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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1948
Page
6
Amarillo real estate notes rising lot prices from 5000 to 5500 dollars and high costs push buyers toward single story houses. Servant scarcity and stair aversion curtail two story designs while pent-up demand and market week efforts shape local housing and trade plans.
The Globe notes Amarillo area guests include Ralph Ater Eddie Langley J M Mulvihill Bill Lansing and Charlie Whippo of The Globe-News. Charlie, Perryton native, returned home by invitation and adds a playful reminder clipped to his hat.
Real estate activity in West Hills, north and west of the Amarillo Country Club, shifts from slow to brisk as fronting lots draw buyers. The report notes growing demand for the Country Club area and a brisking market trend.
Wichita Falls men Harvey Travis Dwyer and Mike J. Emmert were indicted by the Wichita County grand jury for thefts of oil field equipment valued at 25000 dollars. Each was set at 10000 dollars bond on two counts.
Dwyer and Emmert are charged in Wilbarger and Archer counties over oil field thefts. Jimmy Emmert, brother of Mike, faces two theft charges in Archer County with bonds set at 2500 dollars on each count.
Three West Texas men were released on bond for theft of $25,000 worth of oil field equipment across Ector Crane and Andrews counties. Dewey Alford 19 Walter Valley and D L Sloan 22 of San Angelo face theft charges while Travis E Ables of Odessa a junk yard operator is charged with receiving and concealing stolen goods.
Mrs Jane Bean a 20 year old formerly of Kaufman Texas was indicted in federal court in Los Angeles for making threats against actress Betty Grable's child. The case involves alleged menacing communications accusing a relative of Grable upcoming harm. Authorities say the charges stem from recent communications received by the studio.
The indictment charges she sent an extortion letter to actress Betty Grable demanding 5000 dollars under threat to kidnap Grable’s eight month old daughter Jessica. The suspect was arrested January 8 after FBI agents received the letter from Grable’s studio.
University of Texas officials said more than 800 students will receive diplomas after the current term ends January 31. Midterm graduates will have diplomas mailed. no formal commencement ceremony will be held.
Italian transport authorities announce expansion of air passenger and freight routes to major cities across the country. The move aims to boost regional connectivity, support trade, and improve travel options for residents and businesses.
Austin officials warn that even a single gallon of gasoline can match the destructive force of 40 to 60 sticks of dynamite. Marvin Hall, Texas fire insurance commissioner, urged careful handling amid the risk.
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