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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1945
Page
3
In Rome March 6 mounted police charged a crowd protesting the escape of Gen Mario Roatta in front of the Quirinale Palace. One person was killed and several wounded after a bomb was thrown. Roatta, former Army chief of staff under Mussolini, had been held for trial as a leading Fascist war criminal.
The Senate banking committee approved President Roosevelt’s pick Fred M. Vinson for federal loan administrator. Chairman Robert F. Wagner called the vote unanimous and enthusiastic as part of resolving a major policy dispute with Congress.
Back in the Panhandle after two years on the West Coast I seek readers with tips on removing porcupine quills from a dog's mouth and nose. Mrs Sanders offers guidance at Route 3 Box 142. A white dog with light brown spots escaped Friday. contact San Jacinto area residents at 6098 if seen.
Photo shows a sailor with back inscription Honolulu Jan. 26 1945. Owner asked to call 2710 West Eighth to reclaim.
A reward of 1 is offered for a missing gold filigree earscrew mace in a small flower design taken in downtown Amarillo on February 14. The poster reads contact Mrs. L. Maxey at 2217 Polk Street.
A man of draft age, married with a four year old child, seeks permanent ranch labor focusing on cattle. He claims lifelong cattle experience, no smoking or drinking, and readiness to relocate if salary and location suit. Provides contact at 230 J Spur Tex and Spur address.
A reader offers to do light housework part or full time and can go home nights. Also available for ironing in her home or another's. Call 6498.
A missing billfold containing $10 in cash two payroll checks and a social security card asks the finder to contact Great West Mills or mail to Box 53 Amarillo. A reward is offered.MARJORIE L. CANTWELL
Two boys aged 16 seek ranch jobs in New Mexico. They claim experience and request consideration. Interested parties may contact at 1311 B North Polk.
Owner reports a missing black leather billfold containing a smelter mass card receipts and change. Photos inside are irreplaceable and the finder is asked to return them promptly.
The commission scheduled routine business today noon for consideration tonight at 7:30. Annual reports of public utilities Southwestern Public Service Company and Amarillo Gas Company have been filed for the commission's information.
The ad offers experience in either field and promises references. It lists two contact numbers 26157 and 8841 with the name Mrs. Rea. The notice implies willingness to provide verification upon request.
A brief notice lists Miss IVA Miller with a contact number 9679 inviting inquiries or responses.
Irene Davis reports a lost black billfold in the Kress store Saturday evening containing seven or eight dollars and several pictures. She asks to be called after six o'clock at the listed number 6230.
I am a Sailor on leave and I lost my black billfold containing money and a metal dog tag. I will pay a reward for its return. CECIL R. WARD.
Lucy Gregory asks the finder to contact her at 2-3773 for the glove’s return. The item was lost on Sixth Avenue near 1403 West Eleventh.
Jimmie Allred reports losing a billfold in San Jacinto possibly near the Lyric Theater containing money, photographs, and gas ration books. The finder may keep the cash but is asked to return the billfold and contents. Call 6447.
Property owner Anna Paschall offers free kindling and a tree for digging in exchange. She also invites someone to care for children in her home, whether days or full time, at 906 North Arthur.
A makeup kit containing cosmetics, photos and a gas ration book, bearing the name Mrs. C. C. Friffin, was turned in. An identification bracelet with the name Walter Smith was also found. Owners may claim both items at Mangel's.
The writer expresses interest in securing a position as a practical nurse or in child care. They request guidance or opportunities for employment in these roles.
Person seeks hourly housework from 9 AM to 5 PM with preference for daytime sessions. Job location is 708 North Buchanan, rear. Privacy and scheduling details to be arranged on site.
Mrs. Doyle Malson reports losing a billfold on a post office table February 23. Finder may keep the money if the papers inside are returned. Deliver to 2507 Garfield, the garage apartment, or mail to Route 2 Box 131.
Marjorie Lauterman reports lost baby pictures and negatives from an envelope bearing her name and address. Items were misplaced at the Army Air Field recreational building or the downtown USO. The finder may call 9103 or return them to Western Union at 305 Polk or 702 Carolina.
Mrs Gay of 1716 East Fifth seeks employed mothers who need childcare and pledges excellent care. She adds a separate notice about her missing dog Spike a white and black fox terrier with license tag 1006 and provides contact 2-4187. Harold Williams of 608-C Van Buren reports his fox terrier missing since Sunday and asks for sightings.
A caregiver offering references for caring for children two to six years old reports losing a yellow gold open faced pocket watch near the Paramount Theater and offers a reward for its return. Joe Frank Roberson lists contact 4556. Also notes a lost purse near 417 North Taylor or North Fillmore and a found man’s watch outside C and E Drugs on Line Avenue available with proper identification.
Garment makers and wool growers argued the War Production Board directive to expand supply of lower and medium priced clothing is arbitrary and capricious. They told the Smith committee the order is completely unworkable.
Rep. Jack Little of Amarillo arrived in Odessa from Austin to be at the bedside of his brother G. O. Little, a service station attendant, who is seriously ill with a kidney ailment.
H. B. Matthews from the Texas Highway Patrol driver license division visited the Potter County courthouse office today to observe operations and discuss licensing procedures.
In mid January a piece of orange metal was found on East Third Avenue. It measures 21 inches long with one end 13 inches and the other 19 inches and has two round holes about 3.5 inches wide. If this matches a lost item contact 704-B Cleveland. G. R. King.
A brief personal notice seeking a housekeeper. The writer expresses urgency and anxiety about finding a suitable candidate. No names, locations, or dates are provided.
Merrill Lynch figures show industrials at 161.79 up 1.11 and rails 20 at 9269 up 49 with utilities 2847 down 0.65. Stocks 60.57 up 0.39 as sales reach 1.180 million at 1 PM.
In Kansas City on March 6 cattle receipts reach 4 800 with steers at 11 to 16 40 and heifers 12 75 to 15 75 while hogs at 1 200 are steady at 14 50 brand. Chicago hogs rise to 14 75 with 10 000 head trading as steady. cattle at 9 500 with vealers 16 and 14 50 to 16 50 for steers and yearlings. Sheep run 8 000 with lambs steady around 16 45 to 16 85 and ewes 9 75 down.
Jersey City report says Frank Sinatra’s draft status changed from 2 A to 4 F due to a punctured eardrum. Board chairman Tra W Caldwell announced the shift, noting the crooner is no longer deemed essential for national health or safety.
The Amarillo chapter of the National Aeronautics Association will hold its monthly meeting at the Chamber of Commerce offices at 8 tonight. Neill Singleton, chapter president, says Carl Knupp, manager of English Field, will be the main speaker.
Scientists announce Tromone blends vitamins and hormones to restore vitality in middle aged men. The remedy claims to revive energy and zest, delaying the effects of aging, with directions on the label and availability at Cretney’s in Amarillo and other towns.
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