four people and injuring three while leaving two children orphaned. Investigators report rumors of sabotage or an explosion but find little concrete evidence.
The annual Christmas mail surge starts with main offices open Saturday afternoon. Postmaster Gordon Jordan notes revenue already surpassing last year and predicts a new monthly record for December as deliveries expand. A 21-truck fleet and 77 extra staff bolster parcel post and routes, with more clerks and carriers to be added as demand grows.
Fir 2x4 2x6 1x8 shiplap listed at 6.95 each. Olver & Wiggins Lumber Co at 1200 West 6th. Local ad notes price per unit and store address.
US Weather Bureau reports a cold wave across Amarillo and West Texas. Friday brings strong northerly winds, light snow, and subfreezing temperatures. by Saturday morning readings may drop to 2 degrees. Winds diminish but cold, cloudy conditions persist with a high of 52 and a low around 30. Stockmen advised.
Maj. George A. Davis Jr. of Texas, known as One-Burst Davis, earned the Korean War’s biggest single day jet victory by shooting down four MiG-15s at North Korea's skies. The 31-year-old ace, with nine MiGs and three TU-2 bombers credited, says the key is close-in gunnery and staying cool.
The third annual Merchant's Christmas Party will move to Municipal Auditorium from Ellwood Park. Earl Allmand of the Chamber of Commerce announced Friday morning. Prizes totaling $5,000 in cash and merchandise will be awarded. Coupon drawings printed in the News Globe-Times begin at 7 o'clock. The Amarillo Chamber of Commerce adds $750 in cash prizes plus merchandise certificates from local merchants.
The 40 year old agent and father of two disputes claims of romantic ties with Mr Lang, insisting the relationship is strictly business. He received first aid at a service station before being taken to Lang's physician and then to a hospital for treatment. Sid Holtzman assisted at the scene.
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