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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1928
Page
2
School tax collector George Waddill reports about ninety percent of taxes paid with total near 450000. The season ends with few penalties likely and work continues for several days to finalize figures as 1000 more taxpayers are listed than in 1927. Waddill thanked aides with a sandwich supper.
Hickman defense attorneys, nearing completion of depositions, plan to have Mrs. Hickman testify next, detailing alleged tender qualities and the background of her life including past asylum confinement. Alfred Hickman Edward’s brother and Thomas Hickman, Edward’s father, may also be called.
The Amarillo Grain Exchange began business in room 513 of the Fisk building yesterday. The exchange is affiliated with offices in Amarillo and Fort Worth and the Uhlman Grain company with offices in eastern cities. The Exchange, whose membership is limited to thirty, already has 23 members.
The Nash coach of Reverend R. Thomsen was found yesterday in a local storage garage. No arrests have been made in connection with the theft. The car was stolen from 1104 Harrison street two days earlier. Mr and Mrs J C Hammack have returned from Dalhart, now living at 201 Florida.
A garbled list of city reform ideas including lower utility rates, cleaner streets, more parks, a municipal swimming pool, a golf course, elimination of railroad crossings, and better city services. The text emphasizes fairness, lower costs, and infrastructure improvements for Amarillo, with callouts to open city access and regulated traffic signals.
A long column features a cartoon by Rt. Williams and editor Tack defending against harsh criticism. The piece rails at critics, hints at reform proposals, and notes public figures and readers sending letters. It mentions a resignation rumor about an executioner, appeals for jobs and crutches, and a claim about Christy Mathewson kin.
A resident criticizes the Amarillo double parking ordinance citing traffic jams on main streets. The writer questions if dairies and wholesalers are exempt and urges stricter enforcement for public benefit, addressing Mr. Erasmus Tack care of News Globe.
Jobless man asks for help to find employment or clothing and groceries. He cites three months without work and lists skills as cook, truck driver, line man, and flexibility. He appeals for assistance from readers.
Letters urge pride in Amarillo's Philharmonic Symphony, praising the work of Mr. Hall, soloists, and the director and noting the cultural and advertising value to the city. A reader seeks job help after years in mechanical and electrical trades. A lost brown purse is reported and a query begins a family history.
Letters describe a psychic prophecy by Master Frederick Fay promising to unveil Amarillo’s ten year future and world events amid a health revival led by Colonel Stanley. The writer requests explanation of complex family relationships among the Heard and Parish kin linked by marriages and deaths.
In a letter from Clovis Mrs Olive Daily scolds Amarillo officials for jailing Mr Winch and jokes that he should become Clovis mayor. The piece also notes a separate town event featuring a medium from Austin Drug Store with telepathy slate writing and a schedule of last performances including women’s matinees.
A plea from Mrs G D McGown of Houston seeks help locating her niece Dora Skelton and her missing brother Lelon Skelton, last heard from Skellytown and Borger two years ago. The letter notes both parents are dead and stress the girl relies on the brother for support.
One hundred fifty two milk and cream tests in Amarillo last month showed 96 retailer samples. The average butter content was 4.01 percent and the bacteria count 18 500. Chief inspector Jack Wyatt called the results unusually high quality for the city. Experimental tests from wholesalers and creameries all tested within the law.
J W Sebastian of the Veteran Bureau warns World War I veterans the five year filing period for disability claims is expiring. He notes an extra five year affidavit window and urges immediate submission for any war related ailment. He adds that veterans with honorable discharge qualify for free government hospital treatment anytime.
Madison Derrow and his wife were tried on liquor violations in District Criminal court. Derrow pleaded guilty to possessing and attempting to sell whiskey, seeking mercy and a suspended sentence. His wife pleaded not guilty. About three and a half gallons of liquor were shown in court as evidence. Raymond Ellis faced trial for driving while intoxicated, and George Heath was found guilty on liquor charges but given a one year suspended sentence on jury recommendation.
Bank teller James Dillon claims the Industrial State Bank heist was a frame-up. He named Albert Rothpart, 19, as the kidnapper and identified others, including Alice Vanderford, Lea Howard, Joseph Rennelli, and Joseph Vasselli as conspirators. About $12,000 been recovered. Vasselli remained at large.
The Associated Press reports Col. Charles A. Lindbergh is honored on a Virgin Islands public holiday after a 10 hour 15 minute flight from Maracay Venezuela. A 21 gun salute welcomed him with church bells and a bouquet from an island belle. He was greeted by Capt. Waldo Evans and planned to depart for San Juan Porto Rico tomorrow.
Testimony shows Sinclair Crude and Prairie Oil & Gas bought Continental Trading for 400 000 saving about 3 million by ending a 1.75 per barrel rate. Questions arise over who ordered the deal and how the contract was originated as executives dispute knowledge and involvement.
AUSTIN February 1 Proceedings in the court of criminal appeals: list of affirmed reversed remanded and other actions including habeas corpus rulings and rehearing denials for multiple defendants and appellants across Texas counties. The record names Ed Spears Tom Green Clint Jenkins Harrold Bom berger Zalie Tarver Joe Riddle J. K. Platt Navarro Jess Burley Anton Rosener Harry Hancock George Walker Lee Bedgood Berry Sooter Marvin Sooter Riley Williams Hugh Davis Butler Hoptoe Butler Ex Parte Leroy Turner Will Morriss Leon Marshall Beezley Laake Knauf Donley Lockhart C W McCoy Lon Owens Joe Kimble Russell Parks Bob Bamett Grayson Harris Orange Rusk Gillespie Williamson Potter Bell Dallas Potter Smith.
Edgar A Guest recalls youth in a playful poem about old versus new courting. He contrasts strict propriety with memory of kiss games and parlor flirting, noting generations change yet human affection persists in the end.
Hogs steady under pressure with top prices listed across major markets including Kansas City Chicago and St Louis. Cattle and sheep also show varied movements with beef and veal values noted alongside regional price ranges and sales totals.
Col. Charles A. Lindbergh returns to United States soil as he is hosted by Gov. Waldo Evans in St. Thomas Virgin Islands. He attends a luncheon and visits the Spirit of St. Louis hangar with the island’s small population cheering his every appearance.
The Associated Press reports figures from several Texas counties showing a broad peak in poll tax payments and exemptions. Dallas issued 61 224 taxes with 7 000 exemptions. Bexar about 56 585. Wichita Falls over 18 500. Austin near 17 800. Harris County over 85 000 recipients.
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