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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1934
Page
2
A conversation in Amarillo covers a police officer planning a Chicago assignment, local gun vests ahead of Easter, and a reflection on crime in West Texas. The piece includes praise for Edgar Witt, visits from H M Pile of Clovis, and a self portrait of a longtime reporter contemplating 50 years in journalism and the role of the Amarillo Bar.
The writer defends lawyers against bias, praising fairness, practical responses, and reasonable fees. He recalls a pledge to avoid personal slights, mentions a humorous misstep toward Judge Morgan, and credits attorney insight with resolving conflicts quickly. He notes doctors and architects but emphasizes lawyers’ mental demands and broad country stewardship.
National Guardsmen and Topeka police hunted the bank bandits who robbed the Exchange National Bank of Atchison and wounded the police chief. In Ohio, Dillinger ally Pierpont faced jail guards as Dillinger remained at large after escaping Crown Point.
Nora Caldonia Cheyne 58 wife of C E Cheyne of Canyon died at a local hospital at 11 this morning. Survived by husband four sons J F W D D R and C O Cheyne all of Canyon and seven daughters Mrs M W Gordy Borger Mrs J L Fields Stephenville Mrs Henry Cone Canyon Mrs L E Riker Abernathy Mrs Plaudie Gallman Muleshoe Mrs Cone Cornelius Amarillo and Miss Bobbie Jo Cheyne Canyon. Also six sisters and 12 grandchildren. A Baptist Church member who had lived in Canyon seven years. Body in care of N B Griggs & Sons Amarillo. arrangements pending.
Services for John Edward Hall 43 were held at the Adrian Methodist Church at 2:30 this afternoon Burial was in Vega Cemetery N S Griggs & Sons Amarillo were in charge Oldham County stock man Mr Hall died at his home seven miles west of Vega early Sunday Survivors include his widow Matilda Hall two sons and two daughters Henry and John Edward Hall Jr and Misses Blanche and Irene Hall all of Vega Bud Browning Oklahoma guard closed the 1934 basketball season with a scoring record of 96 points in 10 Big Six games the highest figure ever by guards during the Big Six era.
A compact ledger in the News-Globe shows Ivy Duncan with 25.00 in payments, Hugh Gatlin 5.00, Evert Duncan 1.00, and additional items 2.00 and 1.00 noted. The snippets indicate routine entry notes and names tied to small sums.
A 37 year old widow writes that she is seeking any housework job to support her 12 year old son. She states willingness to go anywhere and prefers work in a family without a mother.
Cummings denounced a Justice Department probe as crude politics while defending equal treatment of Mellon and others. Walker in England said officials are doing their duty and vindicating his character. Melton calls the handling unfair and arbitrary and demands due notice as required by law. He notes no tax evasion charges had been filed against him by the treasury.
The Oletha Jane Cornelius led Amarillo High School girls debate teams, after contesting 40 teams in Abilene, won first place defeating Brackenridge High School of San Antonio in the finals. Fort Worth event at North Side High School saw 70 schools and five rounds in one day.
Last rites were held for Stanley G. Burdine 46 at Griggs Chapel at 2 p m with Rev J T McClure officiating. Pallbearers included LeRoy Betty C F E McPherson and others. Burial was in Memorial Park Cemetery. He was killed at his home 1813 Pierce Street Friday night. Survivors include his widow Florence H Burdine a daughter Mrs Fred A Teed and a son Eli R Burdine.
Final tribute to Levi Louis Gardener 77 to be paid at 3 this afternoon from Boxwell Brothers chapel. Dr Roy Snodgrass pastor of First Christian Church to lead services. Burial in Llano Cemetery. Gardener died Saturday evening at his son L L Gardener Jr his residence 611 North Harrison Street.
All reserve officers in Amarillo are asked to attend the regular meeting at 8 o clock tonight in the federal grand jury room. Major George A. Corbin, liaison officer, announced this morning and serves as contact man for the Panhandle district.
Kansas City market reports show cattle and sheep prices with steady to higher tone on lambs and fat cattle while Oklahoma spring lambs and fed lambs reach top figures. New Orleans cotton opened firmer but drifted as traders awaited Washington Bankhead bill news. May at 12.21 briefly, then rose to 12.46 later. New York stock letter notes cautious trading, utilities firming, rails and big names up, margins debated amid possible federal supervision.
A fragment lists numerous industries and companies with percentage figures, including Continental, Kodak, General Electric, American firms, railroads, automakers, oil, and steel names. The text resembles a historical ticker or stock board with company names and share or percentage values.
An early 20th century health feature explains back and head pains and how osteopathy identifies causes. It emphasizes posture, nerve strain, slips, and holistic changes. The piece promotes seeing an osteopathic physician for diagnosis, relief, and restoration to health.
The Sterling Security Life Assurance, located at 8444 Wilshire Blvd Beverly Hills, advertises a no medical exam Life Protection Certificate for ages 10 to 76. It promises up to 1000 dollars for accidental death with 10 days free inspection and no agent contact, urging readers to send one dollar if they wish to activate coverage for at least 60 days.
The Osteopathic Health Bureau offers a free booklet describing the Osteopathic Health Service. No cost or obligation required. Please send for more information through The Globe News Publishing Co. Amarillo, Texas.
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