Decline of Domestic Servants Reflected in Amarillo
The United States Employment Service notes 40 openings for domestic service and 63 applicants in Amarillo as of July 20, with wages from 10 to 25 dollars weekly. A trend toward self service by housewives is linked to broader shifts including education, immigration limits, and a growing privacy in homes.
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Amarillo
United States Employment Service
Business Week
George J. Stigler
United States
Stigler
England
All Bran claims relief from constipation with daily claim
A reader letter endorses Kellogg's All Bran for alleviating constipation through daily use with ample water. The ad promises a money back guarantee if not satisfied after 10 days and explains All Bran as a wholesome wheat cereal aiding normal laxation.
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Kellogg
Kellogg Company
Battle Creek
Michigan
Kellogg’s
Omaha
Resume Work on Cement Home After Three Months Delay
A cement home at 2800 Lipscomb in Amarillo shows a building permit issued in December and slow construction halted in April by material shortages. After a three month pause, work has again resumed on the Ivan Dement residence. The Amazon River discharge noted is 1,030,000 cubic feet per second.
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Amarillo
Ivan Dement
Lipscomb
Amazon River
Old Time Nickel Returns to Circulation
The U S Mint announced a return to the pre war five cent nickel composition 25 percent nickel and 75 percent copper The wartime 35 56 9 alloy has been discontinued The move follows wartime metal shortages and affects coin appearance and use in slots
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Washington
Nellie Tayloe Ross
Commissioner Commits to Proud Service in Precinct 1
Voters’ support on Saturday is acknowledged by the incoming commissioner who vows to deliver a service worthy of pride in Precinct 1. The message emphasizes appreciation and a pledge to lead with dedication and accountability.
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Precinct
Roberts and Swindell Families Vacation in Antonito
Mr and Mrs Gus R Roberts of Amarillo Texas and Dr and Mrs R R Swindell of Amarillo are vacationing in Antonito Colorado this week and will return to Amarillo Sunday.
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Antonito
Gus R. Roberts
Travis
R. R. Swinedell
Hayden
Colo
Amarillo
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Potter County
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TP Brewing Company
Cincinnat
RED Top Brewing CO
Cincinnati, Ohio
J.H. Wright Distributing CO
Albuquerque
Los Angeles
Union Bus
Fillmore St
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