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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1947
Page
5
A surprise hit may end its run tomorrow night at the State Theater with Dane Clark, Martha Vickers, and Sydney Greenstreet starring. The comedy’s brisk pace and strong performances draw crowds as the town enjoys a lively slate of weekend entertainments.
The article lists numerous individuals associated with Texas towns and families, including Vivian Green, Noble Fowlkes, Rosalie Carlile, Jack Green, Jimmy Green, Virginia Wisdom, Jessie Freeman, A. Freeman, Bobby Jackson, Cynthia Carroll, H Grady Wilson, Dorothy Marable, Johnny West, J J Shrum, Ed Gerken, Bob Chapman, Kenneth Connell, Marilyn Izzard, Dick Elliott. It notes McAllen named for pioneer James McAllen, famed for defending a ranch against bandits. Weslaco named for W E Steward Land Company. Mission tied to La Lomita established by Franciscan Friars.
Historic notes reveal how Corpus Christi earned its name from the feast day, Gainesville honors General Gaines, Perryton recalls Judge Perry, Alice reflects Mrs. Alice Kleberg, Palestine nods to Palestine Illinois founder Elder Parker, Sherman memorializes Gen Sidney Sherman with ties to the Alamo era. The piece surveys town name origins across Texas with period color.
Overworks and illness drain red blood cells and energy. Medical authorities cite 888 Tonic as boosting blood strength for non organic anemia. It aids digestion and improves appetite, sleep, and overall vigor with the claim of millions of bottles sold. Get a tile from your drug store.
The article notes Hidalgo is named for Father Hidalgo a Mexican independence hero and Pharr is named for Henry Pharr. It appeals for more such naming ideas and asks readers to share information or fund a 3 cent stamp or postcard. It recalls that in 1921 the United States reported 100000 smallpox cases.
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