Wanderings of Rusty Traced Across Amarillo in 1947
The roving cocker spaniel Rusty sparked a mystery as Mrs. R. E. Hilton plans a visit to the Jerry Del Prete home at 4217 Hughes to trace the dog’s travels. The dog, once with Cotton Wilson, roamed from 1933 Van Buren and Pleasant Valley, staying briefly with the Hiltons before disappearing again.
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Rusty
R. E. Hilton
Hughes
Hilton
van Buren
Amarillo
Middie
Mrs. DelPrete
Last Showing of Portraits Tonight at Club House
The final free public viewing of In Our Image portraits runs from six to nine tonight at the Women’s Federated Club House, 2001 Wolflin Circle. Over 800 people have viewed the Guy Rowe paintings since the exhibit opened Sunday, used to illustrate Aston Harte’s biblical narratives for Oxford University Press in New York.
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Federated Club House
Wolflin Circle
Guy Rowe
Aston Harte
Oxford University Press
New York
Missing Rusty the Cocker Spaniel Returns Uncertain
The tale follows Rusty a white and brown cocker spaniel lost about two months ago. Des Petes and Hilton families suspect the dog in the Williams yard matches Rusty, as details such as a black studded collar and freckles near the nose align. The DelPretes and Hiltons discuss verification by visiting the DelPrete home tonight.
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Hiltons
Rusty
Winston Bivins
Cline
Des Pretes
Jerry Wiliams
Buchanan
Des Petes
Williamses
Williams
DelPretes
Cotton Wilson
Burglars Target Howell Legion Club During Feasting Dog Watch
In Howell Michigan burglars broke into the American Legion club taking items as a guard dog feasted on two pig hocks left behind. The incident describes a break in where the watchdog allegedly fed while thieves ransacked the building.
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Howell, Mich
American Legion Club
Set Arguments In Damage Suit
Closing arguments in the damage suit of Mr. and Mrs. Woodie Matheson of 1713 East Twenty fourth against Yellow Cab and Baggage Company are set for tomorrow in 108th District Court. The couple seeks 46000 dollars for the death of their son Lawrence Ray Matheson, 23, who died after a Yellow Cab driven by Joe B. McKee overturned on a highway near Elk City Oklahoma on March 3 1949. The petition says he was a passenger and died from injuries. The court recessed today to allow Judge W E Gee to prepare the jury charge.
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Woodie Matheson
East Twentyfourth
Yellow Cab and Baggage Company
108Th District Court
Joe B. McKee
Matheson
W. E. Gee
William Collins Rites at Blackburn-Shaw Chapel
Final rites for William M Collins 74 of 308 North McMasters were held at 10:30 AM in Blackburn-Shaw Memorial Chapel. The Rev H B Gibson of West Amarillo Church of Christ officiated. Burial followed in Lockney Cemetery. He died yesterday afternoon at Northwest Texas Hospital after a long illness. He lived in Amarillo 20 years and was a retired groceryman. Survivors include wife three sons Marsh Jeff and Joe Collins, all of Amarillo, three daughters Anna Mae Gilbert Glenna Cox and Ina Darnell, Lockney, and seven grandchildren and a great grandchild.
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William M. Collins
North Mc
Blackburn-Shaw Memorial Chapel
H. B. Gibson
West Amarillo Church
Joe Si Collins
Amarillo
Anna Mae Gilbert
Glenna Cox
Ina Darnell
Lockney
Thompson Rites Thursday For George D Thompson
Funeral services for George D. Thompson age 59 of 1212 Seminole will be held Thursday at 2 pm in Blackburn Shaw Memorial Chapel with Rev Tom Carmichael of Grand Avenue Baptist Church officiating. Burial in Llano Cemetery. Pallbearers include Tom Dixon Raymond Wilson E Teague A Clapton James Whitely N F Martin. Thompson a retired cement finisher died Sunday while visiting.
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George D. Thompson
Blackburn- Shaw Memorial Chapel
Tom Carmichael
Grand Avenue Baptist Church
Llano Cemetery
Tom Dixon
Raymond Wilson
E. Teague
A. B. Clapton
James Whitely
N. F. Martin
Mr. Thompson
Hill Trial Set For April Term In Potter County Court
John E. Hill, 1900 Harrison, faces negligent homicide charges in a highway crash on Pullman Switch Road near Highway 66. By agreement of attorneys, his trial is postponed to the April term. R. O. Barrett of Jefferson, Iowa, died from injuries in the Jan. 17 two car collision.
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John E. Hill
Harrison
Potter County
Hill
R. O. Barrett
Jefferson
Towa
Pullman Switch
Highway 66
Register Sunday For Kite Contest
The Globe News announces a kite flying contest with cash prizes. All entries must be registered at the field Thirty-Fourth and Bowie by 1 o clock next Sunday afternoon.
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Globe News
Bowie
Daughter Mrs Sparks Survives With Amarillo Relative
A notice lists Mrs W C Sparks of Los Alamos NM as a daughter. Survivors include another daughter Mrs T E Roberts of Amarillo and additional relatives.
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W. C. Sparks
Los Alamos
Sparks
T. E. Roberts
Amarillo
Venue Motions Granted Here Since 1929
Judge Henry Bishop announced that the May 8 trial of Tex Thornton suspect Edward Johnson may be moved from Potter County. He noted four prior venue changes in the 47th District Court since 1929 and said he would consider moving the Johnson case to Weatherford or Farwell if needed to ensure a fair trial. State lawyers contend local bias could affect impartial proceedings.
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Henry
Bishop
Eward Johnson
47Th District Court
R. H. Hamilton
Weatherford
Parker County
Jud Bishop
Dallas
Hamilton
Miron Thompson
Lem Savage
Amarillo
Randall County
Childress County
Canyon
Thompson
Alcatraz
E. C. Nelson
George Hamlin
Farwell
Hamlin
Johnson
Potter County
Tex Thornton
E. T
Dusty” Miller
Miracle Hadacol and Cement Plant News Mix in Ad Style
An ad style passage touts Hadacol as essential for expectant mothers, claiming it supplies B vitamins iron calcium and phosphorus to prevent morning sickness and boost energy for mother and baby. It pairs with a side note about a Delhi cement sand plant producing 16 six ton houses daily. Trial size $1.25, family size $3.50.
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Delhi
India
Tiny Models Display Diaper Fashions
Chicago reporters describe a novelty fashion show at the Stevens Hotel where six two year old models paraded varied diapers. The event, part of the Diaper Service Institute of America convention, drew about 125 attendees. Models wore the hourglass, pinfree, snap on, knitted, and kite styles, with brief commentary on fit and design.
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Chicago
Stevens Hotel
Carl McMahon
Railroad Across Northern Guatemala Aims by New Company
A new company is being formed to build a railroad across northern Guatemala. The venture seeks to connect key regions and stimulate trade, signaling a major infrastructural effort in the area.
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Guatemala
Murder Trial Set April 17 for Morris Dunbar Amarillo
The trial of Morris Dunbar known as Amarillo Negro is scheduled in 47th District Court for April 17 on murder with malice charges. Dunbar has pleaded not guilty.
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Morris Dunbar
Amarillo Negro
47Th District Court
Dunbar
Anger Mounted as 150 Man Jury Slated for Slaying Case
To charges in connection with the Jan. 22 shotgun slaying of Mattie Gray, a Negro woman. A special venire of 150 men has been ordered.
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Mattie Gray
False Teeth Solution Promises Firmer Wear With FASTEETH
Advertises FASTEETH a non acid alka line powder to sprinkle on dentures for firmer feel and reduced plate odor. Claims denture plates won’t sour and that wearers can avoid embarrassment from slipping teeth. Available at drug stores.
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Fillmore
AAAS
Buick
William Collins
G. D. Thompson
Globe-News
Mopey Dick
the Duke
O.K
Buchanan Street Baptist Church
A. Edwin Wilson
Earl W. Rogers
Raines
West Texas Boot & Shoe Shop
Ent
TEXAS
Ren
Leo McFarland
Route 1
Forney
Lewis
Annes
Brilliant
C.co.d
Oldsmobile
Tyler St
General Motors
Amarillo Motor Company, Inc
Amarillo, Texas
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