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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1951
Page
2
March moisture underscored by scarce rain yet forecasts hint at a wet cycle after late February rains. Anecdotes discuss cowmen, cattle prices, and a rancher seeking 100 head within a $100 budget. Mentions include Pearls and the Eyes of Texas as anthem, with comments on USDA staffing and political loyalties.
The line likens mastery to crossing from sidewalk into the street in a concise metaphorical remark. It emphasizes decisive transition and risk awareness in a compact, quotable form. No additional entities or concrete events are specified within the fragment.
Johnny Linn describes a new packing house rising rapidly. He claims the facility will be rat proof, using ground glass insulation in concrete and walls. Any rat attempting to gnaw a hole would suffer fatal injury from glass fragments.
Cedric Adams muses on illegal stills versus legal whiskey output, fashion trends, and midlife psychology. He recalls slang and names like Dick Ebert James Morgan and Dr John Dorrance, noting their wealth and influence in a satirical, period voice about society and business power.
A wartime style tip advises hunters to purchase a good hunting dog in the present period. It notes few dogs are available later, and that owners planning to feed a dog for nearly a year must consider the cost, urging early acquisition to ensure a capable pair come fall.
Roy Harris promotes a high quality female pointer with excellent ground coverage and an exceptional nose. He states the dog is easily handled and well mannered and ready to be delivered for hunting use, noting contact via post office box 2529. He argues March is the buying month for good hunting dogs as hunters reassess after the quail season.
A narrator recalls plans to sell a hunting dog on the highway, then loses the impulse as seasons change. He reflects on shoe nails from boyhood, dances, and walking long distances, contrasting life between Texas and Oklahoma and noting more opportunities in Texas and population patterns.
A reader letter and reminiscence discuss shoe repairs and half soles, noting how luxury has become necessity. Texans and Oklahomans share state pride, with a nod to Tack's column and a favored Okla farm background. The piece blends personal memory with regional sentiment.
A playful exchange contrasts Oklahoma pride with Texas restraint as neighbors spar over boasting. The交换 hints at longstanding regional banter between state fans, balancing humor with regional identity and sports pride.
DETROIT March 16 Chrysler Corp disclosed a five year contract paying Board Chairman K T Keller 300000 annually with 75000 per year for life upon termination. Keller remains director of guided missiles and will provide advisory services while continuing his government defense duties. He resigned as president last November to lead the board.
Pfc Charles Leroy Burk son of Mr and Mrs Harold D Burk 422 Cleveland Amarillo wounded in action in Korea last Tuesday with the First Marine Division. Burk 20 entered the corps in December 1949 discharged a year later recalled duty in September of last year and is a graduate of Amarillo High School. His parents have lived in Amarillo since 1940 after moving from Oklahoma.
The Sunday lesson on Substance proclaims that true substance is spiritual and unending, citing Mary Baker Eddy and the Bible. Golden Text Psalms 104:31 affirms the Lord’s enduring works, while Psalm 93:1 describes God’s majesty and unmovable world.
A reader signs as Dear Tack requesting washing services with no ironing. Includes contact phone 6158 and asks to start at past time.
A woman who left a package at Woolworths on the face counter Thursday afternoon March 1 is asked to call 8672. Lost keys on a chain key ring are also mentioned. If found, return to Clyde Williams service station at Sixth and Harrison for a reward.
Buyer seeks a mahogany back piece compatible with a low Aftosonic piano. Contact via phone 5936 with details on fitment, condition, and asking price. Local piano repairers or parts suppliers urged to respond with availability and measurements.
A reader seeks information about Hazel Lee Harbin last known in July of last year regarding an inheritance. Please contact Mrs. Hazel Harbin at 1218 North Eighteenth, Abilene, Texas with any details.
A personal ad by a woman seeking lonely, clean fun and honest companionship. She mentions not drinking or smoking, has property, and requests letters from neat, non drinking men under 48 years old.
A person offers a collie dog or puppy to give away and seeks a kind home. They request interested parties call 2-1917 to arrange adoption.
An experienced older man with years of Bible teaching to adults offers services as a teacher for any church or community in Amarillo. He expresses tolerance toward others’ religious opinions and can be reached care of Tack.
A reader seeks elm seedlings to plant as a windbreak on an acreage. They offer to trade or remove seedlings for others who want them and request contact at the phone number 3-6659.
A person seeks to care for two children under school age. The note indicates arranging guardianship or caregiving duties for young kids, focusing on childcare responsibilities and need for appropriate supervision.
A caller seeks a person with a crosscut saw to fell several large trees for removal. Wood from the trees may be kept. Contact after 7 PM at 9260.
Advertises a good iron bedstead for sale at 3 dollars. Provides two phone numbers 3-9381 and 3-5645 for contact.
A resident near San Jacinto requests employment in home cleaning and child care. Prefers nearby work, describes availability and willingness to start promptly.
A reader advertises ironing at 60 cents per hour and babysitting services. Location in rear of 401 North Virginia. Contact Lucile Jackson at 4-1524 or visit 3702 South Taylor for details.
Mrs Rankin offers several crocheted items including a bedspread at reasonable prices. View at 1019 West Seventh for inspection and purchase.
A reader seeks to rent a baby stroller for about two months to aid a baby learning to crawl or walk. The inquiry asks if any reader can provide a temporary loan or rental arrangement.
Mrs Reed offers to care for a walk and asks for a caller to arrange loan at 4-2201. The brief notice requests contact from any party who possesses the item.
A missing natural pigskin glove with brown stitching and a three strand pearl bracelet are described. The owner asks that any finder call in the evenings at 36454 to arrange return.
A reader offers to trade Gunn Bros stamps for S and H Green stamps. They have several books available and request a call after 6 pm at 3 6454.
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