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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1951
Page
2
The Globe-News approves publication of public notices as required. Censors listed include Wes Izzard Allingham WN D Bartlett Step Mrs Sarah Winter Mrs abbe Lewis Nordyke Joe Hess and Ales Timmons.
One of our finest citizens, Wales Madden, has died after years of service in war and public life. He volunteered for the War Labor Board, led regionally before being offered a national post, while maintaining a Texas law practice and commuting from Austin to Amarillo. His dedication and integrity were unmatched, and he will be deeply missed as a neighbor and friend. Weather notes follow, suggesting a warm spell may precede rain and snow, though only a possibility.
A grim note warns only a fighting chance remains to salvage the wheat harvest as Mr. Winchell reports in New York. The column recalls a violent incident at the St. Regis where a daughter and her mother exchanged blows and injuries, including two teeth knocked out.
A rare city tale notes a debutante in New York clashing with her mother, a behavioral anomaly not seen in the West where police reporters recall no such frictions between daughters and mothers.
A late night treasure hunt in Amarillo featured eight clues. The winning couple secured six clues from The Brain by telephone and solved only two on their own.
Political observers forecast a November race between Senator Tom Connally and Governor Shivers. The discussion centers on how the matchup could shape state and national politics as voters prepare for the upcoming election.
A reward of ten dollars is offered for Louie a four year old male white with brown speckled spots house dog with the name Louie on his collar he belongs to A Kimbrow 1902 Lincoln contact 38570 Louie disappeared last Monday a family has grown attached to the pet Meanwhile Mason King reports 30 000 to 40 000 will attend the News Globe building coesant but it will be an old fashioned house warming with coffee and sandwiches and no souvenirs or entertainment
The column hints at office intrigue and a house warming at The News-Globe in Hereford. The Brain and Younger men are discussed, with Mason tied to potential changes as Old Tack may leave. The piece praises Hereford as a growing, metropolitan area with a history of urging property purchases.
A displaced person from Latvia seeks the return of a garnet necklace with three drop pendants lost en route to or at the Municipal Auditorium Philharmonic concert. Alta Gubins offers a $10 reward. contact via phone 3-2105.
The discussion centers on long term property payoff over ten years with potential oil discoveries in the Panhandle boosting Hereford values. A reader questions hoarding versus normal buying amid rumors of scarce goods, citing a store purchase of recreation items and advice to stockpile, including canned dog food for pets.
A speaker says they did not buy dog food but would have saved money if they had. He notes that in other places there is a mad rush for the product, signaling concern over shortages and pricing. The remarks depict anxiety about supply scarcity.
A reader asks for a thoughtful letter to this department on what an average household buyer should do. The writer questions whether the patriotic are being duped and notes scant attention to voluntary rationing, suggesting that attitudes vary by location and across the United States.
London January 25 Norman Dodds Labour MP said he will press the government after the Wholesale Textile Association found the standard British woman’s vest is on average two inches too short. He has submitted a House of Commons question asking what the government board of trade will do about the issue.
Reverend Raymond Jones of Panhandle will preach Friday night at First Assembly of God Church in North East. He has resigned as pastor there to take a post in Covington Kentucky and will offer a farewell message in Panhandle Sunday night after five years in the ministry.
Reports show East and North regions reporting a remarkable January retail month with stores in several cities nearing pre Christmas sales volumes. Analysts cite early buying by consumers as the primary driver of the strong performance.
The reminiscence recalls Amarillo during its early boom when Ernest Thompson rebuilt the Amarillo Hotel and built the Amarillo Building. The Herring and Rule buildings rose as did rapid city growth. The city reportedly did 19 million of business in 12 months and Tack predicted Amarillo could reach 150,000 by 1930, around 1926.
A reader offers to trade good used clothing for a small painting job. The items include ladies dresses shoes and hats. Contact by phone after 5 PM at 8198.
Will keep a piano for storage for use of the piano. Will take good care of it and keep it tuned. Phone 8567. Mrs L MacGrander 1422 Van Buren.
A delegation of realtors pressed leader Tack after a forecast of 300000 residents by 1930. Bill Askew was among them, and Tack offered a tongue in cheek apology, joking about reaching 300000 only by 70.
We are a couple looking for work on a small ranch or farm. We want cows, chickens, and hogs. Require moderate wage and living quarters. Husband has a slight physical handicap but can perform moderately light work. Call 3-3301 or write to Box 11 Amarillo.
The note expresses confidence in reaching a goal of 150000 by 60 and frames the task as not difficult. It conveys ambition and determination without detailing methods or context.
Mrs Florence Wood aged 44 of Dumas died at St Anthony's Hospital from injuries after a head on collision on the Dumas Amarillo highway. Her husband Floyd G Wood 49 co owner of Wood Philips Lumber Co also killed. Driver of other car Darril Lee Hawkins 22 of Dumas in Dumas Memorial Hospital not seriously hurt. Joint funeral services set for 2 pm tomorrow at Dumas Grade School Auditorium officiated by Otis L Proffitt and Hoyt H Houchen. Burial in Dumas Cemetery by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home.
Mrs. Ward of 1107 North Taylor requests a night watchman job for the city or any property. She asks to be contacted at 3-7770, asking for E. J. Ward.
Person seeks employment cleaning houses three days weekly or ironing work. Provides contact number 3-8877 for responses.
Mrs Smith advertises home laundry work with washing drying and starch at eight cents per pound, ironing at seventy five cents per hour or one dollar thirty five cents per dozen. Location near Forest Hill School with contact phone 3 8419.
Middle-aged widow Mrs Inga Brister offers in home light housework or companionship. In good health and willing to travel out of town or country if needed. Phone 33808. Address 817 North Moore.
On Tuesday January 16 a grey or green pickup truck picked up a man a woman and a small boy and a tiny black Scottie pup on Highway 60 just east of the Y. The driver is asked to contact Mrs Norman Dysart Box 536 D Rt 3 at 3 1089 with any information about the party.
Appeal from Raymond Andrews seeks Sea Scout uniforms donated to the unit. Call 34870 to arrange pickup or drop off any used uniforms for the crew.
Job request seeking day work cleaning houses or babysitting in clients' homes. Caller offers to start immediately and provides contact number 3-7023 for arrangements.
Phone 3 7001.
A person seeks to trade seven Green stamp books for seven Gunn Bros stamp books. They request a call after 5 PM or before 11 AM and mention keeping children in their home for working mothers. They state faith as Christian and that the child in school would receive the best care, phone 3-3312.
J N Strickland of 1560 East Twenty first Cleveland Ohio seeks information about his sister Ethel Mae Strickland. He believes she is about 28 and white. They have not spoken in about 26 years and he asks any leads to help locate her in the city.
New Amarillo resident seeks a reliable woman living in or near Westhaven to babysit about one night weekly. No phone yet. Refer to Mrs W W Baxter at 3004 B Westhaven Drive Amarillo Texas for contact.
A request to perform sewing work at the home address 1307 North Polk. Includes making buttonholes as part of the fabric repair and alteration tasks.
Edward signs a personal ad seeking a farm-oriented woman who is single and solitary. He notes no drinking, smoking, or chewing and asks for correspondence with someone who shares a quiet, private life.
Used automatic hot water tank offered cheap for sale or trade. Chenille bedspreads available in exchange for stamps. Contact via phone 5061 or 188.
A reader offers a free bedroom to a single woman who can be home by 5 30 PM to stay with two children if the husband is called out to work. The writer works 6 PM to 2 AM and asks interested parties to call 4878 in Pampa or 5123 in Amarillo for information. References available. Also offering ironing at home, babysitting, crochet items for sale.
A 14 year old Medford Oregon boy questioned at a Salt Lake City bus station traveled to wild Wyoming to pursue a life as an outlaw. He carried no luggage but a shoe box with an automatic pistol two clips clip cases a leather holster a belt and a full box of ammunition.
A girl’s bicycle is for sale or may be traded for a pedal sewing machine. Address Route 3 Box 238 or visit River Drive just outside Pleasant Valley. Seller: Mrs Grant Reighard.
A young married veteran seeking year round farm work. One child in the family. Ready for steady employment on a farm. Call 4-1539 or 3-7949 to arrange work opportunities.
Fred Velasquez of Fred's Roofing Co. seeks return of a lost billfold from January 14 near 808 Lincoln and 309 North Harrison. It contained $17 and personal papers. the finder may keep the money and billfold but should return all papers. Contact 2-7032 or 2-0558 or mail papers.
An eight month old black male bird dog is offered free to a good home. Contact 105 North Kentucky for details.
Wanted light housekeeping live-in job with no small children. References available. Call 3-0917.
Four baby kittens available for homing. Contact JOAN BURNETT at 3-3504. Address 1309 Avondale.
Two half grown kittens, one black one gray, part-Persian, to a loving home. Call 2-4567 for details. Also offers ironing service from home at 1.50 per dozen and willing to trade ironing for piano lessons for her two girls at 2044 North West Twelfth.
Brazil considers exporting jaboticabo an exotic fruit that grows on trees about 15 feet tall. The round dark fruit appears to sprout from bark and sometimes from exposed roots. It resembles a large table grape with almond shaped seeds and a rose white sweet pulp used for jelly wine and brandy.
A four month old half breed blond male cocker spaniel named Happy is missing since Wednesday January 17 near the 1200 block of West Fifteenth. It wears a collar with its name. Please call 2-3273 or 3-9379. Mrs. Scott.
Local family seeks responsible caregiver for after school duties at Pebble Hill, 814 North Marrs. Position requires reliable transportation, ability to supervise children, and arrange light activities until parental return.
A practical nurse with three years of experience in hospitals offers services and can provide references. Contact via Phone 20054.
In Morehead Kentucky the utility plant board said heavy snows prevented locating and reading many meters in December, but residents must still pay the billed amount. The delay in readings means customers owe for the services despite absent notices.
Mrs Ray offers to care for children by hour day or week with meals and a fenced yard. She will also babysit in the child's home evenings while parents go out. References available. Contact 815 Russell St or call 3 3681.
A senior woman signs as Lucy seeking a male companion aged about 70 to 75 for occasional outings. She emphasizes she does not drink or smoke and dresses neatly and hopes to meet or correspond with an agreeable elderly man.
A caller seeks a small short-haired male kitten. They ask if anyone is willing to give one away and request contact.
A reader requests pen pal contact seeking a nice gentleman around 55 to 60 years old, about six feet tall. She provides the phone number 4-1532 for responses.
Pearl describes herself as a solitary person who enjoys keeping house, fancy work, fishing, and hunting. She dresses well, is not unattractive, and has a pleasing personality. She asks that respondents be sober and promises to answer all letters.
Mrs De Long offers to trade her green stamp books for blue stamp books. Contact via phone number 39665.
A middle aged employed Christian woman offers a room in her home. She requests references and provides the contact number 3-1376 for interested applicants.
A person seeking guidance on visiting Hot Springs New Mexico for baths to ease rheumatic symptoms. The inquiry asks for recommendations, locations, and potential benefits of mineral water treatments. No names or dates provided.
A listing offers a lady's black wool coat size 38, a blue wool coat and cap for a 3 year old, and a pink cape size 2. An upright Singer sewing machine is also mentioned as available.
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