05 Jun 1930
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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1930
Page
19
A vintage listing shows models including a 1929 Ford Coupe, 1929 Chevrolet Coach, 1928 Hudson Sedan, 1929 Oldsmobile Sport Coupe, 1929 Whippet Coupe, 1928 Olds Coupe and Coach, 1927 Chrysler 60 Coach, 1929 Durant Coupe, and a 1925 Cadillac Coupe offered to buyers.
Visit our used car lot for a complete selection of moderately priced automobiles. Cars are in the best possible condition and available on easy terms. Nee auy 19K 100.
The firm Young & Hawley asserts the Matador Oil Corporation leadership including John W. McGee acted honestly. They recount audits by Texas officials proving value backing stock and say federal grand jury findings were a no bill. They claim improper indictments and demand publication of their side for Amarillo readers.
Two Wall Street clerks brothers Edward Bougherty age 18 and Daniel age 22 shared a $149000 prize won on a $1 ticket in the English derby. Edward plans to keep his job buy a suburban house and invest the rest while Daniel will also benefit from the windfall.
In Dallag three Irving citizens Jack North Mark Averitt and Arch Siddon were convicted of chicken theft and sentenced to one year in the state penitentiary.
Franklin sedan in good condition for sacrifice. Mrs Burt Daniel at 1708 East 10th lists Ford 1-ton truck with grain body and 1927 Ford coupe along with Overland sedan. Phone numbers 7857 and 601 East 10th. Chevrolet Coach saved $100, nearly new with full equipment. Model A Standard Ford Coupe, new paint and overhauled motor, excellent condition. Calls at 2-2669 and 2-3201.
A reader asks Tack about the start of the Anno Domini timeline with Dr. R. Thomsen noting years between Christ's birth and year 1 AD. Separately, a letter from Mrs. C A Hervey seeks help selling a duplex at 612 North Jackson Street due to health and moving away. A Chisholm Trail reminiscence by an old trail driver confirms Nutting's June Globe-News article as accurate and recalls Charles Living and Charley.
A car burglary at 730 North Arthur Street on Tuesday night stole about $200 in goods including a cedar chest, a suitcase, clothes, and photos of a deceased baby. Frank Thomas offers a $5 reward for the return of the baby’s picture, asking Miss Evana at the office to handle it. no questions asked.
A reminiscence describes ranch life at Goodnight and Palo Duro Canyon with Charley leading a roundup. John W. Green recalls roping a yearling, being bucked by a calf, and receiving a $50 check as a kindness from Goodnight. He praises old timers as big hearted and laments their passing, ending with a brief poem. MARIE SUMBALL and others share letters and plans for a dance hall in Amarillo.
A plea column lists plans for weekly dances on Thursday and Saturday and advises on keeping order and limiting drink. A veteran asks Tack for job leads within 24 to 48 hours to support his wife. Another note asks to locate Pearl McNeely now Mrs Carl Morris in Amarillo, a clerk at Adams Dry Goods.
A distressed plea seeks cash sale of a Vega belt farm in Oldham County and help to clear debts by July 1 1930. The letter details location Route 66 Landergin Switch Rock Island line and a half mile west house, urging a cash buyer to harvest 1931 crop. Also a missing Persian male cat named Bob from 1018 Taylor Street is sought with contact at 24228.
The City Commission of Amarillo Texas invites sealed bids by 7 30 p m on Tuesday June 10 1930 for one light dump truck. Specifications are in the engineering department. Bid must include a five percent certified or cashier's check. The city may accept or reject any bid. W N Durham City Manager June 4 1930 Amarillo Texas.
Amarillo will receive sealed bids at 7 30 p m on Tuesday June 17 1930 for two four inch sewer pumps Plans and specifications are on file in City Engineers office A 5 percent certified or cashier s check is required with each bid The successful bidder must furnish a statutory bond with a responsible surety company authorized to do business in Texas and maintaining a local Amarillo agent bond guarantees contract performance and payment for labor and materials Bid conditions may be rejected All bids June 4 1990 City Manager
Two widows request employment offering washing ironing or any kind of work. They can care for children at home and provide contact at 1607 West Seventh Avenue. Mrs T L and Mrs H sign the notice.
A seven week old thoroughbred Persian kitten is missing. Mrs Della M Adams offers a $2 reward for its return and provides contact details. A political note urges precinct one voters to consider Huddleston for constable, praising him as an honest, upright officer with broad support from local leaders.
Bids sealed to 7 30 p m Tuesday June 10 1990 for playground apparatus at San Jacinto Park Amarillo Texas including junior and senior sets teeter totters swings slides and climbing units. Successful bidder furnishes rust proof complete equipment with pipe fittings and prints. all parts guaranteed for one year. penalties for delay and concrete installation required.
Sealed bids for paving on listed streets in Agosville Texas will be opened at 7:30 p m June 17 1920. Plans and specifications are in the City Engineer office and bids may include curb gutter drainage and excavation with six percent interest paying certificates and a local agent.
A local letter argues Huddleston ran on the 18th Amendment platform. It alleges Amarillo favored modification by a 100 vote margin and claims Huddleston would push stronger liquor laws and target bootleggers and their leaders.
A letter from Mrs Richards of 205 North Taylor asks for day work to support her small children. She offers cleaning services and requests space in the column to secure employment. She expresses gratitude for any help printed.
A Persian cat needs a home after arriving at a house with no owner found. The caretaker offers the cat to anyone who calls 2-3564.
A fragment cites concerns about alcohol production and transportation, questions Huddleston’s motives, and recalls his mayoral race platform advocating higher public labor pay. The author promises to reveal who supports Huddleston and where they are.
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