Farm tax payment changes prompt reader inquiry in Oregon
Letter from Viola Baird in Portland questions Texas farm tax due dates and the move to a semi annual split tax. She cites the new law and asks for timing and rationale behind the change.
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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1932
Page
3
Letter from Viola Baird in Portland questions Texas farm tax due dates and the move to a semi annual split tax. She cites the new law and asks for timing and rationale behind the change.
A letter from a married applicant asks Tack for employment, offering to do any work from office tasks to house duties and car mechanics. He notes his wife is an excellent cook and promises strong references, urging action as they are in dire need.
A homeless, middle aged widow describes herself as out of work and without a home. She seeks immediate employment options including housekeeping for a single man or couple, boarding house work, or mending, pledging excellent references and a permanent place, contact Mrs C at telephone 7516.
The readable line shows a letter closing with willingness to travel anywhere and a contact telephone, signed G M W, but no identifiable event, person, or organization survives to form a full summary.
A deaf mute carpenter and tailor, Willie Jones of 507 North Harrison Street, states he will do brick work, demolition, yard, or sign duties and is willing to relocate. A middle aged couple asks for work as well and requests contact at phone number 4907.
A young married man, W B Killingsworth, appeals for any job offered to support his wife. He will work anywhere and in any kind of work in town or country and hopes to stay where both can work. He asks for help and provides contact at 708 North Buchanan Street or via writing.
A reader defends a local Crippled Children's Show praising its volunteers and talent while denouncing critics who accuse the event of immorality. The letter argues the community supports disabled performers and urges readers to celebrate rather than condemn the performance despite objections.
A middle aged widow in good health seeks a steady partner with a income or job. She desires a devoted home companion and warns against loafers or triflers. The note is sent to Tack and signed M M who reads the column daily.
A widow with two schoolgoing children appeals for any work and offers to work by the day or hour. She expresses urgent need and willingness to take varied jobs to support her family.
A jumble of personal ads seeks employment or rental among residents. Florence invites work offers at 1019 D Johnson Street, while R L E lists a North Taylor Street contact seeking a rental for a three person family. Other notices include a reader seeking opportunities and a mechanic offering to work on farms or ranches.
A reader writes in defending a charity show, arguing for its community value while prompting letters from others on funding, local impact, and event organization amid ongoing civic chatter.
Two young widows aged 23 and 25 new to Amarillo seek male pen pals between 25 and 30. They express interest in exchanging photographs and forming connections. Signed 8S. M. and M. W.
WDAG and KGRS receive praise for creating splendid programs with diverse music and engaging songs. The stations are commended for special efforts and consistent quality in presenting varied content.
The article notes broadcasters committing to maintain features on the air and expresses hope that the stations will stick by their obligations.
A reader asks for a girl aged 20 to 24 for an unspecified job opportunity in Alaska. The inquiry seeks a respondent who would be interested in the offer.
Residents praise WDAG and KGRS for dedicating extensive time to religious services on Sundays. Community members, including many others, express appreciation for their day and night coverage and generosity.
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