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Newspaper

Amarillo Globe

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 15, 1950

Page

2

Notice to the Public From The News-Globe Board

Public notice listing individuals named by the News-Globe board of censors for publication. Names include Paul Allingham Bartett Saran Winter Mrs Bob Babb Nordyke Joe Hess and Charley Underwood. The item presents a formal notice process and publication intent.

Theews-Globe Board of Censors Es Fgzard Paul Allingham Bartett Geeey Meng Ee Saran Winter Bob Babb Wis Nordyke Joe Hess Charley Underwood

Westport Visit After Washington Soothes Ailments

The narrator, visiting sister in Westport Connecticut, notes a 60 mile distance from New York and a striking gray long-haired poodle named Fifi. A casual exchange reveals the dog is female, surprising the narrator who questions the term “bitch” used by his sister.

Westport Conn Washington New York Fifi

Westport Phrase Described as Common in High Society

A woman explains that in Westport and nearby areas a widely used expression refers to respectable horse owners and socialites. She notes the term appears in smart circles, including mentions of breeding horses and dogs, and that Westport residents embrace it without wincing.

Westport CBS

Civic club talk leads to dogs and breeding remarks

In the afternoon a woman guest joined the narrator and sister in their living room for a Westport beautification civic club discussion. The encounter included a flirting, joking exchange about a dog named Fifi, described in crude terms as capable of producing a large litter.

Westport Fifi Mrs. Brown Mrs. Browne

Dog maternity ward plan sparks unlikely debate

A humorous exchange centers on converting a home into a maternity ward for a dog. One speaker jokes about endowing the dog with breeding privileges, while another notes the dog named Fifi could have puppies mid afternon, even in the middle of Dwight’s bed, highlighting the absurdity of the idea.

Dwight

Texas Visitor Impresses With Lobster Banquet

The host served broiled lobster as a special compliment to a Texas visitor. A new process is claimed to have been discovered enabling live lobsters to be sold in Amarillo markets soon. Previously shipped live lobsters in sealed cans with synthetic salt water remain alive without air.

Texas Amarillo

Ambitious clam bake dreams warm the author

The speaker recalls an ambition to attend a New England clam bake. He describes the traditional earth-fire cooking method in a sand pit with layers of seaweed, clams, lobster, chicken, oysters, and corn, imagining the appetizing scene.

New England

Westport clam bake costs per head at oceanfront event

The article describes clam bakers merry times as steam rises from hot sea food. A Westport expert offers clam bakes at $50 a day, charging per head to serve large parties whether five or fifty guests. It claims this yields the sweetest, most sublime eating.

Westport

Kinsey report under attack by sister critics

The speaker notes her sister’s strong indignation at Kinsey and her demand to arrest him from book stalls and front pages. She argues Kinsey’s published percentages are incorrect and demands removal from media and publication venues.

Kinsey

Kinsey Investigators Question Women At Issue

A quoted remark questions decency as Kinsey investigators allegedly approach women and asks what decent or modest woman would answer intimate questions. The passage implies concern over inquiries and privacy.

Kinsey

Kinsey Study Idea Sparks Debate on Abnormal Averages

A fragment discusses Kinsey's claim that only abnormal women reveal private sexual data and that averages reflect abnormalities among the abnormal, provoking critique of methodology and interpretation.

Kinsey

Kinsey's work sparks controversy over ethics and impact

A public debate questions the value and harm of Kinsey's research. Critics argue the findings mislead society by normalizing disordered views and fueling harmful stereotypes while defenders claim scientific merit and progress. The discourse centers on ethics, public reception, and long term consequences.

Kinsey books spark debate on morals and law enforcement

A reader laments Kinsey writings and their claimed influence on youth while noting his brother-in-law denies knowledge of private conversations with strangers. The letter suggests Kinsey’s work justifies widespread criminal behavior if laws were enforced, and questions social morals and censorship.

Mr. Kinsey Kinsey

A Nurse Tends a Relative and Bridgeport Ties

Mrs. Mary Lash, a nurse in the household, cares for my recovering brother-in-law as he strengthens daily after illness. She notes Bridgeport, a 30 mile industrial city, lost a large airplane factory to Dallas a year ago and about 3,000 workers who moved with the plant dislike Texas and wish to return to Connecticut. Summers in Texas are too warm and the year has been difficult for them.

Mary Lash Texas Connecticut

Movement of Texas plants to Connecticut unlikely says worker

The speaker argues that removing 3,000 Texans to Connecticut would fail because Texas plants would not relocate and Texas workers would quit rather than move. By contrast a Connecticut resident would relocate for a job, revealing regional attachment and labor mobility differences.

Connecticut Texas

Badminton Courts and Pigeon Tales Across Texas

Questioning the spread of badminton courts from Amarillo to the Panhandle and beyond, the old shaggy dog tale about a papa pigeon humorously links a misstep near a badminton court to a drunken tale, illustrating regional language and folklore.

Amarillo The Panhandle Texas

Work hard and save money for your mature years

A reflective line encourages diligent saving now to afford later luxuries that younger people enjoy. It frames thrift as a path to future comfort and happiness, implying patience and long-term planning. The message blends fiscal discipline with a reward mindset.

Frost line dates match Ama rillo in Westport

The text notes Westport shares the same frost line dates for spring and winter as Amarillo and records the second week of February with snowdrops blooming in the outdoor garden.

Westport Amarillo

Century old New England sailing term beak meaning illness

A brother-in-law claimed a century old New England saying that says someone “has been down in the beak” and is snapping out of it. He described it as a sailing vessel term applied to people who begin to ail.

New England

Wait Until Amarillo For South Pacific Ticket Storm

A speaker jokes about staying in New York to buy a South Pacific show ticket from a head waiter who allegedly sells to Texas oil men for 100 dollars. The narrator quips they’d rather wait for Amarillo, wondering if the plan could be as late as 1982.

New York South Pacific Texas Amarillo

Oklahoma and South Pacific on the mind after a long wait

The speaker asks how long they have waited for Oklahoma, mentions South Pacific as a superior show, and notes strong opinions from family. They recount a past visit to New York that left them bored, and describe an early bedtime after a recent night in the city.

Oklahoma South Pacific New York

Don’t Let Ted Taylor Book Your New York Stay

A narrator warns against relying on Ted Taylor for hotel reservations in New York during wartime travel. He recounts two weeks of ahead bookings, arriving at 9 am, sleeping in ballroom cots, and a failed promise of reserved rooms as a manager friend supposedly intervened. He waits from 1 pm to 5:30 pm in the lobby with no room.

Ted Taylor New York Washington Ted

Amari’s Evening Travel Plans Include Night Train Ride

The note details a plan to depart around 6 o'clock, travel tonight and tomorrow, with the journey on the train and a mention of Amari.

Amari

Haw Haw’s Lawyer to Defend Fuchs in Spy Case

London reports Derek Curtis Bennett has been named to defend Dr Klaus Fuchs, the British scientist charged with passing atomic secrets to the Russians. Bennett previously served on the defense panel for William Joyce also known as Lord Haw-Haw, who was executed after a treason trial.

London Lord A Haw Klaus Fuchs Derek Curtis Bennett William Joyce Germany Lord Haw- Haw Joyce

Maori Princess objects to women candidates in Maori election

Auckland reports Te Puea Harangi objects to women standing in the Maori election saying tradition bars women at the prow of the canoe and citing a tribal saying If the hen crows screw her neck.

Te Puea Harangi New Zealand Auckland

Nigeria Targets Higher Cotton Bales Amid Weather Delay

With harmattan delays lifting, Nigeria plans to exceed last season's cotton yield of 46,000 bales. Officials expect improved harvest as trade and farming support schemes stabilize, signaling a rebound for the sector.

Nigeria

Time Magazines Story of Glenn McCarthy Reprinted

George Barton requests Globe readers see Time magazines feature on Glenn McCarthy, one of Texas most colorful citizens. He asks if a portion of the shortened Time article can be reprinted for the paper.

Time Magazine Glenn McCarthy MR. Barton Globe Life and Times Texas George Barton

Glorious rise of Houston wildcatter Glenn McCarthy

A profile of Glenn McCarthy a Houston multi millionaire oilman showing his lavish enterprises from a 700000 dollar mansion to a 21000000 dollar Shamrock Hotel. The piece highlights his bold style aggressive wealth and backstory from Spindletop to Houston Bloody Fifth and San Jacinto High School.

Texas Glenn McCarthy Spindletop Beaumont Electra Ranger Burk Desdemona Mexia Lucas Noo William McCarthy Glenn Houston Fifth” Ward

McCarthy the Texan Oil Gambler and His Rise to Riches

The narrative traces Glenn McCarthy a football hero turned oil magnate. From Navy service and marriage to a dramatic elopement, he built wealth in Houston with dry cleaning gas stations and big drilling ventures. A dry spell followed as oil prices sank, prompting a $70 million RFC bid to stay afloat while fans wonder if he will prevail or end in bankruptcy.

Navy Annapolis Houston Paustine Lee W. E. Lee McCarthy Lees Sinclair Oil Corp East Texas Hardin County William Conroe RFC New Ulm Collings Lake Glenn McCarthy New York Hollywood Hereford

Apartment for Work Rent in Pleasant Valley

Two-room furnished apartment with bath available for rent in Pleasant Valley. Seeks a middle-aged couple. Preference for tenants to help keep my four-year-old boys working. Call 2-4007 for details.

Bath Pleasant Valley

Will Keep Children Dear Tack

Mrs Law offers in home child care from 2 PM to midnight at 2005 South Cleveland with fenced yard and reasonable prices.

Law South Cleveland

Man Seeks Work In Amarillo With Referrals

Paul A Zehringer, 30, seeks employment in Amarillo. Former American Can Company Baltimore loader and warehouse worker with four and a half years of service, possessing a commercial driver license and strong references. Available for any honest work. offers appreciated.

Amarillo American Can Company Baltimore Paul A, Zehringer Apt. 5 South Fillmore

Dark glasses lost in fear for eyes lenses emphasized

A brief notice reports the loss of colored glasses prized for the wearer’s eyes. The finder is urged to return them to recover the lenses specifically valued for vision.

Tack

Veteran seeks work near wife and child Francis Flanagan

A 25 year old veteran with a wife and small son seeks employment of any type. He holds a chauffeur license and can perform warehouse stock work and related tasks. Contact Francis Flanagan at phone number 2-1557.

Tack Francis Flanagan

Lost billfold on West Sixth with cash and photos

Mrs. L. A. Vahue reports a black billfold lost in the 2900 block of West Sixth containing $8 in bills and change plus two small Kodak pictures. She asks the finder to call 2-3744 to return it, unsure if a name is inside.

Polk Street Ronald O'Dell North Lincoln Apt. 2 West Sixth Kodak

Dear Old Tack Puppy Seeks Owner Ref 3 6323

A well behaved black and white mixed terrier bulldog puppy visited Sunday Feb 12. If owner calls 3 6323, the dog will be returned. otherwise the helper will keep him.

Tack

After School Job Interest from Vernon Student

A 17 year old student from Vernon seeks after school and Saturday employment at a store with references ready. Phone contact provided as 3 2587.

Tack Vernon

Key chain found with single key and tag AH4268

A key chain with one key and a miniature license tag AH4268 was found. Other trinkets noted. Owner may reclaim by calling 3-6492 and describing the item. Contact J. A. Fancher.

J. A. Fancher

Widow seeks companion and home caretaker work

I am a widow and need work urgently. I can be a companion to an elderly lady living alone or in need of care, or keep house in a home with children, a working mother, or a motherless home. I am willing to relocate since I have no dependents. Mrs Maggie B Sims 715 Weatherly Borger Texas Gen Del

Tack Maggie B. Sims Weatherly

Reader seeks housework mornings and child care evenings

A reader requests morning housework help and evening child care duties. Contact information provided as 2-1951.

Dog for work offer near Van Buren address

A black cocker spaniel puppy and a good dog house are offered in exchange for garden sanding services or removal of two large trees. Location noted as 1100 Van Buren.

Tack van Buren

Licensed truck operator seeks farm yard work and maintenance

Applicant presents as licensed on duty and light truck work with experience in farming ranching yard maintenance and janitorial duties. States willingness to batch and live alone and can handle large responsibilities. Claims good work record and familiarity with tractors and combines. No salary objections. Contact 845 Hereford 612 Park Hereford Texas by phone.

Hereford

Trade offer for gray gabardine overcoat and lighter case

Dear Mr. Tack proposes a trade of a men's grey gabardine overcoat size 44 and a Ronson cigarette lighter case, both described as in excellent condition. The message indicates a swap arrangement likely for a personal or classified exchange.

Mr. Tack

Wins Political Race By Keeping Silent

Haverhill Massachusetts February 15 Lt Cmdr William H Bates won his late father George J Bates US House seat in his first bid despite Naval rules keeping him out of campaigning. He captured 43947 votes to Richard M Russell 16422 carrying all 26 towns in the sixth district along the Massachusetts north shore.

Haverhill Mass William H. Bates GOP George J. Bates Washington Richard M. Russell Young Bates Massachusetts North Shore

Fort Sam Houston Chronicle of 1944 Military Legacy

On this day in 1944 a Third Army re enactment at Fort Sam Houston marked its exit from training, with units later re formed in France. Soldiers trained in Texas served in the Philippines as those islands came back under Allied control. Fort Sam Houston, named for General Sam Houston in 1890, has long fed troops into many theaters. The 18th and 90th divisions were among groups trained here, and the fort’s history includes the Rough Riders origin in 1898 and the first Army plane flight in 1910.

Fort Sam Houston Third Army France Texas Philippines San Antonio Sam Houston Rough Riders Fort Sam

Congressman Hurt In Car Accident

Congressman Jesse M. Combs of Texas rested at home after injuries from an automobile crash Monday night. He was treated for severe bruises and a cut above the left eye and released from hospital after precautions for rest this week. The collision involved Joseph Bouchard, a Washington Times-Herald employee. Bouchard was uninjured.

Washington Jesse M. Combs Texas Combs Joseph Bouchard Washington Times- Herald Bouchard

Grenada Seeks U S Market for Nutmegs

Grenada in the British West Indies plans to develop its nutmeg exports for the United States market. Officials hope to boost trade by promoting quality and supply, aiming to expand merchant and shipping links between Grenada and American buyers.

Grenada British West Indies United States

Heckler No Match For Churchill's Wife

London on February 15 a suburban rally heard Mrs Churchill refuse to defend past remarks by her husband made before their marriage She quipped I have been married to him for 41 years and that statement was made 24 ago before I got control of him seeking reelection in the February 23 parliamentary contest.

London Winston Churchill Hainault Woodford Churchill Liberal Party

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