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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1928
Page
2
Governor Moody worked late with Cone Johnson and others to craft a dry plank for the Democratic platform. Texas relies on Moody's influence as a Texas member on the platform committee, while Moody shifts focus away from attacking Governor Al Smith to secure prohibition support.
Indiana and Missouri alumni gather for the All-States reunion at Harding's ranch with 24 former Hoosiers and 60 former Missourians planning a permanent state group. Officials anticipate ample picnic and camping space, widening roads, and a free barbecue as preparations race toward July 4.
The first day of the Democratic convention showed Governor Smith supporters optimistic about a first ballot nomination. New York leaders forecast Smith’s nomination tomorrow amid belief the balloting may occur Thursday rather than Friday. Smith headquarters cites indications of a first ballot nominating choice if the convention wills it.
Vesuvius erupted today near Resina Italy drawing visitors despite the danger. Tourists crowded the town at the mountain foot while small crystal fragments fell on the road to the crater. A London maker unveiled a combined watch and automatic lighter.
A new in instructive book by Dr. McCleary from Excelsior Springs Missouri explains piles cures without knife cutting or hospital bills. The 20 year success claims include over 14 cases and promises free plain wrapper mailing to sufferers and referrals.
Houston dispatch reports Will Rogers backed down after Claude Bowers fierce attack on Coolidge Mellon Hoover and GOP. Bowers called leaders plunderers criminals and autocrats and urged action to throw the rascals out as Amarilloans attended the convention sessions.
Amarillo Real Estate board plans to boost local interest in Amarillo and the Panhandle. The group will cooperate with Panhandle Plains of Texas Inc. Delegates J. R. Gant Charles Wolflin and C. P. Atwood reported on the twenty first annual convention of the National Association of Real Estate Boards at an Amarillo hotel meeting.
The credentials committee ended all seating disputes before the Democratic National Convention in Houston. The District of Columbia group led by John Costello the Panama Canal Zone group led by Mrs L O Keen and the Louisiana delegation seated. Pennsylvania delegates were seated and the Virgin Islands were awarded two votes despite Florida’s protest.
Tecumseh Okla June 27 A district court jury recommended a 20 year term for C G Lester for his part in holding up two Shawnee couples east of here on May 29 The United Press report notes the sentence recommendation was made after the trial in the same county court.
Delegates at a Virginia farm issue convention arrive coatless after an invitation from national chair Clem Shaver. Claude Bowers calls the session to order at 11:45 with Senator Joseph Robinson of Arkansas elected permanent chairman as a special committee escorts him to the platform.
W P convention churns toward final routine business as Edwards and Smith leaders push for Robinson as vice presidential choice. Delegates from Oklahoma South Carolina New Mexico and Delaware express support for Robinson with North Dakota delegates potentially open.
Long look at male patronage for permanents in Amarillo parlors reveals men seeking natural waves and even rouge to avoid visible fakery. Young high schoolers and a few older men show steady demand while parlors warn of male shyness and need for discretion during procedures.
Frisco officials investigated a wreck of a fast south bound Frisco freight three miles south of Holdenville Oklahoma. Ten cars derailed but no crew were injured yesterday.
Poet Edgar A Guest muses on cherishing the joys of youth while embracing adult life. He contrasts carefree boyhood with the responsibilities and gratitude of aging, expressing contentment with the evolving beauty of the world as time passes.
Cattle receipts 6 000. market steady with steers up to 15 25. hogs 8 500. market lower with top 10 40. Chicago hogs slow. cattle 6 500 and calves 2 500. lambs 15 35 16 90. New York cotton opened steady. July near 22 34. New Orleans cotton up 25 27 points. Liverpool futures steady. Poultry firm. butter and eggs mixed. potatoes weak. Copper stocks gain on dividend news and improving trade signals. US dollar exchange easier.
Foreign exchange rates shown for Great Britain France Italy Belgium Germany Tokyo and Montreal with figures such as S4875 and 4.8714 for dollars and 3.93 percent cables and 46.94 for Tokyo, 99,737-16 for Montreal.
The stock market opened slightly higher in New York on June 27 with copper shares advancing. Calumet & Arizona Kennecott Copper and International Nickel rose a point or more while Anaconda and Greene Cananea gained more modestly in early trading.
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