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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1950
Page
2
A fragment notes a publication by the Globe board of censors listing members Izzard Paul Allingham N D Bartlett Grady Camp Mrs Sarah Winter Mrs Bob Babb Lewis Nordyke Joe Hess and Charley Underwood. The text references a formal publication or notice involving these individuals.
David Rasco honors Dr. Dee Roach in a veteran obituary noting Amarillo’s loss of a gentle heart and a civic era passing. The tribute highlights Roach’s public service, community impact, and compassionate leadership within the city.
The piece honors Dr. Roach as one of the Southwest's kindest, most conscientious men who placed community welfare above self. It notes his humble nature, genuine citizenship, and easy generosity, portraying him as an exemplary local figure. A prose anecdote and local pride run through the tribute. It also mentions Amarillo's Western National Life Insurance, highlighting its status and potential growth.
Houston, though 50 miles from the sea, ranks as the nation’s third largest port. Oil men fret over Venezuelan and Syrian imports while Texas producers face proration cuts. Insiders warn a price drop in oil this spring or early summer seems inevitable.
Harold Dunn, a young man well versed in oil and gas matters, expresses notable worry when disturbed, suggesting a troubling situation in the industry he tracks closely.
A 24-year-old war veteran fresh from Princeton attends his cousin’s coming out in Baltimore. In the stag line among juniors, the debutante remarks to her escort that “That’s my Cousin Dick. You know, he never married.” The piece ends with a quip about old-fashioned doctors who prescribed “about as much et as you could spread on a e.”
An old saying expresses that those with shoes see the world as wrapped in leather. The adage reflects a humorous perspective on wealth and perception, suggesting comfort alters view and status.
The report describes a widespread flu in the town causing many to stay in bed. A teased social event was disrupted after telephoning households revealed many spouses were ill with the flu, halting plans and spreading concern.
George Shannon among many who recovered credits the new anti-cold pills for a quick recovery and expresses belief in their efficacy. He hopes a new sore muscle remedy will work similarly, while urging sensible habits like early bed, moderate eating, and careful steps to avoid illness caused by Old Man Flu.
A speaker praises Amarillo’s colorful citizens and lists All-Americans in business professions and skilled trades. He recalls observing Buck Carter, lauding his extraordinary salesmanship, enthusiasm, and influence, suggesting he would work with Carter to learn his methods.
A salesman guides a reader to a Chevrolet display and extols the car as a universe of hope. The narrator, struck by the salesman’s fervent pitch, recalls Buck Carter claiming this is a Chevrolet year with promises of honeyed abundance and a solved future through buying a car.
The report reflects Mr Carter's enduring energy and temperament from youth to present. While two years ago he was nervous, he remains a ball of fire in public life, showing steady vigor and drive.
A man reports renewed vitality after Mrs. Carter taught him to relax. His insomnia eased, color returns to his face, and he now naps two to three hours daily. He delegates more and stops worrying, claiming he is finally learning to live.
In Amarillo, many people discuss Mrs Carter's role helping her husband overcome nervous exhaustion. The remark also warns that those not seeking to buy a car should avoid him, implying a broader social cautions around his influence and actions.
The column notes telecasted wrestling drawing strong showings, Lauren Bacall sparks front-page chatter with her claim about sex appeal, James Thurber lampoons civility, and General McCloy and Errol Flynn draw reactions. It also mocks fashion items, gossip at social spots, and Kentucky Derby betting hints.
The columnist praises Winchell as a standout in newspapers and radio, noting his tremendous mind and energy and general accuracy. He quotes a claim about the Hudson River canyon carved by a glacier 10 million years ago, suggesting dramatic geological scenery akin to the Grand Canyon.
The reader challenges a prior claim about the Hudson River, noting it is not a mile deep and questioning whether the river spans three or four miles in width. The comment highlights that even authoritative sources can err.
Winchell notes the hospital’s status as the city’s oldest institution with roots in the Civil War era as the first patients were wounded minute men. He adds Empire State Building capacity and New York coastline expansions, and ends with a slang line about a chocolate malted with an egg.
The 1862 Texas legislature resolved to take over Salt del Ray in Southeast Texas and declare its mined salt state property. Antony Salinas was appointed to operate the salt works, laborers were exempt from Confederate draft, and salt sold for 1.30 a pound. The move anchored state mineral rights and foreshadowed later claims, with Bascom Giles overseeing school funds totaling nearly three million dollars.
New Zealand now pays a boarding allowance of 3 dollars a week to parents whose children must board away from home to attend school, up from 2 dollars a week.
Spanish studios race to finish 24 feature films due to import restrictions that cut U.S. productions and reduce overall foreign film imports. United States pictures brought fewer titles as restrictions bite.
James Marlow notes two congressionally reviewed economic reports show postwar inflation easing since 1948, a gradual recession in 1949, and a cautious recovery. With inflation ending, Truman and advisers urge higher production employment and incomes in 1950, stressing actions by business labor farmers and government to sustain growth and avoid renewed downturn.
ASHVILLE Ohio Paul J Borman 45 is an engineer for a public utility company secretary of the Ashville volunteer fire department and attends firemen classes two hours each Tuesday He belongs to the Supervisors Club Elks Knights of Pythias and the Community Club In spare time he attends high school runs a welding shop and spends time with his wife and six children Bozman and two daughters attend high school with him where he is president of the sophomore class and an honor student.
Hollywood Jan 10 Jo Stafford becomes the first US entertainer to launch a Europe wide disc jockey program from Radio Luxembourg. She notes European taste leans away from bebop toward British stars Ted Heath Vera Lynn and Anne Shelton with a mix of swing and American acts. The eight song pilot includes Tiger Rag Fine and Dandy Apple Blossom Time and aims to drum up support and a sponsor while she discusses Hollywood news and records.
Claire Cox notes Europeans keep water modest by drinking wine beer and other potables while bathing rarely. She contrasts six weeks in Europe with New York water shortages and recounts anecdotes of pampered water scarcity and Paris hotel attitudes toward Americans thirst and baths.
BUFFALO NY United Press research from the Cornell agricultural experiment station warns that older people drink too little milk and should increase consumption to counter a negative calcium balance. The report notes most calcium is stored in bones and aging, endocrine changes and absorption issues contribute to bone loss.
AP analyst Dewitt MacKenzie argues Britain’s recognition of Communist China complicates a U.S. stance on China policy. Britain defends realism and vital interests, while Chiang Kai-shek and Formosa react. UN Council alignment shifts as Washington seeks to split China from Moscow.
Dick Wingert surveys a public-service note from the National Potato Chip Institute on a noiseless way to eat chips. He jokes about high society chip etiquette, industry growth, and a Cincinnati convention queen. He also reflects on New York politeness, city crowds, and late night bus rides.
St Paul winter carnival officials named insurance executive Norman H Nelson to rule over the Jan 27 to Feb 5 celebration as King Boreas XIV instead of XIII. The choice aims to avoid an unlucky number and secure favorable weather after years of thawing or bitter cold.
The State of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil will allocate 530000 dollars for purchasing tractors and improving highways. The计划 aims to boost farming efficiency and road infrastructure funding within the state.
Ecuador examines the potential to grow pyrethrum, a crop not previously cultivated in the country, as researchers assess viability and impact on local agriculture.
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