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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1929
Page
6
An old Amarillo Globe masthead from its 1924 start details publication schedule and staff roles. It lists publisher editor Gene Howe, general manager Wilbur Hawk, and Associated Press affiliation with circulation and subscription rates for mail and carrier delivery.
Real estate men and oil operators predict a major boom in Dumas and Moore county as three new oil tests are announced and plans for a $150,000 Moore county courthouse are reported. Major oil firms have shown interest for months and wildcat tests have become producers, with railroads eyeing line construction in the area.
The article praises Mustapha Kemal Pasha as the driving force behind Turkey's shift from conservative rule to a modern republic. It highlights his diplomatic skill, abolition of the fez, Western cultural influence, and the country’s rapid progress toward science, civilization, and global engagement.
City health officials note a mild wave of nausea affecting residents in Kansas City. No hospital surge or large outbreaks. editors imply a stalled press agent narrative shaping coverage.
London papers mocked a lord who swallowed a collar button deeming it trivial. The piece notes that some English nobles who visited America before weddings have reportedly swallowed camels, highlighting sensational exaggeration.
A World War I vignette recounts a company commander sending a black private on a zigzag mission to reestablish contact with his unit. The messenger is wounded but survives. he explains he zigged when he should have zagged, a humorous twist on the perilous duty.
A commentary on children's film viewing argues that while darker themes may tempt, most youngsters prefer comedy and adventure. The piece notes films offer harmless fantasy and can inspire imaginations, but warns against film as a substitute for real effort and suggests guiding children toward constructive activities.
A New York feature outlines Edna St Vincent Millay fame and domestic life, then shifts to a murder mystery involving Handsome Harry Borden. The tale weaves detective McMann’s chase of clues from a blood stained pigeon track to Ruth Lester and Jack Hayward, with elevator logs and suspects mounting.
A scrambled crossword puzzle with clues on Spain and contrasts, followed by a detective scene. Ruth Lester's appearance triggers a discussion about disguise and a mysterious transformation. McMann ponders why she might be disguised to deter a pursuer.
A garbled compilation of trivia prompts with numbered items and clues. Topics include geography political titles Spain tree genus Ulmus and phrases about observing observing and tasting. The text mixes questions about Spain's leadership and generic crossword style clues with unrelated letters and misspellings.
Danny and Nanny Meadow Mouse discuss how the next generation grows and leaves them, while distant human activity endangers their home. A haystack rocks as Farm Brown's Boy lifts their world, and they fear being carried away. The scene hints at change, peril, and a new order for the mouse family.
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