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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1939
Page
10
Nazi troops occupy Bohemia and Moravia and move toward Prague as Slovakia becomes a German protectorate. Hungary advances into Carpatho Ukraine while Britain halts trade talks and Mussolini weighs Germany's reach.
Editor notes Hitler’s rapid consolidation of power and the creation of a German-led map in Central Europe. The piece argues Hungary and Ukraine loom next, and that Britain France and others react with relative calm as Czechoslovakia is erased from the map and Berlin’s influence expands.
Washington March 15 The Roosevelt administration studies consolidation of five levies while aiming to keep federal revenue. Senate sentiment grows for quick action to aid business as stock exchanges urge tighter rules and clearer filings. Bankhead and Barkley warn revision may not cut the overall load. Dallas reports Charles Wilcox 53 burned to death in a one room home fire.
Dr J J Crume who has been seriously ill for several days is reported better today. He had a good night and is resting well. Build Now See John Maynard Ltor Co for estimates 800 W 5th Ph 5353.
A massive fire in the Everglades west of Fort Lauderdale scorched nearly 15 000 acres of sawgrass muck. Smoke obscured sun and delayed Miami to North air traffic as firefighters, aided by 200 men with plows tractors and drags, struggled to halt the spread. Meteorologist Ernest Carson notes such fires may generate their own rain due to intense heat. A 15 month rainfall shortfall worsens water scarcity and fire control conditions.
Mr. Collman notes the cold windy spell is finished with fair, warmer weather forecast for tonight and tomorrow. Last night’s low was 26 degrees and a low of 30 is expected tonight. Today’s high around 60 with light north winds in the forenoon and southwest winds in the afternoon. Dust drifting from yesterday’s blow but no dust storm and no moisture seen for tonight or tomorrow.
Gov Sheppard will meet Amarillo officials including County Tax Officer Miss Jewell Davidson and others during a visit tomorrow. Panhandle Sbr Co advertises low loan rates for repairs and new construction with phone contact 4306.
In Austin on March 15 the House sought to substitute a net income tax of one to four percent for the 12 percent sales levy, aiming to raise funds for old age pensions. The session featured swift rules suspensions, votes on related bills, and a near party line division before the measure heads to the Senate. The House also condemned a federal corporation control bill and warned Texas could lose franchise taxes if it passes. Insurance references appear in closing notes.
A Fashion Fair feature showcases hats as the season shifts to spring. Experts describe two main looks: youthful playful bonnets with roses and veils, and sleek sailor hats with ribbons. Classic felts remain for conservative tastes, while gauze veils suit afternoon wear. The event also previews men's styles. tickets are free from Blackburn Bros, Dodge Clothes, See STYLE Page 9.
New York reports Charlie McCarthy, famed ventriloquist dummy, has vanished. Edgar Bergen and police trace leads to the Waldorf and Belmont Plaza Hotel with suspects including a bellhop and two unidentified men. no ransom demands reported.
Potter County advertises today for bids on the main new unit at Northwest Texas Hospital. The $300,000 county WPA job will be let. April 3. County Judge J N Riggs and Architect Guy Carlander returned from Fort Worth after conferring with WPA officials on building plans.
Fair and warmer tonight and Thursday across Amarillo and west Texas. Extreme southeast winds cooler, Panhandle warmer tonight and Thursday. New Mexico fair with warmer southwest portion. Temperature extremes max 44 min 26. Pay rent to yourself. Build or remodel through FHA. Wood-Webb Sr. Co. 1023 W. 5th Bt.
Texas Attorney General Gerald C. Mann ruled that Clifford B. Jones’ election as president of Texas Technological College at Lubbock was illegal because he was a college director at the time. The minutes show Jones resigned during a recess, but no successor was appointed, leaving his presidency invalid.
Midnight tonight is the deadline for filing income tax returns. The offices of the collectors of internal revenue at the post office building will remain open this evening as late as necessary to allow taxpayers to file.
History repeats as winter prices entice buyers during a week long city sale. Early spring demand looms with rising prices, urging shoppers to act now and inspect hundreds of bargains listed in the Globe News Want Ad pages before prices climb.
Washington March 15 The House faces a sharp split as President Roosevelt seeks 150 million more for WPA relief. A subcommittee orders detailed explanation from WPA administrator Harrington while critics object to shifting control from Rep Woodrum to Rep Taylor. Republicans largely silent.
In Houston on March 15 two truck drivers Omar Gaston aged 28 and John Palmer aged 20 were hurt by flying glass during a disturbance at the 7 Up plant where a truck drivers strike is underway. An official said 18 automobile loads of men harassed the drivers and all company trucks would be recalled from city routes.
At a statewide oil proration hearing in Austin on March 15, Charles F. Roeser of Fort Worth urged that crude output not be increased for the next 90 days. He represented the Independent Petroleum Association of America and called for continued weekly Texas field shutdowns and for refining to be regulated amid excess oil production nationwide. Representatives from eight other producing states attended the session.
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