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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1926
Page
1
A fragmented 1908 New Jersey clipping notes enforcement of Sabbath laws, arrests of 120 people including six reporters, and widespread restrictions on theaters, sports, and business. It discusses prohibition's reach, anti Jewish conspiracy claims, railroad mergers, poison gas debates, and a satirical take on advertising and public opinion.
The Amarillo city commission awarded paving contracts totaling 235 807 for fifteen streets to Texas Road Company of Dallas and El Paso Bullithic Company of Amarillo with completion in 120 to 175 days. The awards followed bids of 237 509 and 248 626 respectively. Seventh Street from Greene to Rock Island right of way and other segments received sums totaling 16 080 and 49 651. Resignations of Chief C J Blackwell and night captain Bert Johnson were accepted and H L Gaither and Doug Hammond were appointed in their place amid support for Blackwell in a pending indictment.
In Rosebud Texas three gypsy women in bright dress entered the Rosebud bank and beguiled customers before edging to the cashier’s window. The cashier later found $180 short and police in Temple pursued the case but found no money. The trio offered to pay the sum if cleared, posting $115 in cash and leaving their sedan as security for $65.
The article records a controversial decision by the intercity commission regarding the November ruling that Ved Werth and Beever Mletes allegedly upheld. Details are garbled but reference to the Trees Pentantle and refining the verdict are noted.
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Otis Rogers the husband of Rebecca Bradley Rogers was taken to a local hospital with bronchial illness after being freed on bond in the Farmers National Bank at Buda robbery case. Rebecca Rogers 22 of Austin plans to stay with her mother Grace Bradley while a court fight continues over her alleged bank robbery.
Gov. Miriam A. Ferguson granted fifteen full pardons on Wednesday. Notable cases include Will Davis of Colorado County, convicted of murder and sentenced to life, who has served twenty seven years, and Co. W. Champion of Grayson County, convicted of liquor offenses, who has served eight months. Other pardons were issued following recommendations from the pardon board and citizen input.
A Borger girl and a deputy were wounded in a reported shooting incident. Police and medical units responded as investigators began outlining the events and possible motives behind the attack.
The Great Russian Choir arrives in the city for a concert tonight. Local arts organizers promote the performance as a highlight of the season with ticket details and venue listed.
The ill Chief Blackwell says he was fired while ill and vows the crime element cost him his job. He accuses commissioners Bartlett and others of backing him yet delivering the layoff, claiming long service and a damaged record amid community disbelief.
Senate Republican leaders warned Illinois senator elect Frank L. Smith not to accept an appointment to fill the McKinley vacancy if offered. A Dill introduced resolution seeks to disown Smith amid disclosures from the Senate campaign funds committee. Democrats vowed to resist his Senate arrival while the debate delays pending legislation and party lines.
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