California bound trains and railroad life on the Santa Fe
A long narrative rail journey highlights Santa Fe operations to Los Angeles and other western destinations, with sections running safely and cargo trains west to San Francisco Seattle and the coast. The piece extols railroad life, aging workers like a 76 year old conductor, and the prosperity tied to wages while noting broader national figures and regional pride in California.
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Albuquerque
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Storey
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Mitchell is Convicted by Army Court Martial
The War Department board of review approved Colonel William Mitchell's conviction for violation of the ninety sixth article of war on legal grounds. The case moves toward the Judge Advocate General and President Coolidge for final action, with possible pay forfeiture and a five year suspension, commutation, or other adjustments under presidential authority. Mitchell remains active in pursuing what he calls adequate national defense and a unified air service.
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Davis
Coolidge
Board of Review
Mitchell
J. A. Hull
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Selection of Hoffman road trial jury continues today
In Austin on January 19 the Hoffman case jury selection proceeded. Lawyer Freemen said he would not participate in pleas of privilege but would seek to collect 32000 from the defendant company for subcontractors J F Dexter of Dallas and H K McCoHum of Fort Worth. A 39th legislature statute grants subcontractors a first lien on money due for public improvements. The jury panel was cut to thirteen after Dan Moody challenged ten men for cause as they admitted opinions.
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QO. B. Freemen
Attroney
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Dallas
H. K. “McCoHum
Fort Worth
Dan Moody
No Man Who Saw Victim's Head to Be Snow Jury Man
Stephenville Tex Jan 19 With two jurors tentatively selected the trial of F M Snow for murder tied to the slaying of his stepson Bernie Connally his wife and mother in law enters the second day Judge J B Keith ruled that no man who had seen the severed head of the victim would sit on the jury He also barred jurors who had read Snow s alleged confession in newspapers County Attorney Russell indicated he will seek the death penalty while the defense aims to seat jurors sympathetic to self defense or temporary insanity
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Stephenville
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Bernie Connally
Tate
J. B. Keith
Connally
Reld Snow
Russell
Wright
Winifred Hudnut Granted Divorce in Paria
Winifred Hudnut also known as Natacha Mambova was granted a divorce from Hudolph Valentine a noted actor today on grounds of abandonment. The associated press dispatch from Paria dated January 19 reports the ruling and the couple's names.
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Iycee! Paria
Winifred Hudeut
Natacha Mambova
Hudolph Valentine
Weather forecast fragment for Amara and surrounding areas
Fragmentary forecast text mentions multiple locations and times but is unreadable. No clear forecast, temperatures, or wind data can be reliably extracted.
Proposed Southwest Amarillo School Site Inspected by Board
Board members and Superintendent W A McIntosh inspected the proposed 1000000 building site at Twenty first and Hughes to house 760 pupils. A called meeting will decide on construction and whether to build full or partial this year as plans for bond funding and additions to San Jacinto and North Amarillo schools progress.
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San Jacinto
North Amarillo
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Jobbers Press Santa Fe Schedule Change Urged
Amarillo wholesale interests led by L Thompson advocate altering the Santa Fe train timing at Sweetwater to 3:25 PM to aid late arrivals. A possible Fort Worth Texas and Pacific schedule link via Fort Worth Sweetwater was discussed. Committee including BE Higetatothans and J T Moore to approach the City Board about the change. Lions Club votes to move meetings from 12:16 to 12:06 with adjournment at 2.
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Sweetwater
Mr. Thompsen
BE. I. Higetatothans
J.T Moore
City
Cnet
Lions Hear Panhandle Oil Boom Vision in Amarillo
Lions listened to optimistic forecasts of Panhandle oil wealth at a noon luncheon in Amarillo. Speakers projected a city of 50 000 to 100 000 by 1920 with Amarillo becoming a petroleum hub akin to Tulsa.
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M. V. Cadman
Oklahoma City
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Oklahoma
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Five More Mexican Bandits Executed In Train Massacre Probe
Mexico City reports five additional bandits tied to the train massacre near Guadalajara were captured at Yaracuare and executed. Federal forces say the pursuit continues across a wide area with several suspects detained. Leader Manuel Nunez remains at large as dispatches note prior summary executions and varied fates for others.
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Mexico City
Jwisee
Guadalajara
Yarecuare
Manuel Nunez
Adiapatch
Balledoy Sud
Oldier
Reception Planned for Imperial Potentate James C Burger
A cordial reception for Imperial Potentate James C. Burger of Denver was planned in Amarula this afternoon with his party including Mrs. Burger and secretary WW Hecox. Col R P Smyth and the divan would meet them at 8:26 PM at Santa Fe station and host a 7 PM dinner at the Amarillo Hotel. A ball at 9 PM in Khiva Temple capped the visit before an early departure to Wichita Falls tomorrow.
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Khiva
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Amarillo
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Maskat Temple
Lions revive paved road plan to Liano cemetery
Lions club revived a project to pave a road to Liano cemetery at a noon Amarillo Hotel meeting. J N Liensley reviewed progress while President Tom Turner named J H Petty Porter Underwood and George Parr to confer with other clubs and the city commission.
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Amarillo Hotel
J. N. Liensley
J. H. Petty
Porter Underwood
George Parr
Tom Turner
Glenwood
Tenth Street Association
Phillips Petroleum carbon black plant permit likely near Amarillo
Texas railroad commission indicated today that Phillips Petroleum of Bartlesville Oklahoma will likely receive a permit to establish a carbon black plant near Amarillo. No protests were filed and officials expect approval in coming days, expanding the companys casing head petroleum plant network and increasing local revenue.
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Phillips Petroleum Company
Bartlesville
Oklahoma
Amarillo
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Dawes Gains as Filibuster Delays World Court Vote
The World Court confirmation faced a filibuster delay as senators and allies debated whether a simple majority could approve the nominee. Informal caucuses and procedural maneuvers stretched the vote, with opposition seeking rules to end debate and supporters urging swift action.
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Dawes
Archer Sells Hutchinson Leases to Marland for 247000
Sam Archer sold 544 acres in Hutchinson county to the Marland company for 247000 dollars, 145000 cash and 102000 in oil, averaging 445 per acre. The deal, second Marland purchase after E W Marland’s visit, signals rising Panhandle field activity and potential drilling plans within sixty days.
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Hutchinson County
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EI. W. Marland
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Screnge
Army Air Service Under Fire of Investigation
Washington reports the Army Air Service faces renewed scrutiny at a public hearing as Congress debates an air service bill. The War Department outlines proposed amendments including renaming to Air Corps, adding aviation oversight, brigadier general aviation chiefs, increased pay and life insurance, and a noncompetitive aircraft purchase clause.
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House Military Committee
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Presents Ave Board
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Air Service
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Pear
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Galveston Santa Fe Man Shot Yesterday
A Galveston Santa Fe man was shot yesterday and is listed in critical condition. The incident occurred near Marys Alumery as authorities investigate the motive and gather details from witnesses. Welfare and police reports note ongoing medical care and future updates on the victim’s recovery.
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Galveston
Santa FE
Stolen Car Report From Local Storefront Parking Lot
A report cites a theft of a vehicle parked near the Johasen store with suspect activity noted by the sheriff. The incident involves a confusion of names and locations in the text but indicates a car theft inquiry by local authorities and related witness statements.
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Johasen
J W Crudgington Elected New Fair Head in 1926
J W Crudgington was elected president of the Tri State exposition for 1926. He helped establish the Tri State institution and previously served as president of the old Panhandle State fair, its predecessor.
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Tri State Exposition
J. W. Crudgington
Crudgington
Dixie Honors Robert E. Lee Birthday Across South
On January 19 Dixie marked the 119th anniversary of Robert E. Lee's birth with reverent ceremonies. Some states observed formally while others held quiet exercises in schools and legal holidays prevailed in the southern states. Joint observances with Stonewall Jackson’s birthday were noted as general Jackson’s birthday approached.
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Atlanta
Dixie
Robert HE. Lee
Stratford
Virginia
Lee
Thomas P
Stonewall
Jacksges
Jackson
Canadian drillers set gas record at South Hutchinson pool
Canadian River Oil No. 1 well in section 4 block Y shows a £ 48 gas at 2600 feet and is logging like Twin-Six producer 2200 feet southwest. With drilling since December 13 and recent pauses, the company eyes a heavy gas pocket near 2700 feet and a major oil sand between 2450 and 2900 feet. J. O. Whittington leads the firm as president.
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South Hutchinson Pool
Canadian River Oil Company
J. O. Whittington
Body of Seventh Toledo Clubber Victim Found
Mary Handley, 42, the seventh victim of a Toledo clubber, was found in a yard near her home. Her head was crushed and she was gagged with cloth torn from her clothing. Police say she was attacked nearby and dragged to the yard, a rain coat covering the body.
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Ohn
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Fese
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Diatr'g
Washington Intelligence Briefing Amid Mixed Signals
An unclear item from today references Washington intelligence and Navy elements. The fragment mentions Janet Lee and unspecified operations, with references to timing and ongoing activities. The text is garbled and lacks concrete details or outcomes.
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Weanen
Janet Lee
Navy
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