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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1950
Page
2
A reader urges investigation into auxiliary lighting equipment for the fire department after a Zale's blaze and offers to fund repairs or purchases. The letter also notes a growing memorial effort for Dr Fincher and asks for updates on donations starting with The Globe-News.
The report quotes Mr Wallflower who phoned about Tack's advice and wolves should act. He claims to be following the guidance and feels encouraged. He says some girls seem to respect him more when he thinks others act as he does and that some girls feel slighted unless harassed.
A lively square dancing scene features Prome Naders described as plains aristocrats. Observers note heavier dancers like H. T. Miller of Lin with surprising agility, while plump women also shine. Caller J. F. Sparkman provides spirited patter and fashion notes include striking pantaloons from Am arillo and Borger participants.
The Promenaders display expert dancing with Mrs Roy Cowie drawing special notice. Her short steps and the flowing balloon like dress give her promenades a floating, graceful quality that stands out to onlookers.
A reader asks how many dances a square dancer completes in one evening. They note many participants are in their mid thirties and wonder if anyone has kept a record of total dances per session.
Mr and Mrs A D Weatherly say square dancing is strenuous and splendid exercise. They started a year ago and now are proficient. He adds it is better than golf for him.
The Promenaders meet every two weeks and attendees included Mr and Mrs Stewart Tisdal of Shamrock along with others at the evening gathering.
Among the highly skilled dancers are Mr and Mrs Vilas Newby. The note recalls Vilas as a child star and praises Mrs Newby as one of the plains most beautiful dancers.
A growing roster of callers in the Promenade group includes Curtis Bell J Bruce Mrs Joe Lokey H T Miller Vilas Newby L Hockenberry Roy Ses J F Sparkman J W Stev Watson Mr and Mrs Bill Grady Wilson Lloyd Hamil Charles Pigg Stewart Tisaul Mrs Rogers Russell Posey.
A fragment notes dances by Promenaders, claiming strict rules against drinking and broad appeal for couples under fifty. It suggests square dancing spreads countrywide with strong enjoyment and social momentum.
A lively report praising the Promenaders square dance club with vivid notes on energy, calls, and camaraderie. It highlights Ali age warmth, Max Watson shirt, Spot Agee’s music, and warns medical checks for ambitious dancers. It lists numerous member couples from Hereford and Borger, Texas, inviting attendance.
A note warns readers to avoid asking favors currently as most people have just filed income taxes yesterday, March 15, and may be unsettled or busy with tax matters.
A brief remark suggests events or concerns will fade from memory soon, implying its impact or relevance is short lived and transient. The tone hints at skepticism about lasting significance or concern surrounding the matter at hand.
A Catholic speaker notes that Americans pay heavy taxes because of public generosity while contrasting France where a small portion of the wealthy pays income tax. He claims the United States taxes a very broad base with rampant enforcement and that some people are worried by this.
A letter from Social Security Field Office Manager R Sanderson of Amarillo Texas explains how eligibility for retirement benefits is calculated. It notes that a spouse could receive about 65 to 69 dollars monthly at age 65 depending on earnings, and urges readers to request an official pamphlet to estimate their own protections.
On this day in 1896 the Supreme Court ruled that Greer County lay within Indian Territory, now part of Oklahoma, by settling the boundary along the Red River south fork. Explorations and 1890 suit by the U S attorney general led to the decision after extensive evidence.
Cairo police raiding squads began a cleanup of the underground Communist movement with arrests across Cairo. In one late night raid at Heliopolis 18 men and five women of Egyptian Greek and Armenian heritage were rounded up for confiscating pamphlets calling for revolt.
About 60 alumni and their wives met in the Crystal Ball room of the Herring Hotel to elect Tom Kruser of 3911 West Sixth as the Amarillo Chapter president succeeding Judge Jim Lumpkin of the Court of Civil Appeals. The gathering honored Gen. Hugh M. Milton and other institute leaders.
Patti Lewis on 1227 Lamar requests help locating the owner of a light brown fuzzy pup found Friday night March 14. The dog has a long tail and pointed ears and may be awaiting return via phone number 24533.
An elder woman invites a Christian woman to live with her at 712 North Harrison. The helper would pay a small rent and have no work to do, preferably someone who is employed or drawing an old age pension. Contact MRS. J. C. MASSEY or call 20971.
Mrs. Dan Schorlermer offers a small reward for the return of her five year old daughter's gold ring lost Thursday in front of the Lucerne Apartments at 1109-1119 Polk. Call 3-7923.
A male collie pup with a mostly white front leg and a tiny white nose spot strayed from home near 1994 Lincoln. Owners at 3-3601 request help to return the dog, believed from Boys' Ranch. A reader notes a Boy Scout knife found by Fisk Building, 2210 Hughes, call 3-4838.
Mrs Eva Jackson seeks ironing work at 912 North Arthur with phone contact 2 9279. Local listing notes home ironing tasks and service inquiries.
Seller offers about three S H Green stamp books in exchange for Gunn Bros. Thrift stamps. Will trade all three together or one by one. Contact by phone at 38 8998.
A home ironing offer invites customers to call for service and experience. Contact is provided with a phone number 2-8248 for scheduling ironing tasks at home.
The writer requests the return of a lost billfold found by an honest person who turned it in at 321 North East Third. The owner, now living at 110 East Ninth, offers a reward and provides a contact phone number 20491, noting Christmas present contents and willingness to pay rewards.
Lost sentimental item a blue Conklin fountain pen. Reward offered. Contact phone 2-5880 after 5 o'clock.
Four keys attached to a key chain found in the 200 block on Polk. Owner may contact Tack. J. FE. GIBSON at the office to reclaim.
Dear Mr Tack offers to work as a chauffeur for an elderly couple with light housekeeping and ironing for clean quarters. Respondents are asked to contact 718 S Buchanan Apt 1.
A terse notice asks readers if anyone has found a missing package marked lost. The message implies a search for the item and appeals to the community for information or return. No specific names or locations are given in readable text.
A joint local state and federal drive against big time gambling begins to take shape in Washington. Mayor Thomas D Alesandro of Baltimore chairs a two day Justice Department session to map cooperation among law enforcement. Subcommittees on federal state municipal legislation and cooperation design the plan with reports due by April 15. Federal acts may bar interstate gambling communications and shipment of gaming devices.
An old advertisement touts Thornton and Minor Rectal Ointment and Rectal Suppositories for quick relief from pain itch and irritation caused by piles. It claims doctor proven formula, softening and shrinking swelling, with directions on the label and availability at Cretney Drug and Walgreen's in Amarillo and drug stores nationwide.
Area visitors from Perryton Clayton Canadian Pampa McLean Panhandle Hereford Canyon and Plainview attend a revival series at North East Eighth and Pierce First Assembly of God Church led by Rev. E R Foster. Rev. Mildred Weeks of St. Louis speaks nightly to near capacity crowds with 7:30 pm services except Saturday featuring congregational singing and vocal and instrumental names.
A Roanoke man asked for his marriage certificate and remembered only that his wife was named Mary and they wed in Williamson. Clerk Elmer Ferrell found two men with the same name who married in Williamson, both with brides named Mary, and will forward details to Virginia authorities.
Mrs J J Rosenthal of Chicago arrives to demonstrate the revolutionary portable Sewrite sewing machine weighing 12 pounds with case about the size of a cosmetic case. The electrically powered unit operates without a bobbin and has been marketed for six months. Demonstrations will run during store hours tomorrow and Saturday at 521 Polk.
A resident reports a lost bag containing a 6-year-old daughter’s blue and white striped dress a white brassiere and hair clips bought from Mayfair Shop. Caller offers a Coolerator ice box for sale or trade and asks to be contacted at Aas J-Y014.
Gladys McCook, listed at 1018 8S Pierce, seeks a dinner cook position. She notes local reference and experience and provides the phone number 29622 for contact.
About 50 pounds of cooking fat available to someone to make lye soap on the halves. Call 20394 after 2 PM.
A 21 year old woman offers general office duties, bookkeeping, payroll, and cashier experience. Fluent in three languages and available for employment. Contact Mrs Esther Miller at 3-2254.
A family in Northeast Amarillo seeks a caregiver for two boys ages 7 and 5. Hours are 3:30 to 7 on Tuesday through Friday and 3:30 to 9 on Saturday. Care at home is preferred but either option could work. Call 20331 after 4 PM.
Advertisement seeks typing work from a student of Holmes' School of Shorthand. Provides contact phone 37357 and address 3413 West Third for arranging tasks.
Call 6835 and ask for Mr. Duncan for yard work and other chores around the place. Services include janitor work and night watching. Ring when you need someone to do your work. R. A. Duncan at 808 Florida.
A reader requests day work and offers contact at phone number 3 2165. The notice is concise and seeks daytime labor opportunities from a colored girl.
Mrs Alton Carter offers a real good baby buggy for trade. She will accept two Gunn Bros books, thrift stamps, or a child’s training chair, or $5. Contact at 7993. Address 203 South Lincoln.
Refined middle age lady sought for general housework and companionship. Call 2 3243 or visit 721 South Cleveland for interview and details.
A request seeks a colored caregiver named Essie who lived in Pampa near the start of November 1949 and looked for work in the area. She previously worked for Mrs. Rex Reid in 1940 41. A red zel on hat trimmed in white fur was lost on Florida between North First and North Second about six weeks ago and should be returned.
A snow suit disappeared and the finder can claim a reward. Please call 3 7357 or deliver to 3413 West Third. Public notice in a daily reader.
Lou Weemes seeks a live in private home position with room and board. Willing to work for ten dollars weekly and bring two children. Open to out of town assignments. Mail to General Delivery.
An elderly widow new to the area writes seeking active, sociable companions. She attends church and Sunday school, avoids smoking and drinking, enjoys outings, and desires to meet men and women full of life.
Working mother with a 2 year old seeks a single room in a calm home, preferably in San Jacinto, away from children. Available hours are 7 AM to 3 PM, six days weekly. Please provide details on quiet environment and shared arrangements.
Mrs Bell seeks a trustworthy caregiver to look after her baby during work hours in Amarillo Texas. The ad offers good pay for the right person and provides a reference box 3262 for replies.
Ronny Edwards reports a missing brown billfold with his name and important cards including a driver’s license. He asks the finder to call 23319 or deliver to 746 North Roberts for a reward. A cloth jacket was also lost in the park Sunday afternoon March 5 and the finder should contact 20907. He lists his address 1505 Madison for identification and reward arrangements.
Our male screwtail bulldog disappeared around February 10. He is about two years old with one light blue eye and one brown eye. If found, please call 2 7916. he is our children's pet and they miss him.
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