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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1951
Page
2
Weather forecast hints at rain across areas as clouds thicken in a dramatic wet cycle. A joke circulating mentions Acheson warning the armed forces that war would start when Stalin says Margaret cannot sing, reflecting mixed public mood about current events.
Ted Houghton recalls few humming birds in Hartley County with one ruby throat sighting last week. Tack offers 100 for a hummingbird nest. Wheat yields exceed expectations with reports of 25 bushels per acre on 300 acres near Amarillo, if hail spares the crop. Managing Editor Post is urged to pursue a story.
Stanley Marsh buys a handmade Jaguar hot rod from England, a car the talk of farmers and ranchers as it darts through traffic at high speed. He recalls a boyhood wish for a fast car and says he waited long for the fanciest hot rod in the world.
A shopper recounts paying 5.35 for two Florida watermelons with a Texas shipment expected next day promising lower prices. The tale ends with a caution to always ask prices before buying and a quip on cottage cheese and breakfast trends, echoing a saying about cheese at different meals.
A man recalls a past date where a woman objected to a man smoking in public, arguing women should choose proper places. He asserts smoking is a woman's privilege but manners demand discretion in public and in front of companions.
A timid suitor, quoting Tack's column, asks a date to stop smoking in public. She resents the request, stomps, and discards the cigarette. Later she invites him back, and he visits her home about six nights weekly, with some rumors of engagement.
A reader asks why the telephone company does not provide a metropolitan dial system like in other cities. They cite Fort Worth using Riverside 8464 and Amarillo using 6-8464 as examples, requesting names in front of the four dial numbers.
A brief local item notes Mr Thomas and Modover in Fort Worth with call for consideration on numbered country towns and naming so far unclear. The fragment references a request or discussional context among residents about place naming and civic matters.
The piece questions long distance dialing expansion to Amarillo and argues the MacArthur drive is spreading nationwide. It ponders Republican worries and whether the general has presidential ambitions, noting his candidacy since childhood and speculation on war with Russia.
A satirical Texas travel letter claims Texas is the biggest, best, hottest land with vast oil, big ranches, far apart cities, and blue jean millionaires. It boasts diverse scenery, from Heavens divots to red sunsets, pink grapefruit, and many beauties.
The Palo Duro Players begin their third summer season at 8 15 tonight with The Silver Whistle at Branding Iron Theater. Tickets cost 75 cents for adults and 25 cents for children. Wendell Cain, WTSC speech faculty, stars as the hobo. James Rosy Bates and others fill out a wide local cast directed by W A Moore with Barbara Anderson assisting.
Peace officers from the Panhandle including Potter County sheriff's department city police Texas Highway Patrol and Texas Rangers gathered in Dumas for a regular discussion panel. Asa Bowen Dumas police chief presided. Glenn H. McLaughlin chief of the bureau of investigation Texas Department of Public Safety led the session. The lineup included Ranger Frank Probst FBI Agent Carl Pariman Amarillo Chief of Detectives J L King and Plainview Police Chief Hoyt Curry. A general law enforcement discussion followed.
Moscow radio quoted captured American officer staff major John McLauchlan of the American Tenth Army Corps saying U S foreign policy heads toward a new war in the Far East He spoke at a peace rally in a North Korea POW camp and urged fellow prisoners to consider a foreign invasion of Canada or Mexico The broadcast also cited another prisoner describing American troops firing in an unjust war
Mrs. Georgia Ford of Amarillo assembly warden announced new rules and by laws adopted at the Junior Odd Fellows and Theta Rho state meeting in Fort Worth. Dolores Clamb of Pampa was elected state president as Hereford captured top honors in degree competition and six individual charges. next meeting shifts to San Antonio in June.
MEMPHIS TENN Soldiers use the jeep for almost everything and Jerry Larson notes a man pulling a plow with a jeep while his wife drives it and he guides the motion. The account highlights ingenuity in wartime logistics and rural adaptation.
A reader argues that modern mothers are overburdened by nighttime baby care and lack of spousal help. She contrasts today’s exhausted moms with those of older generations, cites infant colic and sleepless nights, and condemns blaming women for divorce or neglect. The piece laments male indifference to parenting and urges partners to share duties.
Berkeley June 13 a university faculty committee called a state Senate Un American Activities Committee claim that there are student Communist groups at the University of California false and shocking The faculty panel led by Nobel laureate Wendell M Stanley says no evidence shows any faculty member is a Communist and no campus organizations are known among students faculty or staff Gov Warren supports loyalty screening and Assemblyman Robert McCarthy proposes firing any state university employee linked to a Communist front or subversive group
Dr. Joseph A. Vance, 86, longtime Detroit churchman and pastor emeritus of the First Presbyterian, died in Boulder, Colorado where he served as interim pastor. Born in Tennessee, he led the Presbyterian Church in the USA as moderator in 1935 and spent half a century in ministry, continuing interim work after retirement in 1940.
The Thoroughbred Dartmoor ponies will be shown as a feature of Britain's 1951 Festival, highlighting the breed in a key cultural event. The display showcases their heritage and role within the festival program.
Barbara Jean Knapp an 18 year old Texas A&I sophomore was crowned queen of the Texas Lions clubs at the state convention final session. Dr R A Self of Oak Cliff Dallas was named district governor for District 2K at the final meeting. Knapp represented the Alamo Lions club.
A middle aged, healthy woman seeks housework for one person or couple or any useful domestic job. She is willing to relocate if needed and can be reached by phone at 37063. A Reader.
Mrs Collins asks to contact a boy who dug four tree holes at 1015 South Williams. She does not know his name or address and wants him to assist in her yard if he has spare time.
A 15 year old boy, Jimmy Warton, offers ironing services from home and seeks work avoiding grocery stores. He lists contact numbers 4-1429 and 2-5029 and signs with General Delivery, Amarillo. A second note from a 16 year old seeks any kind of job, willing to do almost anything, asking interested parties to call.
A missing earring was found in front of Gathright's. The owner can claim it at the Daniel Dining Room, 506 Pierce.
A reader advertises ironing services to be done at home. Contact point listed as phone 3-8877 and address 2601 Spruce.
Advertises care for one or two children aged 2 to 6 in a home setting. Promises good care. Contact Mrs. Tims at 4008 Monroe or phone 40754.
A reader seeks to keep children under four at her home while mothers go out. Rates are 35 cents per hour until 7 PM and 50 cents per hour after 7 PM. Children will be cared for in her home. Call 4-0026.
Mrs Ben Stopple seeks a used folding stroller she can buy cheaply. She invites sellers to contact her at 3-2912. Address: 2401 South Spruce.
A reader offers a vacuum sweeper without attachments in exchange for a chest of drawers a child's wardrobe chest or a baby bed and mattress. Interested parties should call 3-9438.
Three two month old kittens seek a caring home. Contact phone number 2-2605 for details and adoption arrangements.
A middle aged widow advertises seeking employment operating a small rooming house on a share basis or salary. She emphasizes experience and dependability and presents herself as a viable, steady worker available for immediate hire.
A dated advertisement touts Lavoptik Eyewash for eye comfort. It claims cooling relief for tired burning and itching eyes with a money back guarantee after 35 years of use by thousands. It urges careful cleaning and avoiding dirty fingers near the eyes.
Phone 3061 Texico NM or write to ALTA HONEYCUTT Box 127 Texico NM for contact details and mailing options.
Local notice offers a lawnmower in exchange for yard work. Apply in person at 316 Georgia for details and potential trade terms.
A notice asks for information about a red fire chief car missing its bell. The boy who owns it asks neighbors to call 3 9261 with any sighting or location details. The message is part of a classified-like public lost item plea.
Four girls aged 12, 9, 4 and 17 months require clothing donations. Requesting any available garments suitable for girls of varying ages to help reduce expense and support the family.
Mrs J M seeks to buy or receive wearable garments for children ages 9 to 12. She will pay postage or a reasonable price, and notes she does not live in Amarillo. She asks to write in care of Tack to arrange details.
Mrs Grant Troxel offers home based child care by the hour day or week with a nice back yard for play for information call 40019.
A brown hand tooled billfold with papers and a Social Security card was misplaced, likely at the air field or on a field shuttle. It contained no money. If found, call 35616 or return to 708 North Jackson.
A personal reminiscence recalls a resident who spoke about staying in a hometown before being drafted in 1944 and then relocating with their family. The piece emphasizes place and family movement during wartime.
I came back here two and a half years ago. I am in my middle twenties, 5 feet 7 inches tall, 169 pounds. I have a new car, a fine job, and weekends I visit Pampa and Clarendon. I don’t drink or smoke and will answer every letter. Please provide an address and phone number if possible. I’m not bad looking or handicapped. Hoping for letters within 50 miles of Amarillo. Louis
A high school girl in the south part of town seeks daytime babysitting work. She requests a call at 3-4059 to arrange opportunities and discusses availability and location.
Lost Wednesday evening June 6 a brown leather billfold containing a house key a driver's license a Social Security card an identification card photos and the name J. D. Jerden. If found call 3 5265 will pick up and offer a reward Mrs J D Jerden 407 North Georgia.
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