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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1928
Page
6
Fragment from the Amarillo Globe showing publication details and subscription rates. Mentions publisher Gene Howe and general manager Wilburn Hawk, with notices of second class matter and mailing regions Texas Oklahoma and New Mexico.
Farmer Brown's Boy returns to the swamp to study Mrs. Longbill the Woodcock and her eggs. By gentle, careful conduct he earns her quiet tolerance and respect, though she remains wary. Neighbors watch the scene as Longbill stays hidden. The tale ends with the eggs still undisturbed and curiosity satisfied.
The piece defends debutantes as serious social actors as Mrs. Emily Post laments the strain of a season. It contrasts social pressures with wartime deprivation that leads to new resource discovery, noting Texas potash finds may reduce dependence on imports.
The Dodge and Chrysler merger stands as the era’s major financial event with speculation that the new giant could join General Motors. The piece notes swelling corporate sizes, benign consumer benefits, and the uncertain fate of other industry leaders. It also pays tribute to Alan Dale, a controversial Hearst dramatic critic, highlighting his influence and contentious reputation.
Jerry and Heinie confront unspoken love on a twilight boat ride as she weighs a future with him against past desires. Marta’s dinner scene reveals romantic entanglements, while Jerry faces a letter from Heinie and memories of Tess circle the Stanford circle.
Mrs R L Flowers spoke on Companionate Marriage to a large audience of women at Polk Street Methodist Church last night. Luncheon will be served during a workers meeting at 6 45 tonight as plans for the remaining revival days are discussed. A J Flowers will discuss Church Finances while Evangelist Flowers speaks on Why we believe the Bible. Tonight is men s night with a special section for men. Thursday is for young people and Friday the roll will be called. Sunday service will be an old fashioned family one with families seated together. Mrs Flowers speaks on The Home and Sunday night Dr Flowers will speak on The Church.
A 1928 McNaught Syndicate piece notes Manhattan aristocrats losing old brownstone homes to topless towers. It paints their fading manners and servants against modern security guards, with a humorous hotel elevator mix up and reflections on salaries versus tips.
President Coolidge expresses gratification at the 70th Congress for passing many appropriation bills within budget, and for laws on alien property flood control tax reduction and DC matters. He notes naval construction and debt settlement bills were not acted on. Congress favored the naval building program.
A southern congressman famed for World War record and memory jokes about recognizing a veteran in a hotel lobby. The man, Major Schurtz, recalls serving together and reveals he once made the congressman's shirts in Norfolk after they both returned from service in France.
Legal and property transfers listed include multiple warranty and quit claim deeds among M M Post, Kelly Construction, W Latney Barnes, Jno Dodson, Estella Ver ner, and others with prices from 10 to 5 440. Vehicle registrations show owners in Amarillo area switching makes from Ford to Chevrolet and other brands.
The First Congregational church will hold a combined church school and morning service next Sunday at 10 30. The program includes songs recitations memory scripture readings and a high school class anthem of sixteen voices. The cradle roll debuts with two addresses by George Careless and the pastor. Public welcomed.
Cambridge England June 6 a Federation delegate links the global leather shortage to new shoe wearing in China and Mexico. He notes Russia ships footwear to China and Germany to Mexico, and car upholstery consumes much boot leather.
Miss Florence Green of 807 Crockett from Plains Chevrolet requests a building permit for a frame dwelling. L. B. Murphy of 1001 N. Jackson, lot 6 block 40, Amarillo Heights, is the contractor for $700. J. Rubin of 501 Adams, block 69, and J. H. Hart, contractor, are cited for sheet iron warehouse work costing $250.
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