Notice to the public on ice age theory and road work
The notice references a board of censors and lists several names while describing a theory about ice accumulation at the South Pole causing earth tipping and rising oceans. It also notes Atlantic Coast land rising, mentions a new hard surface road from Channing toward New Mexico, with bridges and graded lanes to reduce travel distance about 40 miles for truckers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Pole
Channing
New Mexico
Darhart
Weather Outlook May Bring Rain With Strong Winds
Period remains possible for rainfall as winds weaken or strengthen on successive days. The forecast notes delays in wind speed may raise chances of precipitation, while noting an absence of a traditional winter storm. An MD cites mental suggestion curing warts in some cases, and a spiritualist recalls a vague posthumous message about cigarettes.
Taft chain letters flood Ohio headquarters funds
Talk of the country notes hundreds of thousands of dollars poured into Taft's Ohio headquarters. The amount is said to embarrass him as most money goes to the party. An Amarillo man has received 14 Taft letters and kept them. Each recipient is asked to send a dollar to Ohio.
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Taft
Ohio
Amarillo
Topeka Man Reports Industrial Vote Split on Truman Eisenhower
A Topeka Kansas Republican man says workers at a local industrial plant were polled about their presidential preference. One hundred favored Truman while thirty four chose Eisenhower. He notes about 80 percent would have backed Eisenhower if he had run on the Republican ticket two years earlier.
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Topeka
Kansas
Truman
Eisenhower
Wise North doubts Ike as strong candidate
The passage notes northern youths view Eisenhower’s boom as slumping, doubting his strength except perhaps in a war emergency, signaling a shift in opinion about his suitability for a strong leadership role.
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Eisenhower
Names of Buttermilk Pasture and political talk in Hartley County
In Hartley County I ask how Buttermilk Lake got its name and learn about Buttermilk Pasture. Lawrence Hagg, a geologist and possible regional supporter, discusses local geology and Panhandle ocean deposits while downplaying political ambitions and emphasizing staying in the Panhandle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartley County
Hagg
Panhandle
Earth
Houghton Ranch Fish Fry Feeds Local Crowd and Lake Work
A two day fish fry at Houghton ranch drew nearly fifty attendees as Hagy and Sheriff Gene Collins cooked catfish and bass entrees. Rita Blanca Lake draining yielded hundreds of thousands of perch caught by Shine Carter and crew for future harvest. Captain Duke Moseley and Rusty Miller led operations with up to twenty workers guiding lake work and fish distribution while numerous locals assisted.
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Houghton Ranch
Gene Collins
Carter
Rita Blanca
Duke Moseley
Fish and Game Department
Rusty Miller
Shorty Felt
Jim Miller
Moseley
Bennie Trujillo
R. 8
Blakenship
Joe Scott
Joe Jack Bryant
Amarillo
Gordia
Wilbur Bryant
Harold Hudgins
Orville Wackel
Cap Wackel
Jimmy Shelton
Hagg
Jim Shelton
Water action at the lake stirs crowds and crews
Walter Caldwell and Teddy Caldwell were there unused to splash water if unrestrained. Dick Armstrong of Higgins and George Houghton led dockings and work. Melvin Brown and Wesley Brown of Dalhart helped position the brawn. Bill Gunn, Jim Bell, Hank McDonald, Paul McDonald, Alvin McCroskey, Ted Houghton, Mr and Mrs Malcom Shelton, Mrs Houghton and Ted Dreinhofer stood among the workers and observers. Ted Dreinhofer pitched hard, aiding movement in mud with heavyweights.
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Walter
Teddy Caldwell
Dick Armstrong
Higgins
George Houghton
Melvin Brown
Wesley Brown
Dalhart
Bill Gunn
Jim Bell
Hank McDonald
Romero
Paul McDonald
Alvin McCroskey
Chattanooga
Tenn
Captain Moseley
Ted Houghton
Malcom Shelton
Houghton
Ted Dreinhofer
Amarillo
Hagg Prepares Fish Pot Amid Open Fire Scene
In a vivid scene, Hagg maintains decorum washing hands and discarding tobacco before cleaning fish for the pot. The open grease and red coals underfoot set a rustic, communal mood, framing a modest, earthy gathering.
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Hagg
Reagan, Texan who led Confederacy postmaster general
John H. Reagan appointed postmaster general of the Confederacy in 1861 became the sole Texan on the Confederate cabinet. A Tennessee native who moved to Texas in 1839, he served in Congress, was elected Senator in 1887, and in 1891 became first chairman of Texas Railroad Commission. Reagan died in 1905 at 87. Reagan County is named for him.
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Confederacy
John H. Reagan
Reagan
Texas
Congress
Senate
Railroad Commission of Texas
Hogg
Reagan County
Surprising Shift in Wheat Production Labor Costs
A century ago a bushel of wheat required sixty hours of work to harvest. Modern farming achieves the same yield with about four hours of labor, highlighting dramatic productivity gains and efficiency in agriculture over time.
LaFAVERS declares himself in congressional race
William G LaFavers argues in favor of Blake Timmons as a labor candidate and calls for repeal of the Taft Hartley Act. He urges voters to support Timmons if he will truly represent the majority and warns against labeling labor influence. The letter emphasizes labor unity and voter independence.
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Globe
Blake Timmons
Labor
Organization of Labor
Congress
Amarillo High to Host State Student Council Convention
Amarillo High School will sponsor a state wide convention from March 16 to 18 drawing about 700 students from over 100 Texas high schools. Fort Stockton, West Texas State College figures and Amarillo faculty will organize assemblies, dances, and banquets with host volunteers and nearby lodging.
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Amarillo High School
Texas Association of Student Councils
Amarillo High School Student Council
Delea
Fort Stockton
Walter Juniper
West Texas State College
Leon Hill
Amarillo
Joanne Kelly
Carole Wilson
Shirley Monzingo
Nita Kelley
AHS
Sandie
Clyde Rowe
ROTC
Bel Canto Chorale
Alvis Autrey
Ralph Ireland
Tennie Thompson
AHS Square
Curtis Bell
Amarillo Barn
We Three
T-Texas Tumbleweeds
Don Hayworth
Ann Reeder
Herring Hotel
Will Russia Invade America Sermon Topic Tonight
Rev Daisy E Guthrie leads the 45th Ministerial and Fellowship meeting at Calvary Gospel Tabernacle 500 McMasters Amarillo with the topic Will Russia Invade America Special music by recording and radio artists Ministers laymen and musicians from the Tri State area attend The meeting begins 530 o clock and is open to the public
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Russia
America
Daisy E. Guthrie
Calvary Gospel Tabernacle
McMasters
Reward offered for lost jacket and dog in West Acres theft mystery
A reader at 110 East Tenth offers a liberal reward for locating a lost jacket and a caped dog last seen with four boys and their dogs heading west on a county road in West Acres. Call 3-3641 2-9708 or Roy Cooper at Streit Murphy Amarillo office with information. Gerald Young lists past work experience and requests contact at 24581.
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East Tenth
County Road
West Acres
Roy Cooper
Streit & Murphy
Fisk Building
Amarill
Gerald Young
Will Clean Offices Dear Tack Cleaning Request
Willie Mae Meeks offers cleaning services for offices and requests contact at phone number 2-7085. The brief indicates a solicitation for office cleaning work and provides a contact method.
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Tack
House number marker left on lawn after Halloween
A reader reports a house number 2217 marker found on their lawn on Halloween night. The marker was left at 2400 Ong, and the finder asks the owner to claim it. A second item notes a brown leather jacket taken from Amarillo Bowling Alley Tuesday night February 14 and asks for its return to the alley or to the owner.
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Hallowe'en
Amarillo
Caliche Dirt Offered Free for Hauling in Cali Area
About 18 yards of caliche dirt available free to anyone who will haul it away. Call after 6 PM at 2-2631. Contact E. W. Parkhill at 1407 North Pierce.
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Cali
E. W. Parkhill
North Pierce
Curtain Washing and Curtain Panel Stretching
Curtain washing service available in Amarillo. I will pick up and deliver your curtains and stretch curtain panels for a careful finish. Contact phone 2-4127 for schedule and pricing.
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Amarillo
Strayed Pointer Dog Sought After Belonging to Handi
A white female pointer with small black spots on body and brown ears, left ear single white tip, seven months old, wearing a brown collar. The dog is described as a pet belonging to a handicapped owner and is missing from the area.
Lost four month old Irish setter Rusty dog with rust color
Family reports a lost male Irish setter named Rusty, four months old, rusty color. It is a children's pet and a reward is offered. Contact phone number 3-1309.
Lost glasses offered $5 reward in Texas towns
Three months after disappearance a pair of glasses was lost in Amarillo or Dumas or on a bus to Dumas. A five dollar reward is offered to the finder.
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Amarillo
Dumas
Colored girl seeks child care work in mornings evenings or all day
Dear Tack. I am a colored girl and in need of work load. Would like a job of caring for children. Mornings or evenings or all day. Phone 3-1402.
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Tack
Married man seeks work with ranch and construction experience
I am a married man with three children. I must have some work, will try anything. Am experienced in ranch work, and have had some training in construction work. Phone 3-3043. JOE B. WHITEHEAD Army Tech Village.
Young Man Seeks Work Opportunities After Service
A 21 year old man seeks employment, asking for guidance on finding work. He outlines readiness to learn, potential fields of interest, and willingness to start with entry level roles or internships to gain experience.
Sewing at home needs you to start today
Woman seeks sewing help at home and provides contact number 3-5646 to arrange services.
Will Keep Children at Night Ad
An advert offering night child care from a person with prior children experience. Includes contact number 2 5223 for appointments and a street address 3502 Van Buren. References are promised as best available.
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van Buren
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