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Newspaper

Amarillo Globe

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1950

Page

2

Public Notice of Board Censor Publication

Notice to the public that publication is approved by The Globe-News board of censors listing Wes Izzard Paul Allingham WN D Pengeoe Grady Camp Mrs Sarah Win Mrs Bob Babo Lewis Nordyke Joe ess and Alice Timmons. The item appears as official notice in the paper and identifies those named.

Globe-News Board of Censors Wes Izzard Paul Allingham D. Pengeoe Grady Camp Sarah Win Bob Babo Lewis Nordyke Joeess Alice Timmons

Weather notes and political critique in a reflective voice

The column muses on a weak chance of a White Christmas and a dry spell with a desire for moderation in weather. It then shifts to social tension, rising drinking, and a critical tirade about Washington figures, blame, and war policy, noting Tack’s holiday reprieve and Gist and Loving at a ranch for nerves.

Tack Drs. Gist Loving

Washington observers doubt Truman strain risk

Washington observers worry President Truman may not endure the strain while nationwide opinion questions a proposed voluntary rationing plan. The idea faces swift erosion as cheaters undermine the system and public support collapses, signaling broader national unrest.

Washington United States

Insiders Suspect Letter to Music Critic Was Stew Stuff

Winchell reports insiders suspect a letter to the music critic was filler or stew content, implying it may not reflect genuine views or could be a crafted item for publication.

Winchell Stew Stuff

Baruch for President Urged by Democratic Supporters

A letter pushes for Barney Baruch as a national savior candidate calling for unity beyond Truman. Advocates cite Baruch as a strong patriotic Democrat with foresight and a record of public service, arguing he could lead the United States and world through peril.

Truman United States Barney Baruch Washington Baruch Mr. Baruch

Debate on U.S. militarization and civil oversight

A column criticizing delayed controls after Korea, urging tighter re-armament costs, questioning current readiness, and arguing for civilian decision making. It cites Nor dyke interviews, Duke and Duchess of Windsor, Coplon case, and FBI warrants, questioning law and national security.

American Husband Wanted by North Italian Woman

North Italian woman Logs Firpo of Rome asks for a newspaper notice seeking marriage to a nice American gentleman. She offers two photos and requests publication of the best, stating she is single and eager for a union with an American spouse.

Mr. Tack William D. Weidlein Rome Logs

Johnson calls for 200 billion defense buildup

The speaker cites a Lyndon Johnson quote urging a vast defense buildup of about 200 billion dollars and a firm warning to Russia to decide its course, not focusing on Korea or China. The remark frames a blunt policy stance on spending and international leverage.

Sen Lyndon Johnson Russia Korea China

Old Generals and Youthful Winners in War History

A compact analysis notes that seasoned generals often initiate conflicts while younger officers tend to secure decisive victories. It contrasts U S leadership in Washington, where many top brass are over seventy, with Russian generals typically aged 45 to 55, highlighting age as a factor in military command dynamics.

Washington Congress Russia

Hadacol hay for sale at Big Bull Ranch

Prairie hay offered at 65 cents a bale by QO. lL. Lights. Open fall storage means fresh, heavy bales from Big Bull Ranch meadow vita mins. Contact care of Big Bull Ranch Higgins Texas. First come, first served.

Big Bull Ranch QO. Ll. Lights Higgins, Tex

Hay Prices Rise With Weather Fears Downstate

Rural feeders report baled hay fetching about 2 dollars per bale in certain downstate areas. If weather worsens and a second crop appears, available hay could drop to 65 cents per bale and may double in price overnight.

Weather Warnings Hint Weather Shift After Dry Spells

The report notes potential bad weather after extended dry periods. It suggests that consecutive dry days and clear nights may precede notable weather changes, implying caution for upcoming forecasts and activities.

Annual Yule Assembly at AHS Christmas Pageant

The AHS Christmas assembly on Wednesday at 10 30 features four tableaux retelling the Nativity with Nancy Bursey as the mother and Robert McKee Gail Loessner as children. Bel Canto Chorale under A M Autrey performs carols as scenes show Mary and Christ Child shepherds and the wise men. The 19th annual Thousand Can gift drive for the Children’s Home follows with J K Wilhelm accepting the donations from ASH council president Jerry Ramsey and homeroom representatives.

AHS N. N. Whitworth Nancy Bursey Robert McKee Gail Loessner Bel First Presbyterian Church Weldon Irion Dale Albright Sherwin Nance Wanda Gassaway Properties Martha Patterson Eggtumes

Amarillo airman duties in Far East to begin soon

Private Grady Davis son of Mrs Alma Jo Davis of 1809 Fillmore Amarillo is home on leave. He will report to Camp Stoneman California January 4 for overseas processing and is expected to be sent to Tokyo soon. Davis, an electrician, trained at Ft Warren Wyoming finishing second in his class. He attended Amarillo Public Schools before enlisting in February.

Amarillo Air Force Grady Davis Alma Jo Davis Fillmore Davis News-Globe Camp Stoneman Cal Tokyo Ft. Warren Air Force Base Wyoming Air Force Davis F Amarillo

Texas GI Gets Life Sentence From Air Force Court Martial

J. C. Hamilton 27 from Trinity Texas was sentenced to life in prison by a general court martial for rape and house breaking. He was convicted of breaking into a Clark Air Force Base home and raping the airman's wife.

Manila J. C. Hamilton Trinity Tex Air Force Hamilton Clark Air Force Base

State Officers Seize Five Stills Across Counties

AUSTIN December 19 State Liquor Control Board inspectors seized five stills last month. They captured 650 gallons of mash and made one arrest. Four stills were taken in Harrison County and one in Red River County.

Austin State Liquor Control Board Harrison County Red River County

Courthouse Records Divorce and Marriage License Actions

Courthouse records show divorces granted for Ruby E Norris and Arnold A Norris J L Sparkman and Shirley R Sparkman and Virtus Lavone Priest and Don L Priest. A marriage license was issued for Paul Felix Roberts and Margaret Nadine Wescoat.

Court OF Domestic Relations Ruby E. Norris Arnold A. Norris J. L. Sparkman Shirley R. Sparkman

Mrs. Myrtle Mae McCabe Funeral Held at 2

Funeral services for Mrs Myrtle Mae McCabe wife of J H McCabe were held at 2 o clock at Buchanan Street Baptist Church with Rev Harvey Wolfe officiating. Burial followed at Llano Cemetery under N B Griggs Sons guidance. Pallbearers included J W Drake Clifton Oliver Perry E Dunlap F W Nunn Joe Meacham Ray Grisham. She had resided in Amarillo over 30 years and was active in Buchanan Street Baptist Church Woodmen Circle and Security Benefit Association. Surviving are her husband a son a daughter two brothers two sisters and two grandchildren.

Myrtle Mae McCabe J. H. McCabe Lincoln Buchanan Street Baptist Church Harvey Wolfe Llano Cemetery N. 8 Griggs & Sons J. W. Drake Clifton Oliver Perry E. Dunlap F. W. Nunn Joe Meacham Ray Grisham

Local Car Crash Sends Teens To Neblett Hospital

J. D. Prosser, 21, and Charles Ben Elliott, 14, are recovering after a two car collision on Wayside road near Happy. Prosser underwent knee surgery at Neblett Hospital Canyon for injuries from the crash. Elliott, 14, and Shirley Joyce Elliott, 17, both suffered minor injuries and were treated and released.

J. D. Prosser Madison Neblett Hospital Canyon Charles Ben Elliott Happy Prosser Shirley Joyce Elliott Elliott Miss Elliott Simon Ross Elliott Charles Ben Stanton King Elliott

Accident Victim Bill Coons In Good Condition

Bill Coons age 29 of 2404 North West Second remained in good condition this morning after a two truck crash at Third and McMasters. He suffered facial and head lacerations and a right shoulder injury, was treated at Northwest Texas Hospital and discharged. Coons drives for George Autry Printing Company, 714 Taylor, whose panel truck collided with a ready mix cement truck.

Bill Coons North West Second Coons Third McMasters Northwest Texas Blackburn-Shaw George Autry Printing Company Taylor

Plumbing Group Meets Tomorrow

The Palo Duro Associated Master Plumbing Contractors hold their regular weekly luncheon tomorrow at noon at Long Champ Restaurant. Newly elected president Curtis O. Burke will preside. Jesse Mulherin was named secretary treasurer for 1951. The group plans to discuss Amarillo health concerns related to plumbing installations.

Palo Duro Associated Master Plumbing Contractors Long Champ Curtis O. Burke Jesse Mulherin Amarillo

Eight Thousand Dollars Raised for Church Building Demolished

Houston parishioners who raised eight thousand dollars by selling hot tamales saw their almost finished St. Patrick's church recreation building burn. About 100 students in the adjacent parish school escaped unharmed. Dignitaries planned a late dedication, weeks away.

Houston St. Patrick's Church

Truck overturns near Mineral Wells injures and kills two

Two young men M Howard Keener of Perrin and Wayne Rhodes of Graford, both 20, died when their pickup overturned on a farm highway 13 miles northwest of Mineral Wells. Opal Weldon, 22, of Graford, was seriously injured. In Dallas, the Civil Air Patrol and private fliers form the first airborne civilian defense unit in Texas today.

Mineral Wells Howard Keener Perrin Wayne Rhodes Graford Here Opal Weldon Dallas Texas Civil Air Patrol

Lost gold bracelet with lions heads near Club Runnymede

A reader reports a family heirloom gold bracelet with a lion head center and diamond studs missing after a charity ball at Club Runnymede. A liberal reward offers its return.

Club Runnymede

Wants puppy for child Christmas gift

Person seeks a small mixed breed short haired female puppy to give as a Christmas present. Promises a good home. Call 8776.

We're Two Colored Girls Catering for Parties and Luncheons

Two colored women advertise a catering service for parties and luncheons offering tailored menus and service options. The brief promotes versatility for events and emphasizes hospitality and locally inspired dishes.

Tack

Ethel and Bertie Offer Local Housekeeping Services

Ethel Davis and Bertie Collins advertise cleaning services by the hour including house cleaning ironing and maid work for hotels or tourist courts. Contact numbers are 3-6322 for Ethel and 4-1817 for Bertie and they thank anyone who provides work.

Ethel Davis Bertie Collins Ethel Bertie

Lost billfold at stock sale in Panhandle Texas

Identification and address inside. Finder may keep money about 30 dollars if other items are returned. Lost Friday Dec 15. The owner is Arthur Detten of Panhandle Texas.

Tack Arthur Detten

Interested Quilter Seeks Piecing Work for Halves

A lady seeks someone to piece quilt tops on halves or piecing at a modest price. Call 5053 after 6 PM on any weekday afternoon.

5053

Cap and Mittens Taken From Child's Leather Helmet

Police report a boy’s leather helmet cap with a fur band across the front and a pair of mittens were taken by unknown person or persons. Parents alerted after the items disappeared from the vicinity of the schoolyard. No suspects named. investigation ongoing.

Tan leather mittens returned to San Jacinto School office

A reader reports tan leather mittens with a knitted cuff and brown fabric palms were left at the San Jacinto School office several days before Thanksgiving. A boy was seen taking the cap on the Friday before Thanksgiving. The boy’s parents, due to illness and an accident, can no longer care for him and request the return.

San Jacinto School

Lost glove left hand seeks return call 36660

Two or three weeks ago I lost a black cotton glove for the left hand. If anyone has found this glove will you please call 36660. I shall be very grateful.

Tack

Child's Glove Found Near Pierce Street

A handmade white kid glove was found on 1200 Pierce and is intended for a young girl. The finder, Mrs Hukill, lives at 1300 Pierce and asks the owner to claim it.

Tack Pierce Hukill

Fur for trade notice from A Reader

A reader offers to trade a beautiful silver fox fur for three Gunn Bros. stamps or books. They invite calls at 3-5976 to discuss possible trade options.

Gunn Bros

Childcare Offer Near Buchanan Street Home

Leona McNatt of 804 Buchanan seeks to care for one or two children weekly. Preference for Saturdays off to be kept. Local private care opportunity promising attentive home environment.

Leona McNatt Buchanan

Crocheted Bedspread For Sale Or Trade In Amarillo

Measured items include a crocheted bedspread and matching scarf and vanity set. Interested buyers can call 9579 or meet at 310 West Fourteenth in Amarillo. Open to trade for a portable sewing machine.

West Fourteenth Amarillo

Reader offers stamp trade for S H Green stamps

A reader seeks to trade Gunn Bros stamps for S H Green stamps and provides contact by phone, 6314. The brief notice notes two stamp books available for swap.

Pedal-pusher station wagon for sale cheap

A pedal-pusher station wagon in good condition is offered for sale at 2401 Rule. Mrs F Holcomb advertises the item as available for viewing and purchase in the local notice.

Trade Stamps For Green Stamps Sought

A reader proposes trading two Gunn Bros stamps books for two books of S and H Green stamps and provides the contact number 2 3376 for interested parties to reach out.

Gunn Bros S & H Green

Trade offer for stamps and crochet centerpiece

Mrs Carlton offers a Gunn Bros stamps book and an 18 inch crocheted centerpiece in exchange for a book of S and H Green stamps. She notes it would make a nice Christmas gift and provides address 210 North Taylor Apt 3.

Gunn Bros Carlton North Taylor Apt. 3

Tricycle for sale or trade plus rocking chair

Small tricycle offered at a bargain or trade for one book of Gunn Bros. stamps. Also available a nice overstuffed child’s rocking chair. Call 2 7835.

Gunn Bros

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