06 Feb 1929
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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1929
Page
1
A Globe column humorously critiques Einstein’s theories and geometry while warning that prohibition fuels corn sugar distilling for whiskey. It highlights radio’s value for education and public life, cites Hastings plans to remodel the New York Capitol, and ends with an old lumber ad snippet.
Col Charles A Lindbergh departed Punta Arenas Costa Rica at 10 30 E S T en route to David Panama then Cristobal completing a 653 mile leg with three stops The route covered low tropic coasts Isthmian mountains and the Panama Canal ending at Cristobal The flight advances the United States Central American commercial airmail service with Pan American Airways planning more frequent trips.
A series from The Globe explains local radio interference and steps for remedy. It covers proper installation of radio sets, interference from utilities lines and equipment, devices used by businesses, and household appliances, authored by a veteran radio industry expert.
The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals upheld the death sentence for Harry J. Leahy of Mathis for the murder of Dr. J. A. Ramsey. Leahy’s rehearing was denied, with governor intervention the only path to avoid execution. In a separate ruling, Marshall Ratliff the Santa Claus bank robber must remain in the death cell at Huntsville after a murder conviction tied to an officer's death during the Cisco bank raid. Chief Justice Morrow dissented on Ratliff, arguing he be treated as a life-term inmate pending appeal.
The Amarillo city commission passed an emergency ordinance requiring rabies vaccination for all dogs before issuing licenses and allowing officials to seize or destroy stray untagged dogs. The measure, urged by the health department, aims to curb rabies after cat outbreaks and bites to children. Dr. E W Little, city veterinarian, presented the case.
Amarillo and the Panhandle endure one of winter's worst blizzards with temperatures dropping from 27 at 7 am to 14 at 1 pm. Light snow and a strong north wind sweep Trinidad Colo to Texline, with 12 to 13 degree readings and fog turning to rain and snow. Weather officials forecast a light snowfall all day and night with subfreezing lows and partly cloudy skies later.
Judge George Calhoun entered judgment for the state granting 525 acres with fifty wells and about 900000 dollars in oil already taken from the wells. Phillips Petroleum and others had a new trial motion overruled and gave notice of appeal. The land sits in Hutchinson county and the state contends the land was vacant amid old surveys.
Rep. Frank Baldwin of Waco defeats a bid to bar Texas press association editors from the house floor during Austin visits. Baldwin will issue floor cards for publishers, arguing newspapers are vital messengers between lawmakers and the people. Harold Kayton of San Antonio withdraws opposition, citing time-saving concerns.
Governor General Henry L. Stimson announces he will leave the Philippines to take up a new duty in the U. S. cabinet. Hoover’s choice for secretary of state signals emphasis on Latin America and liberal policy in Central and South America.
The piece argues Amarillo could become a premier U S airport terminal, rivaling Croydon Waalhaven Le Bourget and Roma Littorio, with vast hangars hotels and dirigible masts. It stresses US progress from quantity to quality in airport design and the key role of on site service for pilots and crews to ensure return visits.
In Dallas on February 6 a dramatic cold blooded tale described a $2000 stake on the Mayfield Connally U S Senate race. Witness A A Crabb alias Clyde R West testified that Ben C Richards forged a telegram while W Ray Adams killed Mathews when the stake could not be produced.
The Globe-News Want Ads in Business Opportunities lists small businesses for sale today. Down payments may be small and a change could be just what you need to own a venture.
West Texas cattleman Tom Ross 55 who was jailed for murder and escaped prison in 1925 reportedly died in Montana. Authorities say Ross shot the foreman then killed himself after holding witnesses at bay for an hour and using the pistol in his hand.
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