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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1949
Page
2
Wayne Riggs and fellow students debate whether four years with all costs paid or the cash value of education best serves a future. They argue education yields better jobs, social standing, and lasting value, while money fades or vanishes quickly without dependents on a job.
Thanks to Noland Clark Jr for a paper weight. He runs a telephone answering service and is doing well. His telephone number is Dial 3 4133.
An Arkansas boy, aged twelve, sulked in the hills over his mother eating ragweed. The scene sparked laughter as the girl’s temper was blamed on the wild weed, turning a family moment into a light rural humor note.
W. B. Hand of 702-A Prospect asks for a fishing calendar like San Antonio papers publish. The response notes such forecasts are unreliable and bunk since no one can predict weekly fish bites. The high air pressure theory is cited as a guess.
Mrs Altavene Clark is in town and in high Christmas mood. Reports say she has not given up the idea of running for Congress.
Washington report notes President Truman has aligned with lawmakers pushing Congress to reduce the oil depletion allowance. The move signals bipartisan pressure on tax policy affecting oil producers and might influence ongoing fiscal debates.
A notable Amarillo resident hints at a large charitable gift that could benefit many. The donor aims to announce the plan by Christmas, though the final details are still under consideration and subject to change.
Claude Cole of a farm near Happy seeks guidance on stopping ducks feasting on his grain. He claims the birds originate from the Buffalo Lake sanctuary and asks what can be done.
A reader notes the duck season reopens tomorrow and runs until January 7. The piece shifts to a humorous Dasis Christmas card by Jack Estes of The Dallas WS about Uncle Henry’s fortune and Tack inheriting part of it, then reflects on an eastern writer’s critique of Texans and hospitality, including observations on open fireplaces and cigarette butts. The writer ends with a social jab at the Texas habit of discarding cigarette butts.
A writer suggests using a staged handbag in crowded stores to trap thieves. The plan, approved by Chief Sid Harper, would employ a private detective to monitor the decoy, create a media stir, and deter Christmas purse snatching. The goal is to protect shoppers and reduce stolen purses in busy commerce days.
A fragment notes an arrangement where an individual will work with a plant and receive payment for the remainder of the week. The text implies ongoing employment terms and compensation timing but lacks full context or names.
A mother with many children faces a bleak Christmas after turning away for a moment in a crowd and forgetting her purse on a counter. Her husband works extra and cannot hold steady work, leaving the family with almost nothing.
The report notes numerous distressing events each Christmas, with frequent tragedies and injuries affecting families and communities, underscoring a pattern of sorrowful incidents during the holiday season.
Lost on December 17 at the auditorium a royal blue hand knit mitten for the right hand. It bears the initials M.E.G. on the back. Finder please call 8816. Margaret Ellen Giles.
On Friday December 9 a black and white bird dog puppy escaped from its pen. A reward is offered for its return. If anyone in Scale Addition knows the puppy’s whereabouts call 36053.
A ladies watch is missing described as small gold octangular with two small diamonds. Front is gold, back silver, attached to a gold chain bracelet. Finder should call 3-6255. Contact Mrs Norma O'Neal at 313 B East Twenty third.
Mrs J W Miller seeks return of her white Persian cat named Sissy missing from 2504 S Fillmore. The three year old, solid white pet with kittens may be in the neighborhood. a reward is offered for her safe return.
A 26 year old, mature and sensible person seeks steady employment including babysitting, housework, ironing, errands, and phone messaging. Describes reliable, trustworthy, non drinking character and asks for contact before 8 am or after 9 pm with hopes for Christmas work.
Mrs J S S Moore reports a silver singing teakettle left on the fender of a car when her husband drove away from 4101 Bowie on Tuesday morning December 13. If found, call 2-7820 to arrange pickup.
Bob Virden, a Class A licensed driver, seeks inside work with evenings at home. Describes preferred nine-hour days, good pay, and good company. Provides contact through home number 9200 or the 900 Pierce number between 12 noon and 9 PM. Located at 900 Pierce.
A plea from a reader asks if someone with a canary and cage could donate the pet to Mrs Mary Thornton at the Potter County Home. Described as a young woman afflicted with arthritis, the writer seeks a kind act as a Christmas wish.
Lost Saturday December 10 a reddish brown cocker spaniel named Sammy. He was picked up by a man who thought he was lost. Gift to two boys from their father overseas. The boys have cried for him all week. Reward offered. Phone 3 7236. Mrs. Dick Taylor 204 Kentucky.
Two month old male mixed breed pup half cocker spaniel half rat terrier offers a healthy, friendly companion. Interested buyers may call 4401 North East Eighth. Mrs. Leland Boyd.
A reader offers to work in any location and provide references. Contact by phone 2‑8250.
A person in Amarillo seeks work as a lubrication man and service station attendant. He offers night shift availability and asks interested readers to call 2 2562 and ask for Tom.
A reader seeks to buy a family size inner spring mattress with box springs about 72 by 76 inches. Call 5936.
Lost December 8 in the area around Eleventh and North East Eighth or Eighteenth and Harrison or Fifth and Madison. Silver link bracelet with black stones. Reward offered. Call 8695.
A widow with a sick son and a hospitalized daughter asks for domestic work. She offers washing and ironing, child care, and notes she must stay home. References available. Contact 1501 East Fourth via The Daily Reader.
A notice seeks a female caregiver near midlife to look after two infants during daytime hours. Contact Mrs. Katie James at 200 North Taylor, phone numbers 2-5225 or 2-3141.
Woman with character references wants employment in a city location where she can care for her school age child. Call 2 9708 after 3 PM.
A job seeker states preference for a driving role and long hauls across freight lines, claiming higher qualification suitability for such work and willingness to switch positions with the right party.
A person explains the need to find employment due to a sick husband and mentions possible options such as night childcare, dishwashing, or doing men's laundry to support the family. The tone is practical and urgent, emphasizing immediate work opportunities.
The lines in the hand of Sergei Rachmaninoff resemble a score from a Prelude in C Sharp Minor and symbolize the composer’s greatness. Dominant features are the middle and third finger, the long powerful thumb, and lines indicating vitality imagination destiny and success. The piece ends noting the hand’s triangle of success in great composers.
Philadelphia report on state investigators findings showing businessmen paid to obtain permits and privileges from city and county employees. Asst. Atty. Gen. Royce Russell noted signed statements from several businessmen amid a secret inquiry into city hall ahead of a grand jury probe. The case recalls the earlier Gallagher oil burner permit convictions.
Children playing with matches sparked a fire in Duluth Minnesota causing 30 dollars in damage to Ed Oven’s residence. Firefighters contained the blaze with no reported injuries. Local police investigated the incident as a neighborhood accident.
NEA Washington correspondent Peter Edson outlines a widening federal drive against the Communist Party in America. Trials of top leaders, espionage and perjury cases, deportation efforts, and proposed laws aim to force the Reds underground as government agencies, unions, and institutions intensify loyalty checks and anti-subversion actions.
On this day in 1837 Texas Masonic members met in the Senate room to form a Texas Grand Lodge with Anson Jones elected grand master and Sam Houston presiding. Three lodges then held Texas charters surrendered from the United States. The first grand lodge officers were installed May 11 in Houston. The first Texas lodge formed in 1834 under a Louisiana charter. The Texas Grand Lodge was incorporated in the next legislative session.
In Memphis, Bernard Woolner held a policy covering fire, tornado and explosion but not explosions from steam pipes. A boiling egg burst, splattering the ceiling and scalding the floor. The adjuster found no egg explosion exemption, and the insurer paid the claim.
Fire Chief John Hicks was inspecting Carterville Illinois when his department's auto caught fire prompting a quick call to the fire crew. The incident occurred during a town inspection trip with no injuries reported.
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