Timmons recalls Coolidge tale and Texas views from Amarillo
Bascom Timmons Washington correspondent for The News-Globe recounts meeting Calvin Coolidge with other editors. He notes Coolidge's cigar story and contrasts Hoover's perceived inexperience and Eastern bias with Western needs. The column mentions Texas politics, tariffs, oil, Judge of Life quotes, Amarillo University Club growth, and local reminiscences including Old Tack.
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Bascom Timmons
Calvin Coolidge
Timmons
News- Globe
Daily News
Amarillo
Coolidge
New University Club Opens in Second Floor Oliver's Drug Store
A newspaper letter invites readers to the new University Club on the second floor over Oliver's Drug Store at Fifth and Taylor Streets. Members pledge inclusive access and mention education from the University of Life while warning of fake gas inspectors and seeking a spare truck tire for Royal Crawford of Tulsa.
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University of Life
University Club
Oliver
Fifth and
Taylor Streets
Pampa
Amarillo
Royal Crawford
Crawford
Tulsa
Court to sentence four for Greater Metropolitan case
Number 3 continues as Henry W. Spencer J. D. Jones Roy F. E. Tittle and M. L. Chandler face sentencing in a merger case tied to the Greater Metropolitan Association. Glenn H. Fairall remains at large as witnesses describe the collapsed policy issuer facing about 30000 in claims after policy holders failed a 187.50 assessment. Mrs. Sarah Menezes led the prosecution.
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Henry W. Spencer
J. D. Jones
Roy FE. Tittle
M. L. Chandler
Glenn H. Fairall
Greater Metropolitan Association
Waco
San Angelo
Corsicana
Sherman
Dallas
Sarah Menezes
United States District Attorney
Lone Star Matrimonial Mutual Association Probed
United States Grand Jury will probe Lone Star Matrimonial Mutual Association activities starting March 9 in Fort Worth. Six officials including Wayne G Hutson Alton W Hutson M O Robinson R C Parrish D B Turner and M D Garner posted 1000 bonds on mail fraud charges after postal inspector investigations and receivership action closed offices in Fort Worth and Lubbock.
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United Press
Fort Worth
Lubbock
Teachers Dramatic Club Postpones Friday Meeting
The Teachers' Dramatic Club will not meet at the Senior High School Friday evening as planned. Miss Anna McDonald, director, said the regular meeting will be held the following Friday night. In a separate court action, George Brown stands trial in criminal district court for unlawful sale of intoxicating liquor following state and defense rest.
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Teachers’ Dramatic Club
Anna McDonald
George Brown
Criminal District
Ironized Yeast Promises Quick Weight Gain
An advertisement claims Ironized Yeast can transform a frail person into a strong, healthy figure. It cites a testimonial of rapid 34 pound gain and notes improvements in skin, nerves, digestion, sleep, and energy with no yeasty taste. The copy promotes Brewer's Yeast with iron as a dual tonic and urges purchase from druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Blanch
Old Fiddlers Contest Boosts Famed Dance Night in Amarillo
The fourth annual Old Fiddlers contest brings 62 fiddlers and 80 square dancers to the Municipal Auditorium with acts from panhandle and neighboring states. Dr. O H Lloyd hosts, prizes exceed 200 dollars, and 5 pm gathering at the Amarillo Hotel precedes an 8 pm start.
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Municipal Auditorium
Panhandle
New Mexico
Kansas
Oklahoma
Lewis H. Propps
Rogers
Amarillo Hotel
O. H. Lloyd
Dr. Lloyd
Hugh Roden
Roy Rodgers
WDAG
Southwest
Rodgers
Eva Deadwiley
North Polk Street
Tombstone Reflections as Frontier Past Collapses
A yearning for a crude grave on a prospector’s claim contrasts with Tombstone’s fading old West. The speaker desecrates cemeteries and longs for a granite hill burial, while the town decays: the courthouse of 1882 sits dark, Cochise County moves to Bisbee, and a new $300,000 courthouse rises.
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Tombstone
Arizona
Cochise
Bisbee
President Warns Against Extending Federal Relief Powers
The President argues that expanding federal treasury use risks increasing taxation and unemployment, undermining self reliance. He notes veterans receive priority in employment, but warns allowing broad borrowing could harm families relying on veteran certificates and insurance. He urges relief focused on reducing burdens rather than new programs.
Gas Company Losses Reported In Amarillo
The Amarillo Gas Company posted a loss for last year per its annual report filed with the City Commission. Net figures show operating costs of 696556.31 with gross earnings about 20 000 under expenses. The filing by vice president Harry M. Brown includes a full inventory of assets and expenses.
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Amarillo Gas Company
City Commission
Harry M. Brown
Pany
Block Withdrawal Shifts World Ownership Negotiations
The World papers shift as Mr Block withdraws from buying the Worlds. Hearst and Mr Howard reportedly agree on ownership: morning editions to Hearst and Evening World to Howard for merger with Evening Telegram. World employees push ahead with their own bid, claiming a higher offer.
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Block
Roy Howard
Messrs
Pulitzer
Steuer
Hearst
Gustave A. Rogers
World Employes
Block’s Withdrawal That It Was “the Result of An Agreement Between Mr. Howard
William Randolph Hearst
Rogers
Sunday World
Morning World
Associated Press
Evening World
Mr. Howard
Evening Telegram
World
Howard
Mr. Hearst
Mr. Block
Radio Schedule Highlights From The Evening Lineup
Bordoni and others appear as guest singers on WEAF and stations at 7. Will Rogers saloon orchestra broadcast on WJZ and network at 7 30. Drama Jungle Time and talk by Dr Herbert S Dickey on WABC at 7 34 5. Efrem Zimbalist violinist on WJZ at 8 30. James Fe Sullivan memorial prize to Bobby Jones from Chicago at 9. B A Rolfe dance orchestra on WEAF at 9. Nan Halperin singing on WABC at 10 30.
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Bordoni
WEAF
Will Rogers
Salon
WJZ
Dr. Herberts
Dickey
Explorer
WABC
Efrem Zimbalist
James Fe.” Sullivan Memorial
Bobby Jones
Chicago
B. A. Rolfe Dance
Nan Halperin
Radio Schedule Lists Health Talk and Organ Program
KGBS airs Dr. T M Webb health talk from 6:30 to 7 then Organ Program by John Josey from 7 to 7 30 WDAG broadcasts Mayor's Loyalty Program from 9 30 to 10 30.
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KGBS
T. M. Webb
John Josey
WDAG
Rehearsal Canceled for City Minstrel Show
The Crippled Children Minstrel rehearsal is canceled tonight per director Mike Hollander. Cake walk contest participants meet at 5 p.m. in University Club Rooms, with full rehearsal set for tomorrow night. Ticket sales begin tomorrow as American Business Club and BPW Club hold blocks. last year the fund raised about $4,000 for treatment.
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Mike Hollander
University Club
American Business Club
Business and Professional Women’s Club
Cascarets Claim Fast Relief From Constipation
Advertises Cascarets as a palatable cascara candy that strengthens bowel muscles and provides quick relief for sluggish bowels. Promises cleansing of both bowels, cleared coated tongue, sweeter breath, and brighter eyes with a single nightly use.
Amarillo City water project offers new wells to Palo Duro plant
A proposal outlines constructing 38 inch holes with 18 inch casing, gravel in annulus, and brick housed turbine pumps linked to an 80 inch distribution line to the city reservoir. It seeks a 2.5 million gallon daily purchase for 10 years at 7 12 cents per thousand gallons, with option to buy plant and water rights for 125000 dollars.
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C. D
Palo Duro
City
Amarillo
D. L. McDonald
U. S
Explosion damages yacht near Cape San Lucas
A yacht named F. F. F. was damaged by an explosion and burned near Cape San Lucas after a reported incident by a radio station from the Panama mail liner Ecuador. Harry Fisher and his sister Miss Dorothy Fisher of Long Beach California narrowly escaped injury as the craft was beached at a dangerous southern Baja coastline point.
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Radio Today
Panama Mail
Ecuador
Harry
Fisher
Long Beach
Calif
Sportsman
Dorothy Fisher
Cape San Lucas
California
Secretaries Meet Set One Week Later in Houston
The State Commercial Secretaries Association annual convention is moved to May 26 to 27 in Houston, announced by O V Vernon of the Chamber of Commerce. Vernon, a state director, said the dates were formerly May 18 to 20.
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State Commercial Secretaries’ Association
Houston
O. V. Vernon
Chamber of Commerce
Vernon
Prohibition policy debate unsettles Democratic leaders
Kansas Senate minority leader and 1928 VP candidate commented on committee aims. Senators McKellar Connally and Tydings opposed moving to a prohibition policy. Connally warned such a push would cause party turmoil while Tydings called the plan of doubtful value and favored caution.
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Ansas
Senate
McKellar
Tennessee
Connally
Texas
United Press
Tydings
Maryland
Bennett murder trial details hinge on firearm and quarrel
Reed testified Bennett fired at close range with a revolver Bennett loaded and used by request with Mrs Bennett assisting in packing for a business trip to St Joseph The bridge quarrel allegedly ended with Bennett slamming the table and striking his wife as she followed his orders to prepare for travel
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Reed
Bennett
St. Joseph
Kansas City Livestock Market Report of February 26
Hogs 4,000 head uneven prices 15 to 25 cents higher top 7.00. packing sows 5.25 to 6.00. stock pigs 6.25 to 6.75. Cattle 2,000 head calves 300. steers 7.25 to 10.50. common 6.00 to 7.75. heifers 6.25 to 9.00. cows 4.50 to 6.00. vealers 5.00 to 9.00. stocker steers 6.25 to 8.76. common 4.00 to 6.75. Sheep 10,000 head steady to weak. lambs 7.25 to 8.40. medium to choice 6.25 to 8.15.-ewes 3.25 to 4.75.
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Kansas City
Associated Press
Mothers Mix This At Home for a Bad Cough
Home remedy touts Pinex with sugar syrup or honey to treat coughs chest colds. Claims quick lasting relief, purity, and safety with blood absorption aiding bronchial action. Warns against substitutes and offers money back guarantee for prompt relief.
Parents Should Stand United In Child Rearing
This piece urges parents to agree firmly on rules for children. It argues that division between mother and father weakens home life and harms children. It praises a united front where the mother supports the father's decisions and both avoid contradicting each other.
Doctor’s Syrup Pepsin Promoted for Cold Bowel Relief
An unsigned medical advertisement touts Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin as a gentle, effective laxative for cold symptoms. It claims the product clears phlegm and wastes, prevents griping, and is safe for children during illness, with mild ingredients and pure pepsin.
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Oover
Harding
Goiag
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West
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Standard Oil, Company of New Jersey
Gulf Corporation
Dutch ‘Shell Company
Venzuela
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Pat
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Henry
Old Henry
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New York
Judge of Life
Michigan Avenue
Old Tack
Nasdoy
Tack
Court House Square
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Jno. F. Clark Brokerage Co
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York
Jno
F. Clarke
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Allegheny Corporation
Warner Bros Pictures
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American International
Woolworth Go
American Locomotive
Yellow Truck & Coach
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Yeattr- At Day
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Fox Theatre
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Byers
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Canadian Pacific
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Celotex Company
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Midwest Utilities
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Chesapeake Corporation
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Western Air Express
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Cutler Hammer
New
Curtiss Wright
Imperial Oil Ltd
Davison Chemical
Delaware & Hudson Co
Mexican Seaboard
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Mid-Continent
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Royal Dutch
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Frieco
Skelly
General Mills General Theater
So Penn Oilantes
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Gillette Safety Razor
St'd of
Glidden Company
Gold Dust Corporation Neeee
Goodrich Tire & Rubber
Standard of
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Goodyear Tire & Rubber
Sunray
Gotham Silk Hose
Superior Oil
Ase
Graham Praige
Texas Corp
Eeeneeee
Granby Consolidated
Tex Pac Ld & Eee
Ay Grigsby Grunow
Tex Pac Cs & Oil Eee
Bis Great Northern Ry Fd
Tee Seeenee
Great Western Sugar
Union Oil
Sae
Hahn Dept Stores
Warner-Quinlan
Hudson Motors
Ohio of
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International Cement
International
S Kresge & Company
Kroger Grocery & Baking
Krueger & Tollwee
Lambert Company
Liggett Myers
Lorillard Tobacco Seeceeres
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Miami Copper
Montgomery Ward
Murray Corporation
Nash Motors
National Air Transport
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National Power & Light
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Pillsbury Flour Mills
Public Service of NJ
Pullman
Purity Bakery
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Keith Orpheum
Remington
Reo Motor Car
Republic Iron &Steele
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St. Joseph Lead
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Schulte
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Sears Roebuck
Simmons Company
Southern California Edison
Standard Brands, Inc
Standard Gas & Electric Ee
Stone & Webster
Eerene Stewart Warner
Studebaker Corporation
Southern Pacific
Union Pacific RR
United Aircraft &Transport
United Cigar Stores
Eecressee
United Corporation
United Fruit
United Carbon
United Gas Improvement
Las Union Carbide
Abo
S Pipe & Foundry
Fe Steel
Universal Pipe & Rad
Scopes Um Corporation
Edgar A. Guest
Orn. W. B. Catowenl’s
Doctors Family
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