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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1929
Page
2
United Press reports a Midwest heat wave with 91 degree Chicago temperatures and 92 in Milwaukee. The heat brought oppressive humidity, brief lake breezes, thunderstorms, crowded beaches, and two deaths in Illinois and two in Wisconsin amid a national high of 106 in Phoenix.
A continuation from page one shows a note to Maj. C Ray Wassall and to mechanic P V Chaffee requesting two cigars and two packages of cigarettes. The speaker emphasizes looking after the baby and mentions O Brine approving all day operation.
Houston endurance fliers led by Joe Glass and Glenn Loomis sang blues as intermittent showers limited their run. They extended their 188th hour aloft, surpassing a South record but lagged behind St. Louis in the world mark. A stowaway girl caused a near-disaster by added weight during refueling.
The monoplane Minnesota piloted by Owen Haugland and Captain P. L. Crichton kept aloft to break the endurance record. By 10 a m Eastern War time the craft had logged 63 hours and 20 minutes as supporters planned to push on.
A reflective column notes 1870s-era events and figures. Jesse Pomeroy moves from Charlestown prison to Bridgewater hospital for the criminal insane after decades behind bars. The piece contrasts colossal urban feats with speculative futures and rapid transport progress including ships and early electric devices. Musketeer Mussolini is invoked amid a quip about innovations like the Baby Heil cradle device.
A veteran war correspondent visiting Borger offers to finance uniforms for the eight Borger police officers, proposing caps and puttees to blend with the town’s background. He praises Borger’s growth, industry, and hotels, and notes Tulia wheat shipments while highlighting local business leader W. C. Dinwiddie of Tulia.
In a tour of Panhandle towns, Dinwiddie of the Farmers' Grain Co is spotlighted for his influence and Siskiyou like optimism about Tulia and surrounding cities. The piece notes growth across Tulia Plainview Borger Pampa Hereford and other towns, and recounts local anecdotes from Borger and Amarillo including dog-for-donation pranks and a cheeky police note about a missing dog Sandy.
Waco July 25. Closing session of a two day Texas Independent Telephone Association district meeting covered improving telephone service. Speakers included Earl R. Evans presiding. Olga Walters Oscar Burton Mrs. Allen Chase Elma Ballard Evelyn Hines and others. William Swan noted an average of fifty transatlantic calls daily and that 18,000,000 telephones in the United States account for 61 percent of world total.
An official statement claims White Guardists crossed into Soviet Russia from Manchuria with Chinese government tacit approval. They allegedly planned to destroy bridges and ammunition depots and commit violence to terrorize Soviet territory and disturb the country’s peace.
A compilation of Warranty Deeds for multiple property transfers including Anderson Tillman and Mitch ael, plus several other owners and parcels. Also lists Tex. vehicle registrations for residents and businesses in Tascosa Hedley Canyon Amarillo and nearby areas.
Father Tom O'Brien announced the completion of a contract for a new Catholic hospital in Slaton. Brennan Construction Company handles the project with an estimated cost of 145000 dollars. Brickwork on the second floor progresses as officials target occupancy within weeks.
Mrs. BE L Russell wife of a Breckenridge grain dealer died today in Weatherford Texas after a car driven by her son overturned on slippery pavement two miles east of Weatherford en route to Ardmore Oklahoma. A son and two daughters escaped injury in the accident.
Reuters dispatch from Tokyo cites a telegram reporting Chinese troops fired on five Soviet planes near the Manchukuo border town around 7 am local time. Later distant firing suggested tension. the exchange was attributed to nerves. Nichi Nichi details say Russian and Chinese forces opened fire as sixteen Russian aircraft appeared over the city.
The foreign office reported telegraphic advice from the acting charge d affaires at the Chinese embassy in Moscow that the national flag was hauled down and he and staff left for Finland. Mediation not needed, foreign minister said, and negotiations may occur in Moscow rather than Harbin. He was optimistic a solution would be found.
Report from Manchuri to Nichi says at 6 a m ten Russian planes appeared over Manchuk and Chinese patrols opened fire. Russian border infantrymen returned fire. The city trembled as Japanese residents began to flee.
Theora Hix Ohio State University student is accused of encouraging drug use by Dr. James Howard Snook, the former faculty member on trial for murder. The lurid insinuations surfaced as jurors were questioned on the opening day, with four of seven jurors being women. Snook remained calm as the trial continued.
A midwestern manufacturer will take over producing the Brown lock-nut, a new local product invented by James Hoyt Brown of Pueblo Colorado. The initial production company was formed in Amarillo and financed there. The Midwest firm’s name is not disclosed.
Amarillo Girl Scouts will attend a Kiwanis Club picnic at Jack Hall's ranch Monday night, marking the first entertainment since sponsorship transfer. Girls meet at Municipal Auditorium at 6 PM for transport, with option to return home before the dance if parents prefer.
Police continue search for the alleged slayer of O C Hill Jr who died from knife wounds after a July 4 affray at Texan Park. Clues explored so far have proved false and investigators say the trail may lead into Oklahoma. Eye witnesses exist but no identifications have been obtained.
Jim Odom filling station proprietor was beaten by two men who tried to burglarize his business Sunday night. He regained consciousness yesterday and is reported greatly improved at St Anthony's hospital with a good chance for recovery after a restful night and continued care.
A reflective line notes that every act should be guided by reason rather than impulse, emphasizing prudent judgment and careful consideration before action. It frames wisdom as the discipline of aligning intentions with rational analysis to avoid folly.
Market turns firmer as selling pressure eases and reports of boot weevil activity spread. Short covering lifts October to 18.75 and December to 18.92, with mid session steady near top. Liverpool spot quotes steady with widespread grain, butter, and exchange movements noted. stock letters show mixed early gains and losses with several big movers and losses across industries.
July 25 market notes show hogs and cattle mixed by region. Kansas City hogs top 11.95. cattle ranges vary by weight. Fort Worth and Oklahoma City report steady to higher prices for hogs and steady cattle, while Chicago and New Orleans show higher and lower movements across hogs cattle and sheep with price shifts.
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