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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1932
Page
2
An outspoken account recalls a bout of illness that left the narrator weak and briefly hospitalized by a severe fever. The mother in law administered drastic remedies while three dogs howled at night signaling danger. A crow died during the episode and the narrator returns to work after losing weight, inviting readers to a Shoe Benefit Dance to support shoe repairs for those in need.
In Austin on February 10 Judge W F P Robertson announced the Red River Bridge Company withdrew its appeal of a 165000 damages verdict against the Texas Highway Department. The suit challenged contracts tied to a free passage over Red River between Denison and Durant, alleging reimbursement for losses and toll bridge purchase. The court invalidated the contracts.
Delegates push rapid loan deployment while proposing first liens on renters share to protect landowners. A $50 million farmers relief fund joins the RFC bill at Marvin Jones's request. Grover B D Hill, Panhandle Livestock Association secretary, will travel to Washington with John Hill and Mayor Thompson to report loan estimates to Secretary Hyde.
Grandi argues that security cannot exist without disarmament while Matsuura outlines Japan's policy aligned with the League draft. He speaks of geographic position influencing security and cooperation on air and land armament reductions.
Two Panhandle Highway parcels in Ridgemere Addition were rezoned from residential to retail by the city commission Tuesday night. The hearing followed a two week application period and affects lots 7 and 8 in block 19.
John Hunton, missing from his Evanston home, is believed by son in law E J Rogers to be in Amarillo. Rogers asks Amarillo police and media to aid in the search as Hunton nears a nervous breakdown from overwork and financial worry.
The note invites readers to join a planned meet up if evening air remains agreeable. It mentions O. W. and Old Tack as expected attendees and closes with a friendly invitation to the audience to attend.
A reader asks Tack for help with personal financial troubles and seeks guidance, noting many others share similar concerns. The letter appears on Page 6 and reflects a call for advice from the columnist.
Amarillo remains healthy per Dr. Benjamin M. Primer as quarantine ends for the citys sole smallpox case. Three scarlet fever houses placarded, two fever cases to be released, flu mild with some pneumonia, daily new cases offset by recoveries, school attendance near normal.
Elias Tobenkin reports civilian war groups in Russia training sixty thousand citizens from ages eighteen to forty. Parades occur daily in Moscow from 4 to 7 PM as industrialization grows. Western powers may supply weapons while Russia shifts toward capitalism, and a modern Bonaparte could emerge.
Amarillo community leaders announce a separate drive to raise unemployment relief funds with all proceeds directed to direct relief for the city's needy. A committee will finalize plans and canvassing begins soon.
C. S. Lambie Amarillo contractor appointed chairman of the George Washington Bicentennial committee for Amarillo and Potter County. Charles A. Fisk announced the appointment and urged groups planning celebrations to confer with Lambie as a year long observance runs February 22 to Thanksgiving Day.
The body of Emma B. Armour 65 died at her San Antonio home last Sunday. She died while en route arrived Fort Worth at 7 45 this afternoon. Survived by two sisters Ida McVickers Houston and J B Vaught Amarillo. Funeral at Griggs Chapel 2 o clock Thursday with Rev Ira Key. Burial in Liano cemetery.
J C Blackwell age 41 died at 5 30 this morning in a local hospital after a short illness. He worked in the construction business in Hamlin for several years. Survived by two brothers M W Blackwell of Hamlin and J E Blackwell of Odessa. Funeral services will be announced by Blackburn Funeral Home when relatives arrive.
Mr and Mrs Erman Gray of Canadian were featured entertainers on WDAG from 1230 to 1 PM today Mr Gray serves as music supervisor in Canadian schools Both were to appear on the program of the annual Chamber of Commerce banquet at the Herring Hotel
Japanese forces are accused of using the international settlement as a base to encircle Chinese troops. The Chinese army warns settlers against retreat or conflict while foreign troops may be drawn into the crisis. A route army statement claims Japan seeks to entangle China and expose it to three-way fire from Japanese and settlement forces.
The administration debates Far East policy after a cabinet meeting with no formal decision. Some want continued peace efforts while others view them futile, with Stimson considering an appeal from Shanghai Chinese businessmen urging Japan to honor its word and urging co signatories to use sanctions if needed.
Stolen household goods valued in the hundreds were recovered Wednesday by Amarillo police. The loot including a sewing machine mantel clock and quilts were traced to the Ben Hogge home at Happy. Charles Hogge of Happy identified the property. Police recovered the items near Eleventh Avenue and Van Buren Street and arrested a man. Hogge said he would press for a warrant. The arrestee claimed two men left the items with him to sell.
World famous cellist Cornelius Van Vliet arrives in Amarillo for a concert tomorrow night at Senior High School auditorium under the Amarillo College of Music. He has performed here before and retains a large local following as part of the Amarillo Artists Course. Sponsor Emil F Myers cites popular demand. Van Vliet resides at the Capitol Hotel during his stay.
Mrs. J. L. Garrison through attorney S. F. Rose submits a $61.20 claim to the city commission for repairs to a foundation at 1904 Front Street. The damage, caused by drainage water diverted by a city dug ditch, is to be considered at the next regular meeting.
Chicago livestock prices show hogs up to 10-15 cents higher with top at 4.20. Cattle and calves total around 6 000 with steers strong to 26 cents higher and best weights near 9.00. Sheep trading unevenly lower with lamb bids around 6.00 to 6.36 and asks up to 7.00.
Kansas City livestock: hogs steady to higher for 200 lb and lighter. top 3.85 on 170-220 lb hogs. cattle, calves steady with best fed steers at 7.15. lambs 90 lb down to 5.75 to 6.50. ewes 150 lb down to 1.75 to 3.00. New Orleans cotton opens weak. March to 6.44, May 6.62, July 6.78 with ongoing pressure from stock markets and Japanese demand.
A verse narrative recounts Judas Iscariot’s envy and doubt about Jesus as the Saviour. It recalls his plot for thirty pieces of silver and the eventual death on a barren ground, noting the bitterness and jealousy that led to his demise.
The New York stock market found support in early February after a January decline, with some issues posting gains while others slipped. Union Pacific rose over 3 points amid dividend rumors, Auburn recovered from a late drop, and several blue chips like U S Steel American Can and Du Pont posted modest gains as traders awaited directions from short covering and dividend news.
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