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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1951
Page
2
The below notice appeared for public information and is issued by the relevant local authority. Details are restricted to formal public notice content as provided, with essential names and actions recorded for compliance.
An unsettled weather pattern is expected with a forthcoming sudden wind shift to the north. Forecasters advise precaution as conditions may vary and crossing fingers is suggested.
A local figure complains that Old Tack talks too much while needed to listen. He cites a recent error, noting medicines went missing in alleys and accusing Tack of offering $100 for any MD who endorsed Hadacol.
Letter from a reader praising Hadacol after a summer operation claims quick relief and cites a Mayo Clinic doctor in Oklahoma Panhandle approval. The writer hints at awarding £100 if the physician confirms, while criticizing some doctors and urging a reply to Mrs Hostutler. The office awaits official reaction from Oklahoma.
A brief letter fragment begins with a salutation to Tack and questions the boundaries of manhood. The readable line hints at a personal anecdote or opinion but provides no further events or names.
A Daily Reader letter argues ranchers should bar access to private ranch land and keep city folk off gates, claiming farmers pay for and protect their own property while city residents assume it belongs to all. The writer urges forming an organization to prohibit city slickers from trespassing and blocking stock.
A vivid Winchell toast notes the year 1951 and a boxing scene with a referee counting to ten as a boxer speaks in a drawn out cadence. A gloved hand shields eyes from lights and a lingering crowd voice repeats a tolling number in a theatrical display.
Fragmentary message shows opposition to deploying American forces in Europe. References to Stalin Vishinski and named groups point to antiwar sentiment and international actors amid wartime discourse.
Winchell notes Nevada Smith in the show wearing a 117 karat tourmaline gift by Jack Prye. Gilamorville headlines claim shapely legs and mention two black eyes as a husband’s discovery, with local reaction unfolding.
A report notes harsh gender norms with women in the East enduring beating while in the West men face threats, beatings, shootings, or expulsion. The line reflects a period view on male authority and violence.
Martha Cuneo's poodle, gifted by Conrad Hilton, occupies its own room at the Plaza. Italian actress Lia di Leo claims she will be Mrs. Robert Taylor, after praising Orson Welles in Rome. Life shows Marines' faces in war. Time highlights Chicago stripper who shot her husband.
William F. Winchell argues that the human spirit is strengthened by striving for a better life. He says the Ten Commandments, the Golden Rule, and Bible precepts outlast tyrants and treaties, offering lasting unity amid wars and disasters.
Winchell reports Margaret Truman may join Lloyd Nolan in Courtin Pitan. Offer pegged at 5000 dollars per week. He notes the Texas oil man widow hosted a town cash party, with attendees greeting guests at the door.
Rural Electrification Administration statistics show farm families without electric pumps use six gallons per person daily. After installing water facilities, daily use may rise to 50 gallons per person. The REA notes that a nickel’s worth of electricity can pump and deliver 1,000 gallons to its place of use.
Russell Burel Jarnagin 6, son of Mr and Mrs R H Jarnagin Wildorado, listed fair at St Anthony's Hospital after a pick up truck he rode in with his father and Claude Harris 38 crashed into a parked butane truck. Child sustained injury to right arm and possible internal injuries. Emergency treatment given at St Anthony's.
Phoenix January 16 a teenage Texan caught sampling a stolen pie was given a seven year suspended sentence so he could be returned to Texas to face burglary charges. W. E. Dawes 19 of Dallas was sentenced yesterday by Judge Fred J Struckmeyer Jr in the case pending in the Texas burglary matter.
Amarillo plumbing contractors will hold a noon luncheon tomorrow at Long Champ's to discuss plumbing code violations with Curtis O Burke presiding. Guest speaker Glenn Parker corporation court counsel will address attendees.
The apple blossom is designated as the official flower for the states of Michigan and Arkansas. It represents both states in official symbolism and ceremonies.
A person offers housework services at 75 cents per hour and asks to work morning shifts from 8:30 to 11:30 and 12:30 to 3. The caller notes they must keep these hours due to children in school and provides the phone number 3-5252.
A reader requests a collie dog for a rural household after a farm dog was poisoned last week. The note asks interested parties to call 29335 and addresses Bobbie as the requester.
A reader offers a young gray and black cat seeking a caring home. Call 32-1718 to inquire and arrange adoption.
Classified notice seeks trade or sale of a high chair in grand condition. Wants two books of Gunn Bros stamps or sale, with contact by phone at 2-8830.
A local ad lists a wash service for two dollars, ironing at one dollar per dozen, and shirt pant or printhouse dresses at two dollars per dozen. Uniforms for ladies ironed at thirty five cents each. Contact via 3 T 770 or 1107 North Taylor. Also seeks quilting exchange for a children size navy snow suit with two quilts and materials provided. Phone 3 4797 evenings.
A blue yellow and grey striped sleeveless pullover, gift for a five year old, was lost at the Victory Theater the Saturday before Christmas. Owner offers a reward for its return and requests help locating the lost item.
Looking to hire a caregiver to watch two children during the day in my home or theirs. Also seeking a good home for a small black dog described as very friendly. Please contact if interested.
Mystery item found January 9 in front yard. Owner urged to call 25 Maryland to claim the silk bead scarf. Also found a dark green left-hand kid glove. Call S- for more details.
Former Austin shop owner with 10 years sewing experience provides alterations dressmaking and children's clothing services. Call for appointment at 4 1395.
Advertises a trade offer for a circulator heater in exchange for a large radiant heater. Also notes a wheelchair for sale at a cheap price and provides the phone number 3-1083 for inquiries.
Mrs Harold Gorman reports a black metal suitcase missing since early Sunday. She asks finders to call 3-1273, listing 2913 North West Third as contact address.
A colored couple seeks employment on a ranch and invites interested parties to contact them at 307 North Monroe. They note six years of experience and request inquiry from potential employers.
Frances Triplett, 17, seeking part time employment. Experience caring for children and house cleaning. Contact by phone 30854.
A brief fragment asks for assistance in locating a girl. No clear names, dates, or places are readable. The text appears as an interrupted sentence from a larger notice or column.
A 9 year old boy named Carl Ray Kilcrease reports his collie dog has died and asks for help finding another collie. He offers a good home and provides the contact phone 2 8029 and address 1528 East Fifth for response.
A resident offers a brand new GE waffle iron with sandwich grill and a Hamilton Ross automatic toaster in trade for seven books of Green stamps. Items can be viewed at 1223 West Eleventh Apt 4.
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