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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1942
Page
2
A reflective column praises Ross Rogers for opening the Grand Theater and contributing to Amarillo's growth, recalling 25 years since his arrival. The piece also cites local figures and opinions on politics, public notices, and light social commentary, including the Worley vacancy and other daily civic snippets.
A column of short notices asks for return of lost items such as white oxfords, glasses, and a black glove, plus multiple requests for employment. entries mention names, addresses, and contact details from Globe News readers seeking cafe work, housework, farm labor, truck driving, caregiving, and evening work.
Poem by Helen Pike honoring Lt Joseph E F Crews of the U S Marine Corps killed at Pearl Harbor. It laments the orphaned Marine’s death, praises his sacrifice, and urges faith, patriotism, and the Marines’ steadfast resolve.
The record notes a postwar period with a drop to 1 250 000 while the country still produced the most births. It contrasts with the typical annual death toll of about 1 400 000, highlighting unusual demographic shifts.
Experienced farmer, 50, married, offers lifetime farm knowhow and tractor operation skills. Seeks hands-on position on a farm requiring reliable labor, dedication, and practical equipment handling. Available for immediate contact and discussion of duties, location, and compensation.
Congressmen move toward a Ramspeck Mead bill creating lifetime federal pensions funded by government workers. The measure sets a 70 retirement age for most, with options at 60 or earlier for long service. Senate approved 42 to 24. House action pending with premiums raised to 5 percent.
Camille Renna tells of a plan to save Arthur Renna as he faced execution for setting a flaming liquid blaze that killed Rose Celentano and her niece Louise Vivano. Gov Lehman granted a week’s delay after her initial claim of responsibility.
Amarillo hosts a bridge school at the Elks Club on February 26 led by Rufus Steele. The 1942 contract system promises to reduce bidding guesswork and table debates, offering 48 lessons for veterans and beginners. Proceeds support the Amarillo Public Schools milk fund for needy children.
Ronald Doulas Salmon infant son of Mr and Mrs Dick Salmon died last night in a local hospital. Survived by two sisters and three grandparents all of Amarillo. Funeral rites held this afternoon at Llano Cemetery with Rev Frank Hasty officiating. Burial under Blackburn Shaw.
Studies at the state college of agriculture in Ithaca reveal that lowering oxygen in storage makes vegetables “go to sleep” similar to cold storage. The report notes atmospheric storage can aid preservation of fresh vegetables. Three American towns named Loving are mentioned in context.
John K. Boyce will be honored at the American Legion meeting for outstanding activity while leading Hanson Post. A flag once flown over the national capitol and bought by Congressman Gene Worley will be presented to the Legion.
Lieutenant Governor General Hubertus Van Mook of the Netherlands East Indies reports after a White House conference that President Roosevelt sent much good news about efforts to strengthen Allied positions in the Southwest Pacific.
First Christian Church joins with Disciples of Christ in America for Brotherhood Day observance at 6:30 PM Wednesday in Fellowship Hall with a covered dish dinner. Theme this year is Christians in Action featuring talks by E L Hunter Geraldine Daniels W P Strickland and Dr R C Snodgrass. Women’s council sponsors the dinner.
The army plans an initial force of 12 200 volunteers to form a women's army auxiliary corps pending approved enabling legislation. Lieut. Col. Ira Swift of the general staff told the House military affairs committee today.
Central Junior High School topped all Amarillo schools in Defense Stamp and Bond sales last week with 251.60 dollars. Mrs Mildred C Miner led the drive at Junior High. Sam Houston Junior High was second at 240.25 and Wolflin School third at 234.10. Total for 21 schools reached 2047.10 dollars.
Within an hour after stealing a car at McLean, two Missouri youths were arrested at 9 o'clock this morning by Amarillo police. One carried an automatic pistol and a large supply of ammunition. Deputy sheriffs took the youths to McLean at noon today.
Churches across the Pahandle will stage annual Brotherhood dinners tonight led by Rev. Powell Smith of West Amarillo Christian Church. The West Amarillo event starts at 7 o'clock and follows a long-standing Disciples of Christ tradition.
Jan 20 reports the arrival in Britain of 100 United States soldiers in American uniforms at an East Coast Canadian port.
O. A. Bateman deputy grand master of I O O F Texas visited Amarillo Lodge No 410 Monday night. Bateman associated with Sinclair Oil and Fred Endee Lodge of I O O F Greenville Texas spoke on practical internalism. He will become grand master of Texas in March.
Defense security sales dropped sharply over the weekend and holiday in banks. Stamp and bond sales for Friday through Monday totaled 23908 dollars and 25 cents, well below the four day county quota of 50036 dollars, or 12509 dollars per day.
Robert C. Dow, former New Mexico attorney general and Agriculture Department attorney, spoke at a special Amarillo Elks Lodge meeting. Rufus Steele performed card tricks and announced a five day bridge school at the Elks Home starting Feb 2. Over 100 Elks and guests from Panhandle lodges attended.
Joe Cooley Amarillo Chamber of Commerce assistant manager will represent the city at the Shamrock Chamber of Commerce annual banquet. Idyll Wallace of Oklahoma City returns to Amarillo to live with her mother Mrs. C. A. Hitchcock at 814 Harrison.
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