Wurzbach Bills Challenge Texan GOP Control
A Senate committee backed a Wurzbach led bill to elect precinct and county delegates, replacing the Creager Nolte appointed slate. The measure would base representation on Republican votes, potentially reducing domination by some counties like Bexar and cutting patronage influence. Leonard Withington opposed, saying it would deprive counties of representation at the state convention.
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Prosperity and science clash with faith in Brisbanes column
Arthur Brisbane argues amid a buoyant economy that prosperity outruns politics as he weighs science and religion, prohibition, and oil waste. He notes aviation risks after a bombing plane crash, and praises Lindberghs long-distance feats while urging bold ideas from Secretary Davis.
New Water Rate Hopes End by Fall in Amarillo
City officials say no relief on water rates before early fall unless Southwestern Public Service lowers charges. Water supply now comes mainly from SPS wells near the Word ranch with 3.195 million gallons daily, only 1.195 million from Word ranch wells. Two Word ranch wells are complete, another due in July. plans call for six to seven wells at this site.
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Riots End as Hillsborough Jail Siege Leaves City Quiet
Tampa remains calm after three nights of riots over a confessed slayer. More than 1,000 national guard troopers and 30 arrested mob members enforce a 9 p.m. curfew as four men die from wounds and 89 are injured.
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Judge urges probe into search warrant practices in Potter County
Potter County grand jury under Judge Henry 38 Bishop is urged to probe how search warrants are issued. He cites blank warrants signed by justices of the peace used by officers, risking illegal raids and tainted prosecutions. The inquiry follows a liquor case challenge to a warrant. The Coffee Shop at the Amarillo hotel advertises as famous for food.
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Severe 12-Inch Hail Storm Impacts Area Near Memphis
Hail weighing 14 ounces and 12 inches in circumference pelted six miles east of Memphis injuring crops and denting roofs. Max Elkes and family, traveling from San Antonio to Chicago, endured the storm near Estelline as a funnel cloud formed, forcing refuge in a storm-house and store.
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Lindbergh Homecoming Planned by U S Officials
Washington officials announced Capt. Charles A. Lindbergh would arrive aboard the cruiser Memphis on June 11 and be honored by President Coolidge. A flyover by army and navy planes will meet him and guide him to the capital as plans finalize for his Washington visit. The trip may include stops in New York and St. Louis before returning to travel options after the ceremony.
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Gas well fire at Sanford in Skelly No 1 shot out
Borger June 2. The Skelly gasser No 1 at Sanford was shot out with an average TNT charge after noon. Tex Thornton of Amarillo, experienced with oil field fires, led the operation. Injuries to George McDowell and two others are listed as serious but survivable. others rest at local hospitals as crews work to clear debris. The 25 million feet per day gas well began burning yesterday after a friction spark ignited wet casing.
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Potter County Court Jurisdiction in Criminal Matters Questioned
A motion in Potter County County Court questions whether the court has criminal jurisdiction after the creation of the 108th district and the 47th district. Judge Motlow overruled the motion but called for higher court rulings. Attorneys debate if all Potter County criminal cases since the law's enactment were properly heard.
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Oil Workers 10 Organize Soon in Hutchinson Field
In Hutchinson County oil casing crews walk out after a Skelly fire at Sanford and related tragedies. About 75 casers met in Burger demanding safety, including double crews on wells and mudding to prevent sparks. They seek immediate safety measures before returning to work.
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Goethals To Survey Lower Rio Grande
Goethals will survey the lower Rio Grande valley to extend the intracoastal canal from Corpus Christi to the Big Grande mouth. The contract with General Goethals, builder of the Panama Canal, is closed and he will visit the valley soon to begin the work.
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Amarillo residents urge immediate cuts in water rates
The Globe reports hundreds of calls and street support for lower water rates as the new plant stabilizes supply. Homeowners, who backed the city commissioners by voting bonds, seek immediate relief to ease the burden of high costs and revived lawns.
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