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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1933
Page
2
A collage of humorous quips and regional anecdotes centered on Amarillo Texas including jokes about handshakes, a bird dog tale from Ardmore, Okla, and reflections on public figures Hoover Roosevelt and a potential Amarillo postmaster. The column mixes moral observations, puns, and light social commentary with regional color and dialect.
The Business Good Will department of Amarillo’s chamber will unite wholesale and retail merchants to boost local trade. Roy Cullum says the plan aims to attract customers from neighboring towns and encourage favorable word of mouth. Dr. R. B. Parcells calls directors to meet Friday at 11 with reports due.
“Sorority Dream Girls” a musical revue arrives at the Paramount Theater for a single Northwest Texas appearance. Directed by Weille Day, the show will feature stage and radio talent and offers local auditions at 11 o clock Friday in the Crystal ball room of the Herring Hotel with Milton Overman handling registrations. An accompanist is provided or entrants may bring their own.
Washington reports an emergency loan of 2 565 833 dollars to Texas approved by the Reconstruction Finance Corporation. The note hints at civic and rural concerns as communities debate relocating residents to balance urban and rural areas amid price and surplus anxieties.
In Sofia on January 5 nurse Catherine Constantinos killed Christis Trajonoff, the wounded editor murderer Simeone Evtimoff. The act followed a political feud with Trajonoff dying at hospital and funeral crowds attending.
Mayor Ross D. Rogers said Amarillo will not raise the property tax beyond a $1 rate despite protests about high taxes and uneven improvements. The council adopted further cost-cutting, with 14 city workers slated for departure January 15, saving about $2,170.16 monthly, as City Manager C. H. Winterhaler prepares to retire.
A World War veteran kept in a state hospital after pursuing film star Bebe Daniels claims he married her in Mexico in 1925. He testified that a motion picture wedding was staged because no bridegroom was available, but he later learned the ceremony was valid.
A Cordova purse with a trade press badge was lost Saturday afternoon. The owner says the purse contained $15 and asks for its return. Possible locations include a Washington Street bus stop or the S and W Grand Silver or Kress store. A reward is offered. Phone 2 1873.
Seven planes of a 17 aircraft Marine aviation unit evacuating Nicaragua were due at Fort Crockett Galveston for a brief stopover en route to Quantico Virginia. The group had earlier landed at Corpus Christi yesterday because heavy coastal fog delayed travel.
Bandits held up the Kaleva State Bank in Kaleva Michigan killing the cashier Ellsworth Billman and escaping with about $3000. An investigation followed as authorities hunted the robbers.
Robert Fletcher aged 40 was found dead at his Kernes home early today. A .22 caliber rifle fired once lay near the body and the bullet entered between his eyes. Police are investigating the shooting as a possible suicide or foul play.
Grieves told the Senate that news of former President Coolidge's departure came as a great surprise and shock to the Senate. He was among the distinguished men of his time and served the country long with notable ability. Robinson supported adjourning the Senate in tribute.
Former Governor Alfred E. Smith said he was deeply shocked and deeply grieved by the death of former President Calvin Coolidge. He added he had admired Coolidge and remained pleasantly associated with him since leaving Washington.
Alexander Legge president of International Harvester and former National Transportation Board head cried he was sad beyond expression upon learning President Coolidge had died. The remark reflects the close ties between industry leaders and the presidential era.
Boston January 5 Governor Joseph B Ely halted a public reception after his inauguration to express regret over the death of former President Calvin Coolidge. Ely praised Coolidge as an idol of Massachusetts and the nation for his forthright public acts and private life. Mrs Ely joined in offering sympathy to Mrs Coolidge.
The repeal of the Constitution’s liquor ban moves forward as a Senate committee votes favorably for repeal for the first time since national prohibition began thirteen years ago this month. Reservations were offered by several subcommittee members on various sections of the proposal.
Paris bankers report the dollar fell six centimes to 25.56 francs on the exchange this morning amid rumors of a possible abandonment of the gold standard by the United States. Speculators were said to be selling the dollar short.
Dr. V Gregory Burton, a young specialist in heart diseases, was held by secret service agents on a counterfeiting charge. The arrest, made yesterday in New York, connects to an international ring led by Count Enrique Dechow Von Buelow, a former German aviator.
The Internal Revenue Bureau announced an abatement of 5 869 951 dollars and a refund of 45 343 dollars to the estate of Ogden Mills father of Secretary Mills for over assessment of estate tax.
An advertisement proclaims Aspironal as a rapid, lab endorsed cold remedy. It claims two minute relief, compares favorably to whiskey and other tonics, and urges purchase at local drug stores for both adults and children. The copy invites readers to test the product with a money back guarantee if symptoms do not fade within two minutes.
Paris reports Laval says Hoover made no pledge on debt revision in talks with Laval. The 1933 French budget reportedly contains no provision for U.S. debt payments or German reparations. Laval says Hoover pledged moratorium continuation during the crisis. Senate debate hints at renewed debt discussions with Britain and other defaulting nations.
Kansas City hogs saw prices steady to lower with top at 3.05 for 180-200 lb. hogs and calves in the 800-996 lb range around 5.35 to 8.85 for steers, while cattle and sheep varied by weight. New Orleans cotton opened moderately active with March around 6.16, May 6.28, and July 6.41 as hedges pressured initial losses before a partial rebound.
Poem about a child wanting toys while a mother drags him shopping. The narrator laments being treated as a nuisance and questions whether grownups would prefer to shop alone. The piece contrasts child desire with parental restraint amid busy stores.
The stock market extended its gains but showed weariness after yesterday's advance. Chinases buying pushed silver up half a cent, wheat held steady in Liverpool and Chicago, and oils remained firm. Copper rumors faded as Mid-Continent crude demand did not materialize and foreign exchange pressure eased.
An old style drug advertisement urges quick cold relief with Grove's Laxative Bromo Quinine. It claims four actions: opens bowels kills germs and fever relieves headache and tones the system. Available in 30c and 50c sizes at druggists.
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