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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1933
Page
2
In a sharp appeal a resident pleads for relief from a surge of electrical shocks and “jumps” that affect phones and lights. He notes widespread complaints and asks Mr. Makeig of the electric light company to investigate, wondering if drought or higher usage is increasing current.
The piece blends weather talk and a push for a new West Texas state with Congress and Roosevelt pressure. It notes Prohibition clashes, a looming political storm, and praise for Franklin D. Roosevelt while criticizing Hoover. It frames期待 upheaval, big men, and regional tensions in the Panhandle.
The speaker greets Mr. Roosevelt and argues no president since George Washington faced as much responsibility. He urges support for the new leader and cautions against demanding perfection or judging him only by personal standards.
A writer describes being a woman philosopher facing social isolation and disdain from other women. She laments acceptance of Rousseau’s view that many men rule while a few cunning ones enslave others. She criticizes female peers for prudishness and hypocrisy.
February records show only six marriage certificates issued and nine divorces granted in Potter County. No marriages filed until February 18. certificates went to Adams Goodall, Harris Woodward, Hagood Cobb, Allen Foster, Larsen Todd, Hayden Garvey. Divorces granted in 108th District Court include Lohofer Murray, Nola Buford, Easterling, Bell, Leta Eddings, York, Bessire, and Catlin.
Amarillo health unit reports a sharp rise in activity with 11,064 telephone calls to the clinic at city hall last year up from 5,933 in 1931. Dr. Benjamin M. Primer, director, said conditions are excellent and only five homes remain under quarantine for scarlet fever, placarded accordingly.
Engineers Club of Amarillo College plans a Tuesday field trip to the Southwestern Public Service power plant. After inspection, a hamburger fry will follow in the physics lab. Eligible male students taking chemistry or physics are invited to attend at 7:30. Officers: Ed D. Parsons president, Lloyd Farnsworth vice president, Fred Rolater secretary treasurer, Roy C. parliamentarian, Robert McNeil corresponding secretary.
The American Legion and Auxiliary will host a Tuesday social evening at the Legion Home. The 8 and 40 will serve as hostesses and guests will play bridge. A vegetable shower is planned for neighborhood kitchens and attendees are asked to bring a bunch of vegetables.
LW Miles sues T T Thompson Randall County highway contractor and Standard Surety & Casualty Co for 20000 in damages in 108th District Court over a November 30 1932 wreck. Miles alleges his car was struck by a heavily loaded Thompson truck while he stood at the road edge siphoning gasoline. he lives at 314 East Sixteenth Avenue.
Jack Engman was found guilty of liquor law violations by a jury in 47th District Court. He received a one year prison term with the sentence suspended. The jury was excused until Thursday morning.
T W Uncle Tom Silvers 72 of Brownwood Texas believes Jesse James may have died in Brownwood 1898 based on an interview with Dublin janitor Bill Goodwin. Silvers recalls connections to the James family and says he writes a book while denying bragging about relatives.
Public Works officials push rapid rebuilding and 4 percent construction loan rates. Smith calls for a reconstruction bond issue to fund highway and bridge projects, while cotton support and treasury-post office funding struggle in Congress. The Costigan stock market probe is extended to the next session.
A compact verse about offering aid to those in distress before judging their mistakes. The speaker vows to provide food and water, transport to a hospital, and practical help, trusting recovery before offering advice. It emphasizes a compassionate approach over quick analysis.
A soldier recounts aiding a traveler to reach Pei Palo and Chengteh Fu as Japanese forces mass near Jehol. He notes Chinese rivers frozen four to five feet, enabling heavy motorized moves, while the campaign hinges on a pivotal winter battle and the aim to seal off the Great Wall portals. Kobayashi mocks secrecy as he and his troops converge.
Japanese troops faced a major test as they attacked entrenched Chinese defenders in the eastern Jehol border. Chinese forces, including Tsai Kai’s 19th rout Army, held a 20 to 40 mile line with strong emplacements while Japanese maneuvers in Chaoyang Kailu and Talichiatung aimed to outflank and storm the positions. Major Kobayashi led the advancing Japanese column as troops entered the foot of the mountain passes in a three mile processional.
A 24 year old Van Der Lubbe from Amsterdam confessed to setting the Reichstag fire and another blaze at the former Kaiser's Palace. He admits starting one fire on the main floor. police suspect accomplices fled. The Reichstag interior suffered major damage. one fireman fainted, no injuries reported. The building, 420 by 300 feet, cost over $6 million. The government promises swift action.
A Kansas City physician advertises a free trial treatment for high blood pressure and related symptoms. The offer promises normal sleep and symptom relief within three days, with a one dollar trial size and a money back cancellation if not satisfied. The remedy is claimed harmless and safe with other treatments.
Banks in Pennsylvania and Ohio reopened under emergency powers granted by new laws. Pennsylvania allows withdrawals under oversight while deposits after invoking powers are exempt. Ohio enables the banking superintendent to curb withdrawals and streamline bank liquidations and reopenings with depositor protection. Other states move to strengthen the system amid reopenings.
Police said Tuesday no trace had been found of 14 year old Harry Keith missing since Monday morning. O F Keith, the boy's father, asked police to search. He left home at Martha's Tourist Camp on North Fillmore Street heading to school in a blue work shirt brown cap tan boots and blue overalls.
The House re referred a bill to levy a tax of 1.50 per ton on sulphur from the revenue and taxation committee to the conservation and reclamation committee. The present tax stands at 0.75 per ton. A bill to raise inheritance taxes was also moved from revenue and taxation to conservation and reclamation.
As Chancellor Hitler tours the Reichstag, he tells a Voelkische Beobachter correspondent that Communists intend to ruin Germany and Europe, calling the deed dictated by the sinister spirit of Communists.
The Mardi Gras holiday kept markets closed in New Orleans with no trading. In Kansas City hogs and cattle showed lower bids amid light activity while lambs and sheep posted mixed quotes. New York Stock Letter noted stocks moving higher in quiet trading with rails firm and several big names advancing slightly.
The article notes that the damage to clothing is caused by the larvae of the clothes moth rather than the adult moths. It explains how larvae bore and feed within fabrics, leaving hidden damage that may go unseen until fibers weaken and holes appear.
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