W. P. Martin To Speak At Rotary Thursday In Amarillo
W P Martin a dirt farmer who developed the combine type sorghum speaks at a Rotary luncheon in Amarillo He credits the maize head innovation with boosting Texas sorghum acreage and profits The program includes a film The Romance of Martin Maize and remarks by economist R F E Karper and others.
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W. P. Martin
Amarillo
Rotary Ee
Martin
Mr. Martin
Texas
Lubbock
Texas Agricultural Experiment Station
Mr. Karper
Civil Service Jobs Are Announced
H M Timmons announced openings for federal positions in the OPA WPB Smaller War Plants Corporation WMC and other agencies. Salaries range from 2600 to 6500 dollars annually for roles such as statisticians price analysts economists accountants and several specialized administrative and industrial posts. Qualifications may be obtained from Mr Timmons in Room 21 post office building.
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OPA
WPB
War Plants Corporation
WMC
H. M. Timmons
Timmons
Christian Church Meeting Tonight at First Christian Church
The regular monthly meeting of the First Christian Church occurs tonight in Fellowship Hall at o'clock. Captain C. L. Hammond performs sleight of hand, Emil F. Myers leads rehearsals from the new hymnals, and Dr R. C. Snodgrass outlines the pre Easter program. Circle 2 of the Women’s Council sponsors a covered dish dinner.
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First Christian Church
Fellowship Hall
C. L. Hammond
Emil F. Myers
R. C. Snodgrass
Circle 2
The
Women's Council
Angle Worm Parade At Courthouse Signals Spring Fishing
Anglers missed a bait sale chance as thousands of well fed angle worms appeared near the courthouse in February. Old timers note the rare worm emergence and predict strong fishing season as snow melts. A. B. Clark laments a bait concession missed at 718 North Houston Street.
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A. B. Clark
North
Houston Street
Pulpit in the Pubs in Chatham Plans Weekly Talks
The Rev J McCulloch of Chatham said the pub is a good place to present views to a tolerant audience and will continue weekly at the Red Lion after a recent Sunday night visit. The piece notes a pub setting for religious questions and gentle outreach.
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Chatham
Eng
England
J. McCulloch
Red Lion
24 Inch Gas Line Explodes Near Dum as
A 24 inch Phillips Petroleum gas gathering line exploded four miles southwest of Dum as last night, flames visible across Moore County for hours. The buried spiral steel pipe was uprooted for about 100 yards and windows rattled in Dum as. Control crews from Sunray arrived but high flames hindered work until shutoff stopped feeding wells. Fire burned from about 7 p.m. through the night.
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Phillips Petroleum Company
Dumas
Moore County
Delayed Action by M P Rewards Sneak Attacks
A local night spot crowd witnesses repeated assaults on a Military Policeman by an aggressive soldier. After two early slugs, officers warn and release him, but a third strike ends with a decisive punch, the MP escorted to the station with injuries and a bruised demeanor.
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M. P
War Hero Praises Amarillo Hospitality
Sailor Joe thanks Amarillo for top reception and treatment during a band tour. He says the city gave the crew the best hospitality and remembered the visit fondly.
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Amarillo
Bond tour by war veterans and film stars reaches El Paso
Roybal of El Paso recalled the bond tour with war veterans and two Hollywood personalities who met Cal Farley on the Juarez El Paso bridge. The group had visited Albuquerque Amarillo Oklahoma City Dallas San Antonio and Houston. Amarillo citizens bought a $100 war bond for each of the seven heroes in appreciation of their services.
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Roybal
el Paso
Cal Farley
War Finance
Juarez
Albuquerque
Amarillo
Oklahoma City
Dallas
San Antonio
Houston
Mrs. J. M. Wise Pioneer Rancher Dies
Word comes of the death of Mrs. J. M. Wise of Tucumcari a Panhandle pioneer. Former ranchers in the area they held large ranching interests near Tucumcari and attended cowboy reunions. Survived by daughter Miss Florence Wise. Funeral plans pending services likely in Tucumcari.
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J. M. Wise
Tucumcari
Panhandle
Wise
Florence Wise
Presbyterians To Have Church Night Service
The regular Wednesday Church Night at First Presbyterian Church features a 6 15 p m covered dish supper followed by a 7 p m study hour. Lessons titled We Who Are America conclude, with groups meeting as usual. All service men are invited to supper study and social hour with games and music. Sara Seward circle hosts. Nursery will be open.
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First Presbyterian Church
America
Sara Seward
Perry Powell Elected President of Khiva Temple Drum Corps
Amarillo insurance man Perry Powell was elected president of Khiva Temple's Drum Corps last night. Emmett Leachman was elected vice president and Wayne O Keefe became secretary treasurer. Bob Johnson was named leader and Lowell Munday assistant leader. The 38 member group has shown a creditable performance in ceremonials over the past year.
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Perry Powell
Amarillo
Khiva Temple
Powell
Emmett Leachman
Wayne O'Keefe
Bob Johnson
Lowell Munday
Are all laxatives alike and is Black Draught herbal
The text explains laxatives vary by type and that not all are herbal. It notes Black-Draught is herbal and historically popular, sold across the Southwest for 25 cents for 25 to 40 doses, available powdered or granulated. Cautions to use as directed and a teaser to try the yellow box.
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Southwest
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