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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1935
Page
12
Potter County jail inmates have damaged courthouse plate glass, prompting Amarillo insurers to seek release from policies. The county commissioners canceled all plate glass contracts, saying replacement costs are cheaper than premiums. They will seek a refund for the unexpired policy portions and await expiration of remaining covers.
The piece notes a brighter 1935 for U S railroads with the new Association of American Railroads pushing self regulation, faster service, air conditioned passenger cars, and plans for many new streamlined trains. It highlights Pennsylvanian Railroad orders for 57 locomotives at $15 million, grade crossing removals, and broader modernization across lines. It also covers a Philharmonic Symphony concert in Amarillo, rail inspections, and local Santa Fe personnel updates.
The county commissioners approved a $70 burglary insurance payment for the tax assessor collector’s office. They accepted a temporary lease from G M Peet, a Potter County farmer, for a strip of land on his farm east of town to use as a roadway though no road designation exists yet. They also approved a two year delinquent tax record compiled by the tax office and noted Elliott Greer Company bid $549 50 for 14 record books for the county clerk’s office.
Public health alert promotes the Vicks Plan for cold prevention and relief. It advises at first sniffle to use Va-tro-nol, at night to apply VapoRule, and to gargle with Voratone for added protection when flu is circulating.
The Don Cossack Russian Male Chorus begins its fifth American tour, aiming for 67 engagements in 70 days across many cities. Since debuting in Vienna ten years ago they have given upwards of 2,700 concerts, a record among musical groups. They perform Friday at Municipal Auditorium with tickets from 35 cents to a dollar 25.
Mrs. Retta McDonald of Stearns Kentucky reports Cardus eased pains and nervousness. She took about eight bottles and says her weakness, head and back trouble improved, monthly pains resistance increased, and the whole system grew stronger. Thousands testify benefits. If it does not help, consult a physician.
Awaiting trial in Randall County on a swindling charge. Ben New was held in Potter County jail today. He was brought here by Canyon officers yesterday. Canyon officers escorted Finis Ganns and Loren Allen to Canyon for arraignment on automobile theft charges. They had been held here for safekeeping.
County superintendent Carl G. Clifft started a survey tour of Potter County rural schools, his first visit to all schools since assuming office. He plans to speak Friday in the tour’s schedule as noted.
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