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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1950
Page
2
Mrs L L Newton of 1003 North Highland offers a trade proposal for her current boots in good shape. She requests a pair of cowboy boots size 6 matching her wear.
The writer questions Mr. Winburn’s predictions of severe winter weather for the Panhandle this fall and notes multiple storms have already passed, with no clear sign of a major trend reversal. Wheat prospects appear stable as Coburn brothers say fields might endure ten more days without substantial decline.
The speaker admits repeated embellishment of gossip to make it more lurid. To stop, they vow not to repeat anything about others unless they know it exactly or it is general public information, aiming to curb the urge to sensationalize for attention.
The writer observes that most tale bearers are not vicious, often unhappy and dull while seeking interest. They note that the mean individuals are deceitful, while many gossips show big hearts. yet some are narrow minded, ignorant, and petty in conduct.
The writer muses that gossip helps curb behavior and maintain order, noting its social role beside police. He shares a personal diary note about illness, five days in bed, losing six pounds down to 174, yet a larger waist and neck than five years ago despite the weight loss.
A reflective excerpt reveals a speaker seeking utter isolation when unwell. The inner voice contrasts real illness with the urge to retreat from sight and self. The tone conveys a stark, solitary craving and a struggle with visibility and presence.
The text extols compensation for most outcomes, noting sicker individuals often value recovery more. It highlights that many of the happiest people are those recovering from serious illnesses, cherishing life and the surrounding world and people.
The piece muses on British humor noting Clement Attlee as a timid prime minister likened to a shrinking violet. It jokes about Londoners visiting his residence to see the cat whisk him away, presenting a clever yet potentially questioned wit.
A mailbag of anecdotes features a grandmother fainting after a mouse hike up her skirt, another woman doubting Tack wore a toupee, and a note praising psychiatry’s help. Readers urge Tack to forego Little Abner and focus on weather forecasts while sharing personal confessions and opinions.
A speaker confronts a private slight and apologizes for offense. He notes tendencies in his philosophy likened to a goat, then asserts that the subject has been laid bare and urges calm.
A columnist urges a timid reader to shed childhood insecurity and claim boldness. It contrasts two spoiled child types, notes fear and inferiority from underattention, and counsels self assurance. The piece advises women prefer confident, outgoing men and ends with a call to cast off early years and act as a true Baron Wolf.
The speaker dismisses the recipient's claim of medical help, noting the Psychiatrist's fee but asserting the professional failed to relieve the misery implied in the letter. The taunt suggests a rescue from a grim fate.
Tack recalls a rough youth marked by insult and pain until a transformative encounter with a wrestling champion. He credits a mental and physical kick that fueled his fury and led to a resolute, working life. He hints at writing the tale in memoirs and returning to Montana.
Hollywood in Amarillo previews the Sundowners with Robert Preston delivering a masterful killer role. Cathy Downs and the Barrymores offer strong support as the film plays at Palo Duro Canyon, Stinnett, and related venues, boosting Preston's fame.
Nat Glenn weighs in on whether to designate Straw Hat Day this spring and aims for a date no later than the third Saturday in February this year. The inquiry seeks clarity on naming the observance within the target window.
Tokyo reports Japanese transportation minister Shinzo Oya told the cabinet that American Navy craft and aircraft patrolled waters near Cheju Island after several Japanese fishing boats were seized by Koreans. Four more boats were captured recently, five last week, with the maritime safety board noting 34 ships seized since February 1948.
Prague dispatch notes Rude Pravo claims the sale of the New York Sun marks another step toward monopoly in the American press. It warns continued sales mergers and failures could put the entire American press in the hands of Roy Howard Hearst and McCormick Patterson interests. The New York World Telegram, led by Howard, bought the Sun two weeks earlier.
Hollywood top paid woman executive Mary Rechner said she will marry radio master of ceremonies Bob Hawk soon. They met 18 months ago and plan a first marriage for both. Rechner, sister of Carl B. Rechner, has worked as Dore Schary’s assistant after leaving David O. Selznick's executive secretary role.
Amarillo Bus Company announces a Wednesday realignment after a month long survey of passenger loads. New measures include trippers added to shorten headways and double headers to manage sudden surges, with up to 46 buses in operation during peak periods and 25 in slack hours.
The Department of Agriculture distributes the initial 100 pounds of onion seed to commercial nurseries. The action marks the start of a new crop program, aiming to boost production and supply for growers.
A call offers one dollar for any reader suggestion suited for illustration. Accepted ideas become property of Inky-Dinkys and will not be returned.
A rhinestone bracelet lost on December 23 at the Blue Barrow dance at the Nat. The owner offers a liberal reward for its return and provides contact numbers for Mary K Elliott at 315 West Twenty-Ninth. A brown billfold with two keys and one dollar is also missing, contact Richard Tryant at 835 Virginia or phone 29180.
Applicant offers practical nursing and patient care with housework skills. Willing to work in a motherless home or as silk finisher and press girl. References include call 20067 room.
Royce Nichols of 104 North Alabama offers three male puppies for adoption to responsible families. Interested parties should provide a safe home and proof of ability to care for the animals.
Mrs. O H Meinert seeks a solid yellow canary hen. She asks interested buyers or donors to contact Box 347 Pantex Texas.
On Tuesday January 17 at about 9 AM a brown feather zipper case containing about ten keys was lost near Sixth and Polk or in front of the post office. A generous reward is offered. Finder please call 3-1629.
Mrs Lee C Perry seeks a companion for an elderly person. Call 2 1790. Address 608 Belleview.
Mrs L Belew with 26 years in nursing seeks position anywhere at any time. Call 2 5559. Address 725 North Mirror.
A reader wants to buy a good treadle sewing machine at a reasonable price and asks anyone with one for sale to call 2-5716.
A small plastic rimmed pair of glasses was found Saturday evening. If the finder can return them, call 3-3847 or 2-7074. The owner, a student, needs them for school as provided by the district.
Black ladies riding boots size 7B offered at five dollars. Advertised recently but seller was away. Interested buyers were told to contact Mrs Brown at 28510. the boots remain available and viewing is encouraged.
A person offers a divan that converts to a bed and will donate it to anyone in need. Call 2-2069 to arrange pickup and collection.
Homeowner offers a large, beautiful lilac bush for someone to adopt, inviting contact at phone number 8472. The request emphasizes a willing recipient who will care for the plant.
On January 19 about 4 PM a Princess style Ronson lighter with the name Aubrey was lost on the McMasters bus. It was a gift and the owner requests return to the stationery counter in Newberry's or to 500 North Florida.
An experienced leather worker seeks at home projects after an old leg injury confines him. Available for repairing handbags billfolds leather furniture seat covers and other leather work. Phone 9936. Cecil Collingsworth 901 Monroe.
Three young boys report a gray brindle cat that jumped from a car on Polk Street Saturday night. The brothers say two cats have vanished in the past weeks and request sightings. They provide no contact details beyond a general phone number.
Flocking into Austin on January 1861 were 158 delegates who voted Texas out of the Union. Governor Sam Houston summoned the legislature, a secession ordinance was drawn, and the people backed secession on February 23, taking effect March 2, 1861, as Texas joined the Confederacy.
A family asks the public for help locating their three sons Jimmy Pudgy and Bobby Johnson who may be cold and hungry. They urge calling 2-6096 between 9 and 5 and provide the address 404 North Lincoln Apt 6 and post office box 445.
The Food Pageant Cooking School opens in Municipal Auditorium next Tuesday for four daily sessions. Miss Anna Bines and Miss Dorothy Holland will share practical ideas on meal planning, menus, and low temperature meat cookery to stretch the food dollar and improve nutritive value for homemakers. Each two hour session covers different dishes with a recipe book provided to attendees.
J F Partridge of Lowburn Ferry New Zealand learned after almost four decades that W Weir, a former sheep station coworker, bequeathed him 10 000 acres of land in New South Wales with 5000 sheep, valued over 150 000 dollars. Weir prospered after leaving New Zealand, just before the First World War.
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