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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1939
Page
2
Two Falcon whaleboats with 10 men each were racing to close valves at 800n when their bow whipped up spray and nearly engulfed the crew. Skilled maneuvering and strong seas defined the tense moment as water spouted from the bow.
The column notes Bob Leeds worked winter to finance his team and park and expects more money and players next year. It suggests Leeds could join Amarillo as a player owner with the Gold Sox if the Giants let him go, and that his prior minor league reputation could boost attendance.
A stark verse by Phil Braniff urges readers to confront the horrors of car crashes and the consequences of reckless driving. It condemns speed, dangerous driving, and drinking, targeting the careless driver as the killer in other cars. Sent in by J. 8. Wynne of Pampa Texas.
A collage of anecdotes on money from relatives, cow towns, and a tramp tale. social notes on employed married women, a Brit’s humor about cellophane, and a World Fair sky writing project. It also mentions politeness in China, Broadway reviews, and library giants in Soviet cities.
The House refused to accept senate amendments to the social security bill and sent the measure to conference. The proposed changes would set a minimum old age assistance grant of 25 dollars per month.
Readers are asked if anyone would like to adopt kittens or cats from Wee Tack, with a continuation notice on page 13.
Manchester by the Sea Mass July 14 UP Four golfers including Bing Crosby Raymond Guest Michael Strutt of London and T Donnie Boardman joined a two round 18 hole match at Essex Country Club wagering 4600 total with 500 per round and 100 per hole They did not know the winner and the stakes were high.
Douglas Corrigan plans to marry on Monday while wearing his lucky leather jacket famed from his trans Atlantic flight. He bought a marriage license and two suits to prepare for the upcoming wedding in San Antonio.
The article discusses public perception of state costs and services, noting citizens know little of government work while recognizing high costs. It highlights the rise in wealth, demand for services, and the influence of blocs on appropriations. It suggests legislators seek economy yet pursue local needs.
Salvage work on the flooded stern of the Squalus progressed as the vessel neared a shoreward tow. AP observers described a sudden, explosive-like flurry when two lifting pontoons surfaced, lifting the bow amid chaotic scenes with the bodies inside the stern.
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