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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1935
Page
2
Weather outlook for Saturday suggests clear skies as winter lingers with a warm trend. N. D. Bartlett reports that gas field regulation aims to halt wasteful production, with calls for fair markets and a Landis-style judge to ensure equitable treatment. The piece also covers Governor Allred’s Texas visit, local club leadership, and colorful anecdotes from Amarillo society.
Funeral services for Mrs. R L Thompson 60 of 1314 Fillmore were set for 4 PM from Blackburn Shaw Funeral Home. Dr R Thomson of Central Presbyterian Church to deliver the sermon. Burial in Llano Cemetery. Survivors include husband R L Thompson two daughters Gladys and Mable Thompson and seven sisters. Daughters return home from New York for the service.
The Senate approved a resolution by Sen. Huey P. Long calling on Interior Secretary Ickes to provide information about Postmaster General James A. Farley. Majority Leader Robinson offered minor changes, Long modified the measure, and it passed without debate.
Officers seized 101 pints of bonded whisky gin and alcohol in a raid on the C. and C. Pharmacy at 126 East Seventh Avenue. Mrs Ira Cunningham was arraigned in Justice Carder s court on illegal possession of whisky with bond set at 750 dollars. She posted bond and was released. Sheriff s officers and Deputy H E Watchtendorf conducted the seizure.
Republican discussions target recommitting the relief bill to allow an $880 million direct aid payment and a works fund expansion to eight to ten billion. The measure would run through June 30, 1936 if passed. The rest of the text shifts to personal reflections and outlooks on crop and cattle markets, with weather and social notes.
A reader protests a Globe remark about San Angelo mud holes and lakes. The writer argues San Angelo has real lakes, noting the city’s large natural lake and a scenic river, urging proper acknowledgment in Pace 7 letters.
Postmaster General James A. Farley asked the Interstate Commerce Commission to reopen hearings on air mail contracts claiming the record is obsolete. He said the ICC air mail bureau spent extensive time reviewing contractor pay and that new conditions since data collection render the proposed report out of date.
In Camdenton Missouri a log cabin schoolhouse built sixty years ago continues to serve pupils at Chappell Bluff. The one room structure remains in good condition with adequate facilities for the district’s children.
Salt Lake City district judge appears as a witness in another case, saying he wants to see how the other half lived. The move shocks officials as details of the proceeding and potential conflicts surface.
Bruno Hauptmann, in Hunterdon County jail, appeals his death penalty conviction for the Lindbergh baby kidnapping. He says he has no money and relies on the public, while prosecutors and press report possible other involved suspects and the ongoing appeal costs.
Frau Pauline Hauptmann, mother of Bruno Richard Hauptmann, cables Gov Harold Hoffman requesting mercy for her son. She learned President Roosevelt cannot intervene and says she hopes for a turn of events. An American friend telegram promised “Your son will not die” as she holds letters from the United States doubting his guilt.
A full Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra rehearsal will be at 3 PM Sunday in the Municipal Auditorium. Children’s concert is planned for next Thursday afternoon, with a regular concert on February 25. Ted Shawn and his men dancers will perform March 8 with the local orchestra. first reading of Shawn orchestrations will be done. H. A. Shaw leads plans for the children’s concert.
Four West Texans from Post Texas faced federal preliminary hearings in Dallas on murder and complicity charges in the machine gun slaying of federal narcotics agent Spencer Stafford. Sheriff W F Cato Tom Morgan veterinarian Dr L W Kitchen and Dr B A Hartman consulted attorneys ahead of hearings.
Testimony reveals defense seeks judge to cite alleged queer actions by Kennamer's son and links to insanity plea. Witnesses include flying instructor Jess Green and Claude Wright describing childhood days with Phil, his Virginia fixation, and statements of suicidal thoughts.
The article reports Governor Marland urging quick action as federal control of oil looms. Delegations from Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, New Mexico, Arkansas, Wyoming attend. Key figures include Harold Ickes, with debate on Connally and Cole oil bills and state compact versus federal regulation.
In Dallas on February 15 a garment workers demonstration blocked traffic. Police detained two strikers on investigation charges and bonded 18 others. Those held included Sam Schatz of Portland and Frank Rother of St Louis. among arrestees was George Clifton Edwards and FE. M. Land, former Socialist candidate for Texas governor.
Delegates to the 39th National Convention of the National Congress of Parents and Teachers in Miami Florida from April 29 to May 3 will mix business with pleasure. The program committee outlined plans at a recent meeting with the theme Home The Index to National Life.
Public Works funds resurfaced 8.6 miles of the Custer Wind Park approach road in the Black Hills to improve tourist access to Custer Wind Cave National Park and Jewel Cave National Monument.
Harrisburg report shows Pennsylvania's per capita school tax increasing by 69 cents over the ten year span from 1923 to 1933. The change reflects broader state funding shifts affecting local districts and residents.
Eugene A Thompson also known as Ray C Cutler and Lester Myers remains unnamed as to his fate after fingerprints linked him to a Leavenworth federal probation violation. He had a 60 day Potter County jail sentence for feed theft after pleading guilty. A Hoover letter notes a three year suspended federal sentence and two year probation.
The report accuses Gen Butler of planning a fascist army with corroboration from MacGuire and Robert Clark. It outlines attempts by Communists to overthrow the republic, cites Nazism and fascism abroad, and urges laws on propaganda, visa control, deportation, armed forces loyalty, and anti overthrow statutes.
Kansas City hogs traded 2000 head with a mostly steady to higher trend and top at 5.55 for 220 lb choicer meat hogs. Cattle and calves showed a mostly steady clean-up trade with various weights. lambs in New Orleans cotton traded firmer at the opening with new crop positions active and gold crop month premiums.
Early trading sees May and July futures at 12.46 and 12.49. By midmorning the market gains 1 to 4 points over yesterday's close with May around 12.45. Liquidation of the March position dominates activity while May and July trade between 12.39 and 12.50 near noon.
An advertisement touts Blue Star Ointment as effective against itch rash tetter ringworm or eczema. It claims tested medicine that melts soaks in quickly and kills the itch with a money back guarantee if the first jar fails.
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