Weather and miscellany from Hemphill County and beyond
A plains weather note forecasts little rainfall or rain-related risk across the High Plains including Hemphill County and Canadian, with no tornado or strong winds expected. The rest blends light notes from Winchell and Darling columns, praising Bill McSpadden’s impact on oil, gas, and livestock, plus quips on decorous behavior, pre birth thumbs, and a rambling miscellany from trading post verse.
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Hemphill County
Canadian
Great possibilities for Waddy Week growing national
The text praises Waddy Week as a promising effort that could be nurtured into something big and possibly become a national affair. Enthusiasm is high and the name has caught on, with silver cups mentioned as part of the display.
Amarillo Uplifted by New Order and Street Redesign
A town notes economic strain as residents fear debt and illness limits buying power. A police bracing campaign targets traffic violations and double parking. A battered man jokes about mishearing orders while residents flee heat toward Colorado.
Youth Voices on Waddy Week Opinions
A collection of Amarillo youths ages 17 to 20 share views on Waddy Week. Some want it year round, praising Western attire and festivities, while others warn against overdoing the event and call for more public cooperation and proper celebration.
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Jimmy Moore
Georgia
Ann Elrington
Jackson
Bill Byers
Dickie Woods
Bill Merry
Adele Aulbach
Amarillo
G. W. McEntire
Exell
Jerry Lesan
North Bowyer
Keith Connell
Lincoln
Hope Foster
Los Angeles
Cal
Mrs Earl King Plans Wichita Falls Weekend Meeting
Mrs Earl King of 927 Rusk will fly to Wichita Falls to meet daughter Maxine Cartwright of Dallas and Mr and Mrs Kenneth Baldwin of Lawton Okla They will spend the weekend in Lawton.
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Wichita Falls
Earl King
Rusk
Maxine Cartwright
Dallas
Kenneth Baldwin
Lawton
Oklo
Change of Address for Mrs LaBess Childers
Mrs LaBess Childers has moved from 4231 West Eleventh to 4240 West Eleventh updating her mailing address.
United States backs world police force troop mix
The United States told the United Nations Security Council that the proposed world police force should include 20 divisions of ground troops 3800 combat planes three battleships and six aircraft carriers in its initial strength.
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Lake Success
United States
United Nations Security Council
Arena Contract Debate Over Tri State Fair Park
Potter County commissioners discussed terms of a proposed agreement with Cory Detton to operate the Athletic Arena and Exhibit Building at Tri-State Fair Park. The deal would give the county 10 percent of gross event receipts after taxes, with Detton receiving 5 percent net for seating and equipment. A flat rental for civic groups is included, while a long term exclusive grounds lease is being considered by Tri-State Fair Association.
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Cory Detton
Tri-State Fair Park
Potter County
Detton
Tri-State Fair Association
The
Fair Association
Government Turns Mines to Owners
The government returned control of more than 2,500 soft coal mines to private owners after 13 months of federal operation. The May 22, 1946 seizure dispute remains unsettled and a 10 day miners vacation ends July 8. if terms with miners fail, a strike is likely and workers stay home.
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Washington
Police investigate burglaries at cafes in city
Burglars stole food and drinks from the B and B Cafe on East Third and damaged juke boxes at the Hospital Cafe and Grand Cafe. Entry methods unknown, with possible lock picking. Additional attempted breaks were reported at the Court Cafe and Bert's Garage.
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East Third
Hospital
North Polk
Grand Cafe
Polk
Kansas City and Chicago Live Stock Market Report
Kansas City and Chicago livestock markets show varied trading on June 30 with cattle and calves moving at mixed prices. Hogs and sheep also pass through at steady to firm levels, with range fat cattle including good and choice steers selling up to 29.50 and hogs around 24.50 to 25.25 for 170 to 250 pounds.
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Kansas City
USDA
Texas
Chicago Livestock
Chicago
Kansas
Family to Attend Furniture Market Trip
Mr and Mrs J W Hill and daughter Deloris of 102 Sunset and Dea McLain of 914 Fannin will leave Thursday for the furniture market in Grand Rapids and Chicago. They plan to stay two weeks.
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J. W. Hill
Deloris
Sunset
Dea McLain
Fannin
Grand Rapids
Chicago
Payne Returns Home From Austin Business Trip
J Payne of 917 Fannin returns home after attending to business in Austin last week.
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Payne
J. L. Payne
Fannin
Austin
DDT Sprayer Arrives to Aid Amarillo Clean-Up
Amarillo expects a DDT sprayer tonight to disinfect every alley as part of a city clean-up drive led by the Junior Chamber of Commerce. The program aims to finish Thursday with painting and repairs. City chemist Jack Wyatt reported word from San Antonio that the sprayer began today on a special route. Trash trucks hauled 9,548 cubic yards to the city dump last week.
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Amarillo
Jack Wyatt
San Antonio
McSpadden Funeral At First Baptist Church
Hundreds of Amarillo and Panhandle residents paid respects to Bill McSpadden as funeral services were held at 10 o clock in the First Baptist Church. Dr A D Foreman Jr pastor led the rites with burial in Llano Cemetery under N S Griggs & Sons Funeral Home supervision.
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Amarillo
Panhandle
Bill McSpadden
First Baptist Church
A. D. Foreman, Jr
Llano Cemetery
N. S. Griggs & Sons Funeral Home
Waddy Week features Billy Foust as key attraction
Johnny Forkner explains Waddy Week steering committee highlights the Western music event. The orchestra includes Billy Foust a rub ber legged contortionist who can play the fiddle from any position. Three prize costumes will be awarded to dancers at The Nat tomorrow night with the Exchange Club handling costumes.
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Johnny Forkner
Billy Foust
Billy
Moeller
Exchange Club
Silver Disk Seen Flying Southwest Near Lubbock
A Lubbock couple reported sighting a silver disk shaped object moving southwest at unknown altitude near Smyer yesterday. The Lubbock Avalanche-Journal will not reveal their names fearing ridicule. They described the object as moon sized and could not determine if it was an aircraft or its power source. Similar disk reports have surfaced across the central states in recent days.
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Lubbock
Smyer
Here
Central States
Judges Set Time to Pick Dance Winners at Courthouse
Herman Sloss, committee chair, urged couples to stay together 11 to 11 30 tomorrow night as judges circulate to decide winners. Prizes are 50 25 and 15 dollars. Admission is 2 dollars per person plus tax. Lucky Moeller performs at street dance near the courthouse Wednesday and at Rhythm Roundup in the Municipal Auditorium Thursday. Brent Flenniken features with Dixie Dice’s West ward Whoa segment.
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Herman Sloss
Lucky Moeller
Courthouse
Municipal Auditorium
Brent Flenniken
Dixie Dice
Star of Oklahoma to headline concert at the Auditorium
The Oklahoma cast star touring the US last year will perform three numbers at the Auditorium showing his talents. The event highlights his vocal range and stage presence.
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United States
Truman blasts real estate lobby over housing aid debate
President Truman denounces the real estate lobby for opposing a long range housing bill and weakening rent control. He accuses the group of pursuing financial gain while harming public welfare and calls for a full congressional investigation.
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Truman
Congress
Truman calls for broad housing program expansion
President Truman urged Congress to act on housing legislation covering low rent aid, federal insurance to spur rental investment, farm housing, slum clearance, enhanced home financing aids, and housing research. He said the Wagner Ellender Taft bill for a 15 year program will move toward these goals.
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Truman
Congress
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Rhoda
Southwest
Trading Post
C. R. Anthony Company
Henry Jones
Oklahoma City
Gulf of Mexico
Missouri River
Thum
Sharon Ann Jones
Jack G. Jones
Texhoma
Okla
Jay Jones
Goodwell
D. L. Gustafson
Laura Rock
Tack
Tropics
South
Colorado
Lts
Barbara Husband
West Tefith
Sports Arena
Weve
Wayne All
Ice Cream Pry
Beverege
Galion
Tulsa Winches
America
Body and Trailer Inc
Amarillo, Texas
Eee Te
Financial Liquidating Fund
Merrill, Lynch, Pierce Fenner & Beane
Merrill Lynch, Fenner & Beane
Tel & Tel
Anaconda
Armour 2
AT & Tee
Aviation Corp
Baldwin Locom Ee
Bendix Aviation Tee
Bethlehem Steel
Blaw-Knox
Steer
Borden
Brankee
Goodyear
Gulf Pette Ee
Glenn L Martin
Pet
United
Us Steel
Warner Bros
Western Union
White Motors
Wilson Willys-Overland
BN Woolworth Co
Waddies
Canada
Kohler Bros
Amarillo Venetian Blind Co
Taylor St
Pho
Lever Brothers Company
Lane’s Barber Shop
River Drive
Pleasant Valley
al Brooks Drug Stores
24Th and
6Th
Polk St
Penda
Blackburn
Shaw
Pierte
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