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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1940
Page
1
The column foresees rain across many areas within 24 hours as a respite for crops, while rail stocks and wartime rumors swirl. It cites Colonel Simpson and Wes Izzard on England, Roosevelt censorship talk, and Knox urging press freedom. It also notes upcoming local weddings, a marriage at Littlefield, and Willkie cinema boosts.
Potter County commissioners court appointed Ora Riggins to fill the unexpired five month term of Constable Jack Foster who died Sunday Riggins was Foster's chief deputy and had been eliminated from the constable race in the primary Saturday The court cited unfinished business in the office and named the deputy as the logical man to handle affairs for Precinct 1 with no other county precinct having a constable.
Mrs. Jesse Smith wife of S J Smith died this morning at 7 oclock at her sister Mrs Harry Hatcher home seven miles southwest of Amarillo on Canyon Road She is survived only by her husband and sister Funeral services are set for tomorrow at 10 30 oclock from the Blackburn Shaw Funeral Chapel with Rev F A Foster rector of St Andrew s Episcopal Church officiating
Mrs. S C Talley was injured when a small calibre pistol was accidentally discharged by her husband while he demonstrated its operation. She is reported to be feeling pretty good at St Anthony's Hospital as of this morning.
A United States Army bomber crashed and burned shortly before noon today in a remote area about 40 miles southeast of Panama City. The incident was reported from Panama, as officials assess the scene and notify next of kin.
Hogs are salable with total 2,000 head, steady to 10c higher and mostly steady with Tuesday’s averages. Top price reaches $6.10 for good to choice 109-250 lb hogs. prices range $5.90 to $6.05. Some 260-350 lb hogs at $5.25 to $5.90. good to choice 140-170 lb hogs not fully listed.
A 50 year old Pearl Hendrickson barricaded in a hillside cabin north of Boise as a U S marshal and deputy were shot dead during a government property notice. A posse of about 50 lawmen used machine guns and rifles in the chase and standoff. Nearby in Cooter Missouri Tennessee line a gunfight with officers ended in the death of Roosevelt Jones after he wounded a state trooper.
Donald Lee Roach was sentenced to three years in a federal reformatory after pleading guilty to juvenile delinquency in a New Mexico federal court. He surrendered on an National Motor Vehicle Theft charge and had previously served 14 months of a two year reformatory term for a similar offense.
The House sent to President a naval expansion bill funding 4.963 billion to start work and provide modern weapons for a 2 million man army after two hours of debate, Reuters report from Washington notes.
The Amarillo High School summer school band presents its final concert of the season at 8 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Miss Winona Wise conducts with student conductor Lawrence Keaton directing the opening piece. This closing program marks the third concert in the series featuring solo and ensemble performances.
Amarillo police remain puzzled after Canadian military authorities refused to accept word of an alleged deserter's arrest. The man, who admits desertion and crossed the border with his bride, is pleased by prospects of liberty as Canadian officials offer no payment or instructions.
In Athol Mass on July 31 Paul Pralinsky reports a remarkable plant in his yard. Roots below ground yield healthy potatoes while the upper part bears a handsome tomato.
Thirty five striking grave diggers picketed Woodmere Cemetery in Detroit demanding higher wages and paid vacation. The workers are members of the United Cemetery Workers CIO.
Arthur T. Glenn, Santa Fe railroad car department foreman, died at 6 a.m. at his home 805 Adams Street Amarillo where he had lived 20 years. A 56 year old, he leaves wife Alice, six children Arthur Hollis Harold Evangeline Frances Noel all of Amarillo, a brother Alex Glenn of Elkhart Texas and cousin N O Glenn of Blackburn Brothers Clothiers. The funeral is at Boxwell Brothers Chapel at 7 p.m. with Rev C L LaGrone officiating and burial in Palestine Texas.
Mrs. Bertha Larsen, 76, of Adrian, is resting fairly well after a turning car crash five miles east of Adrian. She suffered cuts and bruises when the vehicle she rode in with Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Ivy of Vega overturned on a curve Monday night at Northwest Texas Hospital attendants said.
Court reports a driver used a stolen car claim as an alibi for an overtime parking ticket. Police say the car was marked recovered, with the motorist leaving without payment as Sergeant Green notes the dodge.
A home remedy using Ru-Ex Compound mixed with water and lemon juice is promoted to relieve rheumatic arthritis and neuritis pain. The ad promises quick or overnight improvement, with a money-back guarantee if not helped, and notes availability at Fox Drug Co, Walgreen's, and other drug stores.
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