12 Jul 1948
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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1948
Page
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A man was found on a road near Butler Field with a bullet hole in the head. He lived with an unnamed companion and left home for work about 7 AM Monday. Mr Kale of Linde Air Products discovered the wounded man while taking trash to the city dump.
Police said two charges are filed in connection with a shooting that left Williams unconscious and sent by ambulance to a hospital. Officers reported a bullet entered Williams head just over the right ear.
Officials estimate about 2,000 buyers will attend the Panhandle Market Show’s two day event as exhibitors close Monday night. Registrations built strongly Sunday and again Monday morning, though organizers note desks don’t fully reflect attendance. Baxter, executive director, stresses elevators draw visitors to upper floors. Page 2.
Potter County will include funds in next year’s budget to move buildings from the Amarillo Army Air Field hospital for a juvenile detention home. Commissioners told the Social Welfare Committee the plan hinges on title transfer from the city and federal action in Washington before proceeding.
Globe Political Editor reports from Philadelphia on the Democratic National Convention opening. Delegates discuss Truman, Texas and Southern revolt, with anticipation of vice presidential selections and potential walkouts amid a bustling city scene and rising hotel prices.
Police report two men from Potter County fired on Eli Leflar, a detective from Amarillo, and his son in law Oliver G Wright while they rode along Cliffside road to shoot a rabbit. Three shots were fired, two through the windshield. Leflar quoted the elder Koenig and deputies described a sheriff’s order to kill anyone who parks on the road.
Philadelphia reports that Democratic platform framers debated a civil rights plank tied to party unity. The seven member subcommittee drafted language praising gains in equal rights while Southern Democrats oppose a rights plank, risking a convention floor split and a potential two party outcome in November.
Jets from Selfridge Field Michigan completed the Air Force first jet propelled crossing bound for Germany’s tension zone. Lt Col Dave Schilling of Traverse City said 725 miles covered in 1 hour 45 minutes at 400 to 420 mph. A 16th jet faced a minor engine delay but rejoined after a late departure. The formation, fully armed, planned a two hour stop at Bangor before continuing to Labrador.
James Leasure a 24 year old scout instructor from Zanesville Ohio drowned yesterday while teaching a group of scouts how to determine water depth at a boys scout camp in Cambridge Ohio local authorities said there were no signs of foul play and the cause of death is under investigation
Dr. Newton’s six blood transfusions to inmates shortened sentences significantly. The report notes his early return home after serving time for an assault to murder. He was released to greet his wife amid community chatter over the controversial aid.
An authoritative source says Britain has sent additional troops to eastern Germany due to the Berlin crisis. Robertson arrived from Berlin as Foreign Secretary Bevin briefed the cabinet on the latest developments. The report notes intensified Allied efforts and the ongoing security strain in the divided city.
Monday marked the start for candidates to file their second expense accounts with a July 15 deadline. Five candidates submitted reports to County Clerk Loren Jones Monday morning.
Partly cloudy today and tonight with scattered afternoon and evening thundershowers. High 93 degrees and low 63. Includes notes on Neely Greenhill Lowndes Insurance and Gifts at Russells with a dollar day event.
Potter County voters receive paper ballots for a straw vote on Tuesday. All residents are urged to participate in the countywide ballot event.
Sarah Kelley of 1600 Crockett wins $5 as best News Tip of last week for a curious kit ten vacuum cleaner mishap. Mrs T J Besselman receives $3 for a fire in a closet tip, and Mrs W A earns $2 for reporting a blocked way after a truck overturned and spilled.
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