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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1940
Page
1
Chicago reports reveal Democrats split over a third term as Roosevelt is praised for leadership yet accused of pushing the issue. Jim Farley garners ovations while others fear party fracture amid talk of treasury aid and municipal loyalty. War crisis shapes views ahead of Willkie clash.
A New York report cites British and allied shipping gains through wartime production and seized vessels. It notes Allied merchants now outnumber prewar totals, with Britain controlling undisclosed portions of foreign fleets and many nations’ ships reduced but remaining in service. The figures contrast Germany’s claimed losses with authoritative British estimates, outlining tonnage and ship counts across several nations.
A rapid break in Amarillo left a burglar fleeing after switching suits at Kohler Brothers Cleaners, 2018 West Sixth Avenue. Items such as a belt pencils a comb cigarets and hair oil remained at the scene. Earlier a penny thief took 30 to 40 coins from a peanut vending machine at Wood Webb Lumber Company 1023 West Fifth Avenue. Larsen's Oil Company at 1909 West Third Avenue reported an overnight entry but nothing missing.
The Panhandle region reports 11 men enlisting for U S Army service in infantry cavalry and medical departments. Amarillo leads with five new enlistments. others hail from Pampa Borger Guymon and Guymon Oklahoma. Enlistments posted at the Amarillo Recruiting Station surpass 200 since January 1 under Sgt R A Jackson and Sgt A Zolin. The Earl of Coventry is reported killed in action in France while serving as a lieutenant in a Worcestershire regiment.
The commentary argues Britain and Japan should avoid blocking Burma to keep world commerce open. Santiago reports US interest in a Central and South American protectorate as inter-American talks approach Havana. Roosevelt weighs a federal powder plant contract totaling about 25 million dollars. The exchange on federation says it cannot be rushed. Gospel meeting at San Jacinto Church of Christ extends to Wednesday with large crowds attending daily sessions led by C V Oldham.
A 17 man sub committee began drafting a proposal opposing a third term for any president. Senator Pat McCarran Nevada Democrat indicated possible action but gave few details while Senator Burton Wheeler reaffirmed support for the La Follette resolution from 1928 which opposed a presidential third term.
Mexico agrees to cooperate in any Pan American plan for western hemisphere defense to be approved at Havana, but Finance Minister Eduardo Suarez regards military issues as secondary to economic concerns. He heads Mexico’s delegation and calls for continued economic solutions and improved inter American trade and water transportation.
The Panhandle Geological Society will hold a special noon meeting at the Silver Grill on Wednesday to discuss a September field trip and a society golf tournament. Don Hughes, national delegate, will report on the April national meeting in Chicago. all members are urged to attend.
Washington reports a large shipment from England increased U S gold imports to 154 million 212 780 dollars in the week ended July 10. The advance reflects a surge in bullion arrivals as markets track currency and trade movements through mid July.
Fred Smith of Amarillo Air Service told the Lions Club that 250000 private fliers will be trained in the United States over five years under the Civil Aeronautics Authority program. About 70000 will be advanced students ready for army air corps service. The program supports national defense and has increased training from 40 pilots in seven months to 60 students every ten weeks.
Panhandle Outdoor Advertising Company president Ross D Rogers will open a series on Pay Prompt Advertising at the Amarillo Credit Managers Association luncheon at the Amarillo Hotel. He will discuss billboard advertising with later meetings by The Globe News and KGNC offering newspaper and radio perspectives. All credit managers are invited. meetings are held weekly at noon.
Austin dispatch reports W. Lee O'Daniel's political barbs draw sharp response from former Gov. James E. Ferguson. Farmer Jim, former editor of the Ferguson Forum, denounces an impeached ex governor's wife as a proxy in politics and calls the attack scurrilous. Ferguson recalls 1917 impeachment fallout and voters' remorse.
A 25 year old woman was fined $2 in city court after a pedestrian walked a red light and collided with a car in Dallas. The incident was handled in corporation court today.
Demos- 1,004 delegates favor him while James F Byrnes leads Roosevelt command in backing. Sen. Carter Glass says he would nominate James A Farley if asked but warns such a request may not be wise. Wheeler anticipates an anti third term plank at the platform committee.
An advertisement urges readers to buy Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules to flush kidneys and ease bladder irritation. It claims rapid relief from nocturnal urination, backache, and puffiness, noting the original product costs 85 cents and warns against substitutes.
The article portrays Mr. Trammell as a proponent of sound program building in music copyright and television. He is described as living with Mrs. Trammell on Park Avenue, not the typical Park Avenue man, and resembles a football coach with a trim figure. He enjoys golf and shoots in the low eighties, swearing mildly after errant drives.
An Italian communique reports large fires set by Italian bombers at Haifa oil refineries and depots in Palestine. Jerusalem dispatches note one Arab killed and another wounded in the Haifa raid, the first air attack on the Holy Land since the war began. The British admiralty acknowledges Nazi starvations blockade losses of merchant ships. The State Department opposes closing war supply routes including the Burma Road and Indo China railway. Secretary Hull comments on inquiries from press reporters.
A seller in Amarillo promotes Tropical Roof Coolerant installed on a gravel roof apartment. The tester reports 96 degree outdoor heat and 72 degree indoor result, claiming a 24 degree drop. The ad promises 16 to 26 degree reductions, roof life extension, crack sealing, low cost, and widespread use.
London July 16 George Bernard Shaw 84 says in a Star interview that America must join the union now movement or both nations may fail. He comments on the impact of the union drive and predicts consequences for the world.
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