Weather and retail tips mix with a quirky Spearman drive-in ramp
A mix of forecast notes for ranchers and merchants, Cedric Adams previews a snowy season and urges stockups of long underwear. The item also reports a Spearman drive-in theater ramp capable of parking eight airplanes with lighting and cables for in-cab speakers. It mentions a cooking contest challenger to Tack and questions Blackburn Bros. window status.
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Spearman
Tex
Glenn
Tack
Blackburn Bros
Radio controlled garage doors described in a test drive
John Sissom and Charles Mize of Remote Door Control Company showcase electric eye operated garage doors during a residential street demonstration. The system uses a dashboard button to raise and lower doors with floodlights and a locking mechanism. Floyd Studer endorses the device as essential for progressives and homeowners.
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John Sissom
Sissom
Southwestern Public Service
Charles Mize
Johnny
Unmusical Automobile Prompted Phone Joke
A squeaky voiced caller delivered a joke about an unmusical automobile that has no notes. Tack politely asked for the punchline, receiving the quip that the vehicle “hasn’t any notes” before the line went dead at both ends.
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Tack
Pleasant visitors from Littlefield discuss move to Lubbock
Mrs. T. A. Yeager and her daughter Ardith Ann Yeager of Littlefield called on friends. They formerly lived at Claude and Amarillo and now plan to move to Lubbock so their children can attend Texas Tech University.
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T. A. Yeager
Ardith Ann Yeager
Littlefield
Claude
Amarillo
Lubbock
Tech
Hail Fairs Across Littlefield Area Says Mrs Yeager
Mrs Yeager notes hail has plagued Littlefield and nearby areas after strong clouds pass. Despite widespread home reroofing, some crops appear promising amid the weather damage and ongoing repairs.
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Littlefield
Texas Leads Nation in Shingle Use by Volume and Population
The passage notes Texas consumes more shingles than any state, both in total volume and per capita, attributing the high usage to hail damage. The statement links frequent hail events to widespread roofing needs across the state.
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Texas
Union
Office chatter over Wes Izzard and a quarrelsome paper
In the office, Wes Izzard appears morose as someone riles over a newspaper. The writer praises a paper that stirs opinion and upholds fairness, facts, and public policy, insisting a paper must provoke debate to be worthwhile.
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Wes Izzard
Mr. Izzard
Night Golf A Novel Amusement Across a Dozen East Courses
Cedric Adams notes a new nightlife amusement called Night Golf, Inc featuring a nine hole, modified, well lit course setup across about twelve eastern locations. It contrasts with the 1920s miniature golf craze and marks a departure in leisure offerings.
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Cedric Adams
Night Golf, Inc
Prune Whip Recipe From Frugal Kitchen Card
A quick prune whip combines two egg whites with quarter cup sugar and lemon flavors, cooked in a double boiler until fluffy. Fold in strained prunes and serve with custard sauce made from egg yolks. serves a family of four and favors economical eating for children.
Princess salad named after famed pointer dog
In tomorrow’s issue a recipe titled the Princess salad is previewed. The blurb touts its sweetness and affordable ingredients, claiming the dish is visually appealing and tastily superior. The teaser invites readers, especially women, to try it at the next opportunity.
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Morrow
Tack
Newcomer Socials Thought Of For Over Forty Gatherings
An office idea proposes a series of get-togethers for newcomers over 40 to ease loneliness. Mason King could run the effort if interested, with many friendly people among the new arrivals seeking connection.
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Mason King
Middle aged timidity undercuts quiet life for many
Young people navigate life with ease yet many reach middle age with timidity. The piece notes that middle aged individuals remain as interesting to peers as they were to younger people, highlighting a continuity of appeal and the unspoken vitality of aging adults.
Observation on social groups and cooking culture
A psychiatrist advises adults to stay with their own group and avoid mixing with younger people to prevent personal popularity complexes. The town is full of fine people seeking to meet others. The note laments male dominance among chefs and praises Tack for top skills in cooking and food appreciation.
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Tack
Common sense by Winchell on Oatis jailing and Tass expulsion
Winchell argues that freeing AP newsman Bill Oatis requires expelling Tass reporters from Washington and closing their consulates. He says American newspapers influence the Prague prison issue, and calls for throwing out all Iron Curtain journalists until Oatis is released. He frames the response in power politics and reciprocal damage.
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Winchell
Associated Press
Bill Oatis
Tass
Washington
Oatis
Prague
Iron Curtain
United States
Prague press man tortured by Communists in prison
Oatis, AP reporter, held by Communists in Prague on espionage charges. Tortured into confessing to a spy role for the United States, his body and will broken, he was cast into prison.
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Oatis
Associated Press
Prague
United States
Brutal assault method described in report
The account notes one technique uses a tin bucket placed over the victim’s head and struck until the person collapses and admits defeat. The wording implies sustained abuse and coercive intent within the described incident.
AP denies spying by its men for government
The Associated Press states no AP journalist spied for any government and asserts Oatis is innocent. The speaker questions appeasement and implies inaction by authorities amid the crisis.
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The
Associated Press
Oatis
Unyielding stance on showdown with Russia stated
The speaker asserts that regardless of Korea talks, the United States must force a direct confrontation with Russia. They warn that failure to do so would doom the nation and condemn it to a brief survival.
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Korea
Russia
Atlantic City Yacht Club Snarkler Sale Sparks Snarkler
A chlorine at the Atlantic City Yacht Club received a $100,000 snarkler from a Western er three hours after they met. A memo from a Quick executive notes sales rising from 290000 to over a million copies weekly, crediting the newspaper for the surge.
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Winchell
Atlantic City
The Friendly City criticized for sidewalks and care
A reader blasts Amarillo for lacking sidewalks and drainage, notes houses block paths, unsafe concrete, and trees crowding walkers. He assails landlords who hate children and calls newcomers “furriners,” arguing the town breeds juvenile delinquency and unhappiness.
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Amarillo
Kingdom of Heaven
Earth
Second Adventure of Tommy Trailer Describes Sequoia and Grand Canyon Visit
Mrs Edward Green writes from Visalia California about a day trip to Sequoia National Park and a coast-to-coast journey via Zuma Beach Santa Monica Davis Dam Grand Canyon and the West Rim drive. She shares awe at Sequoia trees ocean views and canyon colors.
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Tommy
Visalia
Cal
Sequoia National Park
Tommy Trailer
Zuma Beach
Santa Monica
Needles
Nevada
Davis Dam
Ariz
Colorado
Arizona
Grand Canyon
West Rim
Edward Green
North Haves
Lesson Hand Jacoby On Ao Pass A
A fragment discusses a bridge hand with analysis of Jacoby on a pass auction. The notation shows a hand with AKQ AJ4 mK and the opponents’ cards, indicating a defensive or declarer consideration in the East position. The source emphasizes bidding and hold interpretations.
Man who has helped it during its two years
A brief mention honors a man who supported the project over the last two years, recognizing his assistance and contributions to the effort. The note underscores appreciation from organizers and participants for his steady involvement.
Missing pet crow at Mrs. A. P. Killough residence
A tame crow named by its owner went missing from 607 Forest Street and is shown in Mrs. A. P. Killough's back yard where she feeds it. The owner should call to recover the bird.
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A. P.killough
Forest
Crows Praised as Clever Pet Birds
The text extols crows as excellent pets noting their intelligence and vocal abilities surpass those of parrots, evaluating them as superior feathered companions in comparison to other birds.
Pangs of motherhood fueled by earned respect and labor
A reader challenged by a critic of motherhood defends the pangs of childbirth and daily housework. She urges men to understand women's labor, emphasizes equality, and insists mothers deserve sympathy, support, and admiration for the life-giving role.
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E.R.T
Expert Makes Slam Look Very Simple
Article profiles Dr. A J Steinberg of Washington DC as a bridge expert who recently demonstrated a flawless slam in a high level play. It details the bidding sequence two no trump, the spade and club breaks, heart plays, and a key diamond finesse that secured the contract, highlighting his strategic reasoning and confidence.
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Oswald Jacoby
NBA
Washington
A. J. Steinberg
Steinberg
South
North
West
Dr. Steinberg
Declarer
East
Reliable couple seeks infant adoption with shared home plan
Classifieds show a couple seeking to adopt an infant despite authorities preferring a four year old due to age. Contact 2204 North West Third or phone 3-2732. Also listed are wants to buy a used baby play pen and several service offers such as machine quilting and home typing.
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North West Third
Adams
W. R.eee
Johnson
Sterling
Sanborn Park
Kline’s
Woolworth’s
Kay Fisher
Thompson Park
State Theater
Taylor
Carl Small
Moss Lane
Houston
Glenna Ruth Foster
Tennessee
Mina
ABC
Queen Bess
Carl Farris
Thayer
Louisiana
Lincoln
North Madison
Ban on selling tobacco to minors urged by concerned reader
A letter from G. C. C. urges a law restricting tobacco sales to youths after witnessing a 12 year old struggle to light a cigarette. He argues current liquor rules show the need for safeguards and penalties to curb underage smoking and protect juvenile welfare.
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Tack
Second and
Fillmore
Sewell Home on 15 Day Furlough for Family Visit
Pfc. Maple Sewell, stationed at Fort Sill Oklahoma, attends a 15 day furlough to visit his mother Mrs. Ruby Sewell of 1218 West Tenth and his fiancee Ruth Bronstad of 1711 Jackson.
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Pfc
Maple Sewell
Ruby Sewell
West Tenth
Ruth Bronstad
Jackson
Sewell
Fort Sill
Okla
Two Sides to Waste Argument in Amarillo Letter
Open letter to a reader defends Amarillo trash service. The writer praises disposal crews, notes occasional rule violations, and urges neighbors to support workers and maintain barrels. Mentions taxes, home ownership, and city pride with a Dallas comparison.
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Amarillo
Dallas
Bakers Caught in Kansas Flood
Mr and Mrs E H Baker of 1710 Pierce returned from visiting relatives in Fort Scott and Wichita Kansas and were delayed about 24 hours by a flood during their return trip.
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E. H. Baker
Pierce
Fort Scott
Kan
Wichita
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Timne
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Mister Bolt
EL Paso
Fort Davis
Jeff Smith
Smith
Bakers
Kansas
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