22 Jul 1926
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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1926
Page
1
A fragmented 1920s style column touches on war costs, US debt, and global affairs with assorted names like Churchill Coolidge and Mellon. It also reports odd scientific notes on blood similarities, a Japanese time day concept, Vla Vatican payroll and unrest in a Vatican staff strike, ending with garbled lines about money and debt.
Authorities recover the body of a man killed in Texarkana park as investigators search the scene for clues. Police say the victim was found under unclear circumstances and are reviewing surveillance footage and nearby witnesses to identify a motive and suspect.
James J. Beaumont, an alleged California convict, escaped from the city jail after being allowed time in the runaround. The guard on duty, Thomas R. Crutchfield, was discharged by City Manager Jeff Bartlett, with direct responsibility placed on him. Beaumont, held for California authorities, had reportedly been granted extra liberty during hot afternoons.
In New York on July 22, a sharp rally lifted French francs and bonds amid relief over overnight French financial news. The market rose with optimism after erroneous reports suggested Bank of France payment suspensions, with gains mirrored in London and Paris as coalition talks influenced investor sentiment.
A partial OCR fragment mentions an egg on a roof and unclear descriptions. It references a sun fries phrase, names or tags, and misread words. The readable content provides little coherent context or verifiable facts for a full report.
Fort Worth July 22 Dr J Frank Norris renowned evangelist defends his career as a fighter after being released on a $10000 bond for shooting and killing D K Chipps who visited Norris to dispute his anti Chipps ally Mayor H Meacham The article traces Norris life from Alabama to Baylor and beyond noting his tumultuous path and public feuds.
Erasmus Tack reports growing car fund for orphans reaching 553 dollars with gifts including a 100 dollar check from Charley Green. Donors listed include Amarillo Bank and Daily News, with many small contributions. campaign urges further support to provide transportation for the children.
Fragmented text shows a local sports preview with an anticipated game between Latheart and Aneritte, led by Letty Meddiviee, set to add energy to the Senda Gemee street event. The piece hints at wartime era references and a slogan Fee Can.
Three men in an automobile killed guard Will Raider at the Ferguson state convict farm near Midway, freed six convicts from the barracks, and departed with them. A pursuing posse scoured the county as officers investigated the bold, fatal breakout.
A Pampa woman died in a wheat field blaze near PAWPA on July 2. The incident details are incomplete due to damaged text, but authorities report a fatal fire involving cereal crops and nearby equipment. Investigations are underway.
Three Panhandle girls may win a big diamond ring and two cash purses of 100 and 50 dollars. Tri State Fair tickets, portrayed as keys to the Exposition, arrive and will be sold by the top sellers. The first prize goes to the lead seller, followed by the two runners up. Any Panhandle girl is eligible to begin selling at once.
With 36 hours to go, Amarillo voters focus on six key races for representative district judge district attorney county attorney sheriff and tax collector amid waning enthusiasm from the oil boom era and widespread talk of a hard fought ballot.
The regular News-Globe election party will be held at the city auditorium Saturday night starting at 7. No returns will be released from the News-Globe office. The auditorium seats 3,500 and returns will be flashed on screen as received. Two leased wires will gather state returns and a special crew will obtain county returns as ballots are counted. The big party begins at 7 and all are invited.
Fort Worth reports the Tarrant County grand jury investigated the Chipps death linked to Dr. J Frank Norris at First Baptist Church. L B Haughey Catholic manager of Meacham’s department store faces controversy over firings amid Norris sermons and church radio broadcasts.
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